Every mixed martial arts fan across the globe loves to discuss the possibility of seeing Anderson Silva square off with George St-Pierre or even against Jon Jones.However, despite our wants and needs, it’s likely that some of these fights will never ha…
Every mixed martial arts fan across the globe loves to discuss the possibility of seeing Anderson Silva square off with George St-Pierre or even against Jon Jones.
However, despite our wants and needs, it’s likely that some of these fights will never happen as the complexity of the UFC is stronger than ever.
With that being said, there remain many other fights that UFC fans would love to see.
These fights are more realistic and have a greater possibility of happening as the new year quickly approaches.
So, the following slides display seven awesome matchups that UFC fans want to see.
The sport of mixed martial arts has been around for as long as most of us can remember.However, the Ultimate Fighting Championship has only been around for 18 years as it was established in late 1993.Since then, the UFC has set themselves in stone as t…
The sport of mixed martial arts has been around for as long as most of us can remember.
However, the Ultimate Fighting Championship has only been around for 18 years as it was established in late 1993.
Since then, the UFC has set themselves in stone as the highest stage of any mixed martial arts organization across the globe.
However, that doesn’t eliminate the competition outside of mixed martial arts as the organization of the World Wrestling Entertainment has been around for nearly 60 years.
While the WWE was at one time arguably the most significant “must watch” thing on television, it’s certainly not what it used to be.
And, while the WWE will more than likely always be a popular organization for many fans, it can’t compete with the lifelike reality of the UFC.
The UFC and the WWE are very similar in the sense that they both are an enormous attraction for fans and viewers in every part of the world.
The entertainment and excitement these two organizations provide is nearly immeasurable.
However, that is where the line should be drawn as the UFC provides their world-class fighters with the opportunity to control their own destiny.
Through hard work, time and dedication, these prestigious fighters have a once-in-a-lifetime chance of climbing to the top of their respective weight class for an opportunity to wear UFC gold.
While there is certainly an overwhelming amount of time and effort put in by the pro-wrestlers of the WWE, their destination is predetermined.
Every time a fighter enters the Octagon, he is fighting for his career as another fight is never guaranteed in the UFC.
How a mixed martial artist performs inside the Octagon will ultimately reflect the rest of their life, while the WWE is merely a scripted plot.
It’s hard to deny just how success the Ultimate Fighting Championship has quickly become over the most recent decade.Behind President Dana White, the UFC has quickly emerged as the front-runner for all mixed martial arts organizations.A major reason fo…
It’s hard to deny just how success the Ultimate Fighting Championship has quickly become over the most recent decade.
Behind President Dana White, the UFC has quickly emerged as the front-runner for all mixed martial arts organizations.
A major reason for this success is the unmatchable entertainment provided from the fighters who represent this prestigious organization.
However, they certainly aren’t the only ones, as the UFC’s foundation is built upon a collaborative effort from every individual involved. One of these individuals is Brittney Palmer, an Octagon girl who’s emerged as a fan favorite across the globe.
In a recent interview with Palmer, I had the privileged of going behind the scenes and learning more about the Brittney many fans love and appreciate, as well as learn about her future plans with the UFC.
Garrett Derr: Brittney, you’re recognized as one of the most popular ring girls in the UFC. But, there’s obviously a lot more to you than that. There’s a lot of talent that fans don’t know about. One of these being your love for art. Can you tell us a little bit about how you got into this career and how it became such a huge part of your life?
Brittney Palmer: I’ve always been into art, dancing or something related to those fields. About a couple years ago I picked up the paint brush again and found a really cool niche. I enjoyed painting and listening to Jimmy Hendrix and vibing out with that.
I started posting my paintings on Twitter and the fans responded well and they loved it. So, I said to myself, maybe I can make a career out of this.
GD: So, is this something you would consider doing following your career in the UFC?
BP: Yes of course. Ultimately this is what I want to do, this is my passion. Do I think being a UFC Octagon girl is great? Absolutely. It’s my dream job. But, I do know one day my looks will fade [laughing] and I’ll have to depend on other things. So yes, that’s my ultimate goal.
GD: You took some time away from the UFC and fans clearly weren’t happy about it. There’s now rumors you could be returning for UFC 140. Is there any truth behind this? Is there anything set in stone?
