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UFC on FX 1 Fight Card: 5 Reasons to Watch "Guillard vs. Miller"

This Friday, January 20, 2012, the UFC will hold its first-ever UFC on FX event, featuring top lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller in the main event.Also, a pair of well-respected and well-traveled veterans battle it out in the co-main event as…

This Friday, January 20, 2012, the UFC will hold its first-ever UFC on FX event, featuring top lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller in the main event.

Also, a pair of well-respected and well-traveled veterans battle it out in the co-main event as Josh Neer takes on Duane Ludwig.

Still, some fans may be asking themselves, “What are the best reasons to check out this card?” Here’s my answer to that—five reasons to watch UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller.

5. The Free Preliminary Card Features Names Like Jorge Rivera, Kamal Shalorus and Charlie Brenneman

Once again, the UFC’s preliminary cards are set to deliver a stacked mini-event filled with good, free fights. I’ve been campaigning to get people to notice these prelims for quite some time now, and with how good they’ve been lately, I’m thinking that that’s one trend that will continue throughout the year.

No matter who you are, as long as you’ve got the time and the channel, you absolutely shouldn’t pass up six free fights featuring good fighters.

4. Mike Easton Has the Makings of a Real Bantamweight Prospect

In the here and now, I think you could make a case for Dominick Cruz being one of the most dominant champions in the UFC.

Cruz has already beaten the only man who’s ever defeated him, and he’s 19-1 overall. So who’s left for him to face?

Maybe it’ll be Mike Easton by the end of the year or the start of 2013. Easton is currently riding high with an overall record of 11-1 with six of those eleven wins by stoppage. His fight on this card should be a good indicator of just how big of a star Easton could possibly be.

3. Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer Is a Respectable Co-Main Event

I won’t lie, fans and friends. I have no strong feelings about either of these fighters.

Let me be clear, though—that doesn’t mean I don’t like them. I’m just not a fan in particular, although I certainly respect both men as well-traveled, grizzled veterans.

I don’t think this will end in spectacular fashion (and if it does I’ll be more than happy to eat some humble pie) but I do think that we’ll be in for a good three-round war in this co-main event.

2. Pat Barry Fights Christian Morecraft? Definitely a “Blink and You’ll Miss It” Fight

This is honestly the fight I’m looking forward to the most, aside from the main event.

Christian Morecraft isn’t an elite heavyweight, but he’s a good all-rounder, and he seems to be improving steadily.

And how can you not love Pat Barry? Barry comes to either finish or get finished, and I’m 90-percent certain that somebody is getting badly KTFO’d in this fight.

That always makes for an entertaining few minutes.

And the number-one reason to watch “UFC on FX 1” is…

1. The Main Event, Of Course

When Melvin Guillard lost to Joe Lauzon in under 50 seconds, my heart broke. I’ve always been a fan of Guillard, and now that he’s a veteran of more than 40 fights spread across almost nine years, I just don’t know how many more times he can enter into this kind of “rebuilding” phase.

I also felt pretty sad when Jim Miller lost to Ben Henderson, because Jim Miller is a big dark-horse favorite of mine.

This is one fight in which I’ll probably feel disheartened no matter who wins, but this is also one fight that I can’t wait to see happen, because I know how awesome these two can be when they’re at their best.

Depending on how it goes, this could be our first strong contender for “Sleeper Hit of the Year.”

Oliver Saenz, also known as PdW2kX, is a freelance journalist, opinion columnist, hardcore MMA fan, and lifelong video-game nerd. For more news, views, previews and reviews on all things Mixed Martial Arts as well as video games, be sure to visit FightGamesBlog.net.

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Wednesday Morning MMA Link Club: Weidman vs. Maia Booked for UFC on FOX 2, Ken-Flo Lands UFC Commentary Gig + More

(You’ve given us a lot to think about, weird yoga girl. Props: EpicTunaMan via Fightlinker)

Some selected highlights from our friends around the MMA blogosphere…

– Chris Weidman to Face Demian Maia at UFC on FOX 2 (MMA Fighting)

– MiddleEasy.com Is Against SOPA/PIPA (MiddleEasy)

– Kenny Florian to Provide Color Commentary for UFC’s Second Team (5th Round)

– Big Bang: Duane Ludwig UFC on FX Interview Exclusive (MMA Mania)

– Prince of Persia: Kamal Shalorus talks UFC on FX 1 (Exclusive) (Lowkick.Blitzcorner.com)

