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Trainer: Kim Did Not Have Heart Attack While Weight Cutting
sherdog.com — South Korean fighter Yoon Young Kim appears not to have suffered a heart attack while weigh-cutting, as... was rumored last Friday. (more) Trainer: Kim Did Not Have Heart Attack While Weight Cutting
WWE - Ian Clark's Raw Recap w/ STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN! starts at 9:15 EST
angrymarks.com — WWE - Ian Clark's Raw Recap w/ STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN! starts at 9:15 EST (Posted by... Ian Clark) Tonight's special guest host will be none other than the legendary Stone Cold Steve Austin! Also, tonight is Wrestlemania Rewind night, featuring rematches from Wrestlemanias gone by, ... (more) WWE - Ian Clark's Raw Recap w/ STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN! ...
Versus MMA Returns to Direct TV
sherdog.com — The Versus Network, which broadcasts World Extreme Cagefighting events, returned to Direct TV on Monday, following the... resolution of a six-month contract dispute between Comcast, which owns Versus, and the satellite television carrier. (more) Versus MMA Returns to Direct TV
WWE Announces Gorgeous George Induction to WWE Hall of Fame
angrymarks.com — WWE Announces Gorgeous George Induction to WWE Hall of Fame (Posted by Stevie J) WWE Announces Gorgeous... George Induction to WWE Hall of Fame (more) WWE Announces Gorgeous George Induction to WWE Hall of Fame
Bellator Announces Signing of Roger Huerta, Debut Set for April 8
Bellator Announces Signing of Roger Huerta, Debut Set for April 8
mmafrenzy.com — Bellator today officially announced that it has signed lightweight UFC veteran Roger Huerta, who will compete in... the promotion’s upcoming 155-pound tournament and debut at Bellator’s season two premiere on April 8 in Hollywood, Florida. The terms of the deal, which was first ... (more) Bellator Announces Signing of Roger Huerta, Debut Set ...
Changes Result in Reinvigorated Florian
sherdog.com — After reshaping his training staff, Kenny Florian rebounded nicely from his tough loss to lightweight kingpin B.J.... Penn in December with a submission of Clay Guida . He looks to carry forward the momentum from the stoppage when he takes on former Pride ace Takanori Gomi at Ultimate Fight ... (more) Changes Result in Reinvigorated Florian
GSP Training Like a 'Maniac' for Hardy
sherdog.com — Georges St. Pierre says he's training like a maniac for Dan Hardy .... (more) GSP Training Like a 'Maniac' for Hardy
Who is watching Pacman tonight? HBO says almost none of you
Who is watching Pacman tonight? HBO says almost none of you
mmainterplay.com — There’s still a bizarre dynamic between boxing and mixed martial arts. For some reason many boxing head... honchos still view MMA as the enemy. Some like Bob Arum even lash out at the growing fanbase by saying the fighters “roll around like homosexuals” and the followers are ... (more) Who is watching Pacman tonight? HBO says almost none of you
Ibarra: Toney’s ‘A Guy That Can Do It’
sherdog.com — James Toney . Few men or women in MMA have elicited such a vehement reaction from fans.... (more) Ibarra: Toney’s ‘A Guy That Can Do It’
Chuck Liddell vs. Rich Franklin Reported for UFC April 17th Event to Counter Strikeforce
Chuck Liddell vs. Rich Franklin Reported for UFC April 17th Event to Counter Strikeforce
bloodyelbow.com — Zuffa credentialed  Fighters Only  has the story: Chuck Liddell will be fighting Rich Franklin in his next... bout and not rival TUF 11 coach Tito Ortiz, Fighters Only has heard from a reliable source. The switch was initially reported to us just under two weeks ago but was only a ... (more) Chuck Liddell vs. Rich Franklin Reported for UFC April ...
