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- Jon Jones next fight against 'one of the top eight guys in the world'
- Ricardo Almeida UFC 117 video blog for Matt Hughes fight (Episode one)
- Paul Daley signs 6-fight contract with Strikeforce
- Fighter bonuses and awards for UFC on Versus 2: 'Jones vs Matyushenko'
- UFC on Versus 2 results, recap and post-fight discussion for 'Jones vs Matyushenko'
- UFC on Versus 2 results, updates and coverage LIVE tonight (Aug. 1)!
- UFC on Versus 2 videos blog with Dana White (Episode one)
- Lucky nuts! Former UFC ring girls Ali Sonoma and Anne Rivera knock a few back at a recent...
- Alan Belcher injured, forced out of UFN 22 bout with Demian Maia
- Roger Gracie: 'St. Pierre doesn't depend only on his strengh and explosion'
- Win a free iPad contest: Tokyo Five UFC 117/Ricardo Almeida monster giveaway!
- UFC President Dana White loves talking to fans, even if they don't like him (Video)
| Jon Jones next fight against 'one of the top eight guys in the world' Posted: 01 Aug 2010 09:16 PM PDT
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That was fast ... and we're not talking about Jon Jones' remarkable finish of the very tough and durable Vladimir Matyushenko in the UFC on Versus 2 main event this evening. UFC President Dana White was among the many who was blown away with the performance of his most promising light heavyweight perhaps ever, promising that "Bones" will be tested against the division's best his next time out. With division champion Mauricio "Shogun" Rua out with an injury, and Lyoto Machida and Quinton "Rampage" Jackson set to hook 'em later this year, the options on the table right now are limited. Rashad Evans is a training partner, which seemingly dashes that match up ... at least for now. Perhaps the winner of the UFC 119 fight between Antonio Rogerio Nogueira and Ryan Bader? Let's hear it, Maniacs. Make us a match. |
| Ricardo Almeida UFC 117 video blog for Matt Hughes fight (Episode one) Posted: 01 Aug 2010 09:15 PM PDT
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| Paul Daley signs 6-fight contract with Strikeforce Posted: 01 Aug 2010 09:07 PM PDT
The inevitable has come to fruition. Paul Daley has singed on to fight for Scott Coker and boys at Strikeforce. "Semtex" has agreed to a six-fight deal according to MMA Weekly, as first reported by Middle Easy. The heavy-handed Brit has of course been looking for a new, more permanent home ever since delivering the cheap shot heard 'round the fighting world to Josh Koscheck following their UFC 113 bout where "Kos" took home a unanimous decision win and earned himself a shot at Georges St. Pierre's 170-pound title later this year. Dana kicked him to the curb, essentially banning the welterweight striker from the UFC for life, but Strikeforce apparently has no qualms in employing the controversial slugger. Daley was seen in action at Impact FC 2: 'The Uprising' earlier this month as he finished Daniel Acacio in the third round with a forehead-splitting elbow. Paul recently signed on to compete at the upcoming Shark Fights 13 event, and though he still does not have an opponent lined up for that card, he will indeed fight at the September 11 show. An opponent has yet to be named for "Semtex's" promotional debut with the San Jose-base organization as well, but you have to believe that within the time frame of this contract, Daley and Strikeforce bad boy Nick Diaz will evenutally meet. While we probably won't understand half of the pre-fight trash talk, it is something we can all look forward to anyway. Who do you want to see Daley mix it up with first in Strikeforce? |
| Fighter bonuses and awards for UFC on Versus 2: 'Jones vs Matyushenko' Posted: 01 Aug 2010 08:30 PM PDT
UFC on Versus 2: "Jones vs Matyushenko" from the San Diego Sports Arena in San Diego, Calif., has officially wrapped, which means that it’s time for those select fighters who went above and beyond in their respective fights to get a little extra grease for their efforts. To the tune of $40,000 each. The promotion dished out its standard post-fight monetary bonuses, and it should come as no surprise who is leaving the "Golden State" with a little extra jingle in their pockets. Japanese slugger Takanori Gomi awoke from his powerless slumber by putting the durable Tyson Griffin into an early one this evening to earn "Knockout of the Night" honors. It was a devastating blow that landed right on the "off" button, turning out Griffin's lights for the first time ever and cementing his position in the lightweight division in one fell swoop. Bravo. Newcomer Charles Oliveira took home "Submission of the Night," and almost the arm of Darren Elkins, with a super slick and quick first round finish. And middleweights Brian Stann and Mike Massenzio were rewarded for their three round back-and-forth war, which ended with an "All American" submission, to nab "Fight of the Night." It's too bad the viewers at home didn't get to see it. Here are the special fight bonuses for UFC on Versus 2: "Jones vs Matyushenko:"
