Author: UFC Press Releases

Reinventing Eliot Marshall, a Fight at a Time

Thomas Gerbasi, UFC – It may have been the greatest compliment a fighter could receive. When talking about his loss to Eliot Marshall last September, Jason Brilz admitted to being totally surprised at how Marshall went from ground wizard to stick and move artist, leaving the veteran out of sorts as he dropped a three round unanimous decision at UFC 103.

Thomas Gerbasi, UFC – It may have been the greatest compliment a fighter could receive. When talking about his loss to Eliot Marshall last September, Jason Brilz admitted to being totally surprised at how Marshall went from ground wizard to stick and move artist, leaving the veteran out of sorts as he dropped a three round unanimous decision at UFC 103.

Gabriel Gonzaga Energized for Another Title Run

Martins Denis, UFC – Seconds prior to Gabriel ‘Napao’ Gonzaga’s most recent fight against Chris ‘The Crowbar’ Tuchscherer last August at UFC 102, blow-by-blow commentator Mike Goldberg asked the question that everybody wanted to know before the two touched gloves.

Martins Denis, UFC – Seconds prior to Gabriel ‘Napao’ Gonzaga’s most recent fight against Chris ‘The Crowbar’ Tuchscherer last August at UFC 102, blow-by-blow commentator Mike Goldberg asked the question that everybody wanted to know before the two touched gloves.

The Blueprint: Vera vs Jones

Michael DiSanto, UFC – Succinctly stated, Brandon Vera versus Jon Jones is going to be one heck of a scrap.
Vera is a guy who likes to fight on the feet with calculated pressure, picking his spots from the outside as he breaks down an opponent with long-range punches and some of the best leg kicks in the business. He is also excellent in the clinch with both knees and elbows, though he prefers to stay out of that position when fighting anyone with strong wrestling skills in order to avoid suffering a takedown.

Michael DiSanto, UFC – Succinctly stated, Brandon Vera versus Jon Jones is going to be one heck of a scrap.
Vera is a guy who likes to fight on the feet with calculated pressure, picking his spots from the outside as he breaks down an opponent with long-range punches and some of the best leg kicks in the business. He is also excellent in the clinch with both knees and elbows, though he prefers to stay out of that position when fighting anyone with strong wrestling skills in order to avoid suffering a takedown.

Jason Brilz Ready to Rumble in Colorado

Thomas Gerbasi, UFC – When Jason Brilz dropped a three round unanimous decision to Eliot Marshall last September in Dallas, it wasn’t losing for the first time since 2001 that baffled the light heavyweight up and comer, it was the way things played out at American Airlines Center, as Marshall, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, kept matters standing throughout the bout.

Thomas Gerbasi, UFC – When Jason Brilz dropped a three round unanimous decision to Eliot Marshall last September in Dallas, it wasn’t losing for the first time since 2001 that baffled the light heavyweight up and comer, it was the way things played out at American Airlines Center, as Marshall, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, kept matters standing throughout the bout.

Brendan Schaub Chapter Two

Thomas Gerbasi, UFC – Things couldn’t have been going better for Brendan Schaub on December 5, 2009. The unbeaten heavyweight prospect was boxing well, tagging his veteran opponent Roy Nelson with shots and even showing off some good ground defense as he escaped the veteran’s side control position with ease. He even ate a couple flush shots from ‘Big Country’ and brushed them off.

Thomas Gerbasi, UFC – Things couldn’t have been going better for Brendan Schaub on December 5, 2009. The unbeaten heavyweight prospect was boxing well, tagging his veteran opponent Roy Nelson with shots and even showing off some good ground defense as he escaped the veteran’s side control position with ease. He even ate a couple flush shots from ‘Big Country’ and brushed them off.

Daniel Roberts Jumping into the Welterweight Fray this Sunday

Thomas Gerbasi, UFC – The walk into the Octagon. For some, the trek up those final four steps presents ample time to panic; for others, it’s a signal that it’s time to perform. For Daniel ‘Ninja’ Roberts, it’s when he flips the switch from nice guy to fighter, and by the time he steps through the doorway, he’s not walking into competition – he’s jumping in.

Thomas Gerbasi, UFC – The walk into the Octagon. For some, the trek up those final four steps presents ample time to panic; for others, it’s a signal that it’s time to perform. For Daniel ‘Ninja’ Roberts, it’s when he flips the switch from nice guy to fighter, and by the time he steps through the doorway, he’s not walking into competition – he’s jumping in.