End Of Week Wrap-Up From NYC
End Of Week Wrap-Up From NYC
mmaconvert.com — What’s up everyone? Still in New York City, but found a little time tonight to catch up... on what’s been going on in the world of mixed martial arts the past two days. The short answer is not much, but I’ll dump a bunch of links below in case you missed any of the news.  ... (more) End Of Week Wrap-Up From NYC
Additional Bouts Bolster WEC 48
sherdog.com — World Extreme Cagefighting featherweight mainstay Cub Swanson will meet Korean prospect Chan Sung Jung in a preliminary... matchup at WEC 48 “Aldo vs. Faber” on April 24 (more) Additional Bouts Bolster WEC 48
Chuck Liddell Explains Reebok Naked Viral Marketing Campaign On Jimmy Kimmel
Chuck Liddell Explains Reebok Naked Viral Marketing Campaign On Jimmy Kimmel
mmaforreal.com — Obviously the video consists of Liddell talking about the viral campaign for Reebok, but I also wanted... to re-visit the excellent fanpost we discussed earlier this week .  I know the videos were used to illustrate the differences in Liddell's speech, and you can tell there's ... (more) Chuck Liddell Explains Reebok Naked Viral Marketing ...
Combat Sports Preview: Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey
Combat Sports Preview: Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey
bloodyelbow.com — View full size photo » Saturday night one of boxing pound-for-pound kings, Manny Pacquiao, will tangle with... Joshua Clottey in one of the biggest events of the boxing year.  While clearly it isn't the clash many were hoping ... (more) Combat Sports Preview: Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey
Poll:  Is It OK For MMA Fans To Boo?
Poll: Is It OK For MMA Fans To Boo?
mmaforreal.com — UFC Lightweight Clay Guida View full size photo » LOL!  That title makes me laugh, but I... was just reading a quote from UFC lightweight Clay Guida as he appeared on the MMAJunkie Radio Show .  ... (more) Poll: Is It OK For MMA Fans To Boo?
Sherdog.com’s Pound-for-Pound Top 10
sherdog.com — It has been a slow start for MMA’s pound-for-pound elite in 2010. However, the first time a... divisional leader stepped into the cage this year, spoilage was on the menu. Brian Bowles quickly, deftly climbed from rung to rung in the bantamweight division (more) Sherdog.com’s Pound-for-Pound Top 10
Pacquiao-Clottey weigh-in webcast
Pacquiao-Clottey weigh-in webcast
insidefighting.com — Top Rank.com will provide a full coverage on a live stream broadcast of the Manny Pacquiao vs.... Joshua Clottey weigh-in at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Friday, March 12. The live broadcast will begin 6 pm eastern/3 pm pacific on Top Rank’s new, revamped website. Michael Buffer ... (more) Pacquiao-Clottey weigh-in webcast
Live Jordan Breen Chat (3 p.m. ET)
sherdog.com — Sherdog.com's Jordan Breen will host his weekly live mixed martial arts chat on Friday at 3 p.m.... ET. Breen tackled all topics MMA related, including the upcoming Versus-televised UFC card headlined by a light heavyweight showdown pitting Jon Jones against Brandon Vera. (more) Live Jordan Breen Chat (3 p.m. ET)
Hess, Loeffler Join Bellator Middleweights
sherdog.com — Jared Hess and Sean Loeffler have signed on for Bellator Fighting Championships’ second season middleweight tournament, the... promotion announced Wednesday. (more) Hess, Loeffler Join Bellator Middleweights
UFC 112: Invincible Trailer  Click here for the full card.  UFC 112: Invincible coverage
UFC 112: Invincible Trailer Click here for the full card. UFC 112: Invincible coverage
bloodyelbow.com — UFC 112: Invincible Trailer Click here for the full card. UFC 112: Invincible coverage... (more) UFC 112: Invincible Trailer Click here for the full ...
UFC 111's Dan Hardy says "visual stimulus" to blame for poster's tattoo removal
UFC 111's Dan Hardy says "visual stimulus" to blame for poster's tattoo removal
mmajunkie.com — Take a look at a recent UFC 111 event poster. See anything missing? Dan Hardy, one half... of the pay-per-view event's main draw, is missing the tattoos sprawled across his stomach. His trademark red Mohawk is gone. By contrast, his opponent, welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre, retains a ... (more) UFC 111's Dan Hardy says "visual stimulus" to blame for ...
