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Conor McGregor: All Hype Aside, Is He Really Ready for Aldo?

There is something wonderful about being a fight fan during the times when a new voice, such as Conor McGregor‘s, comes out, loud and unafraid, predicting greatness at the expense of all others. That is not to say that trash talk is the be-all and end-all, because it’s not. But when a fighter comes out, […]

There is something wonderful about being a fight fan during the times when a new voice, such as Conor McGregor‘s, comes out, loud and unafraid, predicting greatness at the expense of all others. That is not to say that trash talk is the be-all and end-all, because it’s not. But when a fighter comes out, […]

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Raphael Assuncao Putting Title Shot Frustrations Aside, Focused on Bryan Caraway

Raphael Assuncao isn’t sure how title shots are doled out in the UFC, but he is confident he’s going to get there eventually. The surging bantamweight contender has won all six of his bouts since dropping down into 135-pound waters in 2011, including a victory over the man who now holds the divisional strap in […]

Raphael Assuncao isn’t sure how title shots are doled out in the UFC, but he is confident he’s going to get there eventually. The surging bantamweight contender has won all six of his bouts since dropping down into 135-pound waters in 2011, including a victory over the man who now holds the divisional strap in […]

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UFC 154 Condit: ‘All Admiration Aside, I’m Coming to Take That from Him’

The two top welterweight fighters in the world  were on hand today to face the media and fans at the UFC 154 press conference from New City Gas in Montreal. Both men have oozed respect and admiration for each other leading up to the figh…

The two top welterweight fighters in the world  were on hand today to face the media and fans at the UFC 154 press conference from New City Gas in Montreal. Both men have oozed respect and admiration for each other leading up to the fight, and the air was no different today: “I see George as the […]

UFC 143: Aside from Diaz vs Condit, Which Are Event’s Most Intriguing Fights?

Next month at UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit, we will be treated to something that hasn’t been seen since 2008—a new UFC Welterweight Champion. Although it is an interim belt, it is also a ticket to fight Georges St. Pierre later this year for th…

Next month at UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit, we will be treated to something that hasn’t been seen since 2008—a new UFC Welterweight Champion. Although it is an interim belt, it is also a ticket to fight Georges St. Pierre later this year for the Undisputed Welterweight Championship. In addition to Diaz vs. Condit, UFC […]

Teammate vs. Teammate: Why Fighters Need to Put Friendship Aside and Fight

In the fight world, especially the UFC, there are only so many fights a division can offer a fighter. For example, there are only 48 fighters that grace the UFC middleweight division. Also, there are only so many fight camps and gyms that possess high-…

In the fight world, especially the UFC, there are only so many fights a division can offer a fighter. For example, there are only 48 fighters that grace the UFC middleweight division. Also, there are only so many fight camps and gyms that possess high-talent training partners to ensure the highest degree of preparedness for […]

UFC 130 Fight Card: Fat Jokes Aside, Is Roy Nelson a Legit Heavyweight Threat?

It’s time for the Rodney Dangerfield of MMA to seize his “Back to School” moment. In fact, come UFC 130, Roy “Big Country” Nelson is going to treat Frank Mir and the entire UFC-watching public to an extra helping of s…

It’s time for the Rodney Dangerfield of MMA to seize his “Back to School” moment. In fact, come UFC 130, Roy “Big Country” Nelson is going to treat Frank Mir and the entire UFC-watching public to an extra helping of special education. On May 28, the plus-sized fighter who can’t get no respect is finally going […]

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UFC 130 Fight Card: Fat Jokes Aside, Is Roy Nelson a Legit Heavyweight Threat?