Tag: Take

5 Fights for Jake Shields to Take in His Return to Middleweight

After dominating the competition in Strikeforce’s middleweight division, Jake Shields made the bold choice to drop down to welterweight for his UFC debut at UFC 121. The move paid immediate dividends, as Shields was able to squeak past Martin Kam…

After dominating the competition in Strikeforce’s middleweight division, Jake Shields made the bold choice to drop down to welterweight for his UFC debut at UFC 121. The move paid immediate dividends, as Shields was able to squeak past Martin Kampmann and earn himself a shot at Georges St-Pierre in just his second UFC bout, but […]

5 Fights for Jake Shields to Take in His Return to Middleweight

After dominating the competition in Strikeforce’s middleweight division, Jake Shields made the bold choice to drop down to welterweight for his UFC debut at UFC 121. The move paid immediate dividends, as Shields was able to squeak past Martin Kam…

After dominating the competition in Strikeforce’s middleweight division, Jake Shields made the bold choice to drop down to welterweight for his UFC debut at UFC 121. The move paid immediate dividends, as Shields was able to squeak past Martin Kampmann and earn himself a shot at Georges St-Pierre in just his second UFC bout, but […]

Anderson Silva vs Chael Sonnen II Set to Take Place in Soccer Stadium on June 23

The long talked about rematch between Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen has finally received an official date and location. Silva, the longest reigning champion in UFC history, will put his title on the line against Sonnen at the Joao Havelange Stadium i…

The long talked about rematch between Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen has finally received an official date and location. Silva, the longest reigning champion in UFC history, will put his title on the line against Sonnen at the Joao Havelange Stadium in Rio de Janeiro on June 23. The soccer stadium, which hosts the Botafogo […]

Dan Henderson: Which Title Shot Should He Take?

Dan Henderson is a legend in the sport and has paved his way to championships, led by his notorious right hand. The H-Bomb certainly has brought great highlight reels to his career, but now, as time goes on, he is working to solidify his legacy as one …

Dan Henderson is a legend in the sport and has paved his way to championships, led by his notorious right hand. The H-Bomb certainly has brought great highlight reels to his career, but now, as time goes on, he is working to solidify his legacy as one of the most versatile and successful MMA fighters […]

Tim Boetsch: “I Want to Be the Guy to Take the Title from Anderson Silva”

When Chael Sonnen steps into the Octagon to challenge Anderson Silva for the UFC title, middleweight contender Tim Boetsch will be pulling for “The Spider” in hopes of one day receiving an opportunity of his own to dethrone the pound-for-po…

When Chael Sonnen steps into the Octagon to challenge Anderson Silva for the UFC title, middleweight contender Tim Boetsch will be pulling for “The Spider” in hopes of one day receiving an opportunity of his own to dethrone the pound-for-pound juggernaut. In an interview on the Sherdog Radio Network’s “Beatdown” show, Boetsch gave his thoughts […]

Urijah Faber Is New TUF Live Coach and Ready to Take Advantage of Opportunity

When you think of Urijah Faber, you think former WEC Featherweight Champion, the most popular fighter in the lower weight classes and the list goes on and on. He can now add another title to that list—coach in the Ultimate Fighter. Faber alongsid…

When you think of Urijah Faber, you think former WEC Featherweight Champion, the most popular fighter in the lower weight classes and the list goes on and on. He can now add another title to that list—coach in the Ultimate Fighter. Faber alongside UFC Bantamweight Champion Dominick Cruz are apart of the new format titled: […]