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- DREAM press conference notes: Korean debut, tournaments, Aoki-Kawajiri title bout, and more
- Wes Sims hasn't really trained for Bobby Lashley, but he'll Hogan leg drop his ass (Video)
- UFC 115: Pat Barry vs Gilbert Yvel in the works for June 12
- Strikeforce video preview and Chuck Liddell's return on ESPNs 'MMA Live'
- EA Sports MMA screenshots of Bobby Lashley in video game, as well as interview from ESPN.com.
- Randy Couture knows he has an advantage over Mark Coleman when it comes to conditioning
- Strike first, strike hard: MMAmania.com Strikeforce 'Miami' interview exclusive with Robbie Lawler
- Lavar Johnson cheats death to return to MMA at Strikeforce 'Challengers' on March 26 in Fresno
- Chael Sonnen is on a quest for 12 lbs of gold at UFC 109 (Video)
- Strikeforce Miami: Will Marius Zaromskis look for the high kick against the 'long arms' of Nick Diaz?
- Bryan Caraway vs Fredson Paixao added to WEC 47 prelims
- WEC Quick Quote: Jens Pulver can still compete if he stops being dumb
- Josh Koscheck, Jon Jones and Renzo Gracie join Brandon Vera for UFC 109 weigh in events
- UFC rankings/MMA rankings featured in USA Today for January 2010
- Ed Soares: Junior dos Santos is drinking milk and kicking ass
- Nate Marquardt recognized as a 'True Warrior' for his fight against Alzheimer's Disease
| DREAM press conference notes: Korean debut, tournaments, Aoki-Kawajiri title bout, and more Posted: 29 Jan 2010 02:37 AM PST
As for the time table for future DREAM events, DREAM event producer, Keiichi Sasahara revealed that, following DREAM 13, there are a total of six events scheduled for the year, in April, May, July, September, October, and December. The April event likely will see DREAM makes its debut in South Korea. Sasahara explained that, depending on the performance of the inaugural event in Korea, DREAM may return later in the year, possibly in October. Also, there has been talks about holding events in Taiwan and Macau as part of DREAM's nascent effort to expand its brand overseas. |
| Wes Sims hasn't really trained for Bobby Lashley, but he'll Hogan leg drop his ass (Video) Posted: 28 Jan 2010 06:50 PM PST
Hear what the "Dominator" has to say after the jump.
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| UFC 115: Pat Barry vs Gilbert Yvel in the works for June 12 Posted: 28 Jan 2010 05:26 PM PST Hard-hitting heavyweights Pat Barry and Gilbert Yvel will likely collide at UFC 115 from the General Motors Place in Vancouver, B.C., Canada, on June 12, according to the Las Vegas Sun. Barry was last seen stopping Dutch kickboxer Antoni Hardonk back at UFC 104 in Oct. 2009. Yvel, meanwhile, was stopped with a crushing left hook courtesy of Junior dos Santos at UFC 108 earlier this year. Don't blink -- it could be a painfully quick one to watch! More on this breaking news in a bit. UFC 115 is expected to feature the third (and hopefully final ) dance between former light heavyweight champions Chuck Liddell and Tito Ortiz, fresh off their coaching gigs at The Ultimate Fighter 11. Stay tuned to MMAmania.com for future updates on this still-developing fight card. |
| Strikeforce video preview and Chuck Liddell's return on ESPNs 'MMA Live' Posted: 28 Jan 2010 04:09 PM PST
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| EA Sports MMA screenshots of Bobby Lashley in video game, as well as interview from ESPN.com. Posted: 28 Jan 2010 04:08 PM PST  EA Sports MMA screenshots of Bobby Lashley in video game, as well as interview from ESPN.com. |
| Randy Couture knows he has an advantage over Mark Coleman when it comes to conditioning Posted: 28 Jan 2010 12:19 PM PST Props: SportsRadioInterviews.com Quoteworthy:
Randy Couture shares his opinion on people's criticism of his bout with Mark Coleman at UFC 109, which features two former UFC champions who happen to both be over the age of 40. "The Natural" also goes into detail about what he feels he needs to get done against Coleman in order to walk away victorious. Along with essentially everyone else who has an opinion on this fight, Couture thinks his main advantage lies in the conditioning aspect of the game. What other advantages does Couture hold over Coleman? Is "The Hammer" better than Randy at anything? What say you, Maniacs? |
