ANDERSON SILVA: MASTER OF KNEES AND ELBOWS
January 1, 2010 by Matt
For the first post of the new year we’re giving you some Anderson Silva. Seems like it’s been a year since his last fight, even though it’s only been about 5 months. Here is his dominant performance against Tony Fryklund at Cage Rage 16. This was his last fight before joining the UFC, and it was also right after his last loss, when he was DQ’d against Yushin Okami.
2009 MMA FIGHTER OF THE YEAR
December 27, 2009 by Matt
There are a lot of big names being nominated for MMA Fighter of the Year, but in the end, I think it’s a fairly easy call. I made my decision based on a few factors: quantity of fights, quality of opponents, type of fights (title bouts weigh more) and overall dominance. First, the runners-up…
B.J. Penn
No fighter looked more dominant than “The Prodigy” did in his wins against Diego Sanchez and Kenny Florian. But Penn was throttled soundly by GSP back in January.
Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor fought only twice and won both times. He beat Arlovski and Rogers, but it’s not enough for FOY.
Gegard Mousasi
Mousasi will get a lot of mentions for FOY, but his 2008 was actually more impressive than his 2009. He beat Mark Hunt, who was on a 4-fight losing streak. He needed just one minute to KO Babalu. And he finished the year with a TKO win over Sokoudjou here in Chicago.
Anderson Silva
“The Spider” probably was the most bored fighter of the year. The Forrest Griffin fight was nonsense and Thales Leites is no longer in the UFC. The UFC needs to challenge him more in 2010.
Georges St. Pierre
GSP dominated B.J. Penn and Thiago Alves, but it’s not enough for the FOY.
Lyoto Machida
Machida beat Thiago Silva, then Rashad Evans for the LHW belt. But it is the opinion of many that Shogun Rua should be the champion after their UFC 104 fight. I agree. So I can’t give Machida FOY.
There’s just one man left that could be the “FOY”. Read more
THE SPIDER DOESN’T STOP TILL HE GETS ENOUGH
October 25, 2009 by searstapper
Anderson Silva is one of the best finishers in mixed martial arts. His highlight reel is a spectacular collection of unforgetable knockouts. But Silva isn’t just a “Killer Finisher”, he’s a “Killer Starter” too! Check out this collage of ring entrances from his fights in Japan. Silva has stated before he is a big Michael Jackson fan, and how the King of Pop was an influence in his own life. Anderson is not only “Dangerous” but he’s “Bad.” Alright, that does it for the Michael Jackson puns, watch the video.
Silver Star Anderson “Spider” Silva UFC 97 Walkout Tee (Black, Red, or White)
UFC 101 POST-FIGHT PRESS CONFERENCE
August 9, 2009 by Matt
Dominant performance by B.J. Penn. Here is the post-fight press conference from UFC 101.
VIDEO: UFC 101 PRE-FIGHT PRESS CONFERENCE
August 6, 2009 by searstapper
The UFC has come to Philadelphia for UFC 101. Philly fans expect action and full effort. Dana White and company know their debut in the City of Brotherly Love needs to be a big one, or they’ll get booed out of town. To hear everything Dana and fighters had to say click in.
VIDEO: ANDERSON SILVA INSTRUCTIONAL PREVIEW & HIS BRUCE LEE IMPERSONATION
August 4, 2009 by searstapper
Anticipation grows for Anderson Silva’s instructional DVD on striking for MMA. There are some solid videos currently on the market including Joe Lauzon’s “Boxing for MMA”, Bas Rutten’s various selections, and Duane Ludwig’s series. Those particular titles seem to get good word of mouth. But unlike groundfighting videos, where there are absolute must have DVDs such as Mario Sperry’s “Vale Tudo” series, Erik Paulson’s “Killer Leglocks”, or Darrel Gholar’s “7-9-5’s of Wrestling”, there is no absolute must have DVD instructional for MMA striking. Many feel Silva’s DVD could be THE one to buy. Watch and enjoy this preview snipet of “The Spider” working with Rafael Feijao.
THE TOP 100 UFC FIGHTERS
June 9, 2009 by Matt
With UFC 100 coming up soon, our friends at Keyboard Kimura are compiling a list of the top 100 fighters in UFC history. This is a monumental undertaking. They are not just naming 100, they are actually ranking them too. So head on over there and post your picks in the comments, or do it here since he is a Chicago’s MMA reader.
You’ll start finding out who the top 100 of all-time are on July 1st. Then they’ll deliver 10 a day until they unveil #1 on July 10, the day before UFC 100.
I’m going to go ahead and throw some names out there. And it’s not as easy as you think. Some fighters — like Cro Cop — have been very successful in Pride but not in the UFC. Here we go, in no particular order… Read more
VIDEO: ANDERSON SILVA DOES SOME IMPERSONATIONS
May 20, 2009 by searstapper
UFC Middleweight Champion Anderson Silva lately has given fans more to complain about than cheer. But this outtakes video from his upcoming instructional series is sure to make MMA fans laugh.
VIDEO: ANDERSON SILVA UFC 97 POST FIGHT INTERVIEW
April 19, 2009 by searstapper
The fans inside the Bell Centre for UFC 97 booed during Anderson Silva’s fight with Thales Leites. For those who watched live and on pay per view you will likely tell you how disappointed they were with this particular match up. Anderson Silva gives us his opinion on the fight.
VIDEO: SILVA/LEITES UFC 97 PRESS CONFERENCE
April 16, 2009 by searstapper
Anderson Silva defends his Middleweight Title against Thales Leites at UFC 97 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Watch the pre-fight press conference with UFC President Dana White.