Again, each fighter received $40,000 extra for their performances in addition to their respective base salaries, which we will pass along as soon as possible. For complete UFC on Versus 2: "Jones vs Matyushenko" results and play-by-play coverage of the televised main card click here. |
| UFC on Versus 2 results, recap and post-fight discussion for 'Jones vs Matyushenko' Posted: 01 Aug 2010 07:58 PM PDT
Another Sunday night, another generous helping of mixed martial arts action from the good 'ole Zuffa boys. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) tonight (Aug. 1, 2010) pulled the trigger on second Sunday night special on the Versus network, emanating live from the San Diego Sports Arena in San Diego, California. Exciting light heavyweight Jon Jones and grizzled veteran Vladimir Matyushenko were featured in the UFC on Versus 2 main event, pitting the young gun of the division against the wily Belarusian. Score another one for "Bones." It took a handful of seconds for the action to start, but when it did, the fight was over quicker than it started. Jones secured a takedown, calmly worked himself into side control and then unleashed a flurry of hellbows to the unguarded grill of Matyushenko. The referee didn't let it last too long because "The Janitor" could not defend himself. And he didn't argue when the fight was stopped, demonstrating that he knew Jones got him good. Too good. Impressive performance once again. Mind boggling, really. UFC matchmaker Joe Silva needs to lock Jones inside the cage against one of the top dogs at 205 pounds sometime soon. He makes this whole fighting thing look way too easy. Scary stuff. With a middleweight division thin on possible contenders, Yushin Okami -- who scored a controversial win over 185-pound champion Anderson Silva earlier in their careers -- was on the short list of hopefuls heading into his match up with collegiate wrestling stand out Mark Munoz in the co-featured fight of the night. Don't scratch him off anytime soon. "Thunder" squeaked by the "Filipino Wrecking Machine" with a split decision from the three judges sitting ringside, indicating that perhaps a knockdown in round two was more damaging than we all thought. Because other than that, it appeared that he did more than enough to take the fight outright. In fact, Okami seemingly won the first round, which was more of a technical chess match, and dropped Munoz in the final frame to take two out of three. Regardless, he notched his ninth victory inside the Octagon, putting himself in a solid position to challenge for a title sometime soon. He's also got two things going for him: The aforementioend win over "The Spider" and one of just two of his UFC losses is to the current number one contender, Chael Sonnen (the other is Rich Franklin). So whoever wins between Silva and Sonnen next weekend, Okami has the back story, and the resume, to warrant a rematch. The big question is, will Dana White book it or instead hand it to Vitor Belfort on a silver platter? Time will tell. John Howard was quietly looking to extend his win streak inside the Octagon to an impressive five straight when he collided with Jake Ellenberger in an extremely underrated welterweight showdown. Unfortunately for "Doomsday," the ground and pound of the Omaha, Neb., native was just too much to overcome. Ellenberger took down Howard for two straight rounds, smashing his left eye until it was swollen shut and looked like a grotesque grapefruit. Herb Dean, the referee, didn't like what he saw and called the ringside physician over during a break in the action in round three. He didn't take long to render a decision -- Howard's night was over. So, too, was his steady climb to the top of the division. Now Ellenberger, who was booed repeatedly tonight for his relentless takedowns, slides into his spot on the up-and-comer list. And at just 25 years young, he might be there for a very long time ... whether you like it or not. Former Pride FC posterboy, Takanori Gomi, took on 155-pound tree stump Tyson Griffin in the first fight of the night, hoping to erase the memory of his Octagon debut -- a submission loss to perennial division contender Kenny Florian a few months ago. All it took was