Glover Teixeira vs. Phil Davis: Keys to Victory for Each Fighter

UFC 179‘s co-main event features No. 4-ranked light heavyweight contender Glover Teixeira against No. 6-ranked Phil Davis. Teixeira returns to action for the first time since his failed bid at the title against Jon Jones, and Davis is coming off a loss to Anthony Johnson. This is a big matchup for both contenders and their […]

UFC 179‘s co-main event features No. 4-ranked light heavyweight contender Glover Teixeira against No. 6-ranked Phil Davis. Teixeira returns to action for the first time since his failed bid at the title against Jon Jones, and Davis is coming off a loss to Anthony Johnson. This is a big matchup for both contenders and their […]

Glover Teixeira Looking to Get Back on Track Against Phil Davis at UFC 179

A fighter’s success is what helps them elevate their profile and earn bigger opportunities, but oftentimes, setbacks and adversity show the true measure of who they really are. When Glover Teixeira steps into the Octagon to face Phil Davis this weekend at UFC 179, it will be the first time he’s entered a fight coming off […]

A fighter’s success is what helps them elevate their profile and earn bigger opportunities, but oftentimes, setbacks and adversity show the true measure of who they really are. When Glover Teixeira steps into the Octagon to face Phil Davis this weekend at UFC 179, it will be the first time he’s entered a fight coming off […]

Glover Teixeira on Jon Jones Ahead of UFC 172: ‘I Don’t Really Worry About Him’

UFC light heavyweight title challenger Glover Teixeira oozes confidence, and why not? Teixeira is 22-2 in his professional career, and his last loss came nine years ago in March 2005 against current UFC middleweight Ed “Short Fuse” Herman.  Since that time, Teixeira has unleashed a 20-fight winning streak, including a five-fight run against the sport’s […]

UFC light heavyweight title challenger Glover Teixeira oozes confidence, and why not? Teixeira is 22-2 in his professional career, and his last loss came nine years ago in March 2005 against current UFC middleweight Ed “Short Fuse” Herman.  Since that time, Teixeira has unleashed a 20-fight winning streak, including a five-fight run against the sport’s […]

UFC: Alexander Gustafsson to Receive Winner of Jon Jones vs. Glover Teixeira

Alexander Gustafsson‘s performance against Jimi Manuwa at UFC Fight Night 37 impressed his bosses, and they’ve rewarded the Swede for his efforts.  According to the UFC on Fox Twitter account, Gustafsson‘s second-round knockout victory earned him a title shot in his next outing, as he has been promised the winner of April 26′s UFC 172 […]

Alexander Gustafsson‘s performance against Jimi Manuwa at UFC Fight Night 37 impressed his bosses, and they’ve rewarded the Swede for his efforts.  According to the UFC on Fox Twitter account, Gustafsson‘s second-round knockout victory earned him a title shot in his next outing, as he has been promised the winner of April 26′s UFC 172 […]

Jon Jones Talks ‘Humbling’ Gustafsson Fight, Gameplan for Glover Teixeira

As the pound-for-pound best fighter on the planet, UFC light heavyweight phenom Jon Jones is at the forefront of today’s mixed martial arts scene. Since his promotional debut back in 2008, “Bones” has ran through the competition en route to defending the 205-pound crown a record-setting six times.  He’s been one of the most dominant […]

As the pound-for-pound best fighter on the planet, UFC light heavyweight phenom Jon Jones is at the forefront of today’s mixed martial arts scene. Since his promotional debut back in 2008, “Bones” has ran through the competition en route to defending the 205-pound crown a record-setting six times.  He’s been one of the most dominant […]

Glover Teixeira: Brain Injuries Usually Occur in the Gym, Not During Fights

Upcoming UFC light heavyweight title challenger Glover Teixeira believes that mixed martial artists suffer the majority of their brain injuries during training, as opposed to during scraps inside the cage.  Speaking one-on-one with MMA Fighting’s Luke Thomas, the Brazilian slugger expressed his opinion on the dangers of combat sports.  The way people train is the […]

Upcoming UFC light heavyweight title challenger Glover Teixeira believes that mixed martial artists suffer the majority of their brain injuries during training, as opposed to during scraps inside the cage.  Speaking one-on-one with MMA Fighting’s Luke Thomas, the Brazilian slugger expressed his opinion on the dangers of combat sports.  The way people train is the […]