– First Look at ‘UFC Undisputed 3’ Video Game — Videos & Photos Dump (The Fight Nerd)

– What Did the Fighters Do After UFC 1? (BleacherReport.com/MMA)

– Jim Miller on Melvin Guillard: ‘I’m a Fan of the Way He Fights’ (FightLine)

– DREAM and ProElite Announce New Partnership (Five Ounces of Pain)

– Georges St. Pierre Would Rather Fight Nick Diaz Than Carlos Condit (MMA Convert)

– WWE Head Nixes Punk-Sonnen Entrance (MMA Payout)

– Zuffa’s IQ Test (Fight Opinion)

(You’ve given us a lot to think about, weird yoga girl. Props: EpicTunaMan via Fightlinker)

Some selected highlights from our friends around the MMA blogosphere…

– Chris Weidman to Face Demian Maia at UFC on FOX 2 (MMA Fighting)

– MiddleEasy.com Is Against SOPA/PIPA (MiddleEasy)

– Kenny Florian to Provide Color Commentary for UFC’s Second Team (5th Round)

– Big Bang: Duane Ludwig UFC on FX Interview Exclusive (MMA Mania)

– Prince of Persia: Kamal Shalorus talks UFC on FX 1 (Exclusive) (Lowkick.Blitzcorner.com)

– First Look at ‘UFC Undisputed 3′ Video Game — Videos & Photos Dump (The Fight Nerd)

– What Did the Fighters Do After UFC 1? (BleacherReport.com/MMA)

– Jim Miller on Melvin Guillard: ‘I’m a Fan of the Way He Fights’ (FightLine)

– DREAM and ProElite Announce New Partnership (Five Ounces of Pain)

– Georges St. Pierre Would Rather Fight Nick Diaz Than Carlos Condit (MMA Convert)

– WWE Head Nixes Punk-Sonnen Entrance (MMA Payout)

– Zuffa’s IQ Test (Fight Opinion)

Melvin Guillard: Jim Miller is One of My Favorite Fighters [VIDEO]

(Guillard is relishing the opportunity to bounce back from his disappointing loss to Joe Lauzon by beating Jim Miller Saturday night.)

We caught up with Melvin Guillard last month in Toronto at the MMA Expo and we had the opportunity to speak with “The Young Assassin” about a variety of topics, including his insane amount of fights, his loss to Joe Lauzon and his upcoming fight this weekend against Jim Miller at UFC on FX 1.

As always, Melvin had a lot to say, but it’s obvious that he has become a much more mature and humble fighter the past few years thanks to the support of his former coaches and teammates at Jackson’s MMA. The newest member of Imperial Athletics’ “Blackzilian” team is confident that he’ll one day be the UFC lightweight champ and he foresees himself being a coach on one of the upcoming seasons of The Ultimate Fighter.

Check out the video interview after the jump.

(Guillard is relishing the opportunity to bounce back from his disappointing loss to Joe Lauzon by beating Jim Miller Saturday night.)

Check out the video interview below:

(Video courtesy of YouTube/CagePotato)

UFC “Quick Break”: Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller

These “Quick Breaks” are short breakdowns of upcoming fights. In a summed-up focus of strengths, weaknesses and variables; this will analyze what could happen in the fight and end with this writer’s prediction. This Friday, UFC …

This Friday, UFC will be broadcasting their first event on FX. The event is being held in Nashville, Tenn., and will be headlined by two of the most talented lightweight fighters in the world.

In the blue corner, you have the challenger, Jim Miller. Miller is an excellent submission artist and a very hard man to put away. He is currently 20-3, with more than half of those wins coming by way of submission, and most noteworthy, has never been finished.

After a disappointing loss to No. 1 contender Benson Henderson, he will be looking to get back on track for a title shot. Jim Miller was on his way, and before his recent loss, was on a seven-fight winning streak.

In the red corner is the explosive Melvin Guillard. Guillard himself is looking to put himself back into the title picture, which he was prior to his most recent fight. Joe Lauzon stopped an over-excited and emotional Guillard early in the first round via a rear-naked choke, ending his five-fight winning streak. Now humbled by this experience, he is looking to become more focused and better than ever.

Melvin Guillard has the ability to explode on his opponents with strikes. He is currently 29-9-2(1), with 20 of them coming by KO/TKO. With a newfound knowledge of the dangers of carelessness, Guillard will be looking to prove to the fans that his last loss was just a mistake and will not be repeated.

