Now more than ever, the Ultimate Fighting Championship has become the main fortress for all fighters across the globe.The UFC’s stronghold has allowed a variety of fighters with vast stylistic differences to partake in one of the most prestigious organ…
Now more than ever, the Ultimate Fighting Championship has become the main fortress for all fighters across the globe.
The UFC’s stronghold has allowed a variety of fighters with vast stylistic differences to partake in one of the most prestigious organizations known.
While the UFC is often recognized by its mainstream-appealing fighters such as Anderson Silva and Jon Jones, they are also home to many up-and-coming prospects.
These prospects have yet to become great but have quickly made their mark in their respected weight class.
So, the following slides display the best prospect in each UFC weight division.
Like any sport, making it to the highest level requires exceptional skill, hard work, intelligence and a focused mindset.In the sport of mixed martial arts, those fighting in the UFC demonstrate all the requirements, allowing them to fight at the highe…
Like any sport, making it to the highest level requires exceptional skill, hard work, intelligence and a focused mindset.
In the sport of mixed martial arts, those fighting in the UFC demonstrate all the requirements, allowing them to fight at the highest stage in the world.
However, while much credit is certainly due for their accomplishments, sometimes the credit is a bit too much.
For some reason or another, specific fighters receive an overwhelming attention, which may not necessarily be deserved.
So, the following slides display the 10 most overhyped fighters in the UFC today.
We’ve all heard the famous quote of “Heroes are remembered but legends never die.”While legends may not die, they certainly lose the edge they once had.Like most sports, mixed martial arts is filled with fighters who, during their heyday, were consider…
We’ve all heard the famous quote of “Heroes are remembered but legends never die.”
While legends may not die, they certainly lose the edge they once had.
Like most sports, mixed martial arts is filled with fighters who, during their heyday, were considered the very best of the best.
Unfortunately for many of these mixed martial artists, their time as a top-notch fighter has quickly come to an end.
Mixed martial arts is home to many fighters who have lost their appeal and position at the top of the totem pole.
So, the following slides display seven fighters who aren’t what they used to be.
On December 30th, 2011, the Ultimate Fighting Championship will end a priceless year in Las Vegas, Nevada for UFC 141.UFC 141 will take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena beginning at 7:00 p.m. PT and 10:00 p.m. ET.In one of the most hyped fights of a…
On December 30th, 2011, the Ultimate Fighting Championship will end a priceless year in Las Vegas, Nevada for UFC 141.
UFC 141 will take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena beginning at 7:00 p.m. PT and 10:00 p.m. ET.
In one of the most hyped fights of all-time, UFC newcomer Alistair Overeem will enter the Octagon to take on the highly popular, Brock Lesnar.
Overeem will make his debut in what could be a stepping stone to an historical run to the top of the heavyweight division.
When action begins on December 30th, Overeem will be facing an opponent who’s been out of the Octagon for over a year due to an illness known as diverticulitis.
Many consider Overeem to be the clear-cut favorite heading into the highly anticipated main event of the evening as Lesnar has yet to face an opponent with the striking skills of Overeem.
In fact, Overeem will be using Lesnar’s strength of wrestling to his advantage as he’s also established himself as a threat on the ground as well.
On paper, Overeem has the clear advantage through his years of experience, his stand up exchange, and his ability to catch his opponent when need be.
And, if Lesnar can find his way past Lesnar, he’ll find himself sitting next in line for a heavyweight title shot against current champion, Junior Dos Santos.
With Overeem’s well-rounded skill set and Dos Santos’ inexperience in grappling, it’s very likely we could see ‘The Reem’ wearing UFC gold when 2012 rolls around.
If Overeem can live up to the hype and prove he can get the job done when it counts, it’s likely there will be a new sheriff in town at some point in the new year.
Alistair Overeem will be the next UFC heavyweight champion in 2012.
