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| Chuck Liddell ‘One fight away from title shot’ with win over Shogun Rua at UFC 97 (Video) Posted: 16 Apr 2009 11:35 PM PDT Props: Versus.com |
| Back by popular demand! Feel It Nutrition blowout sale on all BSN products! Posted: 16 Apr 2009 11:25 PM PDT
Alright Maniacs, it's Fitness Friday and we’ve heard your demands! For those of you who missed out on our special sale at the beginning of the month, Feel It Nutrition is bringing back its most popular manufacturer and slashing prices on all BSN products by 15%! The same BSN that is the official supplement company of the UFC. And yes, the same BSN that won "Brand of the Year" from Bodybuilding.com three years in a row. Ever since Cristiane “Cyborg” Santos blew up at the Strikeforce weigh-ins like Violet Beauregarde, the talk of the town has been about cutting weight and shredding those few extra pounds in time for the big fight. Well I have good news for all the fighters trying to get their shrink on: Feel It Nutrition is bringing ATRO-PHEX to the front of the line for this week’s sale. ATRO-PHEX is a very powerful thermogenic with some unique property for fighters. Users report increased energy levels, which allow fighters to maximize and get the most from their training sessions. No more feeling depleted and worn while running a thermogenic. Unlike most of the leading brands, ATRO-PHEX uses a five-pronged approach to weight management making cutting weight more efficient and effective. Because it is a completely natural diuretic, its properties allow for complete removal of excess subcutaneous water removal. No more having to worry about making weight! ATRO-PHEX sheds all unnecessary water prior to weighing-in. Other benefits of this very popular diuretic include: Increased mental focus and acuity, giving fighters laser-like focus for the human chess match that is modern day MMA fighting. ATRO-PHEX leads to an increased sense of well-being, helping fighters cope with the rigorous stress of preparing for upcoming fights. You will not be let-down by this BOOST of a product. ATRO-PHEX, as well as the entire line of BSN, Inc supplements, are available now for 15% off at Feel It Nutrition, your ONE-STOP-SHOP for all your MMA Supplement needs! If you're looking to cut weight prior to competition without jeopardizing your focus or motivation, or if you just want to shed those few extra pounds that have survived your onslaught of physical exertion, give ATRO-PHEX a try. It could even affect the outcome of your next fight. Who has the advantage: The fighter doing a light workout the morning of the weigh-ins or the fighter who is shriveling up inside a sauna with just a prayer and a rubber suit? Click here to get ATRO-PHEX. Act now, this opportunity ends April 23! |
| Dana White taken to task on inability to sign Fedor Emelianenko Posted: 16 Apr 2009 05:57 PM PDT
Carmichael Dave and UFC President Dana White go at it in this interview:
Read the the interview in its entirety right here. It’s a doozy. |
| UFC 97 press conference pics for ‘Redemption’ Posted: 16 Apr 2009 05:37 PM PDT Perhaps this shot will get the Maniacs out there fired up for Saturday:
Check out Chuck Liddell and Mauricio “Shogun” Rua facing off after the jump!
Thanks as always to Tracy Lee at CombatLifestyle.com for the great shots. To check out the complete UFC 97 press conference photo gallery click here. |
| Hector Lombard and others weigh in for Bellator III at Lloyd Noble Center Posted: 16 Apr 2009 05:02 PM PDT
Bellator Fighting Championships (Bellator) is still trudging, preparing to pull the trigger on its third event in just as many weeks tomorrow night (April 17) from the Lloyd Noble Center from the University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma. Fighters today tipped the scales for Bellator III, which features Cuban-born Judoka, Hector "Shango" Lombard, making his debut on United States soil against Virgil "The Mexican Machine" in one of many middleweight tournament bouts slated for the card. Bellator will also close out the first round of the welterweight (170-pound) tournament with former UFC champion Dave Menne set to take on undefeated Frenchman, Norman Paraisy. The winner will join Omar De La Cruz, Jorge Ortiz and Lyman Good in the semifinals. Here are the official Bellator III weigh-in results:
Middleweight tournament (first round 185-pound bouts): Welterweight Tournament Bout (first round): Non-Tournament Bouts: Note: Fighters are allowed to weigh one pound more than the division limit in non-title fights. Those who came in over risk losing percentages of their fight purses. MMAmania.com will pass along the results and quick recap of all the latest Bellator III action as soon as possible. Remember that even though the action will take place live from the Lloyd Noble Center from the University of Oklahoma in Norman, Okla., tomorrow night (April 17), it will air via tape delay 24 hours on ESPN Deportes … it is not available to watch live anywhere. As always, check out MMAmania.com early and often for all the Bellator III coverage you can handle! |
| ESPN ‘MMA Live’ video previews UFC 97, recaps Strikeforce and Bellator FC Posted: 16 Apr 2009 12:04 PM PDT |
| MMA Quick Quote: How do you say ‘No Respect’ in Portuguese? Posted: 16 Apr 2009 11:31 AM PDT
-Top ranked heavyweight Josh Barnett, veteran of Japanese MMA and cornerman of Hitomi Akano, slams the weight-cutting fiasco from Cristiane Santos on his official MySpace blog via MMA Fanhouse. ‘Cyborg’ came into the weigh-ins for the Strikeforce: ‘Shamrock vs. Diaz’ event a whopping seven pounds over the limit. Santos was unable to make the mark despite the additional time alloted for her to cut, yet the California State Athletic Commission conveniently turned a blind eye to the infraction. After some initial resistance, Akano ultimately gave in to the pressure of disappointing both Strikeforce officials and the fans in attendance (and those watching at home). Santos manhandled Akano en route to a third round TKO, and gratuitously celebrated her victory following the stoppage. |
| Bellator III middleweight tournament preview and predictions for April 17 event Posted: 16 Apr 2009 10:53 AM PDT
