Author: UFC Press Releases

Rodney Wallace -The Return of ShoNuff

Rhett Butler, UFC – In 1985, the film The Last Dragon debuted to the rare mix of horrible critiques by the movie critics and impressive box office sales. As one of the rare oxymoronic pieces of cinema, it became a cult classic with the timeless tale of naive good versus conscious evil. Lead character Leroy Green, referred to colloquially as Bruce Leroy, sought the ultimate level of martial arts enlightenment embodied by “the glow”, which was held by his nemesis Sho’nuff, who possessed the glow and fear of all challengers.

Rhett Butler, UFC – In 1985, the film The Last Dragon debuted to the rare mix of horrible critiques by the movie critics and impressive box office sales. As one of the rare oxymoronic pieces of cinema, it became a cult classic with the timeless tale of naive good versus conscious evil. Lead character Leroy Green, referred to colloquially as Bruce Leroy, sought the ultimate level of martial arts enlightenment embodied by “the glow”, which was held by his nemesis Sho’nuff, who possessed the glow and fear of all challengers.

Cruz Wins WEC Bantamweight Title; Benavidez Tops Torres

Frank Curreri, WEC – Those who labeled Dominick Cruz to be a light puncher must eat their words following his masterful performance night against WEC bantamweight champion Brian Bowles. The 4-to-1 underdog battered Bowles over two rounds with crisp punching combinations and leg kicks, and Cruz went back to his corner at the end of round two and did not return for a third round. The unbeaten champion told doctors his hand was broken and opted not to continue fighting, conceding his title to his tearful and overjoyed challenger.

Frank Curreri, WEC – Those who labeled Dominick Cruz to be a light puncher must eat their words following his masterful performance night against WEC bantamweight champion Brian Bowles. The 4-to-1 underdog battered Bowles over two rounds with crisp punching combinations and leg kicks, and Cruz went back to his corner at the end of round two and did not return for a third round. The unbeaten champion told doctors his hand was broken and opted not to continue fighting, conceding his title to his tearful and overjoyed challenger.

Painful lesson: Osipczak helped Matthew Riddle shape up

Chuck Mindenhall, UFC – There was a time not that long ago when Matthew Riddle was working at The Bon-Ton department store, eating bad freezer foods and wondering what he was going to do in life. That was all the way back in 2006ish. From there he became a video clerk, before taking his “least favorite job of all” as a roofer. He was also watching copious amounts of pro wrestling.

Chuck Mindenhall, UFC – There was a time not that long ago when Matthew Riddle was working at The Bon-Ton department store, eating bad freezer foods and wondering what he was going to do in life. That was all the way back in 2006ish. From there he became a video clerk, before taking his “least favorite job of all” as a roofer. He was also watching copious amounts of pro wrestling.

Bowles Braces for First Title Defense

Frank Curreri, WEC – To become champion, Brian Bowles upset a legend regarded as one of MMA’s most aggressive fighters. To keep the title, he must defeat a 4-to-1 underdog who just might be the most elusive fighter in the game aside from Lyoto Machida.

Frank Curreri, WEC – To become champion, Brian Bowles upset a legend regarded as one of MMA’s most aggressive fighters. To keep the title, he must defeat a 4-to-1 underdog who just might be the most elusive fighter in the game aside from Lyoto Machida.

Official WEC Weigh-In Results

Below are the official weigh-in results for Saturday’s WEC event, which features the WEC bantamweight title bout between Brian Bowles and Dominick Cruz, as well as the return of Miguel Angel Torres against Joseph Benavidez, and the featherweight clash between Jens Pulver and Javier Vazquez. This card will air live on Versus (10pm ET / 7pm PT) from the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.

Below are the official weigh-in results for Saturday’s WEC event, which features the WEC bantamweight title bout between Brian Bowles and Dominick Cruz, as well as the return of Miguel Angel Torres against Joseph Benavidez, and the featherweight clash between Jens Pulver and Javier Vazquez. This card will air live on Versus (10pm ET / 7pm PT) from the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.

Georges St-Pierre Seven Defining Moments

Thomas Gerbasi, UFC – UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre has always been one of mixed martial arts’ greatest talents. But what were the seven defining moments of the Canadian star’s career as he approaches his March 27th title defense against Dan Hardy? Read on to find out on this updated list.

Thomas Gerbasi, UFC – UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre has always been one of mixed martial arts’ greatest talents. But what were the seven defining moments of the Canadian star’s career as he approaches his March 27th title defense against Dan Hardy? Read on to find out on this updated list.