Tag: Matter

Jon Jones Has No Honor and It Doesn’t Matter One Bit

At a certain point, complaints about Jon Jones can veer into ridiculous territory. Despite being so young and relatively new to the game, the pound-for-pound prodigy remains an incredibly hated figure in the world of mixed martial arts—especially…

At a certain point, complaints about Jon Jones can veer into ridiculous territory. Despite being so young and relatively new to the game, the pound-for-pound prodigy remains an incredibly hated figure in the world of mixed martial arts—especially to beaten opponents who have previously admitted his greatness. Even Quinton Jackson, despite having already run a […]

Will Alistair Overeem Ever Matter Again?

Getting busted for performance-enhancing drugs in MMA is kind of like getting caught in a misdemeanor lie by your wife. You’re going to be despised for a while, and you’re going to pay dearly, but after enough flowers, candy, sweetness…

Getting busted for performance-enhancing drugs in MMA is kind of like getting caught in a misdemeanor lie by your wife. You’re going to be despised for a while, and you’re going to pay dearly, but after enough flowers, candy, sweetness and, most importantly time, all is forgiven.   Alistair Overeem is the latest villain in the […]

UFC: Do Rankings Even Matter in MMA?

Rankings are the most pointless thing in mixed martial arts.  No, really, they are. Why? The reasons are numerous and, quite frankly, obvious.  First of all, the UFC doesn’t have its own official rankings to determine fights and title s…

Rankings are the most pointless thing in mixed martial arts.  No, really, they are. Why? The reasons are numerous and, quite frankly, obvious.  First of all, the UFC doesn’t have its own official rankings to determine fights and title shots. Yes, there’s a loose pecking order in the division, but nothing is put on paper […]

Jon Jones vs. Rashad Evans: Does It Matter That They Trained Together?

Jon Jones and Rashad Evans will finally settle their score at UFC 145 on April 21st. Once a brotherhood between the two at Greg Jackson’s MMA, the relationship has altered and gone down two separate paths. But like the old saying, all roads lead …

Jon Jones and Rashad Evans will finally settle their score at UFC 145 on April 21st. Once a brotherhood between the two at Greg Jackson’s MMA, the relationship has altered and gone down two separate paths. But like the old saying, all roads lead to Rome.  Very fitting in the sense that these two warriors, […]

UFC 144: Frankie Edgar Deserves a Title Shot, No Matter Where He Fights Next

After Benson Henderson had his hand raised at UFC 144, Frankie Edgar looked dejected, and perhaps a bit shocked at the judges’ decision. In a closely contested bout that saw Edgar look far more beat up but put on an incredible performance, Hender…

After Benson Henderson had his hand raised at UFC 144, Frankie Edgar looked dejected, and perhaps a bit shocked at the judges’ decision. In a closely contested bout that saw Edgar look far more beat up but put on an incredible performance, Henderson walked away with the belt and left Edgar with a swarm of […]

UFC 144: Tim Boetsch Has a Secret Weapon and His Name Is Ryan Matter

In the world of mixed martial arts, only one thing matters—being better than the man that stands across from you at the start of a fight. However, in order to arrive to that prestigious stage, one must endure an unexplainable amount of blood, swe…

In the world of mixed martial arts, only one thing matters—being better than the man that stands across from you at the start of a fight. However, in order to arrive to that prestigious stage, one must endure an unexplainable amount of blood, sweat, tears and, of course, help from others. Enter Ryan Matter. Matter, […]