Cain Velasquez: I’m Ready for Brock Lesnar
Cain Velasquez: I’m Ready for Brock Lesnar
mmafrenzy.com — Fresh off his first-round knockout of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira at last month’s UFC 110, heavyweight contender Cain... Velasqeuz recently talked with MMA Fighting about a potential fight with champion Brock Lesnar: “Yes. I’m ready. I think I’ve been ready for a while. ... (more) Cain Velasquez: I’m Ready for Brock Lesnar
Mass Approves Double Weigh-ins, Could Change
sherdog.com — The newly formed Massachusetts State Athletic Commission has approved placeholder regulations that limit the number of pounds... a fighter can gain between a pre-fight weigh-in and fight night. (more) Mass Approves Double Weigh-ins, Could Change
UFC on Versus 1 Fight Card Set for “Vera vs. Jones” on March 21
UFC on Versus 1 Fight Card Set for “Vera vs. Jones” on March 21
mmafrenzy.com — After a matchup between middleweight sluggers Alessio Sakara and James Irvin finished the main card for “UFC... on Versus: Vera vs. Jones” on Tuesday, the March 21 fight card in Broomfield, Coloradio is now complete following the official addition of Duane “Bang” Ludwig ... (more) UFC on Versus 1 Fight Card Set for “Vera vs. Jones” on ...
UFC Completes Card for Versus Debut
sherdog.com — Duane Ludwig will meet promotional newcomer Darren Elkins , a late replacement for an injured Spencer Fisher... , in a preliminary lightweight match at UFC on Versus 1 on March 21 at the 1st Bank Center in Broomfield, Colo. (more) UFC Completes Card for Versus Debut
GSP: "I am the most confident I have ever been"
fightersonlymagazine.co.uk — Georges St. Pierre will be seen warning Dan Hardy that he is the most confident he has... ever been when UFC Primetime: St. Pierre vs. Hardy begins airing... (more) GSP: "I am the most confident I have ever been"
Brendan Schaub announced as third bonus character for "UFC Undisputed 2010"
Brendan Schaub announced as third bonus character for "UFC Undisputed 2010"
mmajunkie.com — Video game retailer GameStop announced today that "The Ultimate Fighter 10" finalist Brendan Schaub (5-1 MMA, 0-1... UFC) is the third of four playable bonus characters in the forthcoming "UFC Undisputed 2010" title. Jones joins James McSweeney and Marcus Jones as the three officially announced ... (more) Brendan Schaub announced as third bonus character for ...
Martin Kampmann vs. Paulo Thiago In The Works for UFC 115 in June
Martin Kampmann vs. Paulo Thiago In The Works for UFC 115 in June
mmafrenzy.com — A welterweight bout between Martin Kampmann and Paulo Thiago is in the works for UFC 115, as... the The Las Vegas Sun reports that the 170-pound contenders have agreed to fight at the June 12 event in Vancouver. Kampmann (16-3) made his welterweight debut in 2009 with back-to-back wins over ... (more) Martin Kampmann vs. Paulo Thiago In The Works for UFC ...
Crystal Smith, owen lopez, Sam and 16 more joined Urijah Faber
urijahfaber.com — Crystal Smith , owen lopez , Sam and 16 more joined Urijah Faber 13 more…... (more) Crystal Smith, owen lopez, Sam and 16 more joined Urijah ...
Undefeated Boxer BJ Flores Signs with Shine Fights for MMA Debut
Undefeated Boxer BJ Flores Signs with Shine Fights for MMA Debut
mmafrenzy.com — Undefeated WBO NABO cruiserweight champion BJ Flores is likely to become the latest boxer to make the... jump to mixed martial arts, agreeing to a non-exclusive, multi-fight contract with upstart Shine Fights after fielding offers from several promotions, according to MMA Mania . He follows ... (more) Undefeated Boxer BJ Flores Signs with Shine Fights for ...
