UFC 161: What We Learned from Rashad Evans vs. Dan Henderson

What can we possibly learn when two veterans of the light heavyweight division face off in a fight that would determine which of them would remain near title contention and which one would likely spend the remainder of his career acting as a gatekeeper for up-and-coming talent? As it turns out, we learned plenty. Rashad […]

What can we possibly learn when two veterans of the light heavyweight division face off in a fight that would determine which of them would remain near title contention and which one would likely spend the remainder of his career acting as a gatekeeper for up-and-coming talent? As it turns out, we learned plenty. Rashad […]

Rashad Evans vs. Dan Henderson: Keys to Victory for Each Fighter

Rashad Evans and Dan Hederson both come into their UFC 161 light heavyweight tilt in need of a win to get their careers back on track.  Evans’ stock hasn’t been lower in years after an upset loss to Antonio Rogeria Nogueira. With his loss to champion Jon Jones making it two losses in a row […]

Rashad Evans and Dan Hederson both come into their UFC 161 light heavyweight tilt in need of a win to get their careers back on track.  Evans’ stock hasn’t been lower in years after an upset loss to Antonio Rogeria Nogueira. With his loss to champion Jon Jones making it two losses in a row […]

UFC 161: What’s at Stake for Rashad Evans and Dan Henderson?

It’s no secret that UFC 161, in its final form, isn’t the card Winnipeg thought it was getting when the promotion announced its debut in the city. The MMA injury epidemic first forced the cancellation of the bantamweight title main event between Renan Barao and Eddie Wineland, and then knocked the important light heavyweight rematch […]

It’s no secret that UFC 161, in its final form, isn’t the card Winnipeg thought it was getting when the promotion announced its debut in the city. The MMA injury epidemic first forced the cancellation of the bantamweight title main event between Renan Barao and Eddie Wineland, and then knocked the important light heavyweight rematch […]

UFC 161: Rashad Evans vs Dan Henderson Weight Results and Preview

The weigh-ins for Saturday’s UFC 161 fight card have come to a close, and all fighters have made weight. In less than 24 hours, the 11 contests on the card will begin, culminating with a main event between light heavyweights Rashad Evans and Dan Henderson. Even though the bout is the main event, it will […]

The weigh-ins for Saturday’s UFC 161 fight card have come to a close, and all fighters have made weight. In less than 24 hours, the 11 contests on the card will begin, culminating with a main event between light heavyweights Rashad Evans and Dan Henderson. Even though the bout is the main event, it will […]

UFC 161: Rashad Evans Focused on the Journey, Not the Destination

Every fighter competing in the UFC possesses a certain level of talent. Nevertheless, the truly great ones have something that sets them apart. In addition to a solid arsenal of skills, the best fighters bring unique intangibles which allow them to exploit even the most minimal of opportunities and push through situations where others crumble. […]

Every fighter competing in the UFC possesses a certain level of talent. Nevertheless, the truly great ones have something that sets them apart. In addition to a solid arsenal of skills, the best fighters bring unique intangibles which allow them to exploit even the most minimal of opportunities and push through situations where others crumble. […]

Rashad Evans vs. Dan Henderson: Odds and Predictions for UFC 161

Dan Henderson and Rashad Evans have had outstanding MMA careers. If they want to remain contenders in the light heavyweight division, though, they’ll have to get things turned around quickly after their recent decision losses.  At UFC 161, only one can return to the race for a shot at the 205-pound championship. The other may […]

Dan Henderson and Rashad Evans have had outstanding MMA careers. If they want to remain contenders in the light heavyweight division, though, they’ll have to get things turned around quickly after their recent decision losses.  At UFC 161, only one can return to the race for a shot at the 205-pound championship. The other may […]