Every division has at least one fighter that fans tune in to watch. The guy who wins or loses brings in money and gets paid well for his efforts.He may not have the best record, but fans know that he will keep going until there is nothing left to give …
Every division has at least one fighter that fans tune in to watch. The guy who wins or loses brings in money and gets paid well for his efforts.
He may not have the best record, but fans know that he will keep going until there is nothing left to give or his opponent has knocked him out.
Every year there are changes to the list, as some fighters retire and others grow smarter and decide to fight to win instead of to have the fans cheer them.
Still, as long as there is fighting, there will always be martial artists who decide to scrap.
Here are the most exciting fighters from flyweight all the way up to heavyweight.
UFC heavyweight Pat Barry discusses his fight victory over Christian Morecraft, improvements in his ground game and whether he can compete for the title and more. Pat Barry on whether he is going back to his old haircut: “I made a deal. I haven’t done …
UFC heavyweight Pat Barry discusses his fight victory over Christian Morecraft, improvements in his ground game and whether he can compete for the title and more.
Pat Barry on whether he is going back to his old haircut:
“I made a deal. I haven’t done this since high school—that I was not going to cut the top of my hair until I submit somebody in the octagon. Probably means that I’m going to have a Clay Guida in a little while. That’s the plan for now. I’m bringing it back. Somebody actually wrote, Snooki got taller at the weigh-ins. The hair is going to be here for a bit.”
On the progression of his ground game in the fight:
“Well, I’ve said I’m finally the smallest guy in the room in Death Clutch. I’m finally the smallest guy there. We got Brock Lesnar, Cole Konrad who is a monster, Jon Madsen, a bunch of other guys.
We got Marty Morgan, who is a world-renowned wrestling coach. we’ve got Comprido who is also our ji-jitsu coach. So i have been able and given the opportunity finally roll around and grapple and get stronger with a bunch of guys who are a lot bigger than i am. I mean Christian Morecraft fell on top of me. Christian Morecraft went for submissions. But if you can become accustomed to Cole Konrad trying to pull your arm or Brock Lesnar trying to squeeze your head off, then everybody else you tend to stay a little bit more calm and relaxed.
Whereas before, back in the day as soon as you grabbed my forearm I just started tapping everything. I am definitely growing. my ground game is not as garbage as the world thinks.
I actually had a guillotine for about three seconds. I don’t know if you all saw that. But I had it in for about three seconds then I got taken down. That sucks. Sorry, Marty.”
Shortly after Jose Aldo crushed Chad Mendes’ title hopes, (and face) at UFC 142 last weekend, fans started wondering whom the UFC could possibly put in front of its featherweight champion. Aldo has taken out everyone that Zuffa has asked him to, …
Shortly after Jose Aldo crushed Chad Mendes’ title hopes, (and face) at UFC 142 last weekend, fans started wondering whom the UFC could possibly put in front of its featherweight champion.
Aldo has taken out everyone that Zuffa has asked him to, and now there is a huge gap in talent between the champion and the challengers.
With guys like Dustin Poirier, Erik Koch, Hatsu Hioki and Chan Sung Jung all a win or two away from a shot at the title, many fans have started calling for Aldo to move up in weight and challenge a top contender at lightweight in a potential superfight.
The fighters on this list would all pose some interesting challenges for Aldo, as most would have a significant size advantage and a few might even be able to test Aldo’s ridiculous takedown defense.
A new year brings us a new set of rankings in the 155-pound lightweight division in MMA. Perhaps the most stacked division in the entire sport, the lightweights shot into the spotlight in 2011 and appear ready to do so again in 2012.The upcoming UFC …
A new year brings us a new set of rankings in the 155-pound lightweight division in MMA.
Perhaps the most stacked division in the entire sport, the lightweights shot into the spotlight in 2011 and appear ready to do so again in 2012.
The upcoming UFC lightweight title bout between Frankie Edgar and Benson Henderson will headline the UFC 144 fight card from Japan in February, a fight which many are calling an early candidate for Fight of the Year.
That fight is expected to settle the debate of who the best 155-pounder in the world is, but there are a number of other fighters who will be attempting to stake their claim to the lightweight throne in 2012.
These 10 lightweights are all on track and maybe only a fight or two away from their own chance at being No. 1 in the world.
These rankings are the combined effort of some of Bleacher Report MMA’s best writers, as we continue to try to provide you with the best content on the web.
Urijah Faber, Clay Guida, and the beautiful Brittney Palmer were in Italy this past week to meet and greet with the troops. The helpful trio took it upon themselves to try and push up that.
Urijah Faber, Clay Guida, and the beautiful Brittney Palmer were in Italy this past week to meet and greet with the troops. The helpful trio took it upon themselves to try and push up that Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Top-10 ranked lightweight and UFC veteran Clay Guida is spending a portion of the holidays visiting troops in Italy.Joining Guida are top ranked bantamweight Urijah Faber and UFC Octagon girl Brittney Palmer.Guida, a native of Chicago, where UFC on Fox…
Top-10 ranked lightweight and UFC veteran Clay Guida is spending a portion of the holidays visiting troops in Italy.
Joining Guida are top ranked bantamweight Urijah Faber and UFC Octagon girl Brittney Palmer.
Guida, a native of Chicago, where UFC on Fox 2 takes place next month, has enjoyed the time spent with the troops during the holiday season.
“I am happy and proud to be a part of this USO tour,” Guida said via press release. “So far, the best part has been spending time with troops and listening to their stories. I can’t think of a better way to get into the holiday spirit than giving back to our troops.”
As for the troops, it’s clear they appreciate Guida, Faber and Palmer spending time with them.
Bruno Cantu from Aviano, Italy sent his appreciation on Twitter.
“@whiskeyross: @ClayGuida thanks again for stopping by Aviano. It was much appreciated! Go cubs!! Sandberg will get his chance!”
As part of the tour Guida, Faber and Palmer are set to visit six bases in nine days for a variety of interactions with the troops.
Autograph signings, photo opportunities and sharing training techniques are all part of the tour.
Guida made his UFC debut five years ago and through 15 fights inside the Octagon he’s made a name for himself by possessing a fan-friendly and high energy fighting style.
For additional information on the USO tour with Guida, Faber, and Palmer follow along on Twitter.
UFC heavyweight Pat Barry discusses his fight victory over Christian Morecraft, improvements in his ground game and whether he can compete for the title and more.