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‘TUF 15’ Hits New Low; Episode 11 Draws 821,000 Viewers to FX
“The Ultimate Fighter 15” reached a new low on Friday night, drawing just 821,000 viewers to FX for the season’s 11th episode.
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UFC On FX 4 Fight Card: Maynard Vs. Guida
The UFC will return to the FX network twice in June, on the 8th and the 22nd. UFC on FX 4 on June 22nd will take place in the new Revel hotel and casino in Atlantic City, NJ, and will feature a big lightweight main event. Former title challenger Gray Maynard will meet Clay Guida in a five-round fight. In addition to that, Spencer Fisher and Sam Stout will meeet for the third time, and Brian Ebersole will return to face T.J. Waldburger. Here's the current rundown of fights:
June 22nd, live on FX from Atlantic City, NJ:
Gray Maynard (10-1-1, 1 NC) vs. Clay Guida (29-12)
Spencer Fisher (24-8) vs. Sam Stout (17-7-1)
Brian Ebersole (49-14-1, 1 NC) vs. T.J. Waldburger (15-6)
Ross Pearson (13-5) vs. Cub Swanson (16-5)
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 4
Hatsu Hioki (26-4-2) vs. Ricardo Lamas (11-2)
Jimy Hettes (10-0) vs. Steven Siler (20-9)
Papy Abedi (8-2) vs. Rick Story (13-5)
Matt Riddle (6-3) vs. Luis Ramos (19-7)
Ramsey Nijem (5-2) vs. C.J. Keith (8-0)
Ricardo Funch (8-3) vs. Dan Miller (13-6, 1 NC)
Chris Camozzi (16-5) vs. Nick Catone (9-2)
Edwin Figueroa (10-1) vs. Ken Stone (10-3)
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‘UFC 146 Primetime’ Episode 2 Airs Friday at 11 p.m. Eastern on FX
The second episode of the three-part "UFC 146 Primetime" series airs Friday night at 11 p.m. Eastern following "The Ultimate Fighter LIVE" on FX.
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Episode 10 of “The Ultimate Fighter 15” drew an average of 948,000 viewers to FX, according to an industry source.
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UFC on FX 3 on June 8th will feature a rematch of the flyweight tournament semi-final between Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall. The first bout at UFC on FX 2 was marred by a scoring controversy and went to a draw, so they'll do it all over again in a "three-round plus bonus round if necessary" format. The Hometown Throwdown contest winner was Fort Lauderdale, FL, so that is where the event is going down. There was also another contest to pick the fourth main card fight, and the Jorgensen vs. Wineland fight won out (atta boy bantamweight fans!). Here's how the card looks right now:
June 8th, live on FX (Fort Lauderdale, FL):
Demetrious Johnson (14-2-1) vs. Ian McCall (11-2-1) [Flyweight Tourney Semi-Final]
Mike Pyle (22-8-1) vs. Josh Neer (33-10-1)
Erick Silva (13-2, 1 NC) vs. Charlie Brenneman (15-3)
Scott Jorgensen (13-5) vs. Eddie Wineland (17-8-1)
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 3
Mike Pierce (13-5) vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha (9-1)
Dustin Pague (10-5) vs. Jared Papazian (14-7, 1 NC)
Buddy Roberts (11-2) vs. Caio Magalhaes (5-0)
Bernardo Magalhaes (11-2) vs. Henry Martinez (8-2)
Seth Baczynski (15-6) vs. Lance Benoist (6-0)
Jake Hecht (11-3) vs. Sean Pierson (11-6)
Tim Means (17-3-1) vs. Justin Salas (10-3)
Leonard Garcia (15-8-1) vs. Matt Grice (14-4)
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Rick Story scrapping with Papy Abedi at UFC on FX 4
It’s amazing how much can change in a year. Last May, UFC welterweight Rick Story was seen by many as a top contender, possibly even the future of the division, after racking up six straight wins including success against Thiago Alves and Johny Hendricks. Fast-forward to today and the 27-year old will look to avoid notching his third consecutive defeat when he takes to the Octagon on June 22 as part of the UFC on FX 4 lineup.
Story was initially scheduled to face Rich Attonito at the event. However, an injury to Attonito has forced the Ultimate Fighter alumnus out of the bout with Swedish grappler Papy Abedi stepping up to fill the vacancy.
UFC officials have confirmed the change.
The 13-5 Story is coming off decision losses to Charlie Brenneman and most recently Martin Kampmann. However, the stumble against Brenneman came with less than 48 hours notice after his original adversary was pulled at the last second for drug-related reasons. All five of his losses have involved the judges’ scorecards meaning Story has never been finished.
A Closer Look at Story’s Stumble Against Kampmann
Abedi will likely be fighting for his job against Story after suffering two opening round losses in his only two UFC appearances. Prior to his debut he had racked up an 8-0 record including seven stoppages.
UFC on FX 4 is headlined by Clay Guida-Gray Maynard with other in-ring appearances from Dan Miller, Brian Ebersole, Sam Stout, Hatsu Hioki, and Ross Pearson.
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Read the full article at Fighters.comRich Attonito Injured, Out of UFC on FX 4; Rick Story Now Meets Papy Abedi
Papy Abedi will step in for an injured Rich Attonito at UFC on FX 4 to take on Rick Story in a preliminary welterweight duel, promotion officials recently announced.
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UFC on FX 4: Rick Story vs Papy Abedi booked with Rich Attonito scratched
Here we go again.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has yet another injured fighter and yet another fight card shake up, this time it impacts UFC on FX 4, which will take place at the Revel Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, N.J., on June 22, 2012.
The mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion recently revealed that Rich Attonito sustained an undisclosed injury in training that will force him out of his upcoming Welterweight tilt with Rick Story in the "Garden State." Hard-luck Swede Papy Abedi has reportedly accepted to step in on relatively short notice and attempt to score his first win insider the Octagon against "The Horror."
Abedi, who was undefeated prior to his UFC debut in 2011, has since lost back-to-back fights to Thiago Alves late last year and then James Head more recently just last month. Both losses came via submission (rear naked choke), which is clearly a gaping hole in Abedi's game that he'll need to try and plug real fast against a well-rounded fighter with a strong wrestling base like Story.
Then again, it probably wouldn't surprise too many fight fans if Story decides to bang with the powerful Judo player.
Story, meanwhile, is in the midst of a two-fight losing skid, dropping back-to-back unanimous decisions to Charlie Brenneman and Martin Kampmann, respectively. Prior to the setbacks, "Horror" reeled off six straight victories, including decision wins over top division stalwarts Johny Hendricks and Thiago Alves.
His performance in South Jersey will go a long way toward establishing whether or not he was a contender or just a pretender.
UFC on FX 4 will feature a Lightweight showdown between Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida in the main even of the evening. It will also mark the welterweight debut of Dan Miller, who takes on Ricardo Funch in main card action, among other bouts.
For the latest UFC on FX 4 news and notes be sure to hit up our complete event archive right here. To check out the latest UFC on FX fight card and rumors click here.
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Papy Abedi replaces Rich Attonito, meets Rick Story at UFC on FX 4
Papy Abedi has replaced Rich Attonito and now meets fellow welterweight Rick Story at next month's UFC on FX 4 event.
UFC officials today announced the switch while stating Attonito suffered an undisclosed injury.
UFC on FX 4 takes place June 22 at Revel Casino in Atlantic City, N.J. The night's main card card airs on FX. The prelims, including Abedi vs. Story, air on FUEL TV.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieEpisode 9 of “The Ultimate Fighter 15” Averages 954,000 Viewers on FX
The ninth episode of “The Ultimate Fighter 15” drew an average of 954,000 viewers to FX, according to an industry source.
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While this month's UFC 146 event may feature a shuffled lineup, that
isn't stopping the UFC and FX from giving the main event 'Primetime'
treatment.
In advance of their UFC 146 heavyweight title fight, UFC champ Junior
Dos Santos and former title holder Frank Mir will be featured in an upcoming edition of "UFC
Primetime," a three-part special that airs on FX.
The first episode airs Friday, May 11, at 11 p.m. ET, with subsequent
episodes premiering in the same timeslot on May 18 and May 25.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieFX promises 'self-honest' eval on 'TUF: Live,' but series sticking to Fridays this fall
Ratings for "The Ultimate Fighter: Live" have fallen to the lowest levels in the series'
history, but FX vice president Chuck Saftler insists there's no reason
to panic.
Sure, there are adjustments that need to be made to the long-running
reality competition series, but both FX and the UFC are committed to the
series and believe in its future viability.
And while many MMA pundits have pointed to the show's Friday-night
timeslot as a key reason for its ongoing ratings struggle, Saftler said
the show will remain in its current timeslot for season 16. The solution, the exec said, isn't necessarily a day change.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieFan vote sends Scott Jorgensen vs Eddie Wineland to UFC on FX 3 main card
The fans have spoken.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) will be promoting the bantamweight brawl between Scott Jorgensen vs. Eddie Wineland to the main card of UFC on FX 3, currently scheduled for the BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, Fla., on June 8, 2012.
Their 135-pound slugfest beat out Mike Pierce vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha and Seth Baczynski vs. Lance Benoist in Harley-Davidson's Hometown Throwdown contest that determined the fourth and final bout, according to Heavy MMA.
Jorgensen, a former number one-ranked division championship contender, most recently had a two-fight winning streak snapped to the sensational Renan Barao, dropping a unanimous decision to the super talented Brazilian at UFC 143 just last month.
"Young Guns" was on a straight path to earning a rematch with reigning champion Dominick Cruz prior to the setback, which he'll look to correct against the first-ever World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) bantamweight champion.
Wineland is also looking to get back in the win column, losing back-to-back unanimous decisions to Team Alpha Male top dogs, Urijah Faber and Joseph Benavidez, respectively. He entered the world's mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion with high hopes back in Dec. 2010; however, he has yet to pick up a win inside the Octagon.
And he'll have to take on another former top division contender to get it done.
UFC on FX 3 will also feature a flyweight tournament rematch that pits Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall, as well as an exciting welterweight bout between Mike Pyle vs. Josh Neer.
To check out the latest UFC on FX 3 fight card and rumors click here. And to dig deep into our comprehensive UFC on FX 3 event archive click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaFan Poll Sends Scott Jorgensen-Eddie Wineland Matchup to UFC on FX 3 Main Card
Bantamweights Scott Jorgensen and Eddie Wineland will clash on the UFC on FX 3 main card.
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An intriguing bantamweight matchup between Scott Jorgensen and Eddie Wineland has been added to UFC
on FX 3's main card.
Heavy.com first reported the results of the Harley-Davidson Hometown
Throwdown contest, which allowed fans to choose one of three bouts to
appear on the UFC on FX 3 main card.
MMAjunkie.com subsequently confirmed with sources
close to the contest that Jorgensen vs. Wineland was the bout selected,
beating out Mike Pierce vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha and Seth Baczynski vs.
Lance Benoist for the honor.
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“TUF: Live” Episode 8 Ratings Set New Series Low
Despite having been revamped, repackaged and relocated, The Ultimate Fighter: Live continues to be a ratings disappointment.
MMAWeekly reports that the most recent episode of this season pulled in an audience of only 929,000. That number breaks the record for the series’ lowest ratings (previously 947,000), which was also set by this season.
As part of their broadcast deal with Fox networks, the UFC brought their flagship reality show from SpikeTV – where the first fourteen season of TUF had aired – to FX. They moved the show up to Friday nights and altered the editing format to run episodes weekly along with a live fight. Regardless of the bells and whistles, viewership is down and UFC president Dana White isn’t happy about it.
“As far as the show goes, it’s a f***ing home run for FX,” White told the Orange County Register last week. “It’s on Friday nights. Friday nights they do movies and reruns. We’re the number one thing in males 18-34 every Friday night. If not, we’re number two if they pull something off that beats us. (FX is) happy as a pig in s***.
“For me, I want to pull 3 million viewers on FX. We’re number on Friday nights every week, which they’ve never had. The (UFC 145) prelims on Saturday on FX were number one. It’s a home run for them, but it’s not necessarily a home run for me.”
Last week’s episode saw Coach Urijah Faber’s team take the lead, as last-picked Chris Saunders defeated Team Cruz’s number two seed via split decision in one of the tournament’s last first-round bouts.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyFX and UFC 'going to switch some things up' for future 'TUF' seasons
LAS VEGAS - While officials say they're satisfied with the first season of "The Ultimate Fighter: Live" on FX, changes are on the way.
