It may not be the main event of UFC on Fox 6, but there is a solid case to be made that Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone vs. Anthony “Showtime” Pettis is the most intriguing bout on the entire card. Their highly anticipated tussle not on…
It may not be the main event of UFC on Fox 6, but there is a solid case to be made that Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone vs. Anthony “Showtime” Pettis is the most intriguing bout on the entire card.
Their highly anticipated tussle not only has tremendous title implications, but it may turn out to be the most aesthetically pleasing contest we have seen for quite some time.
Both fighters possess, as Joe Rogan might say, “K-1 level striking.” Moreover, each is known for setting the kind of frenetic pace that would turn Cain Velasquez into Mark Coleman by fight’s end.
In addition, Cerrone’s copious smack-talking has added some spice to a contest that already makes a vindaloo curry look like a plate of ice cream.
So, to help kill some time between now and Saturday night, let’s take a closer look at how this fight breaks down.
Demetrious Johnson defends the UFC Flyweight Championship in the main event of UFC on FOX against John Dodson. The two quick 125-pounders will try and showcase all the talents of the division in an exciting fight.The co-main event of the evening featur…
Demetrious Johnson defends the UFC Flyweight Championship in the main event of UFC on FOX against John Dodson. The two quick 125-pounders will try and showcase all the talents of the division in an exciting fight.
The co-main event of the evening features Quinton “Rampage” Jackson in his final UFC fight. He will battle with the dangerous Glover Teixeira.
Nine other fights will come to you from the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. This is a card that will get you off your feet.
This is your preview for the sixth installment of UFC on FOX.
I had just polished off the day’s last snifter of Glover Teixeira Kool-Aid. I had donned my Glover Teixeira pajamas and was all set to clap off my Glover Teixeira floor lamp when I got to thinking: What if Glover Teixeira doesn’t beat Quinton “Rampage”…
I had just polished off the day’s last snifter of Glover Teixeira Kool-Aid. I had donned my Glover Teixeira pajamas and was all set to clap off my Glover Teixeira floor lamp when I got to thinking: What if Glover Teixeira doesn’t beat Quinton “Rampage” Jackson this Saturday at UFC on Fox 6?
That’s when I knew the demons of doubt had invaded my brain. Luckily, I know just how to drive them out. While I’m waiting for Ronda Rousey to DM me back with instructions for making an effective tin foil helmet, I’m going to list the keys to Glover Teixeira’s victory Saturday.
Did I mention that I think Glover Teixeira’s going to win? Because I do think that.
Light heavyweight champion Jon Jones is one of the most creative and ruthless fighters in the UFC, but his fighting style has drawn plenty of criticism from fans and fighters alike.Count Quinton Jackson among that group.The veteran MMA legend has an is…
Light heavyweight champion Jon Jones is one of the most creative and ruthless fighters in the UFC, but his fighting style has drawn plenty of criticism from fans and fighters alike.
The veteran MMA legend has an issue with Jones’ trademark “oblique kick” to the knee, an effective move that the champion has used to frustrate and damage many opponents.
As “Rampage” Jackson tells ESPN, he views the tactic as a move that should be banned under the current Unified Rules of Mixed Martial Arts:
It should be called the illegal kick. It should be banned and it shows a lot about the fighter’s character that he would throw it. How would he like it if somebody threw it at him and stopped him working for a year?
I thought it was an illegal move. I think spinning elbows should be illegal too because they land on the back of the head. But I appreciate a good fight, a good scrap, I just wonder which rule fighters will bend next.
Jackson found himself on the receiving end of Jones’ kicks many times during their UFC 135 title fight, as “Bones” slowed down his opponent with that attack over four rounds.
Once Jackson was reduced to limping after his opponent, Jones eventually scored the finish with a takedown and a rear-naked choke.
That same strategy might even come into play once Jones faces ChaelSonnen at UFC 159, as crippling knee strikes could hamper Sonnen‘s takedown ability.
Due to the force and unique angle of those knee strikes, fans and pundits have argued about the legality of the move, with Jackson himself telling The MMA Hour that the tactic was dishonorable.
For sake of argument, the only foul descriptors under current MMA rules that could lend credence to Jackson’s claims are”small joint manipulation” and “any unsportsmanlike conduct that causes an injury to opponent“—although the crux of the former rule is whether or not the knee qualifies as a small joint.
At least Jackson likely won’t have to worry about oblique kicks in his upcoming UFC on Fox 6 bout with Glover Teixeira, as the two are currently set to clash in the co-main event of this Saturday’s card at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois.
The sixth installment of UFC on FOX will feature two of the world’s best in John Dodson and Demetrious Johnson.These two fighters may be short in stature (both are 5’3″), but they are not short on talent. Dodson has surprising power for his size, and J…
These two fighters may be short in stature (both are 5’3″), but they are not short on talent. Dodson has surprising power for his size, and Johnson has serious grappling skills. Both of these men have incredible speed as well. All of these attributes and more add up to what should be an awesome main event.
The exciting match-ups don’t end with the main event, as we will also see Rampage Jackson take on Glover Teixeira, as well as Donald Cerrone facing off against fellow lightweight stud Anthony Pettis.
Whether it’s the title defense or any other match up on the fight card, there’s plenty of reasons to catch this free UFC event.
Donald Cerrone and Anthony Pettis will square off on Saturday night at UFC on FOX 6 in a featured lightweight bout. The two have been discussed as potential opponents for months, and a wealth of pre-fight trash talk has only served to fuel the fire beh…
Donald Cerrone and Anthony Pettis will square off on Saturday night at UFC on FOX 6 in a featured lightweight bout. The two have been discussed as potential opponents for months, and a wealth of pre-fight trash talk has only served to fuel the fire behind this intriguing collision.
Since both fighters are former mainstays of the WEC and current top-10 ranked lightweights. it’s a wonder these two didn’t meet earlier in their careers.Time however is irrelevant at this point. The past is water under the bridge, and the present is really all that matters for these two.
It’s time to fight.
Knowing the penchant of both men to stand and exchange violent strikes, it’s safe to make a couple guarantees regarding the bout: punches and kicks will be thrown.
But there’s a whole lot more to what we’re guaranteed to see come Saturday night.
