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For Jussier Formiga, Beating Benavidez Not Enough for Flyweight Title Shot

Jussier Formiga wasn’t going to let this one get away. The ice wasn’t going to break itself. So even if it meant a case of highlight deficiency, Formiga had to get the W. And get it he did, holding off a late charge from Chris Cariaso to grind out a decision at UFC on FX […]

Jussier Formiga wasn’t going to let this one get away. The ice wasn’t going to break itself. So even if it meant a case of highlight deficiency, Formiga had to get the W. And get it he did, holding off a late charge from Chris Cariaso to grind out a decision at UFC on FX […]

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UFC on Fox 8 Live Streaming Question and Answer Session with Joseph Benavidez

The UFC is in Seattle this week for UFC on Fox 8. A bout between flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson and fourth-ranked contender John Moraga will headline the July 27 fight card. The evening’s co-main event will feature a welterweight contest between top-five contenders Rory MacDonald and Jake Ellenberger. In all, 12 fights will take place […]

The UFC is in Seattle this week for UFC on Fox 8. A bout between flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson and fourth-ranked contender John Moraga will headline the July 27 fight card. The evening’s co-main event will feature a welterweight contest between top-five contenders Rory MacDonald and Jake Ellenberger. In all, 12 fights will take place […]

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Joseph Benavidez vs. Jussier Formiga Head-to-Toe Breakdown

The UFC’s move to the new Fox Sports 1 channel is an exciting new adventure for the company. As of right now, there are three shows planned for the new network. The third planned show is set to take place in Brazil and will be headlined by light heavyweight contenders Glover Teixeira and Ryan Bader. […]

The UFC’s move to the new Fox Sports 1 channel is an exciting new adventure for the company. As of right now, there are three shows planned for the new network. The third planned show is set to take place in Brazil and will be headlined by light heavyweight contenders Glover Teixeira and Ryan Bader. […]

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Benavidez Willing to Take the Long Road to Another Shot at the Flyweight Title

On the heels of his victory over Ian McCall at UFC 156, Joseph Benavidez could have easily made the case to get a rematch with flyweight champion Demetrius Johnson. But rather than step back into the Octagon with “Mighty Mouse” in quick fashion, the Team Alpha Male staple thought it best to take another route […]

On the heels of his victory over Ian McCall at UFC 156, Joseph Benavidez could have easily made the case to get a rematch with flyweight champion Demetrius Johnson. But rather than step back into the Octagon with “Mighty Mouse” in quick fashion, the Team Alpha Male staple thought it best to take another route […]

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UFC 156 Aldo vs Edgar Superbowl Superfight Picks

Jose Aldo vs. Frankie Edgar Aldo can win in many more ways and probably will, but with these odds, and Edgar’s ability to overcome, endurance, and experience. I’m going with Edgar just based on those probabilities + the odds. Rashad Evans vs. Antonio Rogerio Nogueira Once again. The odds here are juicy for little Nog. [&hellip

Jose Aldo vs. Frankie Edgar

Aldo can win in many more ways and probably will, but with these odds, and Edgar’s ability to overcome, endurance, and experience. I’m going with Edgar just based on those probabilities + the odds.

Rashad Evans vs. Antonio Rogerio Nogueira

Once again. The odds here are juicy for little Nog. Rashad is much faster, but the wrestling of Evans is likely going to be negated as he won’t want to go to the ground with little Nog. Once again, Rashad should win a decision, but, with the odds so skewed, Nog has a puncher’s and submitter’s chance.

Alistair Overeem vs. Antonio Silva

Overeem is in the UFC and if you never saw him fight before because you are UFC focused, he is a pretty intimidating fighter who destroys pretty much anyone he faces post 2009ish. The odds are heavily skewed here, but Silva is a blackbelt. If Overeem gets on his back, Silva, should have a distinct advantage. He is slightly bigger. Overeem isn’t particularly fast, he is just big and technical. Silva, is less technical, but has that ground and top game, plus fair leg kicks.

I like Silva here in the upset due to the heavy odds skew.

Jon Fitch vs. Demian Maia

Although favored I don’t see Maia beating Fitch. Unless Hendricks unlocked the glass jaw code on Fitch and he is now able to be KO’d easily.

Joseph Benavidez vs. Ian McCall

Going with the underdog again. Ian McCall can hang with the faster Mighty Mouse, he should be fine against Benavidez. McCall will have the chip on his shoulder too.

Evan Dunham vs. Gleison Tibau

Too close to call depending on how Tibau shows up. I have Dunham in decision.

Tyron Woodley vs. Jay Hieron

Another upset here, I’ve got Hieron taking the upset with experience, better punching. Wrestling is probably better for Woodley, but Hieron is right there in that department.

Jacob Volkmann vs. Bobby Green

I’m avoiding this fight, because I tend to lean with Volkmann almost no matter what, but odds skewed too much.

Yves Edwards vs. Isaac Vallie-Flagg

Edwards. In one of the other favored picks, I like Yves on a roll here.

Dustin Kimura vs. Chico Camus

Pass

Edwin Figueroa vs. Francisco Rivera

Pass

Benavidez vs. Johnson: What’s Next for Joseph Benavidez?

Joseph Benavidez entered his UFC 152 flyweight title fight as a decided favorite over Demetrious Johnson, but he failed to make good on his bid to become the division’s first UFC champion Saturday night in Toronto. Most expected Benavidez to use …

Joseph Benavidez entered his UFC 152 flyweight title fight as a decided favorite over Demetrious Johnson, but he failed to make good on his bid to become the division’s first UFC champion Saturday night in Toronto. Most expected Benavidez to use his power to handle the effervescent Johnson, but he was unable to do so […]