UFC 186: Did Demetrious Johnson Just Say Something Interesting on Purpose?

There’s nothing to be gained, nothing whatsoever, from asking MMA fighters if they can beat Floyd Mayweather. When all other things are equal, that’s a life rule you can set your watch to. But for one shining moment earlier this week, the world flipped upside down. The stupidest question in MMA—and that’s not a title […]

There’s nothing to be gained, nothing whatsoever, from asking MMA fighters if they can beat Floyd Mayweather. When all other things are equal, that’s a life rule you can set your watch to. But for one shining moment earlier this week, the world flipped upside down. The stupidest question in MMA—and that’s not a title […]

Anthony Johnson: Alistair Overeem Would Hurt People in Training on Purpose

Surging UFC light heavyweight contender Anthony Johnson is no fan of ex-Strikeforce/K-1 champ Alistair Overeem, largely since he believes “The Demolition Man” would intentionally hurt people in training.  Speaking with Fighters Only magazine, “Rumble” said he isn’t surprised “The Reem” is the one who hurt 205-pound champ Jon Jones in training, also noting he’d make […]

Surging UFC light heavyweight contender Anthony Johnson is no fan of ex-Strikeforce/K-1 champ Alistair Overeem, largely since he believes “The Demolition Man” would intentionally hurt people in training.  Speaking with Fighters Only magazine, “Rumble” said he isn’t surprised “The Reem” is the one who hurt 205-pound champ Jon Jones in training, also noting he’d make […]

MMA: Understanding the UFC’s Purpose for Keeping Strikeforce Alive

What does the future truly hold for Strikeforce? It has been 13 months since UFC-parent Zuffa purchased the Strikeforce promotion. Right away, speculation ran rampant throughout the sport on exactly what the fate of Strikeforce would be. The fire sale …

What does the future truly hold for Strikeforce? It has been 13 months since UFC-parent Zuffa purchased the Strikeforce promotion. Right away, speculation ran rampant throughout the sport on exactly what the fate of Strikeforce would be. The fire sale that ensued in the months following aided in the speculation. Names like Alistair Overeem, Antonio […]