Tag: MMA Editorials

From an Action-Packed Weekend of MMA, Jessica Andrade Emerged Biggest Winner

Former champions and title contenders took part in events put on by the UFC and Bellator this past weekend in different parts of the world, but one fighter emerged as the biggest winner. Jessica Andrade completely dominated Claudia Gadelha at UFC Fight Night 117, earning a co-main event victory in Japan. Andrade event secured a […]

Former champions and title contenders took part in events put on by the UFC and Bellator this past weekend in different parts of the world, but one fighter emerged as the biggest winner. Jessica Andrade completely dominated Claudia Gadelha at UFC Fight Night 117, earning a co-main event victory in Japan. Andrade event secured a […]

Fear not UFC Fans, the Promotion is Returning Hot & Heavy in September

Yes, this is one of the longest layoffs between UFC cards in recent memory. And for those that love sitting down each and every Saturday night and taking in the action, it probably feels like an eternity. But with Conor McGregor-Floyd Mayweather set for next weekend, the UFC is planning a strong push once the […]

Yes, this is one of the longest layoffs between UFC cards in recent memory. And for those that love sitting down each and every Saturday night and taking in the action, it probably feels like an eternity. But with Conor McGregor-Floyd Mayweather set for next weekend, the UFC is planning a strong push once the […]

UFC 214: Who is Tonya Evinger, And Does she Pose a Threat? (Editorial)

The casual MMA fan might not know who Tonya Evinger is. But Cris Cyborg’s UFC 214 opponent isn’t just some run-of-the-mill fighter signed to get destroyed by the Brazilian. Yes, Evinger wasn’t the UFC’s first choice for the bout this Saturday night, but she just might be the biggest threat. The 36-year-old has been fighting […]

The casual MMA fan might not know who Tonya Evinger is. But Cris Cyborg’s UFC 214 opponent isn’t just some run-of-the-mill fighter signed to get destroyed by the Brazilian. Yes, Evinger wasn’t the UFC’s first choice for the bout this Saturday night, but she just might be the biggest threat. The 36-year-old has been fighting […]

UFC 214: What Makes the Jon Jones-Daniel Cormier Feud so Special? (Editorial)

What is is that makes putting Jon Jones and reigning UFC light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier together so special? Alpha male status. Both fighters believe they are the best of the best, so when you get that testosterone, adrenaline and fire together in one place, an explosion is bound to happen. The first meeting between […]

What is is that makes putting Jon Jones and reigning UFC light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier together so special? Alpha male status. Both fighters believe they are the best of the best, so when you get that testosterone, adrenaline and fire together in one place, an explosion is bound to happen. The first meeting between […]

No Time Like Present for Chris Weidman-Anderson Silva III

I understand that Anderson Silva has reached out about a potential rematch with Nick Diaz. But that is not the fight to make. With the UFC targeting a fall return to Madison Square Garden in New York City, how about a third meeting between “The Spider” and Chris Weidman instead? First, a quick disclaimer: if […]

I understand that Anderson Silva has reached out about a potential rematch with Nick Diaz. But that is not the fight to make. With the UFC targeting a fall return to Madison Square Garden in New York City, how about a third meeting between “The Spider” and Chris Weidman instead? First, a quick disclaimer: if […]

UFC Fight Night 113: Calderwood-Calvillo Still ‘People’s Main Event’

It seems when these unique UFC events come up – the ones that air on Sundays, Fridays or any day other than Saturday – the female fighters steal the show. UFC Fight Night 113 set for this Sunday afternoon will likely follow that path. While Joanne Calderwood missed weight for her co-main event bout with […]

It seems when these unique UFC events come up – the ones that air on Sundays, Fridays or any day other than Saturday – the female fighters steal the show. UFC Fight Night 113 set for this Sunday afternoon will likely follow that path. While Joanne Calderwood missed weight for her co-main event bout with […]