It is very worthy to note that Guillard has nine losses, and only one of them came by decision. The others were all submissions. This, of course, is why Jim Miller is such a dangerous threat. Both fighters are the same weight, age and have the same reach, which does make it harder for “The Young Assassin” to have a distance striking advantage, but Miller is not know for his striking regardless.

In essence, and to put it simply, if it goes to the ground, Miller has the advantage. If it stays standing, Guillard is at home. In a division where there is a deep talent-pool and everyone is clamoring for the title shot, neither of these men can afford a second loss in a row. By the makings of this fight, one of them will be finished and knocked way down on the top contender list by the end of the night.

Prediction: Guillard wins via TKO about 3.30-5.00 minutes into the first round.

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UFC on FX Fight Card: Guillard vs. Miller

Filed under: UFCThe first-ever UFC on FX fight card is being headlined by a lightweight showdown between Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.

Guillard will look to bounce back from his 47-second loss to Joe Lauzo…

Filed under: UFC

The first-ever UFC on FX fight card is being headlined by a lightweight showdown between Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.

Guillard will look to bounce back from his 47-second loss to Joe Lauzon last October at UFC 136. Meanwhile, Miller will aim to get back on the win column after falling last August to Ben Henderson. Both lightweights were on track for a title shot until those losses.

The UFC on FX fight card is below.

Main Card – FX at 9 p.m. ET
Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer
Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
Mike Easton vs. TBA

Preliminary Card – FUEL at 6 p.m. ET
Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer
Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts
Kamal Shalorus vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov
Fabricio Camoes vs. Reza Madadi
Karlos Vemola vs. Ryan Jimmo
Joseph Sandoval vs. Nick Denis

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Melvin Guillard Claims Bout with Jim Miller Will Decide Next No. 1 Contender

Melvin Guillard may have suffered a tremendous upset loss to Joe Lauzon at UFC 136, but apparently, he remains very much in the lightweight title picture.In an interview with MMACanada.net, Guillard talked about the lessons he learned from his loss to …

Melvin Guillard may have suffered a tremendous upset loss to Joe Lauzon at UFC 136, but apparently, he remains very much in the lightweight title picture.

In an interview with MMACanada.net, Guillard talked about the lessons he learned from his loss to Lauzon and his upcoming bout with Jim Miller at UFC on Fox 1.

“It’s funny how you learn things over the years, and you go back as an adult and learn it again,” said Guillard.

“I think the biggest thing I learned was to be patient and not rush myself. The only reason [Joe Lauzon] won that fight was because I rushed myself, I was rushing my shots trying to hit him, and I actually ran into a stiff jab that actually rocked me. By the time I hit the canvas, I shook it off, but before I could shake it off, he was already on my back.”

Before the loss to Lauzon, Guillard was considered a frontrunner for a UFC title shot, but the old adage proved once again that anything can happen inside the octagon.

Lauzon dropped Guillard with a left hand and latched on a rear naked choke that had the lightweight contender tapping in merely 47 seconds.

The attending crowd erupted in disbelief immediately after, but none were more shocked than Guillard himself, who sat motionless staring off into space as Lauzon celebrated with his corner.

“It’s a life lesson. I walked away with no scratches, no bruises, and now I’ve been blessed even more. After a loss, the first time in my UFC career, they’re actually giving me a number one contender fight against Jim Miller live January 20 in Nashville,” Guillard said.

If true, it would be a pretty interesting circumstance to have two lightweights coming off losses and still receiving an opportunity to compete for a UFC title.

With that said, it isn’t like Guillard and Miller are undeserving of the opportunity.

Miller, who was defeated soundly by top lightweight contender Benson Henderson at UFC on Versus 5, was riding a seven-fight win streak over significantly tough opposition before his loss, and Guillard had amounted five-straight victories over stellar opposition as well, leading up to his bout with Lauzon.

“Jim Miller is one of my favorite fighters to watch. I admire the guy, I love his style of fighting, I love his killer instinct,” said Guillard.

“I’m down in Florida training with Rashad Evans and the guys at Imperial. I got me a personal trainer as far as my Jiu-Jitsu. He actually used to train the Nogueira brothers. I’m working with Rashad and [Mike] van Arsdale on my wrestling, which I’m already a state champion, so I’m sharpening my tools that I keep having the issues with in the ring.”

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