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UFC 141: Brock Lesnar vs. Alistair Overeem Predictions, Odds, Analysis and More

The UFC will return to the MGM Grand Garden Arena Friday, December 30 for its final event of 2011. And while no UFC gold will be on the line Friday night, it’s probably a safe bet that UFC 141 will attract a huge crowd both live and in terms of pay-per…

One of the main reasons to expect a solid turnout is the fact that the fight card will mark the return of Brock Lesnar to the Octagon. Lesnar has not fought since losing the UFC heavyweight title to Cain Velasquez back in October 2010. A subsequent fight with Junior dos Santos had to be scrapped after Lesnar faced a second bout of diverticulitis. Lesnar was forced to undergo surgery, putting him out of commission for a prolonged period.

Lesnar’s UFC 141 opponent will be a newcomer to the promotion —former DREAM, K-1 Grand Prix and Strikeforce champion Alistair Overeem. Overeem will enter the Octagon on an 11-fight unbeaten streak. The last time Overeem dropped an MMA bout was September 2007 when he was knocked out by Sergei Kharitonov.

The co-main event on the card will feature a lightweight battle between Nate Diaz and Donald Cerrone. Cerrone is enjoying a great 2011, going 4-0 over the course of the year and earning three “Fight of the Night” bonuses in the process.

For his part, Diaz has gone 1-2 in 2011. Despite the losing record, Diaz —much like Cerrone —is a fighter that can be counted on to deliver an exciting fight, no matter the opponent. This bout is an early favorite for Fight of the Night honors.

Also appearing on the pay-per-view portion of the card will be highly ranked welterweight Jon Fitch. Fitch, coming back from shoulder surgery, will face a fellow high level wrestler in Johny Hendricks on Friday night.

In all, UFC 141 will feature 11 fights, with the five fight pay-per-view card kicking off at 10 p.m. ET.

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UFC 141: Why Alistair Overeem Doesn’t Stand a Chance Against Brock Lesnar

On December 30th, 2011 the Ultimate Fighting Championship will close the doors on an unbelievable year that consisted of some of the greatest fights of all-time.But, before those doors are shut, one of the most hyped events in MMA history will take pla…

On December 30th, 2011 the Ultimate Fighting Championship will close the doors on an unbelievable year that consisted of some of the greatest fights of all-time.

But, before those doors are shut, one of the most hyped events in MMA history will take place as Brock Lesnar will make his return to the Octagon to take on highly regarded striker, Alistair Overeem.

Overeem, who’s never fought inside the Octagon of the UFC is the favorite leading up to their main event bout in Las Vegas, Nev.

However, as we’ve seen in the past, the favorite doesn’t always come out on top nor does he necessarily deserve to have that label.

A perfect example: Alistair Overeem.

As previously mentioned, Overeem has yet to participate at the highest level of MMA often referred to as the UFC.

While Overeem has certainly earned the right to his thick resume, he’ll have to prove he can be victorious against more than your average Strikeforce opponent.

The biggest component, at least leading up to Overeem’s showdown with Lesnar, will revolve around the takedown.

Can Lesnar take down Overeem or can Overeem stuff the Lesnar takedown?

Many believe the answer of this question will ultimately lead to the winner of their clash on December 30th.

However, it’s unusual that many fans believe that the former Division I wrestler Lesnar won’t be able to place Overeem on his back.

It’s quite possible that Lesnar will be the best wrestler Overeem’s ever had to meet as he’ll certainly look to remain on his feet as long as the fight may last.

The Lesnar critiques which state “Overeem can’t be taken down by Lesnar” have been proven to be false even before their fight begins.

Why?

Because, Overeem has been taken down several times before, against less experienced wrestlers than Lesnar.

Despite a unanimous decision victory over Fabricio Werdum earlier this year, Overeem was taken to the ground.

Overeem has also been placed on his back by Antonio “Rogerio” Nogueira, Mark Hunt and Mauricio “Shogun” Rua.

Therefore, the question of whether or not Lesnar can take Overeem to the ground isn’t really a question at all.

It will happen.

And, when it does happen, the only question that will be present is whether or not Overeem can escape or catch Lesnar as did Frank Mir at UFC 81.

If Overeem can’t escape, he’ll endure vicious elbows, body shots and power punches from Lesnar, ultimately resulting in an Overeem defeat in his Octagon debut.

