Here is Glover Teixeira fighting Marvin Eastman at Shooto Brazil - Fight for BOPE which took place on 8/25/11 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Glover (20-2, 2-0 UFC) next fights James Te Huna (16-5) at UFC 160 on May 25, 2013.
UFC 160 takes place on May 25, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada at the MGM Grand Garden Arena and will be broadcast on PPV, FX and Facebook. The headliner will see Cain Velasquez defending his heavyweight title against Antonio "Bigfoot" Silva.
PPV CARD
Cain Velasquez v. Antonio Silva
Junior dos Santos v. Mark Hunt
James Te Huna v. Glover Teixeira
T.J. Grant v. Gray Maynard
Donald Cerrone v. KJ Noons
FX CARD
Mike Pyle v. Rick Story
Dennis Bermudez v. Max Holloway
Colton Smith v. Robert Whittaker
Khabib Nurmagomedov v. Abel Trujillo
FACEBOOK CARD
Nah-Shon Burrell v. Stephen Thompson
Brian Bowles v. George Roop
Estevan Payan v. Jeremy Stephens
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Monday, May 20, 2013
Video of the Day - Jardine v. Wiuff
Here is Keith Jardine v. Travis Wiuff from Extreme Challenge 46 which took place on February 16, 2002. Ben Rothwell was also on that card, winning the heavyweight tournament.
Wiuff (68-17) has been fighting professional since 2001, defeating notables Jeff Monson, Roman Zentsov, Matt Horwich and Ricco Rodriguez among others.
Wiuff next fights Mike Kyle on May 24, 2013 headlining the CFA 11 card which takes place in Coral Gables, Florida at the BankUnited Center and will be broadcast on AXS TV. Here is the announced card:
Mike Kyle v. Travis Wiuff
Fallon Fox v. Allanna Jones
Luis Palomino v. Robert Washington
Elvin Brito v. Sean Soriano
Czar Sklavos v. Alexis Vila
Oscar Delgado v. Mike King
Wiuff (68-17) has been fighting professional since 2001, defeating notables Jeff Monson, Roman Zentsov, Matt Horwich and Ricco Rodriguez among others.
Wiuff next fights Mike Kyle on May 24, 2013 headlining the CFA 11 card which takes place in Coral Gables, Florida at the BankUnited Center and will be broadcast on AXS TV. Here is the announced card:
Mike Kyle v. Travis Wiuff
Fallon Fox v. Allanna Jones
Luis Palomino v. Robert Washington
Elvin Brito v. Sean Soriano
Czar Sklavos v. Alexis Vila
Oscar Delgado v. Mike King
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Video of the Day - Thompson v. Decore
Here is Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson kickboxing James Decore in Chuck Norris' World Combat League.
Thompson (6-1, 1-1 UFC) fights NaShon Burrell at UFC 160 this Saturday. He will look to bounce back from a decision loss to Matt Brown.
Thompson (6-1, 1-1 UFC) fights NaShon Burrell at UFC 160 this Saturday. He will look to bounce back from a decision loss to Matt Brown.
Monday, May 13, 2013
Video of the Day - Striegl v. Sarmiento
Here is undefeated prospect Mark Striegl (12-0) fighting Harris Sarmiento (35-24) in PXC 34 which took place on 11/17/12 in the Philippines.
Sarmiento is a Strikeforce, WEC and X-1 veteran with his best wins over TUF 12 champ Jonathan Brookins, TUF 9's Richie Whitson and Bellator's Ed West.
Striegl will try to find his way in the UFC soon, as he looks to push his record to 13-0 against Yusuke Yachi (9-3) at PXC 37. PXC 37 takes place May 18th in the Philippines.
Sarmiento is a Strikeforce, WEC and X-1 veteran with his best wins over TUF 12 champ Jonathan Brookins, TUF 9's Richie Whitson and Bellator's Ed West.
Striegl will try to find his way in the UFC soon, as he looks to push his record to 13-0 against Yusuke Yachi (9-3) at PXC 37. PXC 37 takes place May 18th in the Philippines.
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Rising Undefeated Heavyweight Prospects
The heavyweight division is where the biggest and baddest of MMA superstars reign. One punch from a powerful heavyweight and it is lights out. The UFC is always looking for the next great heavyweight. Here are guys who have the potential to make it one day to the MMA world's grandest stage.
