If you’re someone who doesn’t give a damn about whether or not a dude should in fact fight for a championship, you know, after they just lost, you’ve probably been hankering for Fedor Emelianenko to throw down with Strikeforce champ Alistair Overeem next. Hell, we all know it would make for an outstanding, edge of […]
If you’re someone who doesn’t give a damn about whether or not a dude should in fact fight for a championship, you know, after they just lost, you’ve probably been hankering for Fedor Emelianenko to throw down with Strikeforce champ Alistair Overeem next. Hell, we all know it would make for an outstanding, edge of your seat fight, so who gives a sh-t if Fedor just lost to Fabricio Werdum right ? (Which originally was supposed to determine who would face the champ Overeem next) Or no?
Well, after having his desire for an immediate rematch with Werdum punted, due to the fact the Brazilian recently had elbow surgery, Fedor is now apparently looking to fight Overeem. After reports surfaced recently stating that “The Last Emperor” might fight Antonio Silva next, M-1 Global (Fedor’s management) sent out a press release today titled “We Want Overeem.” If that wasn’t clear enough for you, Fedor was also quoted saying:
“This is an important match for me and something that I personally want to happen,” says Fedor. “There have been conversations about putting this match-up together in the past and now is the time to begin making this bout possible.”
The release also said that “roadblocks”, which were previously preventing Overeem vs. Fedor, “seem to be disappearing.” New deal in the works? Anyways, this all jives with a post on the MixFight.ru site earlier today, which according to the translation by MMA Bay, also quoted Fedor saying he wants to fight Overeem next.
Despite Jason “Mayhem” Miller’s recent trash talking efforts, which included throwing down some of his hard earned money on a “Don’t Be Scared Homie” t-shirt, the middleweight will not get a crack at Nick Diaz as his angry heart so desires. Instead, the promotion has announced today that Diaz will rematch KJ Noons, October 9th, in […]
Despite Jason “Mayhem” Miller’s recent trash talking efforts, which included throwing down some of his hard earned money on a “Don’t Be Scared Homie” t-shirt, the middleweight will not get a crack at Nick Diaz as his angry heart so desires. Instead, the promotion has announced today that Diaz will rematch KJ Noons, October 9th, in San Jose.
Now although Miller’s feud with Diaz may be more current, due to the ‘oh how barbarous’ post-fight brawl in April that involved Mayhem, Jake Shields, the Diaz brothers and crew, it wasn’t that long ago that the Diaz / Noons rivalry was the current feud of the month. Diaz never got over the stoppage loss due to cuts he incurred vs. KJ in November, 2007 (the last time Nick lost), and of course, if you need a little in the cage, post-fight brawl action to make a feud credible, there was this little ‘incident.’
Noons vs. Diaz II will be a great, great fight, and as we just noted, there’s a rather unhealthy history here to make it that much more interesting, but that said, it is somewhat surprising that Strikeforce didn’t roll with Miller on this one no? After all, Miller is a MTV star and can hype up a fight with the best of them. In a report earlier today from MMA Junkie, however, Diaz’s trainer Cesar Gracie said that a fight with Miller wouldn’t happen unless he agreed to a catch-weight. One would think this could have gotten worked out but…It’s going to be interesting to see how Noons looks at 170.
UFC president Dana White is known for his over the top statements, and his overuse of the f-bomb, but no one can deny that he’s been a huge positive force for the ever increasing popularity of mixed martial arts. Putting aside the detractors that think he was essentially just lucky to be at the […]
UFC president Dana White is known for his over the top statements, and his overuse of the f-bomb, but no one can deny that he’s been a huge positive force for the ever increasing popularity of mixed martial arts. Putting aside the detractors that think he was essentially just lucky to be at the right place at the right time, White certainly revolutionized the MMA game as far as promotion goes, and he’s still pushing full steam ahead even as UFC is now in 147 different countries. White recently talked about the choice he made regarding being a fighter or a promoter, and here’s the quote via The Boston Herald:
“I realized a long time ago that wasn’t who I am. I watched that guy and thought, ‘What if that’s me?’ The real fighters, the warriors, don’t EVER think like that, man. If you want to make it as a fighter that thought should NEVER cross your mind. I wanted to be in the fight game but I wasn’t like those guys. They’re special…But the day I walked out of the hotel lobby I knew I was going to be in the fight game. It wasn’t about money. I never cared about money. I’ve given away more money than I ever thought I’d make. If it was about money I’d still be standing in that lobby because this hasn’t been easy.”
White has certainly cemented his role in the history of mixed martial arts, and he’s still blazing a path that many other promotions will follow. White will be at UFC 118 this Saturday, and will give a key note speech as part of Fan Expo which should be quite interesting. We’ll carry live coverage for the event, as well as total pre and post fight coverage.
The Fight Network conducts a great interview with Tom Wright, UFC Canada Director of Operations. It’s a very informative piece, especially for fans north of the border.
The Fight Network conducts a great interview with Tom Wright, UFC Canada Director of Operations. It’s a very informative piece, especially for fans north of the border.
UFC President Dana White will give his keynote speech at the UFC® FAN EXPO™ on Saturday, Aug. 28 at 1pm ET at the main stage inside the John B. Hynes Convention Center in Boston. Immediately following the keynote speech, White will take part in a Question and Answer session with fans.
With strong ties to […]
UFC President Dana White will give his keynote speech at the UFC® FAN EXPO™ on Saturday, Aug. 28 at 1pm ET at the main stage inside the John B. Hynes Convention Center in Boston. Immediately following the keynote speech, White will take part in a Question and Answer session with fans.
With strong ties to the Boston area, White is excited to return to his roots and present the East Coast with an event featuring some of the sport’s most influential fighters, brands, and sponsors.
“It has always been my dream to bring an event to Boston,” White said. “With UFC 118 and the Fan Expo, we’re delivering a weekend fans in the Northeast won’t want to miss.”
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UFC lightweight fighter Gray Maynard isn’t looking past Kenny “KenFlo” Florian and thinking about a title shot against either current champion Frankie Edgar or could become champ again BJ Penn. Both Maynard and Florian are at the highest levels in the division, so a victory by either should secure a title shot, and with […]
UFC lightweight fighter Gray Maynard isn’t looking past Kenny “KenFlo” Florian and thinking about a title shot against either current champion Frankie Edgar or could become champ again BJ Penn. Both Maynard and Florian are at the highest levels in the division, so a victory by either should secure a title shot, and with Maynard having already beat Edgar once, it could set up a compelling future title fight.
