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UFC News: Gilbert Melendez And Diego Sanchez Targeting Matchup in the Fall

A former Strikeforce champion and one of the original winners of The Ultimate Fighter are gunning for a 155-pound scrap this fall. Gilbert Melendez and Diego Sanchez are keen on meeting in the Octagon for their next fight, according to a report by Ariel Helwani for FUEL TV’s UFC Tonight. Report by @arielhelwani, @gilbertmelendez and @diegosanchezufc […]

A former Strikeforce champion and one of the original winners of The Ultimate Fighter are gunning for a 155-pound scrap this fall. Gilbert Melendez and Diego Sanchez are keen on meeting in the Octagon for their next fight, according to a report by Ariel Helwani for FUEL TV’s UFC Tonight. Report by @arielhelwani, @gilbertmelendez and @diegosanchezufc […]

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UFC: Jamie Varner Wants Diego Sanchez or Rematches with Cerrone, Lauzon

Jamie Varner‘s 2012 saw the former WEC champion rejuvenate his MMA career after going 3-1. His 2013 campaign has yet to get started. It’s a problem Varner refers to as “purgatory” for the fighter, speaking to MMA Junkie about his options for a future fight. I was hoping to get something lined up for the […]

Jamie Varner‘s 2012 saw the former WEC champion rejuvenate his MMA career after going 3-1. His 2013 campaign has yet to get started. It’s a problem Varner refers to as “purgatory” for the fighter, speaking to MMA Junkie about his options for a future fight. I was hoping to get something lined up for the […]

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Diego Sanchez: Recent Fights by Teammates Clay Guida and Carlos Condit ‘Sucked’

Greg Jackson operates one of the most highly regarded MMA gyms in the world, producing countless champions over the years.  However, the world-renowned coach has faced heavy criticism in recent years for producing “safe” fighters who l…

Greg Jackson operates one of the most highly regarded MMA gyms in the world, producing countless champions over the years.  However, the world-renowned coach has faced heavy criticism in recent years for producing “safe” fighters who look to outpoint opponents instead of looking for the finish.  Former UFC lightweight title challenger Diego Sanchez, one of […]

Diego Sanchez: 5 Possible Opponents for His Lightweight Return

After suffering a loss to B.J. Penn in a lightweight title fight in December 2009, Diego Sanchez split wins and losses in four straight decisions at welterweight. Though Sanchez performed respectably in his return to the 170-pound division, he recently…

After suffering a loss to B.J. Penn in a lightweight title fight in December 2009, Diego Sanchez split wins and losses in four straight decisions at welterweight. Though Sanchez performed respectably in his return to the 170-pound division, he recently acknowledged the fact that he might find more success at lightweight. In announcing that a […]

UFC on FX 2 Results: Thiago Alves Wants Martin Kampmann or Diego Sanchez Next

After controlling the fight for 14 minutes, it seemed as if former UFC welterweight title challenger Thiago Alves was well on his way to victory against his always-tough Xtreme Couture opponent, Martin Kampmann.  However, as “The Pitbull&#82…

After controlling the fight for 14 minutes, it seemed as if former UFC welterweight title challenger Thiago Alves was well on his way to victory against his always-tough Xtreme Couture opponent, Martin Kampmann.  However, as “The Pitbull” won yet another exchange on the feet, he went for an ill-advised takedown where Kampmann was able to […]

UFC 144 Results: Breaking Down Yoshihiro Akiyama vs. Diego Sanchez

Yoshihiro Akiyama may have not come out on top at UFC 144 but it won’t be the last time we see “Sexyama” inside the UFC’s Octagon. Akiyama impressed many fans in his welterweight debut by showcasing good takedown defense along w…

Yoshihiro Akiyama may have not come out on top at UFC 144 but it won’t be the last time we see “Sexyama” inside the UFC’s Octagon. Akiyama impressed many fans in his welterweight debut by showcasing good takedown defense along with some improved conditioning. A match-up that would provide fans with an exciting show would […]