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Cub Swanson and Jeremy Stephens Both Hope to Bury Past, Build a Better Future

Jeremy Stephens and Cub Swanson want to believe their stories are still being written. They both likely shudder to think they would be defined by moments past. Were that the case, Swanson would forever be remembered as the victim of Jose Aldo’s insane eight-second double flying knee at WEC 41; Stephens would be remembered as […]

Jeremy Stephens and Cub Swanson want to believe their stories are still being written. They both likely shudder to think they would be defined by moments past. Were that the case, Swanson would forever be remembered as the victim of Jose Aldo’s insane eight-second double flying knee at WEC 41; Stephens would be remembered as […]

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10 Ways UFC Matchmaker Joe Silva Could Better Build Future Stars

Creating stars in any sport is more art than science. Nowhere is that more true than mixed martial arts.  Some fighters, despite their obvious limitations, just seem to resonate with the fanbase.  You can try to put your finger on t…

Creating stars in any sport is more art than science. Nowhere is that more true than mixed martial arts.  Some fighters, despite their obvious limitations, just seem to resonate with the fanbase.  You can try to put your finger on the reason why, but it flitters away like magic. Think Kimbo Slice or Clay Guida. Other fighters, […]

Why Are MMA Fans so Quick to Build Up and Tear Down Fighters?

The life of a professional fighter isn’t easy. There are long days in the gym, time away from family, constant injuries, and then after all that, you have to get into a cage with another man who is looking to put a serious hurting on you. Sure, t…

The life of a professional fighter isn’t easy. There are long days in the gym, time away from family, constant injuries, and then after all that, you have to get into a cage with another man who is looking to put a serious hurting on you. Sure, the opportunity for fame and fortune is there. […]

4 Reasons UFC Should Not Build Itself Around Jon Jones

Jon Jones is quickly becoming the biggest star in the UFC today, but that doesn’t mean he’ll remain that way. The UFC could place all its chips on Jones’ future and be surprised to find out its winning hand is met with a loss. While m…

Jon Jones is quickly becoming the biggest star in the UFC today, but that doesn’t mean he’ll remain that way. The UFC could place all its chips on Jones’ future and be surprised to find out its winning hand is met with a loss. While many industries have been vaulted on the backs of bright, […]

UFC Flyweight Divison: If You Build It, They Will Watch

With a potential flyweight division on the horizon, it seems as if the UFC and ZUFFA are already trying to familiarize their fan base with a few of their fighters. The hope is that it takes off quickly and gains as much popularity as the bantamweights …

With a potential flyweight division on the horizon, it seems as if the UFC and ZUFFA are already trying to familiarize their fan base with a few of their fighters. The hope is that it takes off quickly and gains as much popularity as the bantamweights and featherweights already have.  This season of the Ultimate […]

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UFC Flyweight Divison: If You Build It, They Will Watch