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Shogun Expects Rematch with Rampage
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson’s long-awaited return to Japan was rather disappointing, with the former PRIDE superstar missing weight and getting battered by Ryan Bader. After a lackluster fight effort against Bader at UFC 144 — due to a reported knee injury — a rematch between Rampage and Mauricio “Shogun” Rua seems possible sometime in the future. [...]
Josh Neer Puts Duane Ludwig to Sleep
Josh Neer managed to survive an early onslaught from Duane Ludwig before locking in a deep guillotine choke that put Ludwig to sleep. After the fight hit the mat, Ludwig tried to scramble and left his neck exposed to an extremely gritty veteran. Besides being rocked on the feet during an initial striking match, Neer [...]
Junior Dos Santos Near 100%
UFC heavyweight champion Junior Dos Santos is still recovering, but is reportedly close to 100% healthy. Here is what he had to say recently: “I’m feeling great about my knee already. I think another 10 days I’ll be 100-percent. “I’m training boxing, I’m lifting weights, but I can’t train jiu-jitsu yet. But I think another [...]
MMA Fighters Sound Off on Rio Fans
The UFC was greeted back to Brazil with open arms, as the Brazilian fans enthusiastically showed why the UFC should return more often. UFC heavyweight champion Junir Dos Santos’ statements regarding the Brazilian fans: “It feels so great to be with the fans in Rio. I’ve only been champion for a short time, but this [...]
Gray Maynard Enjoys Training with Jose Aldo
UFC lightweight Gray Maynard helped dominant champion Jose Aldo prepare for his latest title defense, along with enjoy some sun and fun in Brazil. Maynard reportedly spent more than three weeks at Aldo’s camp, helping the UFC featherweight champion train for his fight against Chad Mendes. Maynard called Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas his home, [...]
Fedor is First Step to Helping Revive Japanese MMA Scene
Japanese fans love Fedor Emelianenko, as the Russian fighter bounces back from a three-fight losing streak in Strikeforce. In doing so, Fedor can also help give JMMA a desperate spark needed to help rejuvenate a nation with a faltering MMA scene. Hans Thompson, HDNet commentator, noted that the most recent DREAM fight on New Year’s [...]
Cyborg Issues Statement Following Failed Drug Test
Shortly after it was announced Cris “Cyborg” Santos tested positive for a banned substance, the female MMA superstar issued an official statement. Cyborg said she doesn’t take PEDs, and directed blame towards a supplement, though didn’t identify the product used. “While I was preparing myself for my last fight I was having a difficult time [...]
Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Jardine Results
Here are the results from Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Jardine: Main Card: Luke Rockhold defeats Keith Jardine via TKO (punches) – Round 1, 4:26 Robbie Lawler defeats Adlan Amagov via TKO (knee and punches) – Round 1, 1:48 Muhammed Lawal defeats Lorenz Larkin via TKO (punches) – Round 1, 1:32 Tyron Woodley defeats Jordan Mein via [...]
Cyborg Santos Tests Positive for Anabolic Steroid
Women’s MMA superstar Cristiane “Cyborg” Santos failed a pre-fight drug test and has been stripped of her Strikeforce title. Cyborg reportedly tested positive for stanozolol — an anabolic steroid — during a urine test carried out by CSAC. The news has turned women’s MMA upside down, as Cyborg is a pound-for-pound best in a relatively [...]
Rolles Gracie Scheduled to Meet Bob Sapp
Bob Sapp will face Rolles Gracie during One FC 2 “Battle of Heroes” in Jakarta, Indonesia, later this year, it has been confirmed. Sapp remains popular among the Japanese and Asian MMA community, and it should be a major event in Indonesia. Meanwhile, Gracie said he signed to participate in the “biggest” fight of his [...]
