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Chuck Liddell’s Downfall: The Life-Changing Knockouts That Propelled Rashad Evans and Rampage Jackson to Stardom

Chuck Liddell’s Downfall: The Life-Changing Knockouts That Propelled Rashad Evans and Rampage Jackson to Stardom The knockouts of Chuck Liddell by Rashad Evans and Quinton “Rampage” Jackson were pivotal moments in mixed martial arts…

The knockouts of Chuck Liddell by Rashad Evans and Quinton “Rampage” Jackson were pivotal moments in mixed martial arts history. Altering the careers of the fighters involved and also marking significant shifts in the UFC landscape.

How Knocking Out Chuck Liddell Transformed the Careers of Rashad Evans and Rampage Jackson

On May 26, 2007, at UFC 71, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson faced Chuck Liddell in a highly anticipated rematch. Their first encounter had occurred in PRIDE in 2003, where Rampage defeated Liddell via TKO. At UFC 71, Liddell was defending his light heavyweight title and seeking redemption.

However, Rampage ended the fight quickly, knocking out Liddell just 90 seconds into the first round with a powerful hook followed by ground strikes. This victory crowned Jackson as the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion and marked a turning point in his career, bringing him mainstream recognition. The fight also elevated the UFC’s popularity, with extensive media coverage and increased attention from mainstream sports outlets.

On September 6, 2008, at UFC 88: Breakthrough, Rashad Evans faced off against Chuck Liddell in Atlanta, Georgia. Liddell was considered a favorite going into the fight due to his legendary status and striking power. However, Evans delivered one of the most shocking knockouts in MMA history during the second round.

At 1:51 of Round 2, Evans landed a perfectly timed overhand right that knocked Liddell unconscious instantly. This victory earned Evans the “Knockout of the Night” bonus and propelled him into title contention. For Liddell, however, this loss marked a decline in his career, as it was one of several knockout defeats that followed.

Speaking with each other on a podcast, Rashad Evans and Quinton “Rampage” Jackson explained how knocking out UFC icon Chuck Liddell had transformed their lives. Evans explained:

“Once I started to get on the scene, started to experience that life and hang out, you know, I lost my mind for a little bit. You know what I’m saying? Because it’s such a different way of living. I was working as a security guard in a hospital, so going from that to being able to buy what you want, have all kinds of different experiences—you know what I’m saying?—it kind of took me off a little bit.”

Jackson added:

“Yeah, it’s a different thing. My thing is, I couldn’t get used to it. Now I’m hanging out with my friends, and I’ve got dudes trying to buy me drinks every time I go out. That was the part I couldn’t get used to.”

Rashad Evans and Quinton “Rampage” Jackson are set to have a boxing match later this year.

I Had No Idea She Was a Porn Star! Rampage Jackson on His Adult Film Dating Surprise

Former UFC champion and MMA legend Quinton Rampage Jackson recently shared a wild story about a night out that…

Former UFC champion and MMA legend Quinton Rampage Jackson recently shared a wild story about a night out that took an unexpected turn. Speaking candidly, Jackson recalled meeting a woman at a bar, hitting it off, and even exchanging numbers—only to later discover she was an adult film star.

Rampage Jackson And the Adult Film Star

According to Jackson, the night started casually as he and his group, which included his manager Tiki Ghosn, were out socializing and having drinks. At some point, Rampage Jackson and a young lady hit it off and exchanged numbers. Later on, they were hanging out and Tiki seemed to recognize the woman but couldn’t immediately place her. Rampage Jackson, on his podcast, explained:

“I met this hot-ass, uh, chick—she looked Asian or some, and we hit it off and stuff like that. At the end of the night, she gave me a kiss and gave me her phone number… We were chilling and getting drinks later at the bar, and Tiki was like, “I know this girl from somewhere” …

“She was like, “You really don’t know who I am?” I’m like, “Hell no, I don’t know who you are.” She said, “I’m a porn star.” I was like, “Shut the F* up! What’s your name?” She told me her porn name, and I went back and told Tiki . He said, “Yeah!” … Then she got into a conversation where she said she wanted to date me ’cause she was like, “Look, we’ve been having fun.””