This season of the UFC's long-running reality series is the first on FX (after seven years and 14 seasons on Spike TV) and the first to feature live fights.
While UFC president Dana White believes many folks have painted a far-too-bleak picture of "TUF: Live," he told MMAjunkie.com some changes are going to be made for future seasons.
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The UFC will return to the FX network twice in June, on the 8th and the 22nd. UFC on FX 3 on June 8th will feature a rematch of the flyweight tournament semi-final between Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall. The first bout at UFC on FX 2 was marred by a scoring controversy and went to a draw, so they'll do it all over again in a "three-round plus bonus round if necessary" format. The Hometown Throwdown contest winner was Fort Lauderdale, FL, so that is where the event is going down. Here's how the card looks at the moment (the main card has not been nailed 100% nailed down yet at this point):
June 8th, live on FX (Fort Lauderdale, FL):
Demetrious Johnson (14-2-1) vs. Ian McCall (11-2-1) [Flyweight Tourney Semi-Final]
Mike Pyle (22-8-1) vs. Josh Neer (33-10-1)
Erick Silva (13-2, 1 NC) vs. Charlie Brenneman (15-3)
Scott Jorgensen (13-5) vs. Eddie Wineland (17-8-1)
Mike Pierce (13-5) vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha (9-1)
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 3
Dustin Pague (10-5) vs. Jared Papazian (14-7, 1 NC)
Buddy Roberts (11-2) vs. Caio Magalhaes (5-0)
Bernardo Magalhaes (11-2) vs. Henry Martinez (8-2)
Seth Baczynski (15-6) vs. Lance Benoist (6-0)
Jake Hecht (11-3) vs. Sean Pierson (11-6)
Tim Means (17-3-1) vs. Justin Salas (10-3)
Leonard Garcia (15-8-1) vs. Matt Grice (14-4)
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Read the full article at Bloody Elbow'UFC on FX 4: Guida vs. Maynard' main card set with four bouts
The four-bout main card for the UFC's first Atlantic City event in seven years is now set.
"UFC on FX 4: Guida vs. Maynard" takes place June 22 at New Jersey's
Revel Atlantic City. The event's main card airs live on FX while
preliminary-card fights are expected to air on FUEL TV.
Headlining the event is a key welterweight bout between top lightweight
contender Clay Guida and two-time title challenger
Gray Maynard.
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TUF Live TV Ratings a Home Run for FX; Not So Much for Dana White
UFC president Dana White loves the format of "TUF: Live," but the he isn't as happy of FX is about the show's TV ratings.
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Bout between Hatsu Hioki-Ricardo Lamas booked for UFC on FX 4
The list of possible opponents for UFC featherweight champ Jose Aldo’s next fight was reduced by one after the UFC revealed Hatsu Hioki will face Ricardo Lamas on June 22 as part of the UFC on FX 4 lineup. Hioki is seen by many as the #2 145-pounder in the world behind Aldo, though the Japanese grappler himself had previously stated he wanted one more warm-up fight before taking a test as stiff as the one Aldo issues each time he steps into the cage.
UFC on FX 4 is set for Atlantic City, New Jersey and is headlined by a bout between top lightweights Gray Maynard-Clay Guida.
Hioki is currently on a six-fight winning streak including a pair of decisions inside the Octagon, the most recent of which came in February against Bart Palaszewski. He holds an overall record of 26-4-2 including twelve instances of success by way of submission and victories over Jeff Curran, Ronnie Mann, Marlon Sandro, and Mark Hominick.
The 11-2 Lamas may not have Hioki’s hype but is a competent competitor nonetheless, going 2-0 inside the Octagon with a pair of stoppages since coming over to the UFC from WEC.
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Hats off to Hatsu.
Japanese import Hatsu Hioki, one of the few viable contenders in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) featherweight division, has opted to spin the wheel one more time rather than solve the 145-pound puzzle.
And the path to Jose Aldo, which begins at UFC on FX 4 on June 22, 2012 in Atlantic City, NJ, is paved with Ricardo Lamas.
That's where "The Bully" will try to end Hioki's six-fight winning streak and make an argument for a title shot of his own -- assuming he can make a better case than the winner of Dustin Poirier vs. Chan Sung Jung, who also try to get "in the mix" next month in Fairfax.
UFC President Dana White explains the matchmaking process to Fox Sports after the jump.
"Many pegged Hioki as the next possible challenger for Jose Aldo's title, but he wants one more test before going for the belt. In his way is Lamas, who has proven to be a tough competitor for anyone to deal with, especially since moving down to featherweight and finishing both opponents at 145 pounds. Both guys have verbally agreed to the match."
UFC on FX 4 will feature a lightweight main event of Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida, as both powerful wrestlers try to scratch and claw their way back into the 155-pound title hunt.
Elsewhere on the card, former middleweight mainstay (and "Garden State" native) Dan Miller will make his welterweight debut against Ricardo Funch while Sam Stout completes his "King" trilogy against Spencer Fisher.
For the latest UFC on FX 4 news and notes check out our complete event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 4 Update: Featherweights Hatsu Hioki, Ricardo Lamas to Clash in Atlantic City
A pivotal featherweight tilt has been booked for UFC on FX 4.
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Read the full article at SherdogHatsu Hioki vs. Ricardo Lamas added to UFC on FX 4 in New Jersey
True to his promise, Hatsu Hioki will fight one
more time before challenging UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo.
UFC officials today confirmed Hioki will meet Ricardo Lamas at UFC in FX 4, which takes place takes place June 22 at Revel
Atlantic City in Atlantic City, N.J. The night's main card airs on FX,
and FUEL TV is expected to carry the prelims.
It's currently unknown where the Hioki vs. Lamas matchup will fall on the evening's schedule.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC 145 Prelims Draw 1.6 Million Viewers on FX; Bellator 66 Pulls 109,000 on MTV2
The Ultimate Fighting Championship drew its highest viewership numbers on cable network FX last Saturday, as the UFC 145 prelims attracted an average of 1.6 million viewers to the Fox-owned station.
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UFC 145 Prelims: 1.6 million viewers
MMA Weekly reports that the prelims for UFC 145 on FX scored an average of 1.6 million viewers. The ratings are a network high for the UFC Prelims on FX.
The ratings reflect the fact that the UFC on FX is increasing its ratings average each time its on the network. Despite the downturn in viewers to TUF Live on FX Fridays, it seems that fans are finding the UFC Prelims on FX just fine. UFC 145 Prelims tied for third all-time in terms of ratings for televised prelims on Spike TV and FX.
Payout Perspective:
Positive news for the UFC and FX. For the UFC, the high viewership helps with the probability that those fans were likely buying the PPV. For FX, it shows that the UFC viewership on the network is steadily increasing each time its on the network.
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Read the full article at MMA PayoutReminder: Choose the Opening Bout of UFC on FX 3 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Fans have been given the opportunity to choose which fight will open up the next UFC on FX card, which takes place June 8 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., as part of the Harley-Davidson Hometown Throwdown.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC 145 Prelims on FX Continue TV Ratings Uptick
The UFC preliminary broadcasts on the FX network continue on a steady uptick with UFC 145.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC 145 ratings: FX's prelims broadcast scores record 1.6 million viewers
This past weekend's UFC 145 preliminary-card broadcast scored a record 1.6 million viewers on FX.
MMAjunkie.com today confirmed the ratings information with industry sources.
The April 21 broadcast, which preceded the night's pay-per-view main card, bested every UFC on FX main-card broadcast and PPV preliminary-card special since the UFC moved from Spike TV to the FOX family of channels earlier this year.
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It was a back-and-forth first round ... until Pat Barry unleashed a left hook that dropped Christian Morecraft. Then Barry dropped the biggest bombs of all in their heavyweight tilt at UFC on FX:...
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Fans have been given the opportunity to choose which fight will open up the next UFC on FX card, which takes place June 8 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., as part of the Harley-Davidson Hometown Throwdown.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 4 tickets for sale soon for 'Maynard vs Guida' at Revel Atlantic City on June 22 in NJ
Tickets for UFC on FX 4: "Maynard vs. Guida," which was recently made official for Revel Atlantic City in southern New Jersey on June 22, 2012, will go on sale to the general public on Fri., April 20, 2012, at 10 a.m. ET.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Fight Club members and UFC Newsletter subscribers, naturally, will be able to scoop up tickets prior to them being available for public consumption thanks to two separate special presales.
UFC on FX 4 will feature a lightweight main event of Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida, as both powerful wrestlers try to scratch and claw their way back into the 155-pound title hunt.
Elsewhere on the card, former middleweight mainstay (and "Garden State" native) Dan Miller will make his welterweight debut against Ricardo Funch while Sam Stout completes his "King" trilogy against Spencer Fisher.
Here is the UFC on FX 4 tickets sales schedule (all times ET):
UFC Fight Club presale: Weds., April 18 at 10 a.m.UFC Newsletter presale: Thurs., April 19 at 10 a.m.General tickets sale: Fri., April 20 at 10 a.m.
UFC on FX 4 tickets can be purchased through StubHub.com (Note: StubHub often has seats available even if the event is "sold out"). It will also be available to watch for free on FX at 9 p.m. ET on fight night.
For the latest UFC on FX 4 news and notes check out our complete event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaGray Maynard Opens as 3 to 1 Favorite Over Clay Guida at UFC on FX 4
The oddsmakers have made Gray Maynard a big favorite as he heads into his UFC on FX 4 showdown against Clay Guida.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC On FX 4 Fight Card: Maynard Vs. Guida
The UFC will return to the FX network twice in June, on the 8th and the 22nd. UFC on FX 4 on June 22nd will take place in the new Revel hotel and casino in Atlantic City, NJ, and will feature a big lightweight main event. Former title challenger Gray Maynard will meet Clay Guida in a five-round fight. In addition to that, Rick Story will look to reclaim top-tier welterweight status in a bout with Rich Attonito, and Brian Ebersole will return to face T.J. Waldburger. Here's the current rundown of fights (the main card and bout order haven't been determined as of yet):
June 22nd, live on FX from Atlantic City, NJ:
Gray Maynard (10-1-1, 1 NC) vs. Clay Guida (29-12)
Rich Attonito (10-5) vs. Rick Story (13-5)
Brian Ebersole (49-14-1, 1 NC) vs. T.J. Waldburger (15-6)
Jimy Hettes (10-0) vs. Steven Siler (20-9)
Ross Pearson (13-5) vs. Cub Swanson (16-5)
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 4
Matt Riddle (6-3) vs. Luis Ramos (19-7)
Ramsey Nijem (5-2) vs. C.J. Keith (8-0)
Ricardo Funch (8-3) vs. Dan Miller (13-6, 1 NC)
Chris Camozzi (16-5) vs. Nick Catone (9-2)
Edwin Figueroa (10-1) vs. Ken Stone (10-3)
Spencer Fisher (24-8) vs. Sam Stout (17-7-1)
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UFC On FX 4 Tickets To Go On Sale This Week; Main Event To Feature Clay Guida-Gray Maynard
The UFC is headed back to Atlantic City, as UFC on FX 4 will go down June 22 from the Revel Casino and Resort. UFC on FX 4 will feature a main event between lightweights Clay Guida and Gray Maynard, as the two look to remain in contention in one of the UFC’s deepest and [...]
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We're just over two months away.
After a seven-year drought, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is finally returning to Atlantic City, NJ, with UFC on FX 4, featuring Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida in the network-televised headliner booked for the new Revel Hotel and Casino on June 22, 2012.
East Coast, represent.
Elsewhere on the card, former middleweight mainstay (and "Garden State" native) Dan Miller will make his welterweight debut against Ricardo Funch while Sam Stout completes his "King" trilogy against Spencer Fisher.
The current UFC on FX 4 fight card and line-up after the jump.
Main Event (Five-round, non-title fight):
155 lbs.: Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida
Other Scheduled Fights:
155 lbs.: Sam Stout vs. Spencer Fisher170 lbs.: Rick Story vs. Rich Attonito170 lbs.: Brian Ebersole vs T.J. Waldburger170 lbs.: Dan Miller vs. Ricardo Funch145 lbs.: Jim Hettes vs. Steven Siler145 lbs.: Ross Pearson vs. Cub Swanson135 lbs.: Edwin Figueroa vs. Ken Stone185 lbs.: Nick Catone vs. Chris Camozzi170 lbs.: Luis Ramos vs. Matt Riddle155 lbs.: C.J. Keith vs. Ramsey Nijem
For the latest UFC on FX 4 news and notes be sure to hit up our complete event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaThe Ultimate Fighter (TUF): 'Brazil' debuts on Fuel TV June 2012
Are you ready for The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) to be broadcast year-round? If you just answered with a Diego Sanchez-inspired, "Yes!" then you're about to get good news.
