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Jake Ellenberger Runs Down His Picks for the Top Wrestlers in MMA

If the goal of UFC 158 was to sort out the top of the welterweight division, it was a success. Well, it was mostly a success. I say mostly because while the card did set up a championship bout it also reminded us that there is another welterweight out there that seems to get overlooked […]

If the goal of UFC 158 was to sort out the top of the welterweight division, it was a success. Well, it was mostly a success. I say mostly because while the card did set up a championship bout it also reminded us that there is another welterweight out there that seems to get overlooked […]

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Georges St-Pierre and the 10 Best Functional Wrestlers in MMA

The UFC’s inception in 1993 enticed droves of hungry and talented amateur and collegiate wrestlers to step into the octagon. Flocks of hard-nosed and experienced mat wizards tried their hands at a new and intriguing sport, coined mixed martial arts by the late Jeff Blatnick, an Olympic gold medalist in wrestling in 1984 and one […]

The UFC’s inception in 1993 enticed droves of hungry and talented amateur and collegiate wrestlers to step into the octagon. Flocks of hard-nosed and experienced mat wizards tried their hands at a new and intriguing sport, coined mixed martial arts by the late Jeff Blatnick, an Olympic gold medalist in wrestling in 1984 and one […]

Daniel Cormier and the 10 Best Wrestlers in MMA

Wrestling is considered to be the strongest base in all of MMA. It allows you to control your opponent with strength, technique and strategic positioning. Commonly, wrestlers are criticized for a style of fighting known as “lay and pray,” w…

Wrestling is considered to be the strongest base in all of MMA. It allows you to control your opponent with strength, technique and strategic positioning. Commonly, wrestlers are criticized for a style of fighting known as “lay and pray,” where they control their opponent and ride out the clock in hopes of securing a victory […]

UFC Live’s Rick Story and Some of the Best Wrestlers in MMA

How many times have we heard the phrase “wrestling is the best base to have before entering MMA?” While the grinding style of some wrestlers is not always entertaining (cough, Jon Fitch, cough), it is hard to argue that it is effective. Wel…

How many times have we heard the phrase “wrestling is the best base to have before entering MMA?” While the grinding style of some wrestlers is not always entertaining (cough, Jon Fitch, cough), it is hard to argue that it is effective. Welterweight prospect Rick Story is one of many strong wrestlers looking to stake […]

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UFC Live’s Rick Story and Some of the Best Wrestlers in MMA

Seven UFC Champions Who Set the Blueprint for Defeating Wrestlers

Just last week at UFC 130, we saw the importance of using wrestling skills in winning a fight and using proper wrestling defense to avoid losing. The former was highlighted during the title-eliminator match between Clay Guida and Anthony Pettis, while …

Just last week at UFC 130, we saw the importance of using wrestling skills in winning a fight and using proper wrestling defense to avoid losing. The former was highlighted during the title-eliminator match between Clay Guida and Anthony Pettis, while the latter was showcased in the main event matchup between Rampage Jackson and Matt […]

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Seven UFC Champions Who Set the Blueprint for Defeating Wrestlers

The Best Wrestlers in Every UFC Weight Class

I recently posted an article about the best strikers in every UFC weight class. This article will cover the best wrestlers in every division. Wrestling has become one of the biggest aspects of MMA. If you do not have great wrestling or really good take…

I recently posted an article about the best strikers in every UFC weight class. This article will cover the best wrestlers in every division. Wrestling has become one of the biggest aspects of MMA. If you do not have great wrestling or really good takedown defense, you will not survive long in the sport.  With […]

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The Best Wrestlers in Every UFC Weight Class