one thundering right hand from "The Fireball Kid." That's right, Gomi did what no man before him has ever done, finishing Griffin early in the first round with a haymaker from hell. Griffin folded up like a beach chair almost immediately and the stunned Japanese star followed him to the mat to finish what he started. Welcome back, Tak. That's a big win. Griffin, who replaced an injured Joe Stevenson tonight, initially protested the stoppage, but the instant replays clearly showed that he was in serious trouble. And suddenly so is he with back-to-back losses -- he needs to turn things around fast. Can he do it? That's a wrap from the "America's Finest City," Maniacs. Now it's time to share your thoughts on everything that went down tonight inside the Octagon. Whatcha got? For complete UFC on Versus 2: "Jones vs Matyushenko" results and play-by-play coverage of the televised main card click here. |
| UFC on Versus 2 results, updates and coverage LIVE tonight (Aug. 1)! Posted: 01 Aug 2010 02:33 PM PDT
Click the banner above or right here for up-to-the-minute results and blow-by-blow coverage of UFC on Versus 2: "Jones vs Matyushenko." Quick results of the preliminary fights have already been recorded and LIVE round-by-round coverage of the main card Versus action is flowing RIGHT NOW! If you’re going to leave comments and discuss the fights with all the other MMAmania.com readers be sure to do it on the main UFC on Versus 2 results post and not this one. Enjoy the show, Maniacs! |
| UFC on Versus 2 videos blog with Dana White (Episode one) Posted: 01 Aug 2010 02:32 PM PDT
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| Lucky nuts! Former UFC ring girls Ali Sonoma and Anne Rivera knock a few back at a recent... Posted: 01 Aug 2010 01:13 PM PDT  Lucky nuts! Former UFC ring girls Ali Sonoma and Anne Rivera knock a few back at a recent appearance at Kalapaki Joe's in Kauai, the premier spot to watch UFC shows in Hawaii. |
| Alan Belcher injured, forced out of UFN 22 bout with Demian Maia Posted: 01 Aug 2010 09:52 AM PDT
Looks like Alan Belcher won't be getting that poster he was looking for after all. Some unfortunate news from the Ultimate Fight Night 22 main event participant as "The Talent" recently tweeted the following:
The angst-ridden middleweight mauler had been clamoring for a major step up in competition. Now he'll have to wait for another opportunity to mix it up with top-level middleweight talent, pun intended. Belcher (16-6) was last seen using Patrick Cote's head to dig for gold inside the Octagon at UFC 113 earlier this year. It was his second straight win (and second straight finish) after beating the snot out of Wilson Gouveia at UFC 107 in December of 2009. The outspoken but hard-hitting Belcher wants a middleweight title shot and it would have been hard to argue against him if he could have disposed of the Brazilian with little effort. I guess we'll never know now. The search for a replacement opponent for Maia is currently underway. MMAmania.com will bring you the news as soon as it breaks. |
| Roger Gracie: 'St. Pierre doesn't depend only on his strengh and explosion' Posted: 01 Aug 2010 09:07 AM PDT "Rush" is a frequent visitor to Brazil, training jiu-jitsu at Nova Uniao -- widely considered one of the best mixed martial arts gyms in the world -- and Gracie Barra, which is often referred to as the top grappling headquarters on the planet. Sensei SporTV reported the that Canadian, who was recently in England for personal business, took time to visit three-time absolute world champion Roger Gracie. It was no doubt a rare opportunity for St. Pierre to improve the submission aspects of his ever-evolving game game. Gracie complimented the ground skills of St. Pierre on the ground, saying:
The Gracie prospect also revealed his intention to compete in one more MMA fight before the end of the year , but there is currently nothing to report on that front as of now. Meanwhile, on the iju-jitsu front, Gracie plans not to compete until 2011. Undefeated in MMA with three victories by submission, Gracie is coming off a win over veteran Kevin Randleman at Strikeforce: "Heavy Artillery." He is currently in England where he intends to run an academy. |
| Win a free iPad contest: Tokyo Five UFC 117/Ricardo Almeida monster giveaway! Posted: 01 Aug 2010 07:13 AM PDT
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| UFC President Dana White loves talking to fans, even if they don't like him (Video) Posted: 01 Aug 2010 06:11 AM PDT
Check out highlights from the UFC on Versus 2 "Tweet Up" in San Diego after the jump:
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