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On Saturday, December 10th, Jared Hamman will enter the Octagon to take on fellow middleweight Constantinos Philippou in a 185-pound showdown at UFC 140.UFC 140 will take place in front of a jam-packed Air Canada Centre beginning at 6 p.m. PT and 9 p.m…
On Saturday, December 10th, Jared Hamman will enter the Octagon to take on fellow middleweight Constantinos Philippou in a 185-pound showdown at UFC 140.
UFC 140 will take place in front of a jam-packed Air Canada Centre beginning at 6 p.m. PT and 9 p.m. ET.
Hamman entered the UFC winning 11 of his first 12 fights and currently holds a record of 13-3. Over the course of his career, Hamman has also accounted for 10 knockout victories along with two Fight of the Night awards.
However, as Hamman begins to advance in his career, he is often brought back to what got him hooked to the sport years ago.
“I had an older brother who beat me up all the time. Not in a mean way, but that’s just what older brothers do.” Hamman told Bleacher Report MMA. “I grew up in the country playing football and was just a hard worker. I still remember one day I was watching the UFC on TV and I said to myself, ‘I think I could do that.'”
“Not too long after, a good friend of mine invited me to check out a mixed martial arts class and I began to fall in love with the sport.”
Hamman’s love for the sport continued to grow despite reaching a valley in his career where he had lost two of his three fights as a light heavyweight. It was decision time for Hamman as he could continue to fight in the 205-pound weight class or make the transition to the middleweight division.
When push came to shove, Hamman decided it was best for his career to drop to 185 pounds and give his career a fresh start. Fortunately for Hamman, he doesn’t regret his decision even the slightest bit.
“I Absolutely love it. My body feels so good compared to what it use to. I honestly feel fantastic. You know, it’s more of a lifestyle change than anything. I love it.”
Saturday will mark the second fight of Hamman’s career in the middleweight division as he is coming off arguably the biggest win of his mixed martial arts career in his knockout victory over C.B. Dollaway at UFC Live: Hardy vs. Lytle.
Hamman was asked if he felt he had any advantages heading into his highly anticipated bout with Philippou on December 10th. In respect to his opponent, “The Messenger” addressed the possible excitement their fight could bring to fans.
“I just love to fight and I hate when my fights go to the decision. As a fighter and a fan, I want to see fights finished. I had two decisions where I had won Fight of the Night, but I just couldn’t finish them off. Philippou is a really tough guy and he’s fought some really good opponents over the course of his career.”
As Hamman begins to move forward into his career, he shared his future expectations as a fighter and what fans could expect to see.
“I’ve never really been concerned with being the best in anything. I just absolutely love to fight. I want to step in front of a freight train and see if I can live [laughing]. I want to go in there and I want to end fights and I want to go as hard as I can.”
One things for certain about Hamman, he’ll never take his career in the UFC for granted.
“Nothing is ever guaranteed. Your next breath isn’t guaranteed yet your next fight. I have to make the most of it while I have the opportunity.”
To learn more about up-and-coming middleweight Jared Hamman, you can follow him on Twitter.
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As we quickly approach the end of a spectacular year in mixed martial arts, we begin to look ahead for what the future may hold.Over the course of 2011, UFC fans across the globe had the opportunity to witness some of the greatest all-out wars, brutal …
As we quickly approach the end of a spectacular year in mixed martial arts, we begin to look ahead for what the future may hold.
Over the course of 2011, UFC fans across the globe had the opportunity to witness some of the greatest all-out wars, brutal knockouts and heart-wrenching submissions.
Fans also got to witness some legends fall from their glory while others established themselves as legitimate contenders.
As we move into the new year, fans can expect several fighters to make a fast track to the top of their respective divisions.
There will be many fighters to keep an eye on as the highly anticipated year of 2012 begins.
So, the following slides display 10 fighters to keep on your radar in 2012.
On December 30th, 2011, the Ultimate Fighting Championship will end a priceless year in Las Vegas, Nevada for UFC 141.