Fuel TV's Executive Vice President and General Manager George Greenberg made the announcement earlier today (April 9, 2012) during a special conference call with the media before the upcoming UFC on Fuel TV 2 event in Stockholm, Sweden.
Part of the plan is to not have the TUF: "Brazil" season interfere with the current season of TUF: "Live," which airs on sister station, FX. Once the current "Live" season finishes its run on FX, the TUF: "Brazil" replay will begin on Fuel TV this June.
The goal isn't to be entirely up with the times -- the "Brazil" finalists are expected to fight each other at UFC 147 on June 23, 2012. On the contrary, it will be more to keep the plate warm for the next season of TUF on FX, which is scheduled to debut later this September.
Greenberg explains it all after the jump:
"We're probably going to air it in June and the reason why we're not airing it simultaneously is because we don't want to take any air out of the room promotionally for TUF on FX. TUF on Brazil is something that is airing in real time in Brazil and if you haven't seen it hear, that just means you haven't seen it here. In the wonderful world of time-shifting, as soon as TUF on FX is done, then we will premier TUF Brazil which will be a great promotional tool to lead into the next TUF on FX and it will be a constant give and a go between a series that is happening right here and now and a series that possibly did not happen at the exact same time that was going on in real time. So really, there isn't a lot of room in the world for two TUFs at one time and we wanted the first one to sit in there and plant, seat itself and we'll use the next one as a vehicle which I hear is wonderful and I've seen a couple. It's pretty raw and pretty intense and that will lead into TUF again which takes off on FX probably in September."
Of course, if you don't feel like waiting, you can watch all the current episodes of TUF: "Brazil" live on en.tuf.tv and we'll continue running live results and update articles here on MMAmania to keep you current in case you need that immediate international fix.
So what do you think of this idea?
Will you be tuning in to a super-delayed season of The Ultimate Fighter? What do you think of the idea for having a season of The Ultimate Fighter airing year-round on the FOX team of networks?
Opinions, please.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC On FX 3 Fight Card: Johnson Vs. McCall
The UFC will return to the FX network twice in June, on the 8th and the 22nd. UFC on FX 3 on June 8th will feature a rematch of the flyweight tournament semi-final between Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall. The first bout at UFC on FX 2 was marred by a scoring controversy and went to a draw, so they'll do it all over again in a "three-round plus bonus round if necessary" format. The Hometown Throwdown contest winner was Fort Lauderdale, FL, so that is where the event is going down. Here's how the card looks at the moment (the main card has not been nailed 100% nailed down yet at this point):
June 8th, live on FX (location TBA):
Demetrious Johnson (14-2-1) vs. Ian McCall (11-2-1) [Flyweight Tourney Semi-Final]
Mike Pyle (22-8-1) vs. Josh Neer (33-10-1)
Erick Silva (13-2, 1 NC) vs. Charlie Brenneman (15-3)
Scott Jorgensen (13-5) vs. Eddie Wineland (17-8-1)
Mike Pierce (13-5) vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha (9-1)
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 3
Dustin Pague (10-5) vs. Jared Papazian (14-7, 1 NC)
Buddy Roberts (11-2) vs. Caio Magalhaes (5-0)
Bernardo Magalhaes (11-2) vs. Henry Martinez (8-2)
Seth Baczynski (15-6) vs. Lance Benoist (6-0)
Jake Hecht (11-3) vs. Sean Pierson (11-6)
Tim Means (17-3-1) vs. Justin Salas (10-3)
Leonard Garcia (15-8-1) vs. Matt Grice (14-4)
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUltimate Fighter And UFC Primetime Ratings On FX Continue To Drop
The ratings are in for the fifth episode of The Ultimate Fighter on FX and it's not pretty. 947,000 viewers tuned in. This is the first time the series has dropped below 1 million viewers. WWE Smackdown on Syfy was the top original cable program in that Friday night time slot with over 2.7 million viewers.
Here are the viewership numbers for the series so far:
TUF Live Episode 1: 1.28 million viewersTUF Live Episode 2: 1.1 million viewersTUF Live Episode 3: 1.2 million viewersTUF Live Episode 4: 947,000 viewers
There is more bad news for the UFC as MMA Payout reports that the debut UFC Primetime for UFC 145 drew 462.000 viewers.
Related Stories UFC Ultimate Fighter Live Wrap Up: Chiesa Wins Despite FlawsUFC 145 Primetime Video: Jon Jones Vs. Rashad Evans - Episode 1
MMA Payout comments:
Dismal ratings all around for the UFC. Do we attribute the poor ratings on the network change, the change to Friday nights, the content changes or all of the above. Certainly, some viewers may DVR TUF Live and UFC Primetime although the show overruns make recording the west coast reruns impossible unless you record the whole night on FX. As we reported last week, the UFC is still where it wants to be on FX based on the demos and overall performance of the network. But, just like a young team that shows promise, there will be lots of growing pains.
Payout has more in their first quarter review of the UFC's deal with Fox, FX and Fuel. Here's the commentary on the FX deal:
FX and the newly revamped "TUF Live" were a big part of the TV deal with TUF being the key platform the UFC uses to create future stars and PPV draws. So far, the show has been a disappointment (in terms of ratings) with all-time rating lows for the series. Dana White and the UFC brass predicted that they could very well reach 3 million viewers for TUF on FX if they were getting around 1.5 million on Spike TV without any promotion. Well, that prediction hasn't panned out yet, even with heavy promotion leading up the the debut on FX. More shocking is that after UFC moved to FX, FX network's M18-34 and M18-49 demos have decreased compared to Q1 2011 while Spike's have gone up. FX dedicating Friday nights as "UFC Nights", a day which is notorious for bad ratings and when the M18-34 demographic is not at home in front of their TV sets, has also not panned out for the UFC yet. Moving the content to mid-week could be a solution, but FX is happy enough with the Friday night ratings since it's an improvement from what they get with non-UFC content, so it looks like the UFC will have to ride this out for the time being.
My take on these numbers is that there are two main issues hurting the UFC's ratings on FX:
Fans are confused about where to find UFC programmingDana White has admitted to being frustrated with the ongoing difficulty in getting the message out to UFC fans that the promotion is not longer on Spike TV. This problem will be solved with enough time and the ample promotional budgets of Fox TV and the UFC.
The Ultimate Fighter is staleThe UFC acknowledged that the formula needed to be changed up when they adopted the live fight format on this season of The Ultimate Fighter. Well it turns out that fans are not especially interested in seeing fights between unknown and not especially promising young fighters whether they are live or not. The fundamental problem facing TUF is this: the best fighters are not on the show. Where the show once brought us talents like Rashad Evans, Forrest Griffin, Josh Koscheck, Kenny Florian and Diego Sanchez who went on to be champions or title contenders, it's been several seasons since a major star came out of TUF. It's time the UFC stopped giving second-tier talents the big TUF push and spent the money necessary to get the best young prospects in front of the reality show cameras.
SBN coverage of UFC 145: Jones vs. Evans
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Read the full article at Bloody Elbow‘TUF 15’ Episode 5 Averages 947,000 Viewers on FX; Bellator 64 Draws 175,000 on MTV2
Friday night’s episode of “The Ultimate Fighter” Season 15 averaged a series-low 947,000 viewers on FX.
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Read the full article at SherdogTickets for UFC on FX: Johnson vs. McCall Available This Week
Tickets for UFC on FX: Johnson vs. McCall, the promotion's return to Florida, go on sale Wednesday to Fight Club members and on Friday to the general public.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAFans Can Choose Opening Bout of UFC on FX 3 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Fans have been given the opportunity to choose which fight will open up the next UFC on FX card, which takes place June 8 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., as part of the Harley-Davidson Hometown Throwdown.
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UFC on FX 3 Fight Card Finalized, TUF: Live Finale Adds Three Bouts
The UFC had a busy weekend of announcements for two upcoming television fight cards.
UFC on FX 3 was finalized with the addition of four new bouts. Welterweight wrestler Charlie Brenneman and Brazilian upstart Erick Silva will meet on the main card. Brenneman enters this bout having defeated Daniel Roberts at UFC on FX 1. Silva returns to action after losing by controversial disqualification.
In addition, middleweight Buddy Roberts will square off against Caio Magalhaes. Both middleweights are making their UFC debuts.
Two lightweight bouts were also added to the card. Tim Means will battle Justin Salas and Bernardo Magalhaes faces Henry Martinez. While Means and Salas were successful in the UFC debuts, Magalhaes and Martinez both dropped their first fights inside the Octagon.
The announcements were made on the UFC's website.
The June 8th card at the BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, Florida and airing on Fuel TV and FX is the location voted as part of the UFC's Hometown Throwdown contest. The card is headlined by the flyweight rematch between Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall.
The UFC also announced three new fights added to the The Ultimate Fighter Live Finale fight card.
Jonathan Brookins, season 12 winner of 'The Ultimate Fighter', will face Charles Oliveira. Brookins enters this bout having stopped Vagner Rocha via strikes in the first round at UFC on FUEL TV 1. This is Oliveira's second bout at featherweight. He won his debut via cafe slicer in the first round over Eric Wisely at UFC on Fox 2.
The UFC announced another featherweight bout: Max Holloway vs. Pat Schilling. Holloway lost his UFC debut by submission to Dustin Poirier at UFC 143. Pat Schilling enter this bout also having lost his UFC debut to Daniel Pineda at UFC on FX 1.Last, but not least, Byron Bloodworth - who lost his UFC debut to Mike Easton at UFC on Versus 6 - will take on John Albert. The Canadian Albert looks to rebound after losing to Ivan Menjivar at UFC on FUEL TV.
The finale for TUF: Live is scheduled to take place June 1 at the Palms Resort Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event is headlined by a five-round, number-one contender's bout between Martin Kampmann and Jake Ellenberger.
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC on FX 3 Bill Complete; 3 Bouts Added to June 8 Main Draw in Fort Lauderdale
The UFC on FX 3 card is now official with 12 ratified contests, promotion officials announced Saturday.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX 4 Fight Card Adds Bantamweight Bout
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has added a bantamweight bout to the line-up for UFC on FX 4, which takes place on June 22 at Revel in Atlantic City, N.J.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyKen Stone vs. Edwin Figueroa added to UFC on FX 4 in Atlantic City
A bantamweight bout between Ken Stone and Edwin Figueroa is the latest addition to this summer's UFC on FX 4 card.
UFC officials recently announced the bout.
UFC on FX 4 takes place takes place June 22 at Revel Atlantic City in Atlantic City, N.J. The night's main card airs on FX, and FUEL TV is expected to carry the prelims.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 3 adds Brenneman-Silva, Magalhaes-Roberts, Magalhaes-Martinez, Means-Salas
The fight card is official for the recently announced "UFC on FX 3: Johnson vs. McCall" event.
As officials announced earlier this week, UFC on FX 3 takes place June 8 at BankAtlantic Center near Fort Lauderdale in Sunrise, Fla.
Previously reported and now-confirmed bouts include welterweights Charlie Brenneman vs. Erick Silva, middleweights Buddy Roberts vs. Caio Magalhaes, and lightweights Bernardo Magalhaes vs. Henry Martinez.
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Tim Means vs. Justin Salas Completes 12-Bout UFC on FX 3 Fight Card (MMAWeekly.com)
The Ultimate Fighting Championship – barring injury – completed its UFC on FX 3 fight card on Friday, confirming several bouts and adding a lightweight contest of Tim Means vs. Justin Salas to the list. Fleshing out at 12 bouts, UFC on FX 3 will take place June 8 at the BankAtlantic Center in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Means (17-3-1) is on an eight-fight winning streak, including his Octagon debut at UFC on Fuel TV 1 in February. He’s a former King of the Cage champion and former training partner of current interim UFC welterweight champion Carlos...
