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UFC: Charting Lyoto Machida’s Course to a Middleweight Title Fight

Although I’ve never been fond of fighters moving down a division, the idea of Lyoto Machida fighting at middleweight just seems right. He’s an excellent fighter from a technical stand point, and he does go for the finish when it is available. His defensive skills are still among the best in the sport, and his […]

Although I’ve never been fond of fighters moving down a division, the idea of Lyoto Machida fighting at middleweight just seems right. He’s an excellent fighter from a technical stand point, and he does go for the finish when it is available. His defensive skills are still among the best in the sport, and his […]

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UFC 157: Lyoto Machida’s Road to the Octagon

Lyoto Machida’s road to UFC 157 began with his loss to Jon Jones at UFC 140. Machida had the opportunity to reclaim the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship that night, but was choked unconscious in the second round. Typically, that would move a fighter down the rankings significantly. However, Machida showed enough against Jones in the […]

Lyoto Machida’s road to UFC 157 began with his loss to Jon Jones at UFC 140. Machida had the opportunity to reclaim the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship that night, but was choked unconscious in the second round. Typically, that would move a fighter down the rankings significantly. However, Machida showed enough against Jones in the […]

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UFC on FOX 4: Breaking Down Lyoto Machida’s Karate Style

Former UFC Light-Heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida proved once again the effectiveness of his karate-based style at UFC on FOX 4, brutally knocking out Ryan Bader in the second round. Bader was mystified by Machida’s striking and grew impatient …

Former UFC Light-Heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida proved once again the effectiveness of his karate-based style at UFC on FOX 4, brutally knocking out Ryan Bader in the second round. Bader was mystified by Machida’s striking and grew impatient with the former champ’s elusive footwork. The Ultimate Fighter alum eventually threw his game plan out the […]

Lyoto Machida’s Career Defining Moments

This Saturday, former UFC Light-Heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida will attempt to reclaim his belt as he faces current champion Jon Jones in Toronto at UFC 140. For years, the illustrious karate master has mystified opponents with his lighting fast st…

This Saturday, former UFC Light-Heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida will attempt to reclaim his belt as he faces current champion Jon Jones in Toronto at UFC 140. For years, the illustrious karate master has mystified opponents with his lighting fast strikes and elusive footwork, a combination that earned him a world title in 2009. Going undefeated […]

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Lyoto Machida’s Career Defining Moments

Jon Jones vs. Rampage Jackson: Who Will Be Lyoto Machida’s Next Opponent?

It’s looking more and more as the days go by as though the next fight for the light heavyweight title will be between healing champion Jon “Bones” Jones and top contender Quinton “Rampage” Jackson. Jones himself …

It’s looking more and more as the days go by as though the next fight for the light heavyweight title will be between healing champion Jon “Bones” Jones and top contender Quinton “Rampage” Jackson. Jones himself announced this in an interview with MMAJunkie.com on Thursday. While no contract has been signed and no date has been set, it […]

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Jon Jones vs. Rampage Jackson: Who Will Be Lyoto Machida’s Next Opponent?

Brazilian Karate Coach Says Machida’s Crane Kick Is “Most Difficult to Land”

Since his highlight reel knockout victory over Randy Couture at UFC 129, Lyoto Machida has been dubbed the “Karate Kid.” The Brazilian’s style is so unique and complex, as he combines different styles into his arsenal, along with his …

Since his highlight reel knockout victory over Randy Couture at UFC 129, Lyoto Machida has been dubbed the “Karate Kid.” The Brazilian’s style is so unique and complex, as he combines different styles into his arsenal, along with his elusive speed and footwork, including Shotokan karate, Sumo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai. To put into […]

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Brazilian Karate Coach Says Machida’s Crane Kick Is “Most Difficult to Land”