Author: Rob Goldberg

Henderson vs. Edgar Results: Champ Continues Dominant Run Despite Controversy

Not everyone agrees with the decision of the Benson Henderson vs. Frankie Edgar bout, but you cannot doubt Henderson’s record.The UFC lightweight champ has been a part of some incredible fights, and his most recent one was no different. The two men wen…

Not everyone agrees with the decision of the Benson Henderson vs. Frankie Edgar bout, but you cannot doubt Henderson’s record.

The UFC lightweight champ has been a part of some incredible fights, and his most recent one was no different. The two men went toe-to-toe for five full rounds, but Henderson was able to come out on top at the end.

Many fans have argued with this decision in what was obviously a very close match. According to Fight Metrics, Edgar landed more strikes, but it was by a very narrow margin. The site lists Edgar having a 70-65 advantage on strikes and 66-62 advantage on significant strikes.

However, UFC aired statistics directly after the match, and it said that Henderson had actually landed more strikes. This is why there are multiple people making the final decision.

Fight Metrics also has a “Total Performance Rating,” in which Henderson edged his rival by a score of 41-40 out of 100.

This sport allows for some controversy in its style, but the two fighters have now faced each other twice and Henderson has been declared the winner each time.

“Smooth” has done his best over the past two years to earn the top spot in the lightweight division, and he should be considered one of the better competitors in the sport.

Since losing his WEC championship to Anthony Pettis, Henderson has won his last five fights, spanning almost two years. His overall record is a very respectable 17-2, including eight wins by submission.

His style rarely looks pretty. He has succeeded by avoiding bad situations and usually just having more endurance than his competitor. However, he has the most important skill in MMA: he knows what it takes to win.

Judges obviously like his performances, as he has earned the nod on multiple close contests. He is solid at landing strikes with both his hands and feet, and he does everything necessary to get the victory.

Henderson has not been dominant in his individual matches, but his current run can be considered dominant. He should start earning the respect of a champion.

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UFC 148: Chad Mendes Proved He Is Worthy of Title Rematch

Chad Mendes failed in his attempt to win the Featherweight Championship in January, but at UFC 148 he proved that he should get another chance.Mendes made quick work of opponent Cody McKenzie and was able to finish him off with a knockout in only 31 se…

Chad Mendes failed in his attempt to win the Featherweight Championship in January, but at UFC 148 he proved that he should get another chance.

Mendes made quick work of opponent Cody McKenzie and was able to finish him off with a knockout in only 31 seconds.

While McKenzie did not come into the match highly touted, the quick knockout showed just how dominant Mendes can be when he performs to his ability.

“Money” Mendes earned his title fight after winning the first 11 matches of his career. He earned seven unanimous decisions, received two submissions and two more knockouts. The more he won, the more it showed there were not too many better in the sport.

Unfortunately, the battle against Jose Aldo at UFC 142 did not last too long. The champ was able to knockout Mendes at the end of the first round with some brutal shots with the knee.

Fighters like Hatsu Hioki have stumbled in their path to get to Aldo. Other veterans deserve respect as quality fighters, like Pat Curran and Dennis Siver, but both have had positive and negative moments in their careers.

On the other hand, Mendes has continued to prove that he is one of the best in the division. He is still entering his prime and has plenty of great fighting ahead of him. 

His only career loss is to the current champion, and he should get another opportunity.

There are a few fights Mendes will have to win in order to get that chance, possibly against Chan Sun Jung or Ricardo Lamas, but sooner or later the talented fighter will get his hands on the belt.

 

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UFC 145: Feud Between Jon Jones and Rashad Evans Won’t Go Away After Bout

A great battle was settled inside the Octagon at UFC 145, but according to Rashad Evans, the story is not over. Jon “Bones” Jones is one of the best young fighters in the world, but many thought that Evans could be the person to take away his ligh…

A great battle was settled inside the Octagon at UFC 145, but according to Rashad Evans, the story is not over. 

Jon “Bones” Jones is one of the best young fighters in the world, but many thought that Evans could be the person to take away his light heavyweight championship.

This was not the case.

Although it was a back-and-forth contest at the beginning, Jones took control and won by unanimous decision. 

Evans was not able to defeat his former friend and training partner. What made it worse is that his former coach, Greg Jackson, remained in Jones’ corner. 

The embarrassment of the loss caused Evans to stay angry and call for a rematch.

“I still don’t like him. He fought a good fight and I have respect for him as a fighter…but we will fight again.”

Evans clearly believes he is the better of the two, and he wants to have redemption. The problem is that this will not come too easily.

Jones is set to defend his title against Dan Henderson in his next bout. Henderson might be older, but the veteran still packs a hard punch and can be a formidable opponent.

If the champion wants to continue his reign at the top, he needs to keep his focus and continue getting better. He does not need to remain in childish feuds.

It easy to understand Evans’ anger in the situation, but he also needs to move on and not let this be the defining moment of his career.

The two need to either make up quickly or forget about each other forever.

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