Tag: Outside

Junior dos Santos’ Biggest Threat Outside the UFC

At present, Junior dos Santos presides over the UFC’s heavyweight division with fists of steel, and former champions Cain Velasquez and Frank Mir can certainly attest to that, as both were on the receiving end of his devastating punching prowess….

At present, Junior dos Santos presides over the UFC’s heavyweight division with fists of steel, and former champions Cain Velasquez and Frank Mir can certainly attest to that, as both were on the receiving end of his devastating punching prowess. That said, there are still a number of Zuffa-based fighters waiting in the wings to […]

Dan Henderson’s Best Chance for Title Is Outside Light Heavyweight Division

Dan Henderson is a Hall of Famer and a former champion. But if he wants to once again be called a reigning champion, he’ll need to look outside the UFC’s light heavyweight division. That is the class where Hendo currently finds himself, and…

Dan Henderson is a Hall of Famer and a former champion. But if he wants to once again be called a reigning champion, he’ll need to look outside the UFC’s light heavyweight division. That is the class where Hendo currently finds himself, and it’s where he’ll face reigning champ Jon Jones. But even though he […]

The 12 Best Brazilian Fighters Outside the UFC

Long considered a hotbed for MMA talent, Brazil is home to some of the best fighters in the sport of MMA. Brazilian jiu-jitsu has been a stalwart in any fighter’s repertoire and it seems the country is producing black belts at will these days. Wh…

Long considered a hotbed for MMA talent, Brazil is home to some of the best fighters in the sport of MMA. Brazilian jiu-jitsu has been a stalwart in any fighter’s repertoire and it seems the country is producing black belts at will these days. While nobody will argue that the best fighters are currently under […]

UFC 143: Chris Cope Talks Sobriety and His Future Inside and Outside of the UFC

According to Chris Cope, who studied sociology and psychology at the University of California, Santa Barbara, he left the university with far more than an education. “I started drinking probably when I was 18,” recounted Cope, 28. “An…

According to Chris Cope, who studied sociology and psychology at the University of California, Santa Barbara, he left the university with far more than an education. “I started drinking probably when I was 18,” recounted Cope, 28. “And then got heavy into it when I got into college when I was 19. “My dad was […]

UFC Power Rankings: 5 Best Sports Fights of the Decade Outside the Octagon

Over the past decade we have seen some of the greatest fights in the history of the UFC. While the UFC has clearly been the center stage for fighters across the globe, it’s certainly not the only place we’ve seen exciting fights. While figh…

Over the past decade we have seen some of the greatest fights in the history of the UFC. While the UFC has clearly been the center stage for fighters across the globe, it’s certainly not the only place we’ve seen exciting fights. While fighting outside of the Octagon does not occur regularly, there are some […]

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UFC Power Rankings: 5 Best Sports Fights of the Decade Outside the Octagon

MMA: The Top 5 Mixed Martial Artists Outside of the Zuffa Banner

Now that the Ultimate Fighting Championship and Strikeforce are under the same banner, 95 percent of the top-tier fighters are contracted by Zuffa. There are five individuals that stand out who are currently not employed by either the UFC or Strikeforc…

Now that the Ultimate Fighting Championship and Strikeforce are under the same banner, 95 percent of the top-tier fighters are contracted by Zuffa. There are five individuals that stand out who are currently not employed by either the UFC or Strikeforce. Here are the top 5 mixed martial artists outside of the Zuffa banner. Begin […]

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MMA: The Top 5 Mixed Martial Artists Outside of the Zuffa Banner