That’s when she directly asked Jackson, “You really don’t know who I am?”Jackson admitted he had no idea. That’s when she revealed she was a porn star, a revelation that left Jackson stunned. He immediately asked for her stage name, then went back to confirm the news with Tiki who apparently recognized her right away.

This was revealed in a conversation with MMA fighter Rob McCullough who had married adult film actress Lexxi Tyler.

While Rampage Jackson didn’t disclose the woman’s identity, he mentioned that the conversation eventually turned more personal, with the woman expressing interest in dating him, citing how much fun they had together. The story has since sparked curiosity among fans, leaving many wondering who the mystery adult film star might have been. Fans speculate from Asa Akira to Mia Khalifa and everyone in between.

Demetrious Johnson Explains Why Jon Jones Would Be a Terrible Partner in a Street Fight

Jon Jones is perhaps the greatest mixed martial artist on the planet, but Demetrious Johnson thinks he’d be terrible…

Jon Jones is perhaps the greatest mixed martial artist on the planet, but Demetrious Johnson thinks he’d be terrible backup in a street fight.

During a recent appearance on Johnson’s MightyCast podcast, former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson got into a few hypotheticals with the flyweight great, one of them being which MMA fighter you would want on your side in a street fight. Understandably, ‘Rampage’ quickly named the two pound-for-pound best fighters in the world today, undisputed heavyweight champion Jon Jones and lightweight titleholder Islam Makhachev.

“If I’m finna go into this dark alley, you know what I’m saying, and they say you can have one person with you to help you fight, I’m gonna say Jon Jones,” Jackson said. “I’m not gonna say Islam, you know what I’m saying. That’s me, what I think.”

However, Johnson was quick to disagree. Particularly when it comes to ‘Bones’ whom he suggested would probably turn on you and join the other side in stealing all your stuff.

“I don’t know, man,” Johnson said. “I think you’re picking the wrong person. I think Jon Jones might rob you and join sides with the other guys.”

Of course, Demetrious Johnson’s comment is a clear reference to the slew of legal troubles ‘Bones’ has found himself in over the years, the most recently being a situation where he allegedly threatened to kill a drug tester who was dispatched to his house to collect a sample in March 2024.

‘DJ’ Dubs Francis Ngannou, not Jon Jones, the best heavyweight in MMA

It’s certainly not the first time ‘Mighty Mouse’ has thrown some shade at Jones. Shortly after seeing ‘Bones’ dispatch Stipe Miocic at UFC 309, Johnson dubbed Francis Ngannou the best heavyweight in the world, noting that ‘The Predator’ brutally KO’d Miocic years before Jones got there.

“I think, right now, Francis Ngannou is probably the best heavyweight in the world,” Johnson told MMA Fighting. “I truly believe that. After seeing what he did to his last opponent [Renan Ferreira], he beat Stipe, [and] knocked him out four years ago.”

Demetrious Johnson Explains Why Jon Jones Would Be a Terrible Partner in a Street Fight

Jon Jones is perhaps the greatest mixed martial artist on the planet, but Demetrious Johnson thinks he’d be terrible…

Jon Jones is perhaps the greatest mixed martial artist on the planet, but Demetrious Johnson thinks he’d be terrible backup in a street fight.

“If I’m finna go into this dark alley, you know what I’m saying, and they say you can have one person with you to help you fight, I’m gonna say Jon Jones,” Jackson said. “I’m not gonna say Islam, you know what I’m saying. That’s me, what I think.”

However, Johnson was quick to disagree. Particularly when it comes to ‘Bones’ whom he suggested would probably turn on you and join the other side in stealing all your stuff.

“I don’t know, man,” Johnson said. “I think you’re picking the wrong person. I think Jon Jones might rob you and join sides with the other guys.”

‘DJ’ Dubs Francis Ngannou, not Jon Jones, the best heavyweight in MMA

“I think, right now, Francis Ngannou is probably the best heavyweight in the world,” Johnson told MMA Fighting. “I truly believe that. After seeing what he did to his last opponent [Renan Ferreira], he beat Stipe, [and] knocked him out four years ago.”

