Tag: Brazilian

Demian Maia Says There is Not Enough Brazilian Talent at 185 Pounds

When Mark Munoz fell to injury, promoting Michael Bisping into the co-main event against Chael Sonnen, Demian Maia‘s position on the main card was uncertain. Fans were quick to point to a potential matchup between Maia and fellow Brazilian Jiu-Ji…

When Mark Munoz fell to injury, promoting Michael Bisping into the co-main event against Chael Sonnen, Demian Maia‘s position on the main card was uncertain. Fans were quick to point to a potential matchup between Maia and fellow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner Rouismar Palhares. However Palhares turned down the opportunity to face Maia on one week’s […]

Demian Maia Says There is Not Enough Brazilian Talent at 185 Pounds

When Mark Munoz fell to injury, promoting Michael Bisping into the co-main event against Chael Sonnen, Demian Maia‘s position on the main card was uncertain. Fans were quick to point to a potential matchup between Maia and fellow Brazilian Jiu-Ji…

When Mark Munoz fell to injury, promoting Michael Bisping into the co-main event against Chael Sonnen, Demian Maia‘s position on the main card was uncertain. Fans were quick to point to a potential matchup between Maia and fellow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner Rouismar Palhares. However Palhares turned down the opportunity to face Maia on one week’s […]

Jake Shields Says That Jake Ellenberger’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Isn’t That Great

Jake Shields’ first fight back since losing to Georges St-Pierre at UFC 129 in Toronto is a main event against up and comer Jake Ellenberger. Shields took some time out during the difficult lead up to the fight to talk about t…

Jake Shields’ first fight back since losing to Georges St-Pierre at UFC 129 in Toronto is a main event against up and comer Jake Ellenberger. Shields took some time out during the difficult lead up to the fight to talk about the recent and sudden passing of his father, Jack Shields, his opponent, and his close friend and training partner Nick […]

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Jake Shields Says That Jake Ellenberger’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Isn’t That Great

UFC 134: Royce Gracie and 5 Brazilian Fighters Who Were Snubbed from the Card

The UFC returns to Brazil this weekend for one of the biggest fight cards the promotion has ever put on, UFC 134, which is also being dubbed “UFC Rio.” 11 of the 12 scheduled fights will include at least one Brazilian fighter, including thr…

The UFC returns to Brazil this weekend for one of the biggest fight cards the promotion has ever put on, UFC 134, which is also being dubbed “UFC Rio.” 11 of the 12 scheduled fights will include at least one Brazilian fighter, including three fights in which both competitors are from the host country. The […]

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UFC 134: Royce Gracie and 5 Brazilian Fighters Who Were Snubbed from the Card

UFC 134: Brazilian MMA Fans Give Their Thoughts on Chael Sonnen

It’s no secret that Chael Sonnen and the country of Brazil don’t have the healthiest relationship. Sonnen has been taking shots at Brazilian fighters since it was announced that he would fight Anderson Silva over a year ago. For the most pa…

It’s no secret that Chael Sonnen and the country of Brazil don’t have the healthiest relationship. Sonnen has been taking shots at Brazilian fighters since it was announced that he would fight Anderson Silva over a year ago. For the most part, Sonnen has been keeping his insults directed towards fighters. In particular, he has […]

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UFC 134: Brazilian MMA Fans Give Their Thoughts on Chael Sonnen

UFC 134 Preview: Anderson Silva “The Brazilian Wandering Spider”

Heading into UFC 134 this weekend, an interesting promo has aired featuring Anderson Silva in anticipation of his title bout against Yushin Okami.  The unique presentation shows some Silva’s most memorable fights, while a voice over provides…

Heading into UFC 134 this weekend, an interesting promo has aired featuring Anderson Silva in anticipation of his title bout against Yushin Okami.  The unique presentation shows some Silva’s most memorable fights, while a voice over provides a definition for the fighter, labelling him as a “Brazilian Wandering Spider.” The creative approach certainly is a […]

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UFC 134 Preview: Anderson Silva “The Brazilian Wandering Spider”