The overall success of these fighters is dependent on many factors. Almost all need better technique in their stand-up game and better conditioning. Hopefully they can stay healthy while putting in hard work. Here is a look at some current undefeated heavyweights that will look to breakthrough to the big leagues.
Nikita "Al Capone" Krylov (14-0)- The 6'3" Ukrainian fighter just signed a deal to fight for the UFC. He has 9 submissions and 5 TKO's on his resume, all since turning pro in July of 2012. His last bout was a 1st round TKO win over previously undefeated Gabriel Tampu (5-1).
Vitaly Minakov (10-0)- This 4X Sambo world champion from Russia made a successful Bellator debut in November, TKO'ing Vladimir Starcencov in the second round. Minakov has 1st round KO wins over Eddie Sanchez and Fabiano Scherner. The 6'3" Minakov is not a big heavyweight, usually coming in the mid 230's. He may have to put on additional muscle or cut down to 205 in the future.
Volkan "Cousin" Oezdemer (9-0)- The Turkish born Swiss fighter primarily relies on his Muay Thai game and possesses a blue belt in BJJ. On March 13th, he won 3 fights in one night to capture the Valhalla "Battle of the Kings" tournament. The HW champ of Lions FC, Oezdemer will have to improve his grappling when he moves to the next level of competition.
Smealinho "The Prince" Rama (6-0)- In six bouts, the 20 year old Rama has not been out of the first round. In his last bout, he KO'd the previously undefeated Mike Hackert at MFC 36. Rama unfortunately had a recent bout pulled because Chris Barnett failed his medicals. Rama has plenty of power and a solid positional ground game. More speed and technique will come as his skills are sharpened with hard work.
Karl "The Wrecking Machine" Etherton (8-0)- This English fighter has finished all 8 of his opponents in the first round, including his Bellator debut against Jason Fish (2-3). Etherton, the UCC HW champion has not faced quality competition thus far in his career. Bigger fights are on the way for this heavy handed Brit and his grappling needs to improve by leaps and bounds for him to remain undefeated.
Marcin "Tybur" Tybura (7-0)- Little is known about this Polish heavyweight who has 3 submissions and 2 TKO's on his resume. Tybur is at his best getting the fight to the ground and looking to lay down ground and pound.
Ante "Walking Trouble" Delija (6-0)- The 6'5" and 230 pound Croatian is just 22 years old. He'll need to add some muscle to his frame as he faces tougher competition. In his last bout in December, Delija went to a decision for the first time in his career, winning over former UFC champ Ricco Rodriguez (49-19).
Levan Razmadze (5-0)- The Georgian(Russia) is a big heavyweight who has finished all opponents earning 3 submissions and 2 KO's. Razmadze was a member of the Georgian national judo team and an alternate in the 2008 Olympics. He has primarily competed in the Deep organization, with submission wins over Ryuta Noji (16-7) and Kazuhisa Tazawa (7-2).
Jan "The Saint" Jorgensen (6-0)- The 26 year old former defensive end from Brigham Young University utilizes his big power standing and his highschool wrestling background to get the fight to the mat. He has fought exclusively for the Utah promotion "Showdown Fights" earning 4 KO's and 1 submission as a professional. Jorgensen needs to improve his submission game when he does get the fight to the floor.
Rapheal Butler (5-0)- The 6'3" Minnesotan currently fights right near the 265 pound heavyweight limit. In his last bout he KO'd previously undefeated Brett Murphy (6-1) in just 13 seconds. Butler is (35-12) as a pro boxer and will need to dramatically improve his wrestling and ground game as he progresses to the next level of competition. It is rumored that he has signed with Bellator. As a pro boxer, he TKO'd Lyle McDowell (27-13), Dan Ward (29-19) and MMA's Iron Man Travis Fulton.
Gheorghe Ignat (5-0)- This 8X national Greco Roman champion from Romania currently trains at The Arena in San Diego. He is training BJJ with legends Saul and Xande Riberio and boasts 3 submission victories on his resume. His striking needs to improve greatly to get to the next level in MMA.