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Read the full article at Yahoo! SportsTim Means vs. Justin Salas Completes 12-Bout UFC on FX 3 Fight Card
The UFC – barring injury – completed its UFC on FX 3 fight card on Friday, confirming several bouts and adding a lightweight contest of Tim Means vs. Justin Salas to the list.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklySean Pierson To Meet Jake Hecht At UFC On FX 3
It was expected that Canadian welterweight Sean Pierson would return in his home country at UFC 149, but that is not the case. Instead, he will face of with Jake Hecht at UFC on FX 3 on June 8th in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Pierson confirmed the news via twitter:
@seanpiersonSean Pierson Hey Guys. It's now Official. My next UFC event will be FX3 & I will take on Jake Hecht in Ft Lauderdale Florida June 8th!!! Apr 06 via HootSuite Favorite Retweet Reply
Pierson (11-6) is currently on a two-fight losing streak, the most recent of which being a unanimous decision loss to Dong Hyun Kim at UFC 141. Hecht (11-6) is 1-1 in the UFC. He picked up a TKO win over Rich Attonito in his debut, but was quickly submitted by T.J. Waldburger at UFC on FX 2.
The bout is scheduled to take place on the preliminary card.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowSean Pierson vs Jake Hecht booked for UFC on FX 3 on June 8 in Florida
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has continued to finalize its upcoming UFC on FX 3 fight card, recently announced for the BankAtlantic Center in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., on June 8, 2012.
Joining the fray will be Canadian "Punisher" Sean Pierson, who today tweeted that he'll trade leather opposite Missouri mauler Jake Hecht in the Harley Davidson-sponsored event.
This could be Pierson's (11-6) last stand, as the 30-something slugger is mired in an 0-2 slump following back-to-back losses to Jake Ellenberger and Dong Hyun Kim. Hecht (11-3) is also coming off a recent defeat, having tapped to T.J. Waldburger (armbar) at UFC on FX 2 earlier this year.
It's do-or-die time for these talented welterweights.
UFC on FX 3 will feature the conclusion of the promotion's recent flyweight tournament as Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall try to settle their 125-pound rematch sans scoring errors.
In addition, fans will be able to vote online and choose which of the following bouts makes the main card: Scott Jorgensen vs. Eddie Wineland, Carlos Eduardo Rocha vs. Mike Pierce, Lance Benoist vs. Seth Baczynski.
For the latest and greatest UFC on FX 3 news and notes check out our comprehensive event archive right here.
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Toronto's Pierson fights Hect at UFC on FX 3
Sportsnet has learned Canadian welterweight Sean Pierson will take on American Jake Hecht at UFC on FX 3 on June 8 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
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Read the full article at sportsnet.caToronto's Pierson fights Hecht at UFC on FX 3
Sportsnet has learned Canadian welterweight Sean Pierson will take on American Jake Hecht at UFC on FX 3 on June 8 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
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Read the full article at sportsnet.caUFC on FX 3 Fight Card Gains Pierson vs. Hecht (MMAWeekly.com)
Now that UFC on FX 3 finally has a home – the BankAtlantic Center in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. – the June 8 fight card is filling up fast. The latest addition to the UFC on FX 3 event is a welterweight bout between Sean Pierson and Jake Hecht. “Hey Guys. It’s now Official. My next UFC event will be FX3 & I will take on Jake Hecht in Ft Lauderdale Florida June 8th!!!” Pierson wrote on his official Twitter account on Friday. Pierson (11-6) emerged victorious in his UFC debut in December of 2010, but has since dropped back-to-back bouts...
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Read the full article at Yahoo! SportsUFC on FX 3 Fight Card Gains Pierson vs. Hecht
The latest addition to the UFC on FX 3 event is a welterweight bout between Sean Pierson and Jake Hecht.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 3 Heads to Florida; Johnson-McCall Rematch Headlines June 8 Fort Lauderdale Card
The UFC has its home for the third FX card. After voting in the Harley-Davidson Hometown Throwdown, UFC on FX 3 heads to Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – the UFC's first trip to the Sunshine State in more...
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC On FX 3 Headed To Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Tickets On Sale Soon
The UFC is officially headed back to Florida, as Fort Lauderdale was named the winner of the Harley-Davidson Hometown Throwdown and will host UFC on FX 3.
UFC on FX 3 will see the rematch between Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall take place, as the two flyweights look to advance in the first-ever UFC flyweight tournament. After their first encounter was incorrectly scored, the match was called a draw. The winner will meet Joseph Benavidez later this year for the title.
Fans will also be able to select from three matches to decide which bout will be shown on the main card. The fights up to be selected include Scott Jorgensen-Eddie Wineland, Carlos Eduardo Rocha-Mike Pierce, and Lance Benoist-Seth Baczynski. Voting can be done by clicking here.
Ticket info below.
UFC Fight Club Presale: Wednesday, April 11, noon ET
UFC Newsletter Presale: Thursday, April 12, noon ET
Public On-Sale Date: Friday, April 13, noon ET
Tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster.
The latest UFC on FX 3 news and information can be found in our fight cards section.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertPayout Perspective: UFC-FOX TV Deal Q1/2012 Performance Review
Last year, UFC and FOX announced a huge 7 year TV deal worth as much as $90-$100 million per year, which would move UFC programming from Spike TV to FOX, FX, FSN’s, and Fuel TV. Now that Q1 of 2012 has passed, we look back and analyze what type of impact UFC programming had on the FOX properties and how the new platforms have impacted the UFC.
FOX (112M households Q1 Ratings:
UFC on FOX:
UFC on FOX 1: Velasquez vs Dos Santos: 5.7M, 3.1 household rating (1 Hour Block, 1 Fight)
UFC on FOX 2: Evans vs Davis: 4.7M, 2.6 household rating (2.5 Hour Block, 3 Fights)
Q1 Average: 5.2M … Trend: Down
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FX (99M households) Q1 RATINGS:
TUF LIVE:
TUF Live Episode 1 – 1.3M
TUF Live Episode 2 – 1.1M
TUF Live Episode 3 – 1.2M
TUF Live Episode 4 – 1.054M
Q1 Average: 1.16M Viewers, Trend: Down
TUF Season Average Rating (last 5 seasons) on Spike TV:
TUF 14 Season on Spike TV (2011) Averaged 1.5M viewers
TUF 13 Season on Spike TV (2011) Averaged 1.3M viewers
TUF 12 Season on Spike TV (2010) Averaged 1.74M viewers
TUF 11 Season on Spike TV (2010) Averaged 1.65M viewers
TUF 10 Season on Spike TV (2009) Averaged 3M viewers
TUF Season Average (last 5 seasons) on Spike TV: 1.84M Viewers
Spike TV Comparable Trend: Down
UFC on FX:
UFC on FX 1: 1.3M
UFC on FX 2: 1.4M
Q1 Average: 1.35M Viewers, Trend: Flat
UFN Average Rating (last 5 events) on Spike TV:
UFN 25 on Spike TV (2011) Averaged 1.8M viewers
UFN 24 on Spike TV (2011) Averaged 2.2M viewers
UFN 23 on Spike TV (2011) Averaged 1.85M viewers
UFN 22 on Spike TV (2010) Averaged 1.2M viewers
UFN 21 on Spike TV (2010) Averaged 1.6M viewers
UFN Average (last 5 events) on Spike TV: 1.73M Viewers
Spike TV Comparable Trend: Down
UFC Primetime:
“UFC Primetime: Diaz vs. Condit” (Episode 1): 657,000 viewers
“UFC Primetime: Diaz vs. Condit” (Episode 2): 520,000 viewers
“UFC Primetime: Diaz vs. Condit” (Episode 3): 442,000 viewers
Q1 Average: 540,000 Viewers, Trend: Down
UFC Primetime Debut Episode Ratings (last 5 events) on Spike TV:
UFC Primetime: GSP vs Shields on Spike TV (2011): 610K viewers
UFC Primetime: Lesnar vs Velasquez on Spike TV (2010): 974K viewers
UFC Primetime: Rampage vs Evans on Spike TV (2011): 1.2M viewers
UFC Primetime: GSP vs Hardy on Spike TV (2010): 1M viewers
UFC Primetime: GSP vs Penn II on Spike TV (2009): 880K viewers
UFC Primetime Debut Episodes (last 5) Average on Spike TV: 933K Viewers
Spike TV Comparable Trend: Down, Flat
UFC on FX Prelims:
UFC 142 Prelims: 880K
UFC 143 Prelims: 1.4M
UFC 144 Prelims: 1.5M
Q1 Average: 1.26M, Trend: Up
UFC Prelims Average Rating (last 5 events) on Spike TV:
UFC 141 Season on Spike TV (2011) Averaged 1.8M viewers
UFC 139 Season on Spike TV (2011) Averaged 1.2M viewers
UFC 137 Season on Spike TV (2011) Averaged 1.1M viewers
UFC 136 Season on Spike TV (2011) Averaged 1M viewers
UFC 135 Season on Spike TV (2011) Averaged 1.6M viewers
Previous 5 UFC Prelims Average on Spike TV: 1.34M Viewers
Spike TV Comparable Trend: Flat
FX & SpikeTV: 2012 (Q1) Primetime Vs. 2011 (Q1) Primetime :
FX
- Men 18-49= -20%
- Men 18-34= -21%
Trend: Down
Spike
- Men 18-49 = +4%
- Men 18-34= +7%
Trend: Up
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FUEL TV (36M Households) Q1 RATINGS:
UFC on FUEL:
- UFC on Fuel TV 1: 217,000
UFC on Fuel Prelims:
UFC on FX1 Fuel Prelims: 148,000
UFC on FOX 2 Prelims: 144,000
UFC on FX 2 Fuel Prelims: 113,000
Q1 Average: 135,000, Trend: Down
UFC Tonight:
UFC Tonight Episode 1: 39,000
UFC Tonight Episode 2: 20,000
UFC Tonight Episode 3: 61,000
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Q1 Average: 63,000, Trend: Up
Overall Q1 Ratings Analysis (Fuel TV PR):
- Fuel TV is television’s fastest-growing cable network this year, according to figures released by Nielsen Media Research. In both the Total Day and Prime Time, the network recorded the largest percentage increases of total viewers among all rated, ad-supported cable networks in the first quarter of 2012.
- Fuel TV continued its unprecedented ratings increases in March, following the growth trend that began in January when Ultimate Fighting Championship® programming began to dominate key day-parts. February was the network’s most-watched month ever, featuring its first live UFC fight, which delivered the channel its most-watched program, most-watched Prime Time and most-watched week.
- Fuel TV aired 233 hours of UFC programming in February and added another 213 hours in March. FUEL TV telecast 646 hours of UFC programming in the first three months of 2012.
- Q1 2012 was FUEL TV’s most-watched in network history, finishing up +100% in Total Viewers and up +125% in M18-49 vs. Q1 2011
- Q1 Prime Time viewership increased +200% in Total Viewers and +260% among M18-49 vs. the same quarter last year
- Q1 Late Night increased +222% on Total Viewers and +275% among M18-49 compared to Q1 in 2011.
Payout Perspective:
Making a conclusion as to whether the UFC and FOX TV deal is a success or failure based on only the Q1 ratings would obviously be premature, but it also doesn’t mean we can’t start to look at the performance of UFC content on the FOX platforms.
The obvious observations here after Q1 has to be how much UFC has helped out Fuel TV, not only in terms of ratings, but also increasing their reach from 30M to 36M since the TV announcement was made back in 2011. However, Fuel TV at the end of the day only reaches 1/3 of the households that Spike TV reached while still being one of the lowest rated networks in cable TV, so unless Fuel’s reach picks up – doesn’t look like that will be the case until the end of the year at the earliest – the UFC will consistently be placing the majority of their content on a channel that only reaches a fraction of what Spike TV gets.
FOX is doing a great job at exposing the UFC product to the masses, but the last event was actually a big drop-off from the first event as every fight went into a decision and almost tripled the length of UFC on FOX 1. Not to mention that four shows a year is just not enough frequency for the casuals. Getting mainstream sponsors for the FOX events has also not been as easy as was expected when the deal was made last year. The ratings drop of the second show caused for the UFC to create “fun and exciting” match-ups for UFC on FOX 3 rather than book big names in hope that casuals will tune in and stick around for “fan-friendly” and exciting booked fights.
FX and the newly revamped “TUF Live” were a big part of the TV deal with TUF being the key platform the UFC uses to create future stars and PPV draws. So far, the show has been a disappointment (in terms of ratings) with all-time rating lows for the series. Dana White and the UFC brass predicted that they could very well reach 3 million viewers for TUF on FX if they were getting around 1.5 million on Spike TV without any promotion. Well, that prediction hasn’t panned out yet, even with heavy promotion leading up the the debut on FX. More shocking is that after UFC moved to FX, FX network’s M18-34 and M18-49 demos have decreased compared to Q1 2011 while Spike’s have gone up. FX dedicating Friday nights as “UFC Nights”, a day which is notorious for bad ratings and when the M18-34 demographic is not at home in front of their TV sets, has also not panned out for the UFC yet. Moving the content to mid-week could be a solution, but FX is happy enough with the Friday night ratings since it’s an improvement from what they get with non-UFC content, so it looks like the UFC will have to ride this out for the time being.