Strikeforce, M-1 Deal Close; Fedor Back in June
sherdog.com — Strikeforce and M-1 Global are in the final stages of signing off on a revised deal that... will see the two organizations co-promote additional events together in the U.S. in 2010. When finalized, the re-bolstered business relationship will also signal the return of Fedor Emelianenko (more) Strikeforce, M-1 Deal Close; Fedor Back in June
Kimbo Slice vs. Matt Mitrione Announced for UFC 113 on May 8
Kimbo Slice vs. Matt Mitrione Announced for UFC 113 on May 8
mmafrenzy.com — ??? Rumors that Kimbo Slice could be pulled from UFC 113 to headline UFC Fight Night 22,... a likely April 17 event on Spike TV opposite Strikeforce’s return to CBS, were dismissed today, as an expected matchup with fellow Ultimate Fighter 10 castmember Matt Mitrone was officially announced ... (more) Kimbo Slice vs. Matt Mitrione Announced for UFC 113 on May 8
Fedor not fighting Werdum in May, Strikeforce/M-1 working on new deal
fightersonlymagazine.co.uk — Just one fight into their co-promotion contract and multi-fight agreement with Fedor Emelianenko, Strikeforce and M-1 Global... are revising their deal. According... (more) Fedor not fighting Werdum in May, Strikeforce/M-1 ...
5 Bouts Booked for WEC 48
sherdog.com — Anthony Njokuani will collide with Shane Roller in a pivotal battle between World Extreme Cagefighting lightweights at... WEC 48 “Aldo vs. Faber” on April 24 at the Arco Arena in Sacramento, Calif. Five fights are now official for the promotion’s landmark debut on pay-per-view. (more) 5 Bouts Booked for WEC 48
WEC 47 Payouts: Benavidez Earns $39,000
sherdog.com — Joseph Benavidez earned an event-high $39,000 for his second-round guillotine over former bantamweight king Miguel Torres at... WEC 47 “Bowles vs. Cruz ” Saturday at the Nationwide Arena, according to figures released Monday by the Ohio State Athletic Commission. (more) WEC 47 Payouts: Benavidez Earns $39,000
Week-in-Review: Meet the TUF 11 Cast
Week-in-Review: Meet the TUF 11 Cast
sherdog.com — The world now knows which weapons will be at the disposal of UFC hall of famer Chuck... Liddell and longtime rival Tito Ortiz on Season 11 of “The Ultimate Fighter” reality series. (more) Week-in-Review: Meet the TUF 11 Cast
Signings Strengthen Bellator Lightweight Pool
sherdog.com — Its featherweight and welterweight tournaments in place, Bellator Fighting Championships on Thursday went to work on its... lightweight draw and announced the acquisitions of Janne Tulirinta and the undefeated Chad Hinton . Terms of the deals were not disclosed. (more) Signings Strengthen Bellator Lightweight Pool
Weekend Rundown: Alessio, Wren Dominate at Ring of Fire 37
sherdog.com — UFC, Pride Fighting Championships and World Extreme Cagefighting veteran John Alessio submitted Matt Delanoit with a first-round... rear-naked choke in a featured matchup at Ring of Fire 37 “Warlords” on Friday at the Omaha Civic Auditorium in Omaha, Neb. (more) Weekend Rundown: Alessio, Wren Dominate at Ring of Fire 37
Emotional Vazquez Reflects on Biggest Win of His Career
sherdog.com — Javier “Showtime” Vazquez defeated iconic featherweight Jens Pulver at WEC 47 in Columbus, Ohio. The veteran 145... pounder discussed the emotions (more) Emotional Vazquez Reflects on Biggest Win of His Career
Annie Duke Wins 2010 Heads Up Poker Championship
rawvegas.tv — Annie “The Duchess of Poker” Duke bested a field of 64 players in the National Heads-Up Poker... Championship at Caesars Palace to become the first woman ever to win the event in its six-year history. She beat old friend Erik Seidel 3-2 in a best-of-three match to win the first place ... (more) Annie Duke Wins 2010 Heads Up Poker Championship
K4D Episode 106 - The Oscars and Stuff at 11:30 EST (on NOW)
angrymarks.com — K4D Episode 106 - The Oscars and Stuff at 11:30 EST (on NOW) (Posted by Stevie J)... Time for another new K4D - that's right it's Episode 106 - The Oscars and Stuff ! In mrob 's own words, "I have no idea what this show will be about but it should be a good one!" During any live ... (more) K4D Episode 106 - The Oscars and Stuff at 11:30 EST (on NOW)
Is The UFC Going Too Freakshow With James Toney and Kimbo Slice?
