Source: http://www.mmafighting.com/news/2012/2/5/2772357/ufc-143-results-nick-diaz-vs-carlos-condit-round-3
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Saturday
Diaz vs. Miller, Barry vs. Johnson set for UFC on FOX 3
A key lightweight clash between Nate Diaz and Jim Miller will serve as the main event for UFC on FOX 3. UFC officials confirmed late yesterday that the bout will be contested over five rounds. Also announced was a heavyweight bout between Pat Barry and Lavar Johnson who are both coming off of big knockout [...]
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Source: http://www.mmainterplay.com/ufc-news/diaz-vs-miller-barry-vs-johnson-set-for-ufc-on-fox-3-56847/
Friday
?Strikeforce: Tate vs. Rousey? Main Card Set
A day before big brother UFC hosts an interim welterweight title tilt between Nick Diaz and Carlos Condit, Strikeforce tried to steal some shine by announcing the five showcase fights that will appear in their next event. “Strikeforce: Tate vs. Rousey” takes place March 3rd inside Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. Women’s bantamweight champion Miesha [...]
Source: http://www.5thRound.com/105067/strikeforce-tate-vs-rousey-main-card-set/
UFC 143: Details Of The New PPV Opening Montage, RIP Gladiator Man
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Source: http://www.mmaforum.com/ufc/99547-ufc-143-details-new-ppv-opening-montage-rip-gladiator-man.html
MFC strips Antonio McKee of title after failure to make weight for MFC 32
At a crucial time where Maximum Fighting Championship is taking strides to become one of the largest MMA organizations in the world, the news that lightweight champ Antonio McKee missed weight for his scheduled bout tonight caused the company to take immediate action. McKee, scheduled to fight Brian Cobb on the at the top of [...]
UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit Pre-Fight Press Conference Video
Source: http://www.themmanews.com/ufc-143-diaz-vs-condit-pre-fight-press-conference-video/
Hockey Fight of the Day: Chris Thorburn vs. Michael Rupp Round 2
Yesterday we looked as the Winnipeg Jets’ Chris Thornburn put a beating on the New York Rangers’ Michael Rupp. While there was no question Thornburn got the best of Rupp in the exchange, the 32-year old Rupp came looking for revenge later in the game and got into it a second time with Thornburn. Did [...]
Source: http://www.fighters.com/01/27/hockey-fight-of-the-day-chris-thorburn-vs-michael-rupp-round-2
Thursday
Tony Ferguson-Dennis Hallman set for UFC on FOX 3
According to an official announcement from the UFC, Ultimate Fighter winner Tony Ferguson will meet Dennis Hallman at UFC on FOX 3 card. The show is set for May 5 from the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Ferguson is 13-3 overall, having won his last two UFC fights after capturing the TUF 13 [...]
Source: http://fiveouncesofpain.com/2012/01/31/tony-ferguson-dennis-hallman-set-for-ufc-on-fox-3/
Johny Hendricks watching Nick Diaz-Carlos Condit closely in hopes of future title-shot
When Johny Hendricks did the previously unthinkable by knocking Jon Fitch out in December at UFC 141 he immediately thrust himself into title contention given Fitch?s previous success in the Octagon as well as his own 12-1 career mark. However, Hendricks didn?t let the performance or his record do the talking for him and quickly [...]
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UFC on FOX 2 Evans vs. Davis ? Video Highlights
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Rashad Evans will get another shot at the championship belt following a unanimous decision win over Phil Davis in the main event of UFC on FOX 2. The five round fight went the distance as Evans’ experience, striking and wrestling easily outmatched the up-and-coming Davis. Evans will face current champion [...]
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Source: http://www.mmainterplay.com/ufc-news/ufc-on-fox-2-evans-vs-davis-video-highlights-56805/
UFC on FX 1?s Three Stars: Jim Miller, Jorge Rivera and Nick Denis
The UFC's first event on FX may as well have been nickname, "Guys who need to win the get their career back on track." However, that's a bit wordy. Instead, fighters like Pat Barry and Jim Miller, who were in need of a win got back on their feet. Here are Cagewriter's Three Stars. Tell us yours in the comments or on Facebook.
No. 1 star -- Jim Miller: After losing the Ben Henderson in August, Miller needed a win to remain among the stacked lightweight division's best. He easily picked it up, choking out Melvin Guillard in just two minutes. It won him an extra $45,000 for Submission of the Night.
