Tag: Styles

Lyoto Machida and the 5 Most Awkward Styles in the UFC Right Now

If variety is the spice of life, then these fighters are very, very spicy. And we should be thankful for these guys (spoiler: and gal). If we just had a bunch of wrestle-boxers and jiu-jitsu and muay thai, then, well, things would become a little blander. It would be a mashed-potato sandwich on white, hold […]

If variety is the spice of life, then these fighters are very, very spicy. And we should be thankful for these guys (spoiler: and gal). If we just had a bunch of wrestle-boxers and jiu-jitsu and muay thai, then, well, things would become a little blander. It would be a mashed-potato sandwich on white, hold […]

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TUF Nations Episode 2 Recap: Styles Clash Inside the Octagon

The Ultimate Fighter Nations: Team Canada vs. Team Australia debuted its second episode Wednesday evening, featuring a classic clash of styles inside the Octagon.  Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt Zein Saliba represented Team Australia opposite of Elias Theodorou, an undefeated kickboxer flying the colors of Team Canada.  The bout was hyped as Type A vs. Type […]

The Ultimate Fighter Nations: Team Canada vs. Team Australia debuted its second episode Wednesday evening, featuring a classic clash of styles inside the Octagon.  Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt Zein Saliba represented Team Australia opposite of Elias Theodorou, an undefeated kickboxer flying the colors of Team Canada.  The bout was hyped as Type A vs. Type […]

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5 MMA Fighters with the Most Judge-Friendly Styles

As much as the MMA community prefers knockouts, submissions and exciting fights, a strong point-fighting style is oftentimes a solid mean to an end.  Of course, fighting for a decision is sometimes described as “fighting not to lose,” or “just getting by.” And we’ve seen plenty of controversial decisions over the years in mixed martial […]

As much as the MMA community prefers knockouts, submissions and exciting fights, a strong point-fighting style is oftentimes a solid mean to an end.  Of course, fighting for a decision is sometimes described as “fighting not to lose,” or “just getting by.” And we’ve seen plenty of controversial decisions over the years in mixed martial […]

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‘Styles Make Fights’: The 5 Most Stylish Fighters in the UFC

It’s one of the most time-honored truisms in MMA: “Styles make fights.”  Fans may differ on what exactly defines a truly great cage fight—some lean towards evenly matched contests in which either combatant may emerge victorious, others enjoy the spectacle of seeing a mismatch unfold before their very eyes. Whatever the inclination may be, few would […]

It’s one of the most time-honored truisms in MMA: “Styles make fights.”  Fans may differ on what exactly defines a truly great cage fight—some lean towards evenly matched contests in which either combatant may emerge victorious, others enjoy the spectacle of seeing a mismatch unfold before their very eyes. Whatever the inclination may be, few would […]

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10 Most Effective UFC Fighting Styles

Frankie Edgar, Cain Velasquez, BJ Penn and Den Henderson. These are just a handful of the fighters that have made the UFC the global brand that it is today. The sport continues to explode in popularity, and that expansion has also seen an increase in t…

Frankie Edgar, Cain Velasquez, BJ Penn and Den Henderson. These are just a handful of the fighters that have made the UFC the global brand that it is today. The sport continues to explode in popularity, and that expansion has also seen an increase in the variety of styles that are displayed in the Octagon.  […]

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10 Most Effective UFC Fighting Styles