Is The UFC Going Too Freakshow With James Toney and Kimbo Slice?
bloodyelbow.com — This photoshop from WatchKalibRun's hilarious WKR Imagines the Signing of James Toney piece seems to sum up... where Dana White's head has been at lately. View full size photo » Ben Fowlkes  has an ... (more) Is The UFC Going Too Freakshow With James Toney and ...
WWE & TNA - RVD Discusses Both Brands, Image Control & More
angrymarks.com — WWE & TNA - RVD Discusses Both Brands, Image Control & More (Posted by Stevie J) Mr.... PPV himself, The Whole F'n Show, Rob (thumbs) Van (thumbs) Dam (thumbs) discusses WWE & TNA, including how opening one door would shut another, wanting full image control, whether or not TNA ... (more) WWE & TNA - RVD Discusses Both Brands, Image Control & More
Pics: Brian Bowles Breaks Hand, Miguel Torres Cut in WEC 47 Losses
Pics: Brian Bowles Breaks Hand, Miguel Torres Cut in WEC 47 Losses
mmafrenzy.com — Former bantamweight champion Brian Bowles suffered a broken hand with his first punch in an unsuccessful title... defense against Dominick Cruz, which headlined Saturday’s WEC 47, while former title-holder Miguel Torres was handed his second-straight loss by Joseph Benavidez, who gashed him ... (more) Pics: Brian Bowles Breaks Hand, Miguel Torres Cut in WEC ...
Reed Harris on WEC 47
Reed Harris on WEC 47
sherdog.com — WEC General Manager Reed Harris discussed WEC 47 with Sherdog.com. Harris broke down the performances of Dominick... Cruz , Joseph Benavidez and more. (more) Reed Harris on WEC 47
Following WEC 47 loss, Jens Pulver's retirement likely permanent this time
Following WEC 47 loss, Jens Pulver's retirement likely permanent this time
mmajunkie.com — COLUMBUS, Ohio - Saturday's post-WEC 47 press conference essentially served as a going-away party for Jens Pulver.... The MMA trailblazer and superstar returned from a short-lived retirement and dropped a submission loss to Javier Vazquez during the WEC's Ohio debut at Nationwide Arena in ... (more) Following WEC 47 loss, Jens Pulver's retirement likely ...
Benavidez Called Guillotine Against Torres
sherdog.com — Joseph Benavidez says he called his shot against Miguel Torres at WEC 47. Watch the bantamweight contender... analyze his performance in Columbus, Ohio. (more) Benavidez Called Guillotine Against Torres
Cruz Lacks No Confidence in Possible Benavidez Rematch
sherdog.com — Dominick Cruz told Sherdog.com’s TJ De Santis that he feels he can beat possible No. 1 contender... Joseph Benavidez nine out of 10 times. (more) Cruz Lacks No Confidence in Possible Benavidez Rematch
Santiago Outpoints Khalidov at SRC 12
Santiago Outpoints Khalidov at SRC 12
sherdog.com — TOKYO -- Jorge Santiago avenged his November 2009 loss to Polish MMA standout Mamed Khalidov in the... main event of Sengoku Raiden Championship 12 on Sunday, retaining his middleweight title after a close five rounder. (more) Santiago Outpoints Khalidov at SRC 12
WEC 47 Bonuses: Pettis, Benavidez, Garcia, Roop Hit Paydirt
WEC 47 Bonuses: Pettis, Benavidez, Garcia, Roop Hit Paydirt
sherdog.com — World Extreme Cagefighting lightweight prospect Anthony Pettis can pay some bills thanks to one beautiful head kick.... (more) WEC 47 Bonuses: Pettis, Benavidez, Garcia, Roop Hit Paydirt
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