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Jon Jones Looks to Prove Critics Wrong Against Rashad Evans

If Jon Jones hopes to solidify his reign as UFC light heavyweight champion, as well as one of the greatest fighters in UFC history, his recent performances would suggest he is on the right path to doing so. After effortlessly dispatching three former c…

If Jon Jones hopes to solidify his reign as UFC light heavyweight champion, as well as one of the greatest fighters in UFC history, his recent performances would suggest he is on the right path to doing so. After effortlessly dispatching three former champions, Jones is set to make his third title defense against another […]

Is the UFC Turning Fans Against Rampage Jackson?

The tumultuous relationship between Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and the UFC is quickly turning a once beloved champion into an eyesore for the MMA community. Since losing to Ryan Bader at UFC 144, Jackson has been in a back-and-forth contract…

The tumultuous relationship between Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and the UFC is quickly turning a once beloved champion into an eyesore for the MMA community. Since losing to Ryan Bader at UFC 144, Jackson has been in a back-and-forth contractual dispute with the UFC regarding financial figures. According to Jackson, the promotion believes he has lost […]

Quinton Jackson, Testosterone and the Never Ending Battle Against PEDs

They stand across from each other, staring their opponent dead in the eyes. Each knows what the other wants to do. They both think they can outsmart the other man. It’s the fiercest battle in sports, and the participants don’t need to shoot…

They stand across from each other, staring their opponent dead in the eyes. Each knows what the other wants to do. They both think they can outsmart the other man. It’s the fiercest battle in sports, and the participants don’t need to shoot a jump shot, lift a weight or throw a single punch. Athletes […]

Tate vs. Rousey: Miesha Doesn’t Stand a Chance Against Rowdy Ronda

An asterisk lies next to Ronda Rousey’s record. No, that asterisk doesn’t suggest that she’s on the juice or cheated in any manner.  Rousey is simply a different animal than her 4-0 record gives her credit for. She isn’t ju…

An asterisk lies next to Ronda Rousey’s record. No, that asterisk doesn’t suggest that she’s on the juice or cheated in any manner.  Rousey is simply a different animal than her 4-0 record gives her credit for. She isn’t just undefeated.  Rousey has won by submission in each of her professional bouts.  Not only that, […]

Tito Ortiz Recalls His Bout Against Wanderlei Silva in Japan

As the UFC makes its return to the Saitama Super Arena this weekend, some of the company’s prominent stars shared some of their past experiences since the last time the UFC made a trip to Japan for UFC 25 and UFC 29. Competing on that was former …

As the UFC makes its return to the Saitama Super Arena this weekend, some of the company’s prominent stars shared some of their past experiences since the last time the UFC made a trip to Japan for UFC 25 and UFC 29. Competing on that was former UFC light heavyweight champion Tito Ortiz, who headlined […]

Jon Jones Says Greg Jackson Will Corner Him Against Rashad Evans at UFC 145

After weeks of denying his involvement in the main event at UFC 145 between Jon Jones and Rashad Evans, Greg Jackson will reside with the UFC light heavyweight champion. Jones confirmed the news on his Twitter account, saying Jackson will be his corner…

After weeks of denying his involvement in the main event at UFC 145 between Jon Jones and Rashad Evans, Greg Jackson will reside with the UFC light heavyweight champion. Jones confirmed the news on his Twitter account, saying Jackson will be his corner on the night of the fight. “Greg Jackson confirmed today he will […]