There is something to be said about the simplicity of being a UFC fan and being able to find all the content you needed on one network. Now, with multiple platforms designated with different UFC content, fans are having a difficult time migrating from Spike TV (who will continue to air UFC content through 2012) to multiple FOX platforms. FOX only shows UFC events 4 times a year, FX only on Fridays and sometimes on Saturday, while Fuel TV has designated days where they show no UFC content at all. The complexity for the typical MMA TV viewer has definitely increased since the deal, but regardless of TV programming, MMA fans can always count on tuning in on Saturday nights at least once a month to catch a big PPV event. That is a consistent and simple message the UFC has promoted for years and one that works. It still gets hundreds-of-thousands of UFC fans pumped up for a UFC weekend. Sometimes, simplicity can be bliss.
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Read the full article at MMA PayoutUFC on FX 3 tickets for sale soon for 'Johnson vs McCall' at the BankAtlantic Center in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., on June 8
Tickets for UFC on FX 3: "Johnson vs. McCall," which was recently made official for the Bank Atlantic Center Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, on June 8, 2012, will go on sale to the general public on Fri., April 13, 2012, at 10 a.m. ET.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Fight Club members and UFC Newsletter subscribers, naturally, will be able to scoop up tickets prior to them being available for public consumption thanks to two separate special presales.
The semifinals of the first-ever Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Flyweight tournament will conclude when Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall run back their initial (and controversial) 125-pound encounter.
In addition, fans will be able to choose which of the following bouts makes the main card: Scott Jorgensen vs. Eddie Wineland, Carlos Eduardo Rocha vs. Mike Pierce, Lance Benoist vs. Seth Baczynski.
Here is the UFC on FX 3 tickets sales schedule (all times ET):
UFC Fight Club presale: Weds., April 11 at 10 a.m.
UFC Newsletter presale: Thurs., April 12 at 10 a.m.
General tickets sale: Fri., April 13 at 10 a.m.
UFC on FX 3 tickets can be purchased through StubHub.com (Note: StubHub often has seats available even if the event is "sold out"). It will also be available to watch for free on FX at 9 p.m. ET on fight night.
For the latest UFC on FX 3 news and notes check out our complete event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC Returns to Florida for Johnson-McCall Flyweight Rematch at UFC on FX 3
UFC on FX 3 now has a location, as promotion officials announced Thursday that the June 8 event will take place at the BankAtlantic Center in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
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Read the full article at SherdogTop 5 Knockouts of the Year in the UFC (Video)
Three months into the year, the UFC already has a strong highlight reel of knockouts. That much is evident with Fuel TV posting a video of the top five knockouts of the year so far, and Anthony Pettis’ head kick knockout of Joe Lauzon isn’t even able to make the list. Watch as they count down the top five of the year so far, with additional gems added as honorable mentions.
Only one event this year was not represented in the countdown, UFC on Fuel TV 1. The other six events of 2012 were represented, with UFC 144 being represented the most with three knockouts.
Warning: Make sure to turn your volume down in your headphones or for your speakers during Joe Rogan’s excitement following Tim Boetsch’s knockout of Yushin Okami at UFC 144.
Top 5:
5. Nick Denis over Joseph Sandoval-UFC on FX 1
4. Tim Boetsch over Yushin Okami- UFC 144
3. Stephen Thompson over Dan Stittgen- UFC 143
2. Jose Aldo over Chad Mendes- UFC 142
1. Edson Barboza over Terry Etim-UFC 142
Honorable Mention:
Anthony Pettis over Joe Lauzon- UFC 144
Issei Tamura over Zhang Tiequan- UFC 144
Joseph Benavidez over Yasuhiro Urushitani- UFC on FX 2
Cub Swanson over George Roop- UFC on Fox 2
Pat Barry over Christian Morecraft- UFC on FX 1
Lavar Johnson over Joey Beltran- UFC on Fox 2
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 3 Lands in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., on June 8
The Ultimate Fighting Championship on Thursday announced that Southern Florida is the winner of the most recent Hometown Throwdown contest, naming a location for UFC on FX 3.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 3 announced for the BankAtlantic Center in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. on June 8
The fans have spoken.
The semifinals of the first-ever Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Flyweight tournament will conclude at UFC on FX 3 on June 8, 2012, when Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall run back their initial (and controversial) 125-pound encounter.
And they'll do it at the BankAtlantic Center in Fort Lauderdale.
The south Florida venue garnered the most fan votes in the Harley-Davidson Hometown Throwdown contest, but their work doesn't end there. UFC fans will also get to determine which of the following three bouts will kick off the televised main card, airing live via the FX channel on Friday night (June 8) at 9 p.m. ET.
155 lbs.: Scott Jorgensen vs. Eddie Wineland170 lbs.: Carlos Eduardo Rocha vs. Mike Pierce170 lbs.: Lance Benoist vs. Seth Baczynski
Click here to vote for the fight of your choice -- and to enter to win a brand new Harley Davidson motorcycle.
"Mighty Mouse" and "Uncle Creepy" first mixed it up at the UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" event this past March 2, 2012, in Sydney, Australia. After three close rounds, the two should have went to a fourth, sudden victory round to determine a winner.
However, a scoring error led to the result incorrectly being read a victory in favor of Johnson immediately after the frenetic 15 minutes finished. It was later determined that the ringside judges actually scored it a draw.
The winner of the bout between Johnson and McCall will take on Joseph Benavidez later this year to determine the first-ever UFC 125-pound champion. On that same night in the "Land Down Under," Benavidez brutalized Yasuhiro Urushitani to punch his ticket to the finals on the other side of the four-man bracket.
For a quick refresher course on all the controversy surrounding Johnson vs. McCall part one click here and here. For more on the upcoming UFC on FX 3 event click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaSpencer Fisher vs. Sam Stout III Added to UFC on FX 4
A rubber match between Spencer Fisher and Sam Stout has been added to UFC on FX 4. The two fighters last squared off at UFC Fight Night 10 in 2007. Fisher won that bout, a rematch of their UFC 58 fight, despite having to cut 20 pounds on short notice.
Sam Stout last fought at UFC 142, where he lost a unanimous decision to Thiago Tavares. The bout was Stout’s first since losing his trainer and brother-in-law, Shawn Tompkins, last August.
Spencer Fisher will likely be fighting for his UFC career against Stout, having gone 1-4 in his last five fights. Fisher has not fought outside the UFC since 2006.
UFC on FX 4 will take place June 22 and will be headlined by a bout between lightweights Clay Guida and Gray Maynard. The event will take place in Atlantic, New Jersey.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzySam Stout, Spencer Fisher Meet in Rubber Match at UFC on FX 4 in Atlantic City
Sam Stout and Spencer Fisher will fight for a third time at UFC on FX 4, promotion officials announced Tuesday night.
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Read the full article at SherdogSam Stout set to face Spencer Fisher at UFC on FX 4
A trilogy six years in the making is set for completion this summer when Sam Stout (17-7) scraps with Spencer Fisher (24-8) in hopes of coming out ahead with the 2-1 series win. The two talented lightweights first fought in 2006 when Stout was 21, picking up a Split Decision win over the seasoned veteran, with the second clash coming a year later and featuring Fisher earning the judges’ nod.
According to the UFC, the bout is set for June 22 at UFC on FX 4.
“Their first two fights were absolute wars and this one promises to be just as thrilling,” said UFC President Dana White of Stout vs. Fisher III.
In addition to being a good fight stylistically and having history involved, the bout also pits two pugilists against each other who are in desperate need of a victory inside the Octagon. Fisher has lost four of his last five fights including back-to-back bouts, and though Stout’s case isn’t as dire he is still coming off a decision defeat in his last outing. As such, the recipe certainly appears to be one for fireworks come their meeting in Atlantic City.
Stout Out to Honor Shawn Tompkins‘ Legacy
UFC on FX 4 is headlined by 155-pound contenders Clay Guida and Gray Maynard mixing it up in a five-round rumble. Other scheduled fights include Rick Story vs. Rich Attonito, Ross Pearson vs. Cub Swanson, and Dan Miller vs. Ricardo Funch.
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Read the full article at Fighters.comSam Stout vs Spencer Fisher 3 in the works for UFC on FX 4 in Atlantic City on June 12
The emergency glass has been shattered.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) President Dana White assured Sam Stout after his unanimous decision loss to Spencer Fisher in their electric rematch back in 2007 that he was putting their trilogy match in his back pocket for future use.
White apparently plans to throw his trump card on the table five years to the day of making that promise.
"Showdown Joe" reports that Stout and Fisher will mix it up in a third and likely final Lightweight scrap at UFC on FX 4, which is tentatively scheduled to take place at the Revel Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, NJ, on Sat., June 12, 2012.
Talk about knowing when to hold 'em.
"Hands of Stone" and "The King" first collided at UFC 58 back in 2006, with Stout earning a very close split decision win in a fight that the mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion considers among its 100 best of all time (#88). One year later, the pair ran it back in yet another barn burner, which Fisher ultimately (and to some, controversially) secured a unanimous decision victory.
It's taken nearly six years, but the fighters, as well as the fans, will finally tie a ribbon around one of the more entertaining, and classy, rivalries in the sport.
In his most recent appearance, Stout had a two-fight win streak snapped by Thiago Tavares, losing a decision to the brawny Brazilian at UFC 142 earlier this year. Fisher, meanwhile, is eager to steer himself out of a back-to-back losing skid, which includes a technical knockout loss to the aforementioned brawny Brazilian his last time out.
UFC on FX 4 will feature a a pivotal 155-pound showdown between Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida in the main event of the evening. Elsewhere on the card, former Middleweight mainstay Dan Miller will make his Welterweight debut against Ricardo Funch.
For the latest UFC on FX 4 news and notes be sure to hit up our complete event archive right here. And to check out the most recent UFC on FX 4 fight card and rumors click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaStout gets trilogy bout vs. Fisher at UFC on FX 4
Sam Stout and Spencer Fisher will renew their rivalry as a trilogy bout between the two lightweights is slated for UFC on FX 4.
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Read the full article at sportsnet.caUltimate Fighter (TUF) 15 ratings on FX average 1.1 million viewers for episode 4
Episode four of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 15: "Live" this past Friday night (March 30, 2012) averaged about 1.1 million viewers on the FX channel, according to MMAWeekly.com.
That's less than last week (1.2 million) and nowhere near the high-water mark (1.3 million) set by the debut episode back on March 9. It would seem excitement ran high but has ultimately faded away and we're back to the same old, same old.
In episode four, supposed favorite Myles Jury failed to put his game plan to good use against top pick for Team Urijah Faber, Al Iaquinta, and was bounced from the competition after three grueling rounds. The win put Faber's squad back in control and finally gave "The California Kid" something to write home about.
The next installment of TUF 15: "Live," episode five, is scheduled to take place this Friday night (April 6, 2012), beginning at 10 p.m. ET on FX. The fight Faber ultimately chose was Michael Chiesa, who just lost his father not long ago, taking on Jeremy Larson. The staredown was nasty and the fight should be too.
For complete TUF 15 live results click here and for our comprehensive recap and power rankings click here and here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaTUF Live Episode 4: 1.1 million
MMA Junkie reports The Ultimate Fighter Live received an average of 1.1 million viewers this past Friday. Despite the lack of March Madness competition, it was the lowest ratings of the season.
TUF Live Episode 1: 1.28 million viewers
TUF Live Episode 2: 1.1 million viewers
TUF Live Episode 3: 1.2 million viewers
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It may take some time for the UFC audience to gravitate to FX but, this NY Times article shows the reasons why the UFC’s key demo should help FX and vice versa. The article keys in on FX as a revenue generator for Fox as it focuses on the young adult male demo. Mainly, it cites its original programming geared toward young males. According to the article, FX was the 10th most watched basic cable channel and 8th most-watched in the 18-49 category in the first quarter of 2012. This should help the UFC in the long run.
Minus Spike’s use of the UFC library next year and insert Bellator into that slot, the UFC should build on its share of the MMA fans on Friday nights. Keeping the TUF Live product fresh is another issue which the UFC-FX is trying to do.
