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The Rising Tide: The Sky Is the Limit for UFC 165?s Khabib Nurmagomedov

Stone. Cold. Impressive. Every prospect in mixed martial arts becomes that way by earning accolades of this nature, but every now and again, one fighter will show a level of potential that deserves more than basic descriptive adjectives. In regard to surging lightweight Khabib Nurmagomedov, cliched terms barely do justice to the performances he’s displayed […]

Stone. Cold. Impressive. Every prospect in mixed martial arts becomes that way by earning accolades of this nature, but every now and again, one fighter will show a level of potential that deserves more than basic descriptive adjectives. In regard to surging lightweight Khabib Nurmagomedov, cliched terms barely do justice to the performances he’s displayed […]

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The Rising Tide: On the Grind with Ike Vallie-Flagg

In a rapidly growing sport like mixed martial arts, overnight success stories receive the quick grab in the headlines of MMA media. Talented young phenoms such as light heavyweight king Jon Jones and Brazilian pound-for-pound great Jose Aldo are heralded as the future of the sport, and their ascensions to great heights become captivating.  While […]

In a rapidly growing sport like mixed martial arts, overnight success stories receive the quick grab in the headlines of MMA media. Talented young phenoms such as light heavyweight king Jon Jones and Brazilian pound-for-pound great Jose Aldo are heralded as the future of the sport, and their ascensions to great heights become captivating.  While […]

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Korean Zombie: ‘Georges St-Pierre ‘Rising Sun’ Gi Equal to Wearing Nazi Mark’

Georges St-Pierre was almost flawless from the moment he stepped inside the cage at UFC 158, taking Nick Diaz to the ground at will early on and even out-striking his opponent for the most part to retain the welterweight championship. While St-Pierre’s fighting performance was hard to critique, the Canadian titleholder may have angered many […]

Georges St-Pierre was almost flawless from the moment he stepped inside the cage at UFC 158, taking Nick Diaz to the ground at will early on and even out-striking his opponent for the most part to retain the welterweight championship. While St-Pierre’s fighting performance was hard to critique, the Canadian titleholder may have angered many […]

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Rising Tide: Chris Camozzi Making Every Moment Count Inside the Octagon

Every fighter dreams of competing on the sport’s biggest stage. The roar of the crowd and the thrill of battle inside the Octagon help a competitor feel the validation of having finally arrived. It has a unique way of making all the sacrifices along the journey worthwhile, but what happens when that dream is realized, […]

Every fighter dreams of competing on the sport’s biggest stage. The roar of the crowd and the thrill of battle inside the Octagon help a competitor feel the validation of having finally arrived. It has a unique way of making all the sacrifices along the journey worthwhile, but what happens when that dream is realized, […]

Ronda Rousey to Star in ESPN Body Issue: Strikeforce Hottie Keeps Rising

Sports fans love a girl who can fight and put her opponents down with nothing but a vicious mindset and a quiet smile. Those same qualities have helped put many sexy athletes on the map, and we believe it’s time for Ronda Rousey to truly get noti…

Sports fans love a girl who can fight and put her opponents down with nothing but a vicious mindset and a quiet smile. Those same qualities have helped put many sexy athletes on the map, and we believe it’s time for Ronda Rousey to truly get noticed.  And apparently so do the folks over at […]

UFC: Interview with UFC Rising Prospect Daniel “Danny Boy” Downes

“Danny Boy” Downes is a young, hungry up-and-coming fighting out of the Roufusport camp in Wisconsin.  The 25-year-old fighter was born in Chicago and moved to Wisconsin after college to train and pursue a career as a mixed martial art…

“Danny Boy” Downes is a young, hungry up-and-coming fighting out of the Roufusport camp in Wisconsin.  The 25-year-old fighter was born in Chicago and moved to Wisconsin after college to train and pursue a career as a mixed martial artist.  Downes fought twice in the WEC before that company was absorbed in the UFC last […]

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UFC: Interview with UFC Rising Prospect Daniel “Danny Boy” Downes