Author: Dan Hiergesell

Dos Santos vs Velasquez 2: 8 Key Takeaways from UFC 155

UFC 155 provided fans with much insight regarding the future of the heavyweight division.But despite Cain Velasquez’s absolutely dominating performance opposite the man who knocked him out on FOX 13 months ago, 2012’s last pay-per-view answered many ot…

UFC 155 provided fans with much insight regarding the future of the heavyweight division.

But despite Cain Velasquez‘s absolutely dominating performance opposite the man who knocked him out on FOX 13 months ago, 2012’s last pay-per-view answered many other questions.

Can Jim Miller stop Joe Lauzon and recapture his right as a top contender?

Will Tim Boetsch be able to stop a superior boxer?

How will Chris Leben fare in his return to the Octagon?

Here’re eight key things to take away from UFC 155 and its rather bloody turnout.

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UFC 155: Keys to Victory for Each Main-Card Fighter

Saturday’s UFC 155 will not only ring in the new year, but it will mark yet another showdown between heavyweight champion Junior dos Santos and former-title holder Cain Velasquez.Many people remember this duo from their historic bout back in November o…

Saturday’s UFC 155 will not only ring in the new year, but it will mark yet another showdown between heavyweight champion Junior dos Santos and former-title holder Cain Velasquez.

Many people remember this duo from their historic bout back in November of 2011 that jump started the UFC’s groundbreaking contract with FOX, in which dos Santos stopped Velasquez early in the first round with one punch.

Now while the aftermath of a rematch may not produce similar results, nothing is impossible.  Not to mention the other fascinating matchups set to take place this coming weekend in Las Vegas.

Here are the keys to victory for each main card fighter scheduled to compete at UFC 155.

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UFC on FOX 5: Keys to Victory for Each Main Card Fighter

This Saturday will mark the single biggest main card that the UFC has ever broadcast on national television.From B.J. Penn making his long-awaited return to Nate Diaz getting a chance to dethrone the lightweight king Benson Henderson, UFC on FOX 5 has …

This Saturday will mark the single biggest main card that the UFC has ever broadcast on national television.

From B.J. Penn making his long-awaited return to Nate Diaz getting a chance to dethrone the lightweight king Benson Henderson, UFC on FOX 5 has the potential to produce some of the most memorable fights of 2012.

Each and every one of the eight fighters set to compete in front of millions of people are prying for their own shot at greatness.

With that said, it’s going to be interesting to see how various game plans are executed and which fighters will be carrying a win into the new year.

Here’s what each main carder needs to do in order to secure a December victory.

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UFC 154: Keys to Victory for Martin Kampmann

Martin Kampmann is currently one of the hottest fighters in the UFC.His overall work over the past year has secured the “Hitman” with a chance to contend for the Welterweight Championship.There’s just one problem: Powerful wrestler Johny Hendricks stan…

Martin Kampmann is currently one of the hottest fighters in the UFC.

His overall work over the past year has secured the “Hitman” with a chance to contend for the Welterweight Championship.

There’s just one problem: Powerful wrestler Johny Hendricks stands in the way.

Hendricks has just as much momentum as Kampmann does coming into their showdown this Saturday at UFC 154 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

It’s going to be a true barn-burner between two top finishers, but if the 30-year-old Dane wants to escape the weekend victorious, he’ll have to follow a fine-tuned game plan.

Here are Kampmann‘s keys to success.

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UFC 154: 5 Reasons Condit Will Beat GSP

Many people are underestimating the overall capabilities of Carlos Condit heading into his showdown with one of the greatest UFC champions of all time.As good as Georges St-Pierre is, assuming he still has it, Condit possesses one of the most well-roun…

Many people are underestimating the overall capabilities of Carlos Condit heading into his showdown with one of the greatest UFC champions of all time.

As good as Georges St-Pierre is, assuming he still has it, Condit possesses one of the most well-rounded arsenals in the sport today.

With exceptional conditioning, excellent standup and a track record that rivals the best in the business, nobody should be sleeping on the interim titleholder this Saturday at UFC 154 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

It’s not going to be easy, but if “The Natural Born Killer” can utilize his most valued assets, he’ll be able maintain his steady rise within the pound-for-pound ranks by knocking off the man known as GSP.

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The Most Explosive Fighters in the UFC

A fighter’s ability to produce explosive results inside the cage can be measured throughout a variety of skills.Quickness, power, elusiveness, technique and the ability to finish are all relevant facets.It’s up to a fighter to put them all together in …

A fighter’s ability to produce explosive results inside the cage can be measured throughout a variety of skills.

Quickness, power, elusiveness, technique and the ability to finish are all relevant facets.

It’s up to a fighter to put them all together in order to maintain superiority inside the Octagon.  Luckily for us fans, these talented practitioners exist. 

Here are the most explosive fighters in the UFC today.  If someone is left off, feel free to comment.

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