| Strike first, strike hard: MMAmania.com Strikeforce 'Miami' interview exclusive with Robbie Lawler Posted: 28 Jan 2010 11:50 AM PST Robbie Lawler has a firm seat at the drawing board after sustaining a loss this past June to current Strikeforce middleweight champion Jake Shields. It was a disappointing evening for "Ruthless," who got caught in a deep guillotine choke and forced to tap very early into the first round. It was his first taste of defeat since September 2006. Needless to say, he's been anxious to return to action. Lawler, who has won fifteen of his eighteen professional fights by way of knockout, will take on a man in "Marvelous" Melvin Manhoef, who has twenty three knockouts in twenty four career victories. In other words, it should be fun while it lasts. In addition to Manhoef, Lawler took some time out to discuss his disappointing loss to Jake Shields, getting pulled from the December Strikeforce card, Herschel Walker, and his beloved San Diego Chargers. Check it out: Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): I haven't talked to you since right before your fight with Jake Shields. That night it looked like it was turning into the type of fight that you would have wanted. You shrugged off a takedown or two or his and you had him standing. Did you feel like things were going as planned prior to the submission? Robbie Lawler: I think I was doing real well and it was just going to be a matter of time, but I made a mistake and he took advantage of it. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): I know you weren't too thrilled about the 182 lb. catchweight going into that fight. Did that work out okay for you in the end? Would you ever agree to something like that again? Robbie Lawler: I don't really know at this time what I think about that. At the time I wasn't very happy. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): If you did it next time you would probably want to agree on it up front instead of after the fact, correct? Robbie Lawler: Yeah, probably. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): You were supposed to come back and fight Benji Radach on the December Strikeforce card. Then it was Trevor Prangley who pulled out with an injury at the last minute. Can you describe for me what those few weeks leading up to the event were like for you? Robbie Lawler: I was just getting ready for a fight. I knew there were two possible opponents for about 4-5 weeks. As the fight got closer it became another guy. Then about two weeks before the fight they found out he couldn't fight and it was going to be Trevor Prangley. I'm like, "Okay, I'll take that fight." The Monday before I headed out he got hurt, obviously. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Then you ended up flying to San Jose for the event anyways. Robbie Lawler: When I actually found out about it I was on my way to the airport. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Did they compensate you for the fight even though it did not take place? Robbie Lawler: They did to a certain extent. I can't really go into the details. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Do you feel like you have had enough time to prepare for Melvin Manhoef? Robbie Lawler: I mean, I've been training full time and just training hard. It is what it is. I'm fighting in a week so let's get it done. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Are you a guy that likes to watch tape on your opponent? Robbie Lawler: My coaches have been watching. I watched a few fights. I watch some. At the beginning of my career I did not, but now I watch a little bit. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Manhoef is a recent signee by Strikeforce. They've also gone out and gotten guys like Dan Henderson, Muhammad Lawal, etc... What are your thoughts on some of their recent signings and the direction the company is going in as a whole? Robbie Lawler: I think as far as the signings go there are a bunch of tough guys. They are really top notch fighters, especially at 185 pounds. Other than that I think they are doing well signing guys. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): What are your thoughts about a guy like Herschel Walker getting into the sport of MMA and being signed by Strikeforce? Robbie Lawler: Well, I don't really know. Herschel Walker is a really nice guy. I had a chance to talk to him for a really quick second. Should he on the main card? I know he's a main card draw, but it's just weird that a guy who hasn't ever fought in MMA would hop in at this level. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Do you think it would be more appropriate if he was on the undercard or maybe on a Strikeforce Challengers card? Robbie Lawler: Yeah, I think so, but I'm not the one calling the shots. Maybe he'll prove otherwise. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Back to Manhoef. He has been fighting overseas basically his whole career. A lot of mainstream fans in the US aren't that familiar with him. How would you describe his style to them? Robbie Lawler: Really good kickboxing. Good hands. He's a K-1 guy. Knockout power. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Because he has that aggressive style and likes to stand and trade is he a guy you especially look forward to fighting as opposed to a grappler like Jake Shields, or it a fight a fight in your eyes? Robbie Lawler: I don't really try to look at matchups so much. A fight is a fight. He's good at what he does and I have to look for weaknesses and take advantage of certain situations. Hopefully I get him before he gets me. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Assuming you come away from this fight in good health would you hope to be apart of the April show on CBS? Robbie Lawler: I would like to fight in April. (Matt) Hughes has a fight I'll be going out to and I don't know how close that is to his fight. It's definitely something I'd like to do, get on the CBS card. I tried to get on the last CBS card. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): You and Hughes are synonymous with the H.I.T. Squad gym in Granite City, IL, but over the past few months some of your other teammates like Matt Veach and Brian Foster have been getting their shot on the big stage. What is it like for you to see those guys find success? Robbie Lawler: It's good. They're good fighters. They're tough kids. They're taking advantage of their opportunities. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): I heard you are a big football guy. What team do you follow? Robbie Lawler: Well I was following the Chargers, but ... That's my team and they lost so I'm just watching now. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): So their game with the New York Jets was probably hard to watch for you. Robbie Lawler: Yep. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): They just re-signed their head coach Norv Turner for three years. Is that a good decision in your eyes or not? Robbie Lawler: I liked Marty (Schottenheimer). I believe they ran the ball and they were a more physical team. I think their offense is capable of putting up a lot of points but they're just not as physical and with time off they don't come back as fresh. I think if they play week in and week out they are going to progress but I think time off killed them. Maybe it was bad coaching, maybe bad preparation. I don't know. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Would you bring back LaDainian Tomlinson for another year? Robbie Lawler: I think you have to. He just turned 30. There are guys out there who are putting up good stats at 30 like Thomas Jones, who is a really good running back. They are not an offense that runs the ball much. They are more of a pass first team, which is fine, but I feel like when they run the ball the whole stadium knows they're running the ball. They've got at least one tight end and a good fullback, why not spread them out and pass? Or spread them out and run? You don't have to line up letting everyone know you're going to run. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Finally, who do you think will win the Super Bowl trophy? Robbie Lawler: I'm going with the NFC and I'm hoping for the Vikings.* Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Any sponsors you would like to thank before we go? Robbie Lawler: I would like to thank Toyo Tires and Tapout. Derek Bolender (MMAmania.com): Appreciate the time Robbie. We'll do it again soon. Robbie Lawler: Okay, thanks. * Interview was completed just prior to the NFC championship game. Derek Bolender is a contributor to MMAmania.com. He is also a syndicated writer to FoxSports.com and SI.com. Follow him at Twitter.com/DerekMMAwriter.
