Author: Anthony Fusco

TUF 16 Finale and UFC on FX 6: Why You Can’t Miss These Cards

Tis the season for giving. That is why the UFC is giving us double the action this weekend starting on Friday with the TUF: The Smashes Finale, and ending Saturday night with the TUF 16 Finale.Both cards are completely free, and feature an abundan…

Tis the season for giving. That is why the UFC is giving us double the action this weekend starting on Friday with the TUF: The Smashes Finale, and ending Saturday night with the TUF 16 Finale.

Both cards are completely free, and feature an abundance of talented fighters who are ready to put on a show.

The fights are all across the spectrum, as heavyweights, middleweights, featherweights and more collide in what is sure to be an entertaining two days of UFC action.

Plus, three TUF winners will be crowned and have the right to call themselves the ultimate fighter.

Here’s why you can’t miss these two upcoming cards.

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Rory MacDonald vs. Carlos Condit 2: 3 Reasons to Make It Happen

Rory MacDonald put his money where his mouth is and defeated B.J. Penn in their bout on UFC on Fox 5.While talking to Joe Rogan after the fight, MacDonald took the microphone and called out a former opponent of his.That man is the only one to hand him …

Rory MacDonald put his money where his mouth is and defeated B.J. Penn in their bout on UFC on Fox 5.

While talking to Joe Rogan after the fight, MacDonald took the microphone and called out a former opponent of his.

That man is the only one to hand him a loss so far in his UFC career. That man, if you haven’t already guessed, is former interim welterweight champion, Carlos Condit.

Both men are elite fighters right now in the UFC. Let’s take a closer look at three reasons the UFC should match them up for the second time.

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3 Reasons Why Benson Henderson Will Be Champion for a Long Time

In the UFC on Fox 5 main event, Benson “Smooth” Henderson defended his lightweight title for the second time, against Nate Diaz.Henderson dominated the Stockton native from bell to bell and took home a unanimous decision victory for his efforts.Henders…

In the UFC on Fox 5 main event, Benson “Smooth” Henderson defended his lightweight title for the second time, against Nate Diaz.

Henderson dominated the Stockton native from bell to bell and took home a unanimous decision victory for his efforts.

Henderson has not tasted defeat inside the Octagon yet and holds a perfect 6-0 record.

He seemingly has all the tools and the right attitude it takes to defend the championship multiple times.

Let’s take a look at three reasons why “Smooth” will continue to rule the lightweight division.

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UFC on Fox 5: Ranking Rory MacDonald’s UFC Fights

Canadian welterweight Rory MacDonald steps into the Octagon against legend BJ Penn on Saturday night.He’s big, mean and hungry to succeed in his UFC career.MacDonald has looked like a monster since he first fought in the UFC. He has put on excellent pe…

Canadian welterweight Rory MacDonald steps into the Octagon against legend BJ Penn on Saturday night.

He’s big, mean and hungry to succeed in his UFC career.

MacDonald has looked like a monster since he first fought in the UFC. He has put on excellent performances that have the UFC brass and fans taking notice.

Let’s take a look at ranking Rory MacDonald’s five UFC fights to date.

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Henderson vs. Diaz: A Fan’s Guide to the UFC on Fox 5 Fight Card

The UFC on Fox 5 card coming up is one of the most anticipated cards of 2012.It features a completely stacked main card, as well as quality fights on the undercard. The card will showcase a lightweight title fight, a fight for contendership at 205 and …

The UFC on Fox 5 card coming up is one of the most anticipated cards of 2012.

It features a completely stacked main card, as well as quality fights on the undercard. The card will showcase a lightweight title fight, a fight for contendership at 205 and the return of a legend.

Plus the entire card is free.

Here is a fan’s guide of what to watch for on this UFC on Fox 5 card.

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UFC: 5 Reasons to Be Excited for a Very Active December

The month of December is poised to be a very busy time for the UFC.Between now and December 31st, there are a total of four UFC events on tap.These shows feature a wide variety of fights including a heavyweight and lightweight title fight, a legend ret…

The month of December is poised to be a very busy time for the UFC.

Between now and December 31st, there are a total of four UFC events on tap.

These shows feature a wide variety of fights including a heavyweight and lightweight title fight, a legend returning and top middleweight contenders fighting for a shot at Anderson Silva.

There are many reasons to be excited for a very active month of UFC fights. The UFC has delivered in spades, and now it’s time for fans to reap the benefits of some pulse-pounding and exciting fights.

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