Author: By Duane Finley

Time may not wait for any man, but it seems as if Father Time is one who fears and respects Dan Henderson.For nearly two decades, the legendary knockout artist has been settling his opposition on stages across the globe, and has carved out his reputation as one of the gamest fighters to ever compete in mixed martial arts. In the process of stamping one of the finest resumes in the history of the sport, the now 44-year-old former Olympian has also collected various championships that have added to his status to one of the best to have ever traded leather inside the Octagon.And while those senti … Read the Full Article Here

Certain cultures have been known to produce distinctive traits in the fighters they deliver. Mexican fighters are recognized for their gritty, forward-pressing resilience, just as those in the Far East have developed rangy technical games as their trademark. The same process has begun in the Hawaiian islands, where a different breed of fighter has been emerging over the past two decades. What began with a young jiu-jitsu prodigy turned two-divisional UFC champion in BJ Penn has evolved into a new generation of Hawaiian warrior…all who embody the same fighting spirit as their legendary p … Read the Full Article Here

So much of a fighter’s life exists beyond the time spent inside the Octagon. While the rinse, wash and repeated rigors of training camp is an all-consuming process, there are added benefits beyond victory fought for and achieved when things go live on fight night. For Massachusetts native Joe Proctor, the most prevalent perks of his career path are the experiences that come with a life spent traveling to new places to test his will in the same way he always has.The Ultimate Fighter 15 alum is entering his third year under the UFC banner, and his ability to sling leather at the highest … Read the Full Article Here

Any time Thiago Alves steps into the Octagon, there is a surefire bet some impressive natural skills are about to be put on display. The Brazilian Muay Thai machine brings a mixture of devastating power, speed and agility that he blends with a unique brand of killer instinct to finish his opposition. That combination has made the “Pitbull” a fixture in the upper tier of the welterweight division, but it’s been an intangible element that has made his latest chapter one of his most impressive.The American Top Team product erased the sting of two lengthy lapses from competitio … Read the Full Article Here

Anyone who has ever watched Carlos Condit compete inside the Octagon understands that intensity plays a big part in who he is as a fighter. The former WEC and former interim UFC welterweight champion uses it in all facets of his game, and that attribute has been a key weapon in his continued success in the 170-pound ranks. That, mixed with well-timed aggression, is the reason his “Natural Born Killer” moniker is a fitting reflection to describe his approach.In his mind, it’s him or the other guy, and that mentality often makes it a bad night for the person standing across f … Read the Full Article Here

With the UFC’s global push in recent years there are a lot of fighters who are not only attempting to make a name for themselves inside the Octagon, but to represent their country on the sport’s biggest stage as well. When Nicolas Dalby makes his official promotional debut this Saturday at UFC Fight Night: Condit vs. Alves in Goiania, Brazil, “The Sharpshooter” will be bringing some additional motivation and firepower.As just the second Danish fighter to ever compete under the UFC banner, the undefeated welterweight will be looking to start a new chapter one of his coun … Read the Full Article Here