Breaking: Rampage Jackson and Rashad Evans to Clash in the Boxing Ring Confirmed for 2025

It’s official: one of MMA’s most iconic rivalries is making a comeback, but this time, it’s in the boxing…

It’s official: one of MMA’s most iconic rivalries is making a comeback, but this time, it’s in the boxing ring. Quinton Rampage Jackson and ‘Suga’ Rashad Evans, two UFC legends and former light heavyweight champions, are set to face off later this year in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The announcement is confirmed for 2025.

Rampage Jackson vs. Rashad Evans

Rampage and Rashad’s bad blood dates back more than a decade, culminating in their clash at UFC 114 on May 29, 2010. The buildup to that fight was legendary, marked by fiery trash talk and an explosive coaching rivalry on The Ultimate Fighter. Evans emerged victorious in the octagon that night, outwrestling and outsmarting Rampage to secure a unanimous decision.

Now, 15 years later, these two are reigniting their feud in a new arena. Both fighters have exchanged words on social media, with Rampage promising a reinvention as “Rampage 2.0” and hinting that this fight is personal. Rampage Jackson said:

“It’s time to settle this once and for all,” Jackson wrote. “Rashad got me last time, but that was then—this is NOW.”

Both men have resumes that speak for themselves. Rashad Evans is a former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion and Hall of Famer who is widely regarded as one of the best fighters of his era. Known for his explosive wrestling and sharp hands. Evans boasts wins over legends like Chuck Liddell, Forrest Griffin, and Tito Ortiz. Since retiring from MMA in 2018, Evans has occasionally teased comebacks, but this fight marks his official return to competition.

Rampage Jackson is an MMA pioneer. He made his name with highlight-reel slams and knockouts during his time in Pride FC and the UFC. His 2007 knockout of Chuck Liddell to claim the UFC Light Heavyweight Title remains one of the most iconic moments in the sport’s history. Rampage’s charisma has also made him a crossover star, with acting roles in projects like The A-Team.

This fight will mark the first time either fighter steps into a boxing ring professionally, adding another layer to this match. Without the wrestling or ground game to rely on, the matchup will showcase their striking skills in their purest form.

The fight will take place in Albuquerque, New Mexico. While the exact date and venue are still under wraps, we know it will take place in 2025.

Former UFC Champion says Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira is the Right Fight, not Tom Aspinall

Interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall could be passed over again in facing heavyweight king Jon Jones, says former…

Interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall could be passed over again in facing heavyweight king Jon Jones, says former UFC champion Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson. The stoic knockout machine ‘Poatan’ Alex Pereira is the right fight according to him.

Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira

The UK-born Tom Aspinall won the UFC heavyweight interim title and has defended it since Jon Jones became champion. ‘Bones’ Jones is an all-time great in MMA due to his run at light heavyweight but vacated this title and moved to the heavyweight division. Since capturing gold, he decided to defend the title against the aged Stipe Miocic rather than Aspinall.

If it were up to Quinton ‘Rampage‘ Jackson, Jon Jones would next meet the dangerous knockout artist Alex Pereira, of Brazil. For prize fighters, according to Jackson, it’s all about the money. He explained his reasoning in an interview with Ariel Helwani. On Jon Jones, he said:

“If I were Jon, I’d go for Pereira. It’s a bigger fight, more buzz, and potentially a bigger payday. Aspinall is a great fighter, but he doesn’t have the same kind of attention or the hype that Pereira does right now. I know Dana’s trying to push the fresh matchups and get the younger guys in, but let’s be real—Jon knows how to handle business. He can fight anyone, but Pereira is the one everyone wants to see.

“If I were Jon, I’d definitely fight Pereira, not Aspinall. Jon’s been fighting for a long time, and I’m sure he can handle himself, but we know Pereira is that good. He’s definitely one of the more dangerous guys. If you’re gonna fight someone dangerous, make the most money with it.“

Fans have been long waiting for a heavyweight title unification bout between Jones and Aspinall. ‘Rampage’ Jackson says that they may have to wait a little longer.