BP: Yes it is set in stone, I will be back for UFC in Toronto for New Years! Fans will see me there for the first time. But, yes I did take some time off. I was doing classes and it was so hard to squeeze everything into one. I just wanted to take a vacation and figure out my life. I was raised in Vegas my whole life and moving to another city, you want to stay grounded.
GD: Since your coming back for UFC 140, do you have any predictions for the fight card?
BP: You know, it’s so hard for me to do predictions because I’m always wrong [laughing], I’m a terrible gambler, I always lose, and I’m horrible at it. I expect a really bad ass night and for the fights to go a couple rounds. And, hopefully be an all-out drag-out war.
GD: I understand you’re quite the athlete. Between surfing, snowboarding, and even sky diving. What are some other things you like to do outside of the Octagon?
BP: I work with the Gamma Labs which is this awesome nutrition lab. I’ve been doing Muay Thai training. There’s a video with Kenny Florian and I doing ground-and-pound workouts. I love to snowboard, I love to surf, I love to bike. I’ve been backpacking in Colorado. I love everything. I want to go to Italy. I want to snowboard the Alps. Anything that gets my blood pumping.
GD: So, is there any chance of you entering mixed martial arts?
BP: No, there’s no chance [laughing]. I just love the workouts.
GD: Doesn’t hurt to ask. You know, fans love you not just because you’re with the UFC, but because you’re a great person all around. Who do you credit your success to? Who’s someone who’s really helped you along the way?
BP: I have a really great home base. My mother and grandmother are really important and supportive of me. Just growing up in Vegas and seeing people getting stuck in the whirlwind, noticing what everyone else is doing and not being that was my goal.
Everything I’ve done this far has always been the product of the environment I grew up in. A lot of people aren’t really happy so I kind of learned my own way with things and it’s working. I’m trying to be the best person that I can be and just be honest with myself. It’s so important to me that people look at me and see me as a good person.
GD: And, you certainly are. You have a new calendar coming out, tell us a little bit about this. Where can fans get a copy?
BP: Yes! I have a 2012 Brittney Palmer bikini calender and it’s super cool. I’m the creative decorator behind everything. All the pictures, the looks, the locations and the wardrobe is copyrighted to me. It’s special knowing I did 100 percent of it. You can find it on my website at BrittneyPalmer.com and it’s really cool. When we’re doing a tour they’ll be there.
GD: Great. Well, Brittney it was great talking with you and congrats on making it back to the Octagon. We’re excited to see you at UFC 140!
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The sport of mixed martial arts is built upon not only some of the world’s greatest fighters, but athletes as well.Specifically, in the Ultimate Fighting Championship there are many fighters who could have pursued a career in something other than mixed…
The sport of mixed martial arts is built upon not only some of the world’s greatest fighters, but athletes as well.
Specifically, in the Ultimate Fighting Championship there are many fighters who could have pursued a career in something other than mixed martial arts.
One of these careers is playing for the National Football League.
While not every fighter could have made it in the sport of football, there are a few exceptions.
So, the following slides display seven UFC fighters who could make the NFL and the positions they’d play.
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has quickly established itself as one of the fastest growing organizations in the world.A major reason for this growth is the spectacular entertainment and excitement these fighters provide to fans and viewers across …
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has quickly established itself as one of the fastest growing organizations in the world.
A major reason for this growth is the spectacular entertainment and excitement these fighters provide to fans and viewers across the globe.
Not only are many of these individuals fighters, but athletes as well.
And, like any other sport, many of these athletes could be prospects for the sport of basketball.
So, the following slides display five potential NBA prospects in the UFC.
Over the past several years, mixed martial arts has rapidly become the world’s fastest growing sport.A major reason for this growth can be credited to the world-class fighters who dedicated their lives to the sport they truly love.And, because of these…
Over the past several years, mixed martial arts has rapidly become the world’s fastest growing sport.
A major reason for this growth can be credited to the world-class fighters who dedicated their lives to the sport they truly love.
And, because of these fighters’ dedication, mixed martial arts fans across the globe have had the opportunity of seeing some of the greatest fights of all time.
Not only have fans seen some of the greatest brawls, but knockouts as well.
While there are many great knockout artists still fighting today, there are some who have stepped away from the sport.
So, the following slides display the 25 greatest knockout artists in MMA history.
The sport of mixed martial arts has been around for as long as most of us can remember.