Tag: Last

Gilbert Melendez: How Does Last Night’s Fight Affect His Stock?

Last night, Strikeforce lightweight champion Gilbert Melendez and former champ Stephen Thompson completed their trilogy of fights, with Melendez earning the win in the rubber match by split decision. When Thompson secured Melendez’s back in the f…

Last night, Strikeforce lightweight champion Gilbert Melendez and former champ Stephen Thompson completed their trilogy of fights, with Melendez earning the win in the rubber match by split decision. When Thompson secured Melendez’s back in the fourth round and threatened with a rear naked choke, many believed that he deserved the victory. After all, the […]

75 Best Knockouts of the Last 5 Years

For most fans, exciting knockouts are the sole reason to watch MMA. From the vicious head kicks to overhand rights to flying knees and clinch knees, there is rarely a knockout that isn’t fun to watch. Maybe it’s because seeing someone get k…

For most fans, exciting knockouts are the sole reason to watch MMA. From the vicious head kicks to overhand rights to flying knees and clinch knees, there is rarely a knockout that isn’t fun to watch. Maybe it’s because seeing someone get knocked out helps us live out our angry fantasies vicariously. Maybe it’s because […]

Rampage Jackson Wants Shogun Rua or Forrest Griffin for Last UFC Bout

Although Quinton “Rampage” Jackson intends to honor the last fight on his UFC contract, he is currently without an opponent. The former UFC light heavyweight champion has remained out of action since February after undergoing knee surgery f…

Although Quinton “Rampage” Jackson intends to honor the last fight on his UFC contract, he is currently without an opponent. The former UFC light heavyweight champion has remained out of action since February after undergoing knee surgery following his loss to Ryan Bader at UFC 144. Jackson was originally expected to face off against Mauricio […]

Strikeforce 40: Could It Be the Last Hurrah for “Business as Usual”?

On May 19th, we could all see the end of Strikeforce as we know it. Strikeforce has announced a staked card that includes the Heavyweight Grand Prix Final, Gilbert Melendez defending his title once again, light heavyweight match-up between Mike Kyle an…

On May 19th, we could all see the end of Strikeforce as we know it. Strikeforce has announced a staked card that includes the Heavyweight Grand Prix Final, Gilbert Melendez defending his title once again, light heavyweight match-up between Mike Kyle and Rafael Cavalcante and two top Strikeforce lightweights fight in separate bouts in Billy […]

Tito Ortiz Talks Bout with Forrest Griffin, Confirms It’s His Last UFC Fight

When Tito Ortiz makes his next appearance in the Octagon, it will be his last.  The former UFC light heavyweight champion is set to meet Forrest Griffin at UFC 148 in July, where the two competitors are prepared to settle their trilogy. Ortiz sat …

When Tito Ortiz makes his next appearance in the Octagon, it will be his last.  The former UFC light heavyweight champion is set to meet Forrest Griffin at UFC 148 in July, where the two competitors are prepared to settle their trilogy. Ortiz sat down with FightersOnly.com in an exclusive interview to discuss his final […]

The 25 Best Knockouts of the Last 5 Years

A lot has changed in MMA over the past five years. The UFC is now partnered with the Fox network, the Pride organization has ceased to exist and a number of the sport’s legends have retired. In fact, one of the only constants in the sport ov…

A lot has changed in MMA over the past five years. The UFC is now partnered with the Fox network, the Pride organization has ceased to exist and a number of the sport’s legends have retired. In fact, one of the only constants in the sport over the past handful of years has been the UFC […]