What Makes a Title Contender? Miocic vs. Gonzaga Preview
by Matt Lo Cascio One definition of contender is a person who has a good chance at winning. When it comes to heralding fighters as ‘title contenders,’ the word is thrown around a bit too lightly. Moving up the ladder, maintaining a winning streak and beating some of the division’s known quantities are but steps …...
Hey Everyone, It’s Mini Roy Nelson
“Hey everyone…Come here and see how good I look.” – Ron Burgundy That line also applies to Mini Roy Nelson, who I’m sure is a fine grappler but definitely a world champion in the 12 & under mullet division. That thing is world class. h/t: Chris Holdsworth/Twitter...
MMA Ten: Not So Secret Edition
Chicago’s MMA resident smart ass and all-around troll Don Abato returns from a lengthy hiatus for a long overdue MMA Ten. The real reason it took so long is because he is just a lazy ass. It’s ironic a certain piss test is rocking the MMA world considering Donnie enjoys pissing people off....
Roy Nelson’s Gruesome Head Cut [Pic]
Fabricio Werdum showed off his much-improved striking on Saturday night, and Roy Nelson’s face bears the evidence of all the knees that Werdum landed. ‘Big Country’ tweeted this post-fight photo of the nasty gash on his forehead. The controversial decision of the Diaz/Condit fight is the focus of all the chatter right...
Five UFC Fights For Fedor
The rumors about Fedor coming to the UFC are likely exaggerated. But it’s still intriguing to most fight fans, even after his three straight defeats. Fedor recently notched his first win in over two years by beating Jeff Monson. If you don’t think that Fedor is still UFC-worthy, tell that to Monson. According to Monson,...
Roy Nelson Has Slimmed Down
This pic of Roy Nelson & Forrest Griffin has been making the rounds. While black is definitely a slimming color, it sure looks as if Nelson is in better shape than he has been in years. Nelson battles Cro Cop at UFC 137 on Saturday night. Cro Cop says he’s in his best shape and …...
Frank Mir Is Not a Problem
So let me get this straight — Frank Mir knocks out the legendary Cro Cop then puts a beating on Roy Nelson — who’s only been knocked out once in his career — and Dana White is unhappy with Mir? Mir is one of the most exciting fighters in the UFC, whether he is winning …...
UFC 130 FILLED WITH BIG NAMES
Eight rounds have not been enough to settle the score between UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar and Gray Maynard. On Memorial Day weekend, they will get five more to prove to the world who the UFC champ is, as they meet for the third time in the main event of UFC 130: Edgar vs. Maynard …...
MARCH MADNESS, MMA STYLE
The NCAA tourney will not be the only madness to engulf the sports world in March. There will be 5 MMA major events within 25 days, giving new meaning to March coming in like a lion. Here’s a look at what’s coming up. 3.6 WEC 47: Bowles vs. Cruz An excellent card to kick off …...
VIDEO: ROY NELSON TUF 10 FINALE POST-FIGHT INTERVIEW
Roy Nelson takes care of business in the Octagon. For those familiar with “Big Country’s” previous performances it was no surprise to see him win the whole show. However the manner in which he won it, KO by big right hand, was unexpected....
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