Dan Charles (5-0)- The Arizona Combat Sports representative has fought exclusively in the Rage in the Cage promotion. Charles likes to brawl and has a solid wrestling base.
Hrvoje Slade (5-0)- This 23 year old Croatian 220 pound heavyweight might make the drop to 205 in the near future. He threw punches in bunches in his last fight to KO Marko Igrc (9-4), a light heavyweight, at House of Gladiators 1.
Ion Cutelaba (4-0)- The 19 year old Moldovan fighter is a judo and combat sambo champion. He has an agressive boxing style to go along with his solid grappling. Cutelaba hasn't faced the best competition yet fighting primarily in Molodova and Bulgaria. Look for him to jump into a better European promotion soon, like Cage Warriors, Bamma or M-1.
Chris "The Big Buck" Birchler (4-0)- The 25 year old collegiate wrestler out of New Jersey has been competing on the Eastern US circuit notching wins in CFFC and the Ring of Combat organization. Birchler will need to dramatically improve his striking game to defeat better opponents, but the potential is there for the 6'3" Birchler to be a force in the division.
Ken Hasegawa (6-0)- At 5'11" this 220 pound Japanese heavyweight will likely drop to 205 in a bigger organization. So far he has fought all 6 times in the Deep organization
Fernando Camolesi or Camoles (4-0)- This Brazilian Top Team member is 6'5" and pushes 260 pounds. He hasn't fought even remotely decent competition yet, but has finished all his opponents in the 1st round.
Jared Cannonier (4-0)- This Alaskan heavyweight has yet to fight outside his home state. He defeated Josh Ofir (7-3) in his last bout.
*If you know of any undefeated heavyweight fighters who are under 30 years old, have not yet fought in UFC, and have at least 4 wins with at least one win in 2012, please list them in the comments section and I'll have them posted.
The overall success of these fighters is dependent on many factors. Almost all need better technique in their stand-up game and better conditioning. Hopefully they can stay healthy while putting in hard work. Here is a look at some current undefeated heavyweights that will look to breakthrough to the big leagues.
Nikita "Al Capone" Krylov (14-0)- The 6'3" Ukrainian fighter just signed a deal to fight for the UFC. He has 9 submissions and 5 TKO's on his resume, all since turning pro in July of 2012. His last bout was a 1st round TKO win over previously undefeated Gabriel Tampu (5-1).
Vitaly Minakov (10-0)- This 4X Sambo world champion from Russia made a successful Bellator debut in November, TKO'ing Vladimir Starcencov in the second round. Minakov has 1st round KO wins over Eddie Sanchez and Fabiano Scherner. The 6'3" Minakov is not a big heavyweight, usually coming in the mid 230's. He may have to put on additional muscle or cut down to 205 in the future.
Volkan "Cousin" Oezdemer (9-0)- The Turkish born Swiss fighter primarily relies on his Muay Thai game and possesses a blue belt in BJJ. On March 13th, he won 3 fights in one night to capture the Valhalla "Battle of the Kings" tournament. The HW champ of Lions FC, Oezdemer will have to improve his grappling when he moves to the next level of competition.
Smealinho "The Prince" Rama (6-0)- In six bouts, the 20 year old Rama has not been out of the first round. In his last bout, he KO'd the previously undefeated Mike Hackert at MFC 36. Rama unfortunately had a recent bout pulled because Chris Barnett failed his medicals. Rama has plenty of power and a solid positional ground game. More speed and technique will come as his skills are sharpened with hard work.
Karl "The Wrecking Machine" Etherton (8-0)- This English fighter has finished all 8 of his opponents in the first round, including his Bellator debut against Jason Fish (2-3). Etherton, the UCC HW champion has not faced quality competition thus far in his career. Bigger fights are on the way for this heavy handed Brit and his grappling needs to improve by leaps and bounds for him to remain undefeated.
Marcin "Tybur" Tybura (7-0)- Little is known about this Polish heavyweight who has 3 submissions and 2 TKO's on his resume. Tybur is at his best getting the fight to the ground and looking to lay down ground and pound.
Ante "Walking Trouble" Delija (6-0)- The 6'5" and 230 pound Croatian is just 22 years old. He'll need to add some muscle to his frame as he faces tougher competition. In his last bout in December, Delija went to a decision for the first time in his career, winning over former UFC champ Ricco Rodriguez (49-19).
