Tag: Heroes

Ryan Bader Continues Hire Heroes USA Partnership with $5,000 Donation

Ryan Bader’s support of the United States military has been one of the light heavyweight contender’s primary focuses during his time under the UFC banner, and those efforts are continuing with his most recent contribution to Hire Heroes USA. The former Arizona State-wrestling-standout-turned top-ranked mixed martial artist’s $5,000 donation to the organization lead by former […]

Ryan Bader’s support of the United States military has been one of the light heavyweight contender’s primary focuses during his time under the UFC banner, and those efforts are continuing with his most recent contribution to Hire Heroes USA. The former Arizona State-wrestling-standout-turned top-ranked mixed martial artist’s $5,000 donation to the organization lead by former […]

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Tim Boetsch Looking to Topple One of His Heroes at Fight Night 68

With nearly two decades spent competing at the highest level of mixed martial arts, Dan Henderson has impacted multiple generations of fighters coming up in his wake. Of those who have been inspired by Hendo’s work inside the cage, Tim Boetsch is certainly a card-carrying member of the club. The former wrestling standout from Maine […]

With nearly two decades spent competing at the highest level of mixed martial arts, Dan Henderson has impacted multiple generations of fighters coming up in his wake. Of those who have been inspired by Hendo’s work inside the cage, Tim Boetsch is certainly a card-carrying member of the club. The former wrestling standout from Maine […]

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MMA Has No Heroes: Anderson Silva Joins a Long Line of UFC Drug Test Failures

Nick Diaz and Anderson Silva capped an impressive month for the Ultimate Fighting Championship on January 31st, headlining a card in front of more than 13,000 fans at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas. Silva, the former middleweight champion and arguably the best fighter in the sport’s short history won a unanimous decision in […]

Nick Diaz and Anderson Silva capped an impressive month for the Ultimate Fighting Championship on January 31st, headlining a card in front of more than 13,000 fans at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas. Silva, the former middleweight champion and arguably the best fighter in the sport’s short history won a unanimous decision in […]

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Nick Diaz and MMA’s 7 Biggest Cult Heroes Right Now

MMA attracts a certain kind: the kind that doesn’t mind violence or, like, not getting paid enough, and things like that. As much as the sport has grown, at its center, a lot of the guys are outlaws and misfits. Outstanding athletes and highly skilled and courageous human beings, yes, but also misfits.  Ditto a […]

MMA attracts a certain kind: the kind that doesn’t mind violence or, like, not getting paid enough, and things like that. As much as the sport has grown, at its center, a lot of the guys are outlaws and misfits. Outstanding athletes and highly skilled and courageous human beings, yes, but also misfits.  Ditto a […]

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UFC 141: Alistair Overeem and 15 Fighters Who Could Be Comic Book Heroes

Whether it’s attitude, physicality or technical prowess, there are several fighters who have some traits that are indicative of a hero. If it’s Nick Diaz‘s demeanor that’s made him the ultimate cult hero amongst most hardcore fa…

Whether it’s attitude, physicality or technical prowess, there are several fighters who have some traits that are indicative of a hero. If it’s Nick Diaz‘s demeanor that’s made him the ultimate cult hero amongst most hardcore fans, or Alistair Overeem’s impressive physique that puts average men to shame, these stars are some of the more […]

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UFC 141: Alistair Overeem and 15 Fighters Who Could Be Comic Book Heroes

15 of MMA’s Biggest Cult Heroes

A cult hero is generally defined as a person who engenders a passionate following from a relatively small but dedicated fan base. Think about that quirky indie rock band. That underground movie. Pabst Blue Ribbon. The McRib sandwich. In …

A cult hero is generally defined as a person who engenders a passionate following from a relatively small but dedicated fan base. Think about that quirky indie rock band. That underground movie. Pabst Blue Ribbon. The McRib sandwich. In a lot of ways, MMA, despite its burgeoning popularity, is still very much a cult sport when compared to the Cowboys and Yankees […]

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15 of MMA’s Biggest Cult Heroes