Bellator Fighting Championships 12-part weekly tournament series is set to return to the ESPN Deportes airwaves for event number three this Friday, April 17, at the Lloyd Noble Center from the University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma. As always, the action will air via tape delay 24 hours later on the Spanish version of The Worldwide Leader in Sports, ESPN Deportes. The promotion will kickoff its 185-pound middleweight tournament with all four first round match-ups set to go off. The featured bout of those four will showcase Cuban-born Judoka, Hector “Shango” Lombard, making his debut on United States soil against Virgil “The Mexican Machine” Lozano. Bellator will also close out the first round of the welterweight grand prix with former UFC champion Dave Menne set to take on undefeated Frenchman Norman Paraisy. The winner will join Omar De La Cruz, Jorge Ortiz and Lyman Good in the semifinals. Here is the full lineup for the upstart promotion's second event:
We've taken a closer look at two of the featured fights, which are first round match ups from the middleweight and welterweight tournaments, to give you a taste of what to expect from the latest mixed martial arts offering. Here we go: 185 lbs.: Hector Lombard (18-2-1) vs. Virgil Lozano (6-1-1) Hector Lombard’s two career losses were to 2008 DREAM middleweight grand prix winner Gegard Mousasi and UFC veteran Akihiro Gono, both by hard fought unanimous decisions under the now deceased Pride FC organization. He’s a tough as nails type of fighter with a decorated background in Judo and he’s the Australian based Cage Fighting Championships four-time defending middleweight champion. Lombard’s built up sort of a mythical persona in the states, after missing several opportunities to compete in front of the American audience in high profile match ups for Elite XC, as well as one disappointing withdrawal from a fight against Josh Koscheck under the UFC banner. Lozano on the other hand, is coming into this fight with an opportunity to make a huge name for himself by advancing with a win over Shango. “The Mexican Machine” has a reputation as a solid jiu-jitsu practitioner. In fact, five of his six wins have come by way of tap out, including three by armbar. However, he’s not just a submissions guy. He can also put you on your back and become very dangerous with his ground and pound as well. In short, it’s not an easy fight for Lombard. Lozano has the skills and the will to make this thing interesting if the pressure of fighting for the U.S. fans for the first time gets to Shango. If not, Lozano might be in trouble. Look for Shango to be the aggressor and dominate this fight with his striking, takedowns and possibly some of those sick judo throws everybody loves so much. This is a fight he should win, and I think he will. Final Prediction: Hector “Shango” Lombard via technical knockout in round one 170 lbs.: Dave Menne (42-15-2) vs. Norman Paraisy (5-0) Paraisy is a 22 year old, five-fight veteran of the sport whose opponents combined win-loss record before his most recent fight was a paltry (4-15). Needless to say, the Paris native is taking a rather large step up in competition when he gets into the cage on Friday night with Dave Menne. The Minneapolis resident, Menne, is not just a 35-year old former UFC middleweight champion with nearly sixty professional fights to his credit, looking to collect a paycheck. He’s still got some gas left in that tank. Within the last couple of years he’s been able to go the distance with top mixed martial artists like Josh Koscheck and Jake Shields, and he also has career wins over guys such as Chris Lytle, Dennis Hallman, Pele, Carlos Newton and others. On paper, this is Dave Menne’s fight to win or lose. Paraisy appears to have some solid jiu-jitsu skills, and he trains with one of the best camps around in American Top Team. Still, it has to be assumed that the 12-year veteran and owner of 16 career submission finishes, Menne, will hold the edge in the grappling department, or at least have an answer for anything the Frenchman throws at him. Although there is some buzz and excitement over Paraisy’s potential from his ATT teammates. As far as striking, Menne looks to be better in that aspect as well. He’s coming off a first round technical knockout win over Travis McCullough at a small show last May. He’s never been known as a striker, but he’s well rounded enough to be able to handle adversity no matter where this fight goes. Barring any major mistakes or a clear cut drop in skill level for the aging Menne, he should be able to advance to the semifinals with a win here. Any American Top Team fighter is always going to put up a fight, but look for Menne to win this one on the scorecards. Final Prediction: Dave Menne via unanimous decision. Next week Bellator Fighting Championships IV will head over to the Hara Arena in Dayton, Ohio for the highly anticipated semifinal match-ups from the 155-pound lightweight tournament. Philadelphia standout Eddie Alvarez will square off with the hard nosed, multi-talented Eric Reynolds for a spot in the finals opposite either the explosive Jorge Masvidal or the tournament’s dark horse Toby Imada. You definitely won’t want to miss that. To catch up on all the latest from Bellator click here. For Bellator II results from last weekend click here. Stay tuned to MMAmania.com for the latest news, notes and results surrounding Bellator FC. |
| Working the ‘Clinch Game’ with UFC Undisputed 2009 (Video) Posted: 16 Apr 2009 10:14 AM PDT |
| Rampage Jackson: A fight with ‘big mouth’ Rashad would be ‘boring’ Posted: 16 Apr 2009 10:08 AM PDT
Props: Fighthype Quoteworthy:
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton Jackson — currently nursing an injured jaw — has some unfriendly words for current 205-pound kingpin Rashad Evans. "Rampage" was originally set to throwdown with “Sugar” at UFC 96 last March, however Evans did not feel he would be ready in time for the title defense, thus allowing teammate Keith Jardine to take his place. Now Jackson will have to wait until later this year for a crack at Evans and the light heavyweight belt — assuming number one contender Lyoto Machida doesn’t derail those plans when he fights for the strap on May 23. |
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