Levan Razmadze (5-0)- The Georgian(Russia) is a big heavyweight who has finished all opponents earning 3 submissions and 2 KO's. Razmadze was a member of the Georgian national judo team and an alternate in the 2008 Olympics. He has primarily competed in the Deep organization, with submission wins over Ryuta Noji (16-7) and Kazuhisa Tazawa (7-2).
Jan "The Saint" Jorgensen (6-0)- The 26 year old former defensive end from Brigham Young University utilizes his big power standing and his highschool wrestling background to get the fight to the mat. He has fought exclusively for the Utah promotion "Showdown Fights" earning 4 KO's and 1 submission as a professional. Jorgensen needs to improve his submission game when he does get the fight to the floor.
Rapheal Butler (5-0)- The 6'3" Minnesotan currently fights right near the 265 pound heavyweight limit. In his last bout he KO'd previously undefeated Brett Murphy (6-1) in just 13 seconds. Butler is (35-12) as a pro boxer and will need to dramatically improve his wrestling and ground game as he progresses to the next level of competition. It is rumored that he has signed with Bellator. As a pro boxer, he TKO'd Lyle McDowell (27-13), Dan Ward (29-19) and MMA's Iron Man Travis Fulton.
Gheorghe Ignat (5-0)- This 8X national Greco Roman champion from Romania currently trains at The Arena in San Diego. He is training BJJ with legends Saul and Xande Riberio and boasts 3 submission victories on his resume. His striking needs to improve greatly to get to the next level in MMA.
Dan Charles (5-0)- The Arizona Combat Sports representative has fought exclusively in the Rage in the Cage promotion. Charles likes to brawl and has a solid wrestling base.
Hrvoje Slade (5-0)- This 23 year old Croatian 220 pound heavyweight might make the drop to 205 in the near future. He threw punches in bunches in his last fight to KO Marko Igrc (9-4), a light heavyweight, at House of Gladiators 1.
Ion Cutelaba (4-0)- The 19 year old Moldovan fighter is a judo and combat sambo champion. He has an agressive boxing style to go along with his solid grappling. Cutelaba hasn't faced the best competition yet fighting primarily in Molodova and Bulgaria. Look for him to jump into a better European promotion soon, like Cage Warriors, Bamma or M-1.
Chris "The Big Buck" Birchler (4-0)- The 25 year old collegiate wrestler out of New Jersey has been competing on the Eastern US circuit notching wins in CFFC and the Ring of Combat organization. Birchler will need to dramatically improve his striking game to defeat better opponents, but the potential is there for the 6'3" Birchler to be a force in the division.
Ken Hasegawa (6-0)- At 5'11" this 220 pound Japanese heavyweight will likely drop to 205 in a bigger organization. So far he has fought all 6 times in the Deep organization
Fernando Camolesi or Camoles (4-0)- This Brazilian Top Team member is 6'5" and pushes 260 pounds. He hasn't fought even remotely decent competition yet, but has finished all his opponents in the 1st round.
Jared Cannonier (4-0)- This Alaskan heavyweight has yet to fight outside his home state. He defeated Josh Ofir (7-3) in his last bout.
*If you know of any undefeated heavyweight fighters who are under 30 years old, have not yet fought in UFC, and have at least 4 wins with at least one win in 2012, please list them in the comments section and I'll have them posted.
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Video of the Day - Belfort v. Lindland
Here are MMA legends Vitor Belfort and Matt Lindland fighting in Affliction - Reckoning which took place on 1/24/09. The fight features one of the best KO's from the promotion's 2 event run.
Belfort next faces Luke Rockhold at UFC on FX 8.
Belfort next faces Luke Rockhold at UFC on FX 8.
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Video of the Day - Dunham v. Kaneshiro
Here is Evan Dunham versus Eben Kaneshiro from Rise Fighting Championships which took place on 9/13/08 in Eugene, Oregon.
Dunham (14-3, 7-3 UFC) will look to win his second straight UFC win against Rafeal Dos Anjos (18-6) at UFC on FX 8.
Dunham (14-3, 7-3 UFC) will look to win his second straight UFC win against Rafeal Dos Anjos (18-6) at UFC on FX 8.
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