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Read the full article at MMA PayoutErick Silva vs. Charlie Brenneman Planned for UFC on FX 3
A welterweight bout between Brazil's Erick Silva and Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman is planned for June 8 at the UFC's third event on the FX cable network.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAErick Silva vs. Charlie Brenneman at UFC on FX 3
Erick Silva will venture out of Brazil for his next challenge in the UFC as he faces Charlie 'The Spaniard' Brenneman at UFC on FX 3.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyReport: Charlie Brenneman vs Erick Silva booked for UFC on FX on June 8
Welterweight war on free TV? Sounds good, no?
That's what we'll be getting (possibly) on June 8, 2011, when vested veteran Charlie Brenneman takes on hot up-and-coming Brazilian powerhouse Erick Silva at the UFC on FX 3 event.
Globo SporTV brought word of the possible match-up just yesterday.
Brenneman is coming into the bout on the strength of a unanimous decision win over Daniel Roberts at the very first UFC on FX event back on Jan. 20 in Nashville. This after he was plastered by the heavyset Anthony Johnson.
Can he start up another winning streak to kick off the summer?
Silva, if you remember, was last seen obliterating Carlo Prater at UFC 142. It didn't count as a win, though, because referee Mario Yamasaki determined that Silva had landed too many shots to the back of Prater's head and the result was a disqualification loss.
Still, the dude looks like a beast and a win over Brenneman would catapult him straight up the 170-pound ladder and on to bigger and better things.
UFC on FX 3 is also expected to feature a flyweight tournament rematch that pits Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall, as well as two exciting Welterweight bouts between Mike Pierce vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha and Mike Pyle vs. Josh Neer.
To check out the latest UFC on FX 3 fight card and rumors click here. And to dig deep into our comprehensive UFC on FX 3 event archive click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaErick Silva vs. Charlie Brenneman Expected for UFC on FX 3
An exciting welterweight matchup is expected to take place at UFC on FX 3, with Erick Silva set to take on Charlie Brenneman at the event. Although not officially announced, the matchup has been verbally agreed to by both fighters. UFC on FX 3 takes place on June 8th at a yet-to-be announced city and venue, which will be determined by Harley Davidson’s Hometown Throwdown.
The matchup was first announced by Brazil’s SporTV.
Silva (13-2-1NC) returns to the Octagon after a controversial decision in his most recent fight at UFC 142 in January. The Brazilian returned to fight for the UFC in Brazil for the second consecutive time, with seemingly the same amount of success. He knocked out fellow Brazilian Carlo Prater within 30 seconds, but referee Mario Yamasaki disqualified Silva due to illegal punches to the back of Prater’s head. Silva attempted to have the decision overturned, but the UFC confirmed that the loss will remain on Silva’s record. This will be Silva’s first ever fight outside of his home country of Brazil.
He will take on Brenneman (15-3), who returned to the win column after defeating Daniel Roberts at UFC on FX 1 in January by decision. This followed Brenneman’s loss to Anthony Johnson in October, in which Brenneman struggled with the oversized welterweight, losing via head kick. “The Spaniard” owns a 4-2 record in the UFC, which includes his upset win over Rick Story in front of his hometown crowd of Pittsburgh at UFC on Versus 4 in June 2011.
UFC on FX 3 will feature the rematch between Ian McCall and Demetrious Johnson in the first round of the UFC flyweight tournament. The matchup will be the main event on the card. The event will take place on June 8th at a soon to be named city and venue.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 3, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyThe Ultimate Figher Live Discussion Thread
The Ultimate Fighter Live on FX continues tonight at 10pm on FX. Team Faber’s #1 pick Al Laquinta will take on Team Cruz’s Myles “Fury” Jury in tonight’s fight.
Be sure to tune for tonight’s fight and the usual house shenanigans on this week’s episode.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyReport: Erick Silva Vs. Charlie Brenneman Planned For UFC On FX 3
One of Brazil's hottest young prospects will return to UFC action this June, as Erick Silva has agreed to face Charlie Brenneman in a welterweight bout at UFC on FX 3 according to a report from Globo SporTV:
The UFC has not yet announced it officially, but the next opponent for Erick Silva is already defined. SPORTV.COM has been informed by sources close to the organization that he will face the American Charlie Brenneman, on a June 8th event in the United States - the city has not yet been chosen. The expectation of Erick was to fight again in Brazil at UFC 147, but he himself has announced via Twitter that he will fight on the American event.
The Team Nogueira prodigy dominated the regional competition in Brazil for the JungleFight promotion and then quickly found success after getting signed by the UFC, knocking out Luis Ramos in 40 seconds in his debut. Silva appeared to dispatch Carlo Prater in similar fashion last January, although this time just 30 seconds, but things took a turn for the controversial when referee Mario Yamasaki DQd Silva for illegal blows to the back of the head. Nonetheless, despite the "L" on his record, it's hard to find holes in the young Brazilian's game as in addition to the ferocious striking he's displayed, he also scored several slick submissions earlier in his career. Nonetheless, he's never had to deal with the tough, grinding wrestling style that Brennenman will bring to the table, so it should be an intriguing match-up.
Erick Silva (13-2, 1 NC)L Carlo Prater (DQ) - UFC 142W Luis Ramos (TKO) - UFC 134W Francisco Ayon (submission) - Jungle Fight 23
Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman (15-3)W Daniel Roberts (unam. decision) - UFC on FX 1L Anthony Johnson (TKO) - UFC on Versus 6W Rick Story (unam. decision) - UFC on Versus 4
As the report mentions, no location has been confirmed for UFC on FX 3 yet, but with the event just over two months away, the UFC is expected to announced those details in the coming days. Here's how the rumored card is stacking up:
-Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall (UFC flyweight tournament semifinal)-Mike Pyle vs. Josh Neer-Mike Pierce vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha-Scott Jorgensen vs. Eddie Wineland-Erick Silva vs. Charlie Brenneman-Jared Papazian vs. Dustin Pague-Leonard Garcia vs. Matt Grice-Seth Baczynski vs. Lance Benoist-Henry Martinez vs. Bernardo Magalhaes-Buddy Roberts vs. Caio Magalhaes
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowRoss Pearson vs. Cub Swanson Booked for UFC on FX: Maynard vs. Guida
A featherweight battle between TUF 9 winner Ross Pearson and former WEC standout Cub Swanson has been booked for the UFC on FX 4 event in Atlantic City, N.J.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMALeonard Garcia To Face Matt Grice At UFC on FX 3
UFC on FX 3 is going to be staging a probably loser-leaves-town featherweight matchup on June 8th. One is looking for his first undisputed win in a long time, and the other is searching for his first win at 145. As usual, UFC.com has the news:
Leonard Garcia and Matt Grice have agreed to a featherweight bout at UFC on FX in June. Garcia is known for his wild and wide-open style in the Octagon, Grice is equally aggressive, which should translate into an intriguing match-up.
Garcia (15-8-1) is a former WEC featherweight title challenger that has fallen on some tough times of late, going 1-2 in his three UFC fights so far. His lone win over Nam Phan at the TUF 13 Finale was highly controversial, and he dropped a decision to Phan in the rematch at UFC 136. He will step in the cage for the first time in eight months against Grice (14-4), who is on his second stint in the UFC after a 1-3 stretch at lightweight a few years ago. He made his featherweight debut at UFC on Versus 6 against Ricardo Lamas, but was finished via TKO in the second round.
The bout is expected to take place on the preliminary card.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowRoss Pearson-Cub Swanson slated to scrap at UFC on FX 4
A pair of featherweights out to climb to the top of the UFC rankings will meet at UFC on FX 4, as Ross Pearson and Cub Swanson have signed on the dotted line for a fight at the June 22 event.
UFC on FX 4 takes place from Atlantic City, New Jersey with the main event comprised of Clay Guida colliding with Gray Maynard in a five-round fight. It is possible that Pearson-Swanson receive a spot alongside the featured match-ups though nothing has been confirmed yet.
The bout was announced earlier today by the UFC.
Pearson (13-5) won The Ultimate Fighter 6, defeating teammate Andre Winner in the finals. He recently dropped down to featherweight, defeating Junior Assuncao to close out 2011 in his divisional debut.
Swanson (16-5) earned his first UFC victory since joining the promotion from the WEC by topping George Roop earlier this year.
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Read the full article at Five Ounces of PainLeonard Garcia vs Matt Grice booked for UFC on FX 3 on June 8
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) recently announced a featherweight free-for-all between Leonard Garcia vs. Matt Grice, penciled in for the upcoming event on June 8, 2012, at a time and place to be determined.
UFC on FX 3, the promotion's third trip to the airwaves of the FOX sister-station, won't have a place to call home until the location and venue are determined by Harley-Davidson's Hometown Throwdown contest in the very near future.
Garcia (15-8) needs a win -- badly. He's dropped three of his last four bouts including two straight and his only win during that horrific stretch was a controversial split decision win over Nam Phan, one that was avenged at UFC 136 last October.
Time for the "Bad Boy" to have a good performance.
Standing in his way will be Grice (14-4). "The Real One" was riding a four fight win streak until he made his Octagon return last June, where he was blown to bits by Ricardo Lamas at UFC on Versus 4. Expect him to try to wash that bad taste from his mouth at the expense of Garcia.
Should be fireworks.
UFC on FX 3 is also expected to feature a flyweight tournament rematch that pits Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall, as well as two exciting welterweight bouts between Mike Pierce vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha and Mike Pyle vs. Josh Neer.
To check out the latest UFC on FX 3 fight card and rumors click here. And to dig deep into our comprehensive UFC on FX 3 event archive click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaLeonard Garcia vs. Matt Grice Added to UFC on FX 3 in June
Leonard Garcia and Matt Grice will meet in a featherweight bout at UFC on FX 3 on June 8, officials announced Thursday.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMACub Swanson vs. Ross Pearson, Ramsey Nijem vs. C.J. Keith Added to UFC on FX 4
UFC officials Thursday announced a pair of new matchups for UFC on FX 4.
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Read the full article at SherdogTwo New UFC Bouts Announced: Grice-Garcia, Nurmagomedov-Tibau
Two new bouts have been added to impending UFC events, with a featherweight tilt between Leonard Garcia and Matt Grice added to UFC on FX 3 and a lightweight fight featuring Khabib Nurmagomedov and Gleison Tibau set for UFC 148.
First, the featherweights. Fan-favorite brawler Leonard “Bad Boy” Garcia (15-8-1) and Matt “The Real One” Grice (14-4) could be fighting for their jobs at UFC on FX 3.
Courtesy his wide-open and reckless style, Garcia has earned a ton of fans, but he also finds himself on a two-fight losing streak. Having been beaten by Nam Phan via unanimous decision in a rematch of their controversial first meeting and submitted by Chan Sung Jung with a highlight-reel twister, the Jackson’s Mixed Martial Arts rep needs a win in a bad way to prove that he can be both entertaining and victorious. Grice returned to the UFC this past June for the first time since putting together a 1-3 run in the promotion between 2007 and 2009. In his re-debut, the 30-year-old was defeated by Ricardo Lamas via first-round TKO.
UFC on FX 3 is scheduled to take place on June 8 at an as-yet-undetermined venue.
The second match up announcement will see lightweights Khabib “The Eagle” Nurmagomedov (17-0) and Gleison Tibau (25-7) tangle at UFC 148.
Undefeated Russian prospect Nurmagomedov recently made his UFC debut a successful one, submitting Kamal Shalorus in the third round of their UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller meeting in January. The 23-year-old fighter owns seven victories by submission, six by KO or TKO and four by decision; Nurmagomedov hasn’t fought to a decision since 2010. A presence in the UFC’s lightweight division since 2007 (Tibau’s first UFC bout was a welterweight contest against Nick Diaz), Tibau has managed to string together three straight victories of late. The 28-year-old Brazilian bounced back from a loss to Jim Miller by taking a split decision over Kurt Pellegrino, before going on to submit Rafaello Oliveira and earn another split decision over Rafael dos Anjos.
UFC 148 will take place on July 7 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyLeonard Garcia-Matt Grice Featherweight Tilt Added to UFC on FX 3
Featherweights Leonard Garcia and Matt Grice will square off June 8 at UFC on FX 3, promotion officials announced Thursday.
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Read the full article at SherdogLeonard Garcia vs. Matt Grice set for UFC on FX 3
Leonard Garcia meets Matt Grice in a featherweight matchup at UFC on FX 3.
UFC officials today announced the new contest.