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| Lavar Johnson cheats death to return to MMA at Strikeforce 'Challengers' on March 26 in Fresno Posted: 28 Jan 2010 11:48 AM PST
On Friday, March 26, the 32-year-old will enter a new chapter in his incredible recovery when he restarts his professional mixed martial arts (MMA) career in the main event of a STRIKEFORCE Challengers fight card at Save Mart Center in Fresno, California on Friday, March 26. The heavy-handed Johnson (13-3), a 6-foot-4 inch, 250-pound resident of nearby Madera, will face off with another highly touted prospect, undefeated Lolohea Mahe (4-0-1) of Wailua, Maui in the STRIKEFORCE cage. Tickets for the STRIKEFORCE Challengers event, priced from $30, go on sale on Monday, Feb. 1, at the Save Mart Center box office and select Save Mart Supermarkets, all Ticketmaster locations (800) 745-3000, Ticketmaster online and STRIKEFORCE's official website. "My health is great and I'm almost back to where I was," said Johnson. In his last start in the cage, Johnson crushed Carl Seumanutafa in just 18 seconds with a single punch at the first-ever STRIKEFORCE Challengers event at Save Mart Center on May 15, 2009. After being struck down by the gunfire that also led to the death of a cousin, Johnson, a father of two boys, ages eight and five, spent one month in hospital care and lost approximately 60 pounds. Months of physical rehabilitation followed and, one month ago, Johnson was cleared by a physician to return to training with trainer Jasper Tayaba and Team Buhawe in Fresno. "(The experience) made me realize how fragile life is and that every day I'm here is a blessing. It has also made me take MMA more seriously." In other action on the STRIKEFORCE Challengers card, "Abongo" Humphrey (5-1) of Atlanta, Ga., will square off with George Bush III (5-1) of Columbus, Ohio, at light heavyweight (205 pounds). Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Luke Stewart (6-2) of San Francisco, California will make his long-awaited return to action against Andre Galvao (3-1) of Brazil in a welterweight (170 pounds) contest. Unbeaten Zoila Frausto (2-0) of Fresno will face off at 135 pounds with another one of the top prospects in the women's field, Miesha "Takedown" Tate (7-2) of Olympia, Washington. American Kickboxing Academy bred wrestling stud Justin "The Silverback" Wilcox (8-3) of San Jose, Calif., will do battle with Bryan Travers (13-1) of Bakersfield, Calif., at lightweight (155 pounds). Save Mart Center doors will open for the STRIKEFORCE Challengers event at 6 p.m. PT. The first live, non-televised, preliminary bout will begin at 6:45 p.m. The live SHOWTIME® telecast will begin at 11:45 p.m. ET/ PT (delayed on the west coast). |
| Chael Sonnen is on a quest for 12 lbs of gold at UFC 109 (Video) Posted: 28 Jan 2010 11:07 AM PST |
| Posted: 28 Jan 2010 11:07 AM PST
Quoteworthy:
Recent Strikeforce acquisition Marius Zaromskis talks about meeting Nick Diaz in his promotion debut at the "Miami" event on Saturday, Jan. 30 in Sunrise, FL. The "Whitemare" is coming off a first round mutilation of Myeon Ho Bae at DREAM 12 back on Oct. 25 -- the third consecutive time the Lithuanian won a fight with a head kick in the opening round. He also clowned Jason High and the heavily-favored Hayoto Sakurai to finish his stellar run in the July 20 conclusion to the DREAM Welterweight Grand Prix. Can he continue his path of destruction against the foul-mouthed fightmonger? Or will the "long arms" and stellar submission game of Diaz give him a rude welcome? This one is going to be fireworks -- don't blink. |
| Bryan Caraway vs Fredson Paixao added to WEC 47 prelims Posted: 28 Jan 2010 10:58 AM PST World Extreme Cagefighting's (WEC) March 6 card is coming close to completion, as Bryan Caraway and Fredson Paixio will meet on the preliminary card of WEC 47 in Columbus, Ohio, according to MMAWeekly.com. Caraway is coming off a submission loss in his WEC debut against Mark Hominick at WEC 46: "Varner vs. Henderson". The loss snapped a three fight win-streak which included two first round stoppages and a unanimous decision victory. Paixao's short stint in the WEC has left him without much to be happy about. After dropping a unanimous decision to jiu-jitsu ace Wagnney Fabiano at WEC 40, Paixao lost via split-decision to Cole Province, but the result was turned into a No Contest after Province tested positive for a banned substance. However, regardless of the change to No Contest, Paixao is still seeking his first win with the promotion, as he has failed to achieve victory twice. The submission ace will certainly be looking at this fight as an opportunity to take a big step forward, while gaining some job security with the promotion. WEC 47 is set for Columbus, Ohio on March 6. The card is headlined by a bantamweight championship bout between champion Brian Bowles and challenger Dominick Cruz. The card also features the return of two of mixed martial arts' all time greats, as Miguel Torres and Jens Pulver look to get back to their winning ways. Stay tuned to MMAmania.com for breaking news and updates surrounding the WEC's March card. |