No. 2 star -- Jorge Rivera: Every fighter wants to leave the game on his own terms. Rivera was one of the lucky few who got to do that, winning by TKO in the second round over Eric Schaefer hours after announcing his retirement. He finished his 11-year career with 20 wins, nine losses, and a cadre of fans who admired Rivera's never say die attitude in the cage.
No. 3 star -- Nick Denis: Thankfully, the UFC replayed Denis' ballet of elbow violence after the main card, allowing fans without Fuel or Fox Deportes (a viable option for fans without Fuel) to see Denis knock out Joseph Sandoval with short elbows in just 22 seconds in the winner's UFC debut. "The Ninja of Love" walked away with an extra $45,000 for Knockout of the Night.
Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/ufc-fx-1-three-stars-jim-miller-jorge-140205469.html
Wednesday
Nick Diaz vs. Carlos Condit UFC Undisputed 3 Fight Simulation
UFC Undisputed 3 predicts who will win when Nick Diaz and Carlos Condit clash this weekend at UFC 143.
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Hockey Fight of the Day: Chris Thorburn vs. Michael Rupp Round 2
Yesterday we looked as the Winnipeg Jets’ Chris Thornburn put a beating on the New York Rangers’ Michael Rupp. While there was no question Thornburn got the best of Rupp in the exchange, the 32-year old Rupp came looking for revenge later in the game and got into it a second time with Thornburn. Did [...]
Source: http://www.fighters.com/01/27/hockey-fight-of-the-day-chris-thorburn-vs-michael-rupp-round-2
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UFC 143: Preliminary Card Things to Watch For
MMAFrenzy kicks off our coverage of UFC 143 by taking a look at the Facebook and FX preliminary cards. Writers Chris Leslie and Bryan Robison take a look at what to look for this Saturday. Check back each day this week as we break down the main card before finishing the week with the main event, a UFC welterweight interim championship bout between Nick Diaz and Carlos Condit.
Source: http://mmafrenzy.com/27395/ufc-143-undercard-things-to-watch-2/
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Tuesday
Georges St. Pierre: ?The way I see it, I am not the champion anymore on Saturday night.?
A common criticism of ?interim? champions is the belief those who wear the label are not actually in possession of a legitimate belt. However, in the case of this weekend?s UFC 143 headliner between Nick Diaz and Carlos Condit, injured title-holder Georges St. Pierre has a much different viewpoint on the matter. In his mind, [...]
Photos from UFC?s first FX event
Check out pictures from the UFC's first full event on FX from Tracy Lee. The gallery includes Pat Barry's unique celebration, Jorge Rivera's final bout and more.
Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/photos-ufc-first-fx-event-155109353.html
MFC strips Antonio McKee of title after failure to make weight for MFC 32
At a crucial time where Maximum Fighting Championship is taking strides to become one of the largest MMA organizations in the world, the news that lightweight champ Antonio McKee missed weight for his scheduled bout tonight caused the company to take immediate action. McKee, scheduled to fight Brian Cobb on the at the top of [...]
Hockey Fight of the Day: Pierre-Cedric Labrie vs. Eric Nystrom
Not all hockey fights end with a knockdown or involve a bunch of bad blood. In fact, sometimes they can be downright civil as evident when Pierre-Cedric Labrie locked horns with Eric Nystrom at last night’s game between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Dallas Stars. The two started out fast and furious but before long [...]
Source: http://www.fighters.com/01/21/hockey-fight-of-the-day-pierre-cedric-labrie-vs-eric-nystrom
Monday
Jorge Rivera goes out a winner in retirement fight at UFC on FX 1
He doesn't rank up there with the likes of Matt Hughes, Chuck Liddell and Randy Couture, but Jorge Rivera certainly did his part as one of the building blocks for the UFC.
A long-time card filler since 2003, Rivera announced earlier in the day that he was retiring following his fight tonight. He seized the opportunity to shine in his final trip to the Octagon by wearing down and eventually punching out Eric Schafer at the 1:31 mark of the second round of the final fight on the FUEL TV portion of the UFC on FX 1 card.
"I want to thank Zuffa. I want to thank Dana White, the Fertitta brothers, Burt Watson, whose voice I'm going to miss dearly in the back," Rivera told UFC play-by-play announcer Jon Anik.
Rivera then turned his attention to thanking his family and training partners. That's when he got a bit emotional.
It was nice to see the near 40-year-old make it to the cage tonight for his 15th career fight with the promotion. He nearly retired back in 2009 after the tragic passing of his daughter Jessica.