UFC on FX 3 takes place June 8. No host city or venue are set for the
event, which is part of the Harley-Davidson Hometown Throwdown
promotion, in which fight fans vote on the location.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 3 Adds Leonard Garcia vs. Matt Grice
UFC on FX 3 may not have a location or venue just yet, but the fight card continues to grow. The latest addition is Leonard Garcia vs. Matt Grice.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyRoss Pearson fighting Cub Swanson at UFC on FX 4
Ultimate Fighter winner Ross Pearson will look to continue his success at featherweight this summer when he faces WEC veteran Cub Swanson in Atlantic City, New Jersey as part of the lineup for UFC on FX 4. The bout will mark his second since dipping down to 145 pounds.
UFC on FX 4 is scheduled for June 22 and will be headlined by a five-rounder between highly touted lightweights Clay Guida and Gray Maynard.
News of the Pearson-Swanson bout was first reported by MMAWeekly.
The 27-year old Pearson is 4-2 since winning TUF 9 including victories over Spencer Fisher, Aaron Riley, and Dennis Siver. However, a decision loss last August prompted “The Real Deal” to give featherweight a go where he made a successful debut at UFC 141 by defeating Junior Assuncao.
Pearson Out to Send Message at UFC 141
Swanson should pose an interesting challenge for Pearson given his well-rounded attack. Holding an overall record of 16-5, Swanson has beaten five of his opponents via TKO with another seven falling by way of submission. He is coming off a knocking win over George Roop is his previous outing.
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Read the full article at Fighters.comRoss Pearson vs. Cub Swanson added to UFC on FX 4
A featherweight matchup between Ross Pearson and Cub
Swanson is the latest addition to June's UFC on FX 4
event.
The bout was first reported by ESPN.
UFC on FX 4 takes place June 22 in Atlantic City, N.J., likely at the
new Revel Atlantic City resort, with a Clay Guida vs. Gray Maynard
headliner.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieRoss Pearson vs. Cub Swanson On Tap for UFC on FX 4
After impressing in his featherweight debut, Ross Pearson is set to return to the Octagon at 145 pounds. He will make his return against Cub Swanson at UFC on FX 4 in Atlantic City on June 22nd. The event will take place at the Regal Casino in downtown Atlantic City.
Pearson (13-5), The Ultimate Fighter season 9 winner at lightweight, defeated Junior Assuncao in his featherweight debut at UFC 141 last December. Pearson made the drop to 145 pounds after losing to Edson Barboza at UFC 134 in August. He was 4-2 in 6 career fights in the UFC at lightweight, which included wins over Dennis Siver and Spencer Fisher.
The Brit will take on Swanson (16-5), who is coming off a highlight reel knockout of George Roop at UFC on Fox 2 in January. The longtime WEC veteran finally earned his first UFC victory with that TKO, after losing his debut in November. The Californian has long struggled with injuries, with Swanson suffering a year-long layoff from his final WEC fight to his UFC debut.
UFC on FX 4 will be headlined by a lightweight showdown between two top contenders in Gray Maynard and Clay Guida.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 4, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 4: Ross Pearson vs Cub Swanson possible for June 22 in Atlantic City
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is putting together a featherweight contest pitting Ross Pearson vs. Cub Swanson for the upcoming UFC on FX 4 network television event, tentatively scheduled for the Revel Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, NJ, on Sat., June 12, 2012.
ESPN.co.uk brought word of the pending match-up earlier today.
After dropping two out of three fights at lightweight, Pearson (13-5) shed some skin and tried his luck in the 145-pound division. His first test against Raphael Assuncao proved to be a difficult one, but one he passed via gritty unanimous decision win at UFC 141 last December.
Swanson (16-5) also got back into the win column after losing two of three. The Greg Jackson disciple and former WEC combatant polished off George Roop at the UFC on FOX 2 event earlier this year. Can he string together two consecutive wins for the first time in almost four years?
UFC on FX 4 will feature a lightweight showdown between Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida in the main event of the evening. Elsewhere on the card, Dan Miller makes his welterweight debut against Ricardo Funch.
For the latest UFC on FX 4 news and notes be sure to hit up our complete event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC On FX 3: Demetrious Johnson Heavy Favorite Over Ian McCall
Ian McCall fought Demetrious Johnson to a draw at UFC on FX 2: Alves Vs. Kampmann in Sydney, Australia only weeks ago. Now the oddsmakers are giving Johnson a nearly 2-to-1 advantage to beat McCall in their rematch at UFC on FX 3 on June 8. The winner of that bout will go on to face Joseph Benavidez in the final round of the UFC flyweight tournament.
Benavidez TKO'd Yasuhiro Urushitani at UFC on FX 2 to advance in the tournament. Both Benavidez and Johnson have challenged UFC bantamweight champ Dominick Cruz and failed to take his title.
MMA Odds Breaker has Johnson at -175 and McCall at +145. They also gave odds for part of the UFC 146 card:
Roy Nelson (16-7) vs. Antonio Silva (16-3)
Roy Nelson +140
Antonio Silva -170
Gabriel Gonzaga (13-6) vs. Shane del Rosario (11-0)
Gabriel Gonzaga +135Shane Del Rosario -165
Stefan Struve (23-5) vs. Mark Hunt (8-7)
Mark Hunt +115Stefan Struve -145
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowSeth Baczynski vs. Lance Benoist targeted for UFC on FX 3
The quickly filling UFC on FX 3 card has another addition.
Seth Baczynski today told MMAjunkie.com Radio he's agreed to fight fellow welterweight Lance Benoist at the event.
UFC officials haven't formally announced the bout, which takes place June 8 at a city and venue to be announced as part of the Harley-Davidson Hometown Throwdown.
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Read the full article at RedditUltimate Fighter (TUF) 15 ratings on FX average 1.2 million viewers for episode 3
Episode three of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 15: "Live" this past Friday night (March 23, 2012) averaged about 1.2 million viewers on the FX channel, according to Sherdog.com.
That's an improvement from last week (1.1 million), however, still not the high-water mark (1.3 million) that the debut episode set a fortnight ago, featuring 32 fighters and 16 live, one-round elimination fights to earn a spot in the TUF house.
In episode three, Dominick Cruz-coached Justin Lawrence put his stamp on Urijah Faber-coached Cristiano Marcello with a knockout in round two. Faber was warning his Brazilian pupil throughout the Lightweight fight to keep his "chin down," but something was clearly lost in translation.
The next installment of TUF 15: "Live," episode four, is scheduled to take place this Friday night (March 30, 2012), beginning at 10 p.m. ET on FX. "Team Cruz" has gotten off to a strong start and is currently undefeated (2-0), meaning that the pressure is on Al Iaquinta to take out "Team Faber's" Myles Jury this weekend.
For complete TUF 15 live results click here and here. For our comprehensive recap and power rankings click here and here.
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Read the full article at MMA Mania‘The Ultimate Fighter Live’ Episode 3 Garners 1.2 Million Viewers on FX
The third episode of “The Ultimate Fighter: Live” on FX drew an average of 1.2 million viewers on Friday night, according to an industry source.
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Read the full article at SherdogDespite ratings White still hopeful with TUF Live
MMA Junkie reports that despite good reviews, The Ultimate Fighter Live ratings are not reflective of the praise. Still, Dana White believes that the show is positioned well on FX.
The debut of TUF Live on FX scored an average of 1.28 million viewers yet saw a decline in the ratings over the course of the show. The second episode last week were down with a 1.1 million viewer average. We may discount last week’s ratings decrease since it went up against the NCAA Tournament.
Via MMA Junkie:
“There’s so many things that are involved in those numbers,” White said. “I didn’t expect to jump on FX and do 3.5 million viewers right out of the gate. But here’s the thing: The format is awesome. It’s perfect. We’ve got a great season, and we’re going to build this thing.
“Believe me, the way that FX deals with their programming and how they handle it, they’re so analytical. These guys are like [expletive] rocket scientists how they break this stuff down and look at it. Trust me, everything is positive over there.”
One thing that has peaked White’s interest is that Vegas sportsbooks are taking action on the TUF Live fights. White also addressed the fact that the ratings are due in part to the NCAA tourney.
“March Madness” will wrap soon, casual viewers will eventually figure out the show is now on FX, and hardcore fans may very well become again interested in the show thanks to the new format.
Payout Perspective:
We may discount last week and this week due to the tournament but we shall see if viewers will gravitate to FX. We will see if the ratings will increase over the season as White predicts (or hopes). The UFC has tinkered with the show to keep the show different and the jury is still out on whether the live fights will attract more viewers. Of course, there was White’s initial expectations about the viewership doubling on FX. Perhaps we were not to take this literally or expect the ratings to double in the first season on FX but there are definite expectations on how TUF Live will perform.
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Read the full article at MMA PayoutUFC On FX 4 Card Shaping Up
The UFC will return to the FX network twice in June, on the 8th and the 22nd. UFC on FX 4 on June 22nd will take place in the new Revel hotel and casino in Atlantic City, NJ, and will feature a big lightweight main event. Former title challenger Gray Maynard will meet Clay Guida in a five-round fight. In addition to that, Rick Story will look to reclaim top-tier welterweight status in a bout with Rich Attonito, and Brian Ebersole will return to face T.J. Waldburger. Here's the current card:
June 22nd, live on FX from Atlantic City, NJ:
Gray Maynard (10-1-1, 1 NC) vs. Clay Guida (29-12)
Rich Attonito (10-5) vs. Rick Story (13-5)
Brian Ebersole (49-14-1, 1 NC) vs. T.J. Waldburger (15-6)
Jimy Hettes (10-0) vs. Steven Siler (20-9)
Matt Riddle (6-3) vs. Luis Ramos (19-7)
Ramsey Nijem (5-2) vs. C.J. Keith (8-0)
Ricardo Funch (8-3) vs. Dan Miller (13-6, 1 NC)
Chris Camozzi (16-5) vs. Nick Catone (9-2)
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowRamsey Nijem Vs. C.J. Keith Set For UFC On FX 4
TUF 13 alum Ramsey Nijem will make his return from injury at UFC on FX 4, and he will face a fighter that has been waiting to make his debut for a while. MMA Weekly has the info:
An Ultimate Fighter finalist will meet a debuting prospect at UFC on FX 4 in Atlantic City, N.J., as Ramsey Nijem meets C.J. Keith in a lightweight battle.
Sources at the AMR group who represent Nijem confirmed the fight to MMAWeekly.com on Friday.
The 23-year-old Nijem (5-2) made it all the way to the TUF 13 welterweight finals, but was knocked out by Anthony Ferguson in the first round. A drop back to lightweight worked out well for him at UFC 137, where he thoroughly dominated Danny Downes and picked up a decision win. While training for a December bout with Anthony Njokuani, he broke his hand and has has been healing up ever since.
Keith (8-0) has had an interesting path to UFC on FX 4. A former high school wrestler and army veteran, the undefeated prospect signed with the UFC in early January. But less than an hour after he learned of his UFC contract, he found out that his family home had burned down. Everyone was fine, but it was still quite a shock for Keith. He is now ready to compete in the big leagues though, and he'll face a stiff test in his debut.
The bout is expected to take place on the preliminary card. The main event of UFC on FX 4 sees Gray Maynard face Clay Guida in a five-round affair.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowJosh Neer draws Mike Pyle at UFC on FX 3
“The Dentist” appears destined to be in his office on June 8 with only a single appointment on his calendar – a visit from submission-savvy veteran Mike Pyle.
According to an official announcement, Josh Neer will mix it up with Pyle at UFC on FX 3 as part of a card headlined by a bout between flyweights Demetrious Johnson-Ian McCall. No location is in place for the show yet, as the organization’s Hometown Throwdown promotion is allowing fans to vote on where the event will take place.
Neer is currently on a six-fight winning streak including five inside the first frame of action and pair of victories inside the Octagon since re-joining the UFC last Fall. The 29-year old is 33-10-1 in his career including an impressive 20 finishes (eighteen TKOs/eleven submissions) including one in January against Duane Ludwig who he choked out cold.
Pyle shares Neer’s propensity for putting opponents away with fifteen submissions in 22 total victories. The Xtreme Couture representative is coming off success in four of his last five fights with notable performances against John Hathaway, Ricardo Almeida, and most recently Ricardo Funch.
Pyle Offers Advice on Taking Opponents Down
Other fights scheduled for UFC on FX 3 include Dustin Pague-Jared Papazian and Scott Jorgensen-Eddie Wineland.