| WEC Quick Quote: Jens Pulver can still compete if he stops being dumb Posted: 28 Jan 2010 10:46 AM PST
Former UFC lightweight champion Jens Pulver (22-12) tells FightHype.com that he's looking to reverse a string of horrific losses by downing Javier Vazquez (13-4) at WEC 47: "Bowles vs. Cruz" from the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, on March 6. "Lil' Evil" is at a crossroads in his career, having lost six of his last seven fights and going virtually winless (1-4) in the WEC. In fact, this fight may be Pulver's last chance at redemption in a sport he once dominated. Is he done? Or starting the greatest comeback in mixed martial arts history? |
| Josh Koscheck, Jon Jones and Renzo Gracie join Brandon Vera for UFC 109 weigh in events Posted: 28 Jan 2010 09:42 AM PST The official weigh-in event for UFC 109: "Relentless" is set to take place at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Friday, Feb. 5, 2010. For those fortunate enough to be in "Sin City" for the promotion’s return trip to the Mandalay Bay, remember that the weigh-in is FREE to attend and open to the public. Doors to the weigh-in will open at 3 p.m. local time for the general public. The first fighter is expected to tip the scale at 4 p.m. PT. To get things started, UFC light heavyweight Brandon Vera will host a special Q&A session (exclusively for UFC Fight Club members) from 2-3 p.m. local time. Joining him in the pre-event festivities will be Josh Koscheck, Jon Jones and Renzo Gracie, who will be available for fan autographs from 1-3 p.m. PT. UFC 109: "Relentless" will feature a light heavyweight battle between elder statesmen Randy "The Natural" Couture and Mark "The Hammer" Coleman. Middleweights Nate Marquardt and Chael Sonnen will battle in the co-featured fight of the night for perhaps an opportunity to challenge the winner of Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort later this year. Here’s the current UFC 109 fight card:
It’s going to be a fun night of fights so don’t miss it. And remember to check us out for all the pre, during and post-fight UFC 109 coverage you can handle. |
| UFC rankings/MMA rankings featured in USA Today for January 2010 Posted: 28 Jan 2010 08:29 AM PST Our partners in crime over at BloodyElbow.com have once again published their divisional rankings for mixed martial arts in the nation’s largest daily newspaper, USA Today, for the month of January 2010. For those of you unfamiliar with the process, here’s how it works:
To check out the latest USAT/SBN rankings click here. We’ve also listed their top 10 in each class after the jump for your convenience. What do you think? Share your ranking rants in the comments section below. Heavyweight:
Light Heavyweight:
Middleweight:
Welterweight:
Lightweight:
Featherweight:
Of course, nothing brings MMA fans closer together than a list of divisional rankings. Let’s hear it: Who belongs and who doesn’t? And be sure to say why. "He sucks" is not a valid argument. |
| Ed Soares: Junior dos Santos is drinking milk and kicking ass Posted: 28 Jan 2010 07:32 AM PST
Quoteworthy:
Manager extraordinaire Ed Soares talks about the future of his bright young star, Junior dos Santos, who rose to power with a first round shellacking of Fabricio Werdum at UFC 90 way back in October 2008. Since then, "Cigano" has been unstoppable, putting the Brazilian stamp of disapproval on Stefan Struve, Mirko Filipovic and Gilbert Yvel. Now perhaps the last thing that stands between him and a shot at heavyweight gold is a hulking Goliath named Gabriel Gonzaga, who awaits his fellow countryman at UFC on Versus 1 in Colorado. Will "Napao" trade places with dos Santos on the list of 2010 title contenders on March 21? |
| Nate Marquardt recognized as a 'True Warrior' for his fight against Alzheimer's Disease Posted: 28 Jan 2010 07:32 AM PST
From sharonantclifffoundation.org:
For more on The Sharon Antcliff Foundation or to make a donation to Nate's cause click here. |
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