Tag: Closer

Alexander Gustafsson vs Anthony Johnson Closer to Reality? That’s Fine with Me.

At long last, it appears Anthony Johnson and Alexander Gustafsson might be headed for a collision course. By “at long last,” of course, I am referring to the amount of time that has passed since Johnson went in the Octagon and crushed Antonio Rogerio Nogueira on July 26. Johnson’s UFC light heavyweight debut win over […]

At long last, it appears Anthony Johnson and Alexander Gustafsson might be headed for a collision course. By “at long last,” of course, I am referring to the amount of time that has passed since Johnson went in the Octagon and crushed Antonio Rogerio Nogueira on July 26. Johnson’s UFC light heavyweight debut win over […]

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Jon Jones Signing with Nike Is One Step Closer to the Mainstream for UFC

It may not seem like a big deal on the surface, but the news that UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones has signed a global endorsement deal with industry giant Nike is one of the biggest bombshells in a long time. The deal has been in the works for…

It may not seem like a big deal on the surface, but the news that UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones has signed a global endorsement deal with industry giant Nike is one of the biggest bombshells in a long time. The deal has been in the works for quite some time, and according to […]

UFC on Fox 3: Johny Hendricks Closer to GSP, Title with Win vs. Josh Koscheck

Saturday night’s welterweight fight between Johny Hendricks and Josh Koscheck was about as close as they come in the UFC, perhaps just as close as where Hendricks currently finds himself in relation to Georges St-Pierre and a shot at the title. B…

Saturday night’s welterweight fight between Johny Hendricks and Josh Koscheck was about as close as they come in the UFC, perhaps just as close as where Hendricks currently finds himself in relation to Georges St-Pierre and a shot at the title. Bigg Rigg edged Kos by split decision at UFC on Fox 3 at the […]

The Ultimate Fighter Live: A Closer Look at the Cast of 16

Last night was history for The Ultimate Fighter, as the show went live for the first time in its 15-year history. Another new part of the preliminary fights that Dana White revealed was the fact that the fighters would only get a single five-minute rou…

Last night was history for The Ultimate Fighter, as the show went live for the first time in its 15-year history. Another new part of the preliminary fights that Dana White revealed was the fact that the fighters would only get a single five-minute round to win the fight. Of the 16 fights put on, […]

Nick Diaz vs. Carlos Condit Rematch One Step Closer to Happening

It’s funny how quickly things can change. On Saturday night following a unanimous decision loss to Carlos Condit, Nick Diaz announced that he didn’t “need this s**t” and was most likely going to walk away from MMA. That retireme…

It’s funny how quickly things can change. On Saturday night following a unanimous decision loss to Carlos Condit, Nick Diaz announced that he didn’t “need this s**t” and was most likely going to walk away from MMA. That retirement may have to wait. Late Tuesday night UFC president Dana White tweeted, “the rumor is true. […]

UFC 140 Results: Frank Mir Inches Closer to Title Shot with Win over Nogueira

On Saturday night, Frank Mir and Minotauro Nogueira had a brief grappling battle, but it was easily one of the best ever seen in the Octagon. Not only was it the best grappling battle, but it was undoubtedly one of the best submissions in the Octagon a…

On Saturday night, Frank Mir and Minotauro Nogueira had a brief grappling battle, but it was easily one of the best ever seen in the Octagon. Not only was it the best grappling battle, but it was undoubtedly one of the best submissions in the Octagon as well. Mir now has the chin and the […]

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UFC 140 Results: Frank Mir Inches Closer to Title Shot with Win over Nogueira