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UFC 141: Could an Alistair Overeem Loss Set Up a Fedor vs. Overeem Showdown?

After kickboxing and fighting in various organizations of mixed martial arts over the course of his career, Alistair Overeem signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship earlier this year.In result, Overeem was immediately thrown in with the wolves o…

After kickboxing and fighting in various organizations of mixed martial arts over the course of his career, Alistair Overeem signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship earlier this year.

In result, Overeem was immediately thrown in with the wolves of the heavyweight division as he’ll square off with Brock Lesnar at UFC 141.

UFC 141 will take place on December 30th, 2011 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nev. beginning at 7 p.m. PT and 10 p.m. ET.

Overeem is the favorite heading into the main event of the evening at UFC 141 as he holds a significant advantage in the stand-up.

However, Lesnar is a former UFC heavyweight champion and won’t go down as easy.

As expected, Lesnar will enter in on Overeem at some point throughout the first round, looking for the double-leg takedown.

If Lesnar can successfully put Overeem on his back, it’ll be extremely difficult for the UFC newcomer to escape which could ultimately lead to Lesnar’s first win in over a year.

An Overeem loss could bring about many questions for the highly-hyped heavyweight.

Could it mean Overeem was never really that good to begin with?

Or, did the Octagon jitters get to the England-born slugger?

But, the biggest question that could await an Overeem loss would be, who is next?

And, who better to answer that question with than Fedor Emelianenko.

An Overeem loss at UFC 141 will put “The Reem” in an awful familiar situation to that of Fedor and will prove he’s not capable of competing at the highest level of mixed martial arts.

Fedor, who once dominated the sport of MMA for nearly 10 years, has recently fallen from his throne as he’s lost three of his last four fights.

Even in his recent win over Jeff Monson, Fedor wasn’t able to finish his opponent as he was declared victorious via unanimous decision.

Therefore, with two fallen and over-hyped heavyweights, what better than a 265-pound showdown for a winner-leave-town type of fight?

While certainly things would have to fall into place, could we see a Fedor vs. Overeem clash with an Overeem loss at UFC 141?

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UFC 141: Jon Fitch and Jake Shields Predict Brock Lesnar vs. Alistair Overeem

UFC 141 is just a few days away, and the main event between former UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar and former Strikeforce heavyweight champion Alistair Overeem has the MMA world buzzing with anticipation. Lesnar will enter the bout after extensiv…

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UFC 141: Jon Fitch and Jake Shields Predict Brock Lesnar vs. Alistair Overeem

Vitor Belfort’s Exclusive Training Camp For UFC 142

In anticipation of his upcoming bout against Anthony Johnson at UFC 142, Vitor Belfort has given fans an exclusive look into his training camp. “The Phenom” has already began his preparation for Johnson, and with only four weeks left, he op…

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Vitor Belfort’s Exclusive Training Camp For UFC 142

Vitor Belfort’s Exclusive Training Camp for UFC 142

In anticipation of his upcoming bout against Anthony Johnson at UFC 142, Vitor Belfort has given fans an exclusive look into his training camp.”The Phenom” has already began his preparation for Johnson, and with only four weeks left, he opened up about…

In anticipation of his upcoming bout against Anthony Johnson at UFC 142, Vitor Belfort has given fans an exclusive look into his training camp.

“The Phenom” has already began his preparation for Johnson, and with only four weeks left, he opened up about his daily routine.

In the first installment, Belfort is seen training in grappling and jiu-jitsu, as well as striking, in order to be ready for January 14th. This will be Johnson’s debut at 185 pounds.

Belfort is coming off a knockout victory over Yoshihiro Akiyama at UFC 133 earlier his year that saw the Brazilian rebound from a knockout loss to Anderson Silva at UFC 126, where both Brazilian’s met in a middleweight title bout.

Belfort is still optimistic about his chances at a title opportunity in the future, but he said he can only focus on his opponent before anything else.

“My head is on today,” Belfort told UFC.com. “Tomorrow is to take care of yourself, today is the day. So on (January 14th) is going to be the day that I’m gonna’ perform my athleticism, my technique, my performance, but if I don’t take care of today, tomorrow may not come.”

UFC 142 is scheduled for January 14th, live from the HSBC Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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