Rivera (19-9) turned pro back in 2001. He finishes with an 8-7 record in the UFC. He rose near the top of the division facing former UFC middleweight champ Rich Franklin at UFC 50. He also lost to current contender Michael Bisping. He had to overcome some rough times in his personal life when Jessica, 17, passed away after a fatal reaction to birth control medication.
"I'm grateful I fought here in front of a lot of people. It's been a real nice trip. It's been real good to me," said Rivera.
Rivera's seen the sport come a long way. In 2003, UFC pay-per-views had trouble eclipsing 50,000 buys. Tonight, between FUEL TV and FX, all 11 fights are being televised to a nationwide audience.
The victory was typical Rivera. He never panics in the cage, so even when he was getting dominated in the grappling game, Rivera stayed composed in the first round. Schafer, a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, had top control for much of the opening round, but never threatened with a submission.
Schafer (12-7-2, 3-6 UFC) is a new entry to the middleweight division. His stamina was an issue in his UFC debut fight at 185 pounds against Aaron Simpson and it happened again tonight.
"He's a strong guy. I was watching him in the back. He had a real tough [weight] cut, so I knew the longer the fight would go, he would have a harder time. And I could feel him breathing harder and harder," said Rivera.
Rivera escaped one final takedown attempt with 4:10 left in the second. With Schafer on his hands and knees, Rivera stunned him with a right uppercut. He eventually faded to the cage where he ate 23 unanswered shots. After several requests from referee Herb Dean to defend himself, Schafer didn't respond and the fight was stopped.
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Pat Barry: ?If I punch you in the head you?re gonna fall down.?
Heavyweight Pat Barry entered the Octagon this past Friday night with a few new tricks up his sleeve in the form of an improved ground game. Not only did Barry work his way out of having opponent Christian Morecraft on top of him in full mount but also escaped an Armbar attempt that in past [...]
UFC on Fox 2 Results: Evans Dominates Davis to Set Up Showdown with Jon Jones
Rashad Evans dominated Phil Davis from start to finish to score a unanimous decision in the main event of UFC on Fox 2 and set up a showdown with rival UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones in April if he's injury-free.
Chael Sonnen edged Michael Bisping in the co-main event to earn a rematch with middleweight champion Anderson Silva, while Chris Weidman also topped Demian Maia on the main card.
Chael Sonnen edged Michael Bisping in the co-main event to earn a rematch with middleweight champion Anderson Silva, while Chris Weidman also topped Demian Maia on the main card.
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Observations from My Couch: UFC on FOX 2 ? ?Ultimate Stinker?
A few observations from UFC on FOX 2: ?Evans vs. Davis?: -Last night the UFC had their ?UFC 33 moment? on major network television. There, I said it. Now let?s get past it. -We can add Lavar Johnson to the list of kickass fighters the UFC plucked from Strikeforce. He may not be a Nick [...]
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Sunday
Sonnen earns his rematch against Silva, grinds out win over Bisping at UFC on Fox 2
CHICAGO -- It was a rough 15 minutes, but Chael Sonnen did enough to get the fight he's coveted for 17 months.
The middleweight title contender locked up a shot against the UFC's 185-pound champ Anderson Silva with a surprisingly tough win over Michael...
The middleweight title contender locked up a shot against the UFC's 185-pound champ Anderson Silva with a surprisingly tough win over Michael...
UFC on Fox 2 Results: Evans Dominates Davis to Set Up Showdown with Jon Jones
Rashad Evans dominated Phil Davis from start to finish to score a unanimous decision in the main event of UFC on Fox 2 and set up a showdown with rival UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones in April if he's injury-free.
Chael Sonnen edged Michael Bisping in the co-main event to earn a rematch with middleweight champion Anderson Silva, while Chris Weidman also topped Demian Maia on the main card.
Chael Sonnen edged Michael Bisping in the co-main event to earn a rematch with middleweight champion Anderson Silva, while Chris Weidman also topped Demian Maia on the main card.
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Diego Nunes vs. Dennis Siver slated for UFC on FUEL TV 2
Dennis Siver will make the move down a weight class to featherweight where he will take on Diego Nunes as part of the UFC on FUEL TV 2 card in Sweden. The news was originally reported by Swedish website MMAnytt.se. Siver (19-8) has compiled a 7-2 record during his second tour with the UFC. He [...]
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Source: http://www.mmainterplay.com/ufc-news/diego-nunes-vs-dennis-siver-slated-for-ufc-on-fuel-tv-2-56742/
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