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Read the full article at Fighters.comUFC On FX 3 Fight Card Shaping Up
The UFC will return to the FX network twice in June, on the 8th and the 22nd. UFC on FX 3 on June 8th will feature a rematch of the flyweight tournament semi-final between Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall. The first bout at UFC on FX 2 was marred by a scoring controversy and went to a draw, so they'll do it all over again in a "three-round plus bonus round if necessary" format. The location of the card hasn't been announced yet, and will be chosen by the fans as a part of the Harley Davidson Hometown Throwdown contest. Here's how the card looks at the moment:
June 8th, live on FX (location TBA):
Demetrious Johnson (14-2-1) vs. Ian McCall (11-2-1) [Flyweight Tourney Semi-Final]
Scott Jorgensen (13-5) vs. Eddie Wineland (17-8-1)
Mike Pyle (22-8-1) vs. Josh Neer (33-10-1)
Dustin Pague (10-5) vs. Jared Papazian (14-7, 1 NC)
Mike Pierce (13-5) vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha (9-1)
Buddy Roberts (11-2) vs. Caio Magalhaes (5-0)
Bernardo Magalhaes (11-2) vs. Henry Martinez (8-2)
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowScott Jorgensen Vs. Eddie Wineland Verbally Agreed To For UFC On FX 3
You ever look at a fight booking and think "I'm sure these guys have fought before, but I guess they haven't"? That's what this UFC on FX 3 fight looked like to me. Despite both guys spending years in the WEC, they've never actually met in the cage. They will now though, on June 8th. UFC.com gives it to you, bantamweight style:
They've fought in the same division for years and now two perennial bantamweight contenders will finally cross paths, as Eddie Wineland and Scott "Young Guns" Jorgensen have verbally agreed to fight at the June 8 UFC on FX event.
Wineland (17-8-1) was the first WEC bantamweight champion and fought a total of seven times in the WEC, going 5-2. His UFC tenure hasn't gone as well, dropping decisions to both Urijah Faber and Joseph Benavidez in 2011. His tough UFC schedule continues with a bout against Jorgensen (13-5), a 10-time WEC veteran who lost his only chance at the 135 title at the final WEC event. He rebounded by winning his first two UFC fights, but dropped a decision to Renan Barao at UFC 143 in his last bout.
It's unclear if the bout will be on the UFC on FX 3 main card at this point, but it should be.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowScott Jorgensen vs Eddie Wineland bantamweight bout set for UFC on FX 3 on June 8
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) recently announced an exciting Bantamweight brawl between Scott Jorgensen vs. Eddie Wineland, which is planned to take place on June 8, 2012, at a time and place to be determined.
That's because the UFC on FX 3 location and venue will be determined by Harley-Davidson's Hometown Throwdown contest in the near future.
Jorgensen, a former number one-ranked 135-pound championship contender, most recently had a two-fight winning streak snapped to the sensational Renan Barao, dropping a unanimous decision to the super talented Brazilian at UFC 143 just last month.
"Young Guns" was on a straight path to earning a rematch with division champion Dominick Cruz prior to the setback, which he'll look to correct against the first-ever World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) bantamweight champion.
Wineland is also looking to get back in the win column, losing back-to-back unanimous decisions to Team Alpha Male top dogs, Urijah Faber and Joseph Benavidez, respectively. He entered the world's mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion with high hopes back in Dec. 2010; however, he has yet to pick up a win inside the Octagon.
And he'll have to take on another former top division contender to get it done.
UFC on FX 3 is also expected to feature a flyweight tournament rematch that pits Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall, as well as two exciting Welterweight bouts between Mike Pierce vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha and Mike Pyle vs. Josh Neer.
To check out the latest UFC on FX 3 fight card and rumors click here. And to dig deep into our comprehensive UFC on FX 3 event archive click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaEddie Wineland, Scott Jorgensen Booked for UFC on FX 3 Bout
A bantamweight bout between former champ Eddie Wineland and former challenger Scott Jorgensen has been booked for UFC on FX 3 on June 8.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAEddie Wineland vs. Scott Jorgensen On Tap for UFC on FX 3
Two former WEC bantamweights are set to square off in the UFC Octagon, as Eddie Wineland and Scott Jorgensen have been added to the main card of UFC on FX 3 on June 8th. The event, which has a set date, but does not have a set city or venue, will have its location selected by fans in the Harley-Davidson Hometown Throwdown.
Wineland (18-8-1), the first ever WEC bantamweight champion, will look to rebound from two consecutive losses to start his UFC career. Prior to the back-to-back losses, Wineland was riding a four fight win-streak, which included wins over George Roop and Ken Stone. This will be his first fight in nearly a year, with Wineland having last fought in August at UFC on Versus: “Hardy vs. Lytle”. Wineland lost to former bantamweight-turned-flyweight Joseph Benavidez by unanimous decision.
On the other side of the cage will be Scott Jorgensen (13-5). “Young Guns” started off 2-0 in the UFC, but lost his last matchup, a unanimous decision to Renan Barao at UFC 143 in February. The Idaho native fought for the WEC bantamweight title at WEC 53 in December 2010, losing to Dominick Cruz. Having never lost two consecutive fights, Jorgensen will look to continue that pattern against Wineland.
UFC on FX 3 will feature the rematch between Ian McCall and Demetrious Johnson in the first round of the UFC flyweight tournament. The event will take place on June 8th at a soon to be named city and venue.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 3, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyScott Jorgensen vs. Eddie Wineland added to UFC on FX 3
An intriguing bantamweight matchup between Scott Jorgensen and Eddie Wineland has been added to UFC on FX 3.
UFC officials today announced the new matchup, as well as confirming
previously reported 135-pound contests of Jeff Hougland vs. Yves Jabouin
at UFC on FUEL TV 3 and Renan Barao vs. Ivan Menjivar at UFC 148.
UFC on FX 3 takes place June 8. While the main card airs on FX, officials haven't finalized a venue for the event.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieBernardo Magalhaes To Meet Henry Martinez At UFC On FX 3
Two men looking for their first win in the UFC will meet at UFC on FX 3 on June 8th. They have a fair amount in common - they both lost their only UFC bout to men much bigger than them. The news comes from FightBulletin.net:
Australian based UFC fighter, Bernardo‘Trekko’ Magalhaes has revealed to FightBulletin.net that he will face Henry Martinez at UFC on FX 3.
Magalhaes (11-2), the Cage Fighting Championship lightweight champion, dropped his UFC debut to Tim Means at UFC on Fuel 1 last month. Martinez (8-2), a Greg Jackson product, stepped in as a late replacement at welterweight to face Matt Riddle at UFC 143. Despite giving up a ton of size, Martinez was very competitive in the bout and lost by split-decision. He will now drop down to his natural weight class and face Magalhaes.
The bout is expected to take place on the preliminary card.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX 4: Jim Hettes vs. Steven Siler booked for June 22 in Atlantic City
In a division starving for championship contenders, expect a lot of eyes to be focusing in on the recently announced featherweight contest of Jim Hettes vs. Steven Siler at UFC on FX 4, tentatively scheduled for the Revel Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, NJ, on Sat., June 12, 2012.
UFC.com has the update:
Two of the featherweight division's top prospects return to action on June 22nd in Atlantic City, as unbeaten Jimy Hettes, fresh off back to back wins over Alex Caceres and Nam Phan, takes on The Ultimate Fighter 14 vet Steven Siler, who has two consecutive Octagon wins of his own, having beaten Josh Clopton and Cole Miller. This bout has been verbally agreed to.
Reigning 145-pound kingpin Jose Aldo is expected to answer the call of Dustin Poirier or Chan Sung Jung, depending on which featherweight gets the job done at UFC on FUEL TV 3 on May 15 at the Patriot Center in Fairfax, VA. After that? The pool of "in-the-mix'ers" is incredibly shallow.
Time for either "The Kid" or "Super" Siler to jump in with both feet.
Here's how the UFC on FX 4 fight card and line-up is starting to shape up:
Main Event (Five-round, non-title fight):
155 lbs.: Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida
Other Scheduled Fights:
170 lbs.: Rick Story vs. Rich Attonito170 lbs.: Brian Ebersole vs T.J. Waldburger170 lbs.: Dan Miller vs. Ricardo Funch145 lbs.: Jim Hettes vs. Steven Siler185 lbs.: Nick Catone vs. Chris Camozzi
For more on UFC on FX 4: "Maynard vs. Guida" be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaJim Hettes vs. Steven Siler scheduled for UFC on FX 4
Two of the featherweight division’s rising stars have been booked to face off at UFC on FX 4 in the form of Jim Hettes-Steven Siler, adding yet another intriguing match-up to the June 22 card. Both men are 2-0 inside the Octagon and coming off impressive performances against veteran competitors.
The UFC announced the match-up/location earlier today.
Hettes wowed fans in December when he picked apart always-tough Nam Phan at UFC 141 to improve his unbeaten record to 10-0. The Unanimous Decision victory marked the 24-year old’s first instance of success by way of the scorecards with the other nine wins involving submission stoppages.
Comparably, “Super” Siler pulled off a rare feat by beating Cole Miller earlier this month after having taken out Miller’s brother (Micah) in the qualifying round for TUF 14. He holds an overall mark of 20-9 including triumphs in six of his last seven outings.
UFC on FX 4 is headlined by lightweights Clay Guida-Gray Maynard with other scheduled scraps including Dan Miller-Ricardo Funch, Rick Story-Rich Attonito, and T.J. Waldburger-Brian Ebersole.
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Read the full article at Five Ounces of PainJim Hettes vs. Steven Siler added to UFC on FX 4 in Atlantic City
A featherweight contest between young prospects Jim Hettes and Steven Siler has been added to June's UFC on FX 4 event.
UFC officials today announced that both fighters have agreed to the
matchup and bout agreements are expected to be finalized shortly.
UFC on FX 4 takes place June 22 in Atlantic City, N.J., likely at the
new Revel Atlantic City resort, with a Clay Guida vs. Gray Maynard
headliner.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieJosh Neer vs. Mike Pyle added to June's UFC on FX 3 event
A welterweight matchup between Josh Neer and Mike
Pyle is the latest addition to June's UFC on FX 3
event.
Pyle recently revealed the booking in an interview with Las Vegas' Fight
Church, and MMAjunkie.com has since confirmed that
verbal agreements are in place for the matchup.
UFC on FX 3 takes place June 8. While the main card airs on FX, officials haven't finalized a venue for the event.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieJosh Neer vs. Mike Pyle Slated for UFC on FX 3
A welterweight bout between Josh Neer and Mike Pyle has been added to the fight card of UFC on FX 3. Pyle tweeted the news on Friday morning.
UFC on FX 3 is scheduled for June 8, 2012 and is headlined by a flyweight semi-finals rematch between Ian McCall and Demetrious Johnson. Fans can decide the location and venue of the card by voting in the UFC's Hometown Throwdown sweepstakes.
Neer (33-10-1) enters the contest riding the momentum of a six-fight win streak, including a pair of stoppage victories over Keith Wisniewski and Duane Ludwig since rejoining the UFC for his fourth tour of duty. At 28 years old, "The Dentist" has proven himself to be a fearsome finisher, ending 29 of his 33 wins before reaching the judge's scorecards.
Across the cage, Pyle (22-8-1) looks to continue a recent career resurgence that has seen the 36-year-old taste victory in four out of his last five appearances, capped by a 82-second TKO victory over Ricardo Funch in January. Notably, "Quicksand" is one of only four men to ever defeat world-renown welterweight Jon Fitch, handing the AKA product a first-round loss in his first professional fight.
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseJimy Hettes vs. Steven Siler Set for UFC on FX 4
The UFC’s return to Atlantic City is quickly filling up, as yet another matchup has been announced by the organization. Featherweights Jimy Hettes and Steven Siler are set to do battle at the June 22nd event. UFC on FX 4 will take place at the Revel Casino in downtown Atlantic City.
Hettes (10-0) continued his undefeated career in impressive fashion with a one-sided decision win over Nam Phan at UFC 141 in December. After earning 9 consecutive submission wins to start his career, the Pennsylvania native showed off his improve striking against Phan, easily dominating the veteran.
He will take on The Ultimate Fighter season 14 contestant Steven Siler (20-9), who has reeled off two consecutive wins since joining the organization. He most recently defeated Cole Miller at UFC on FX 1 via unanimous decision. While Hettes is viewed as a submission expert, Siler 12 submission victories of his own to his name.
UFC on FX 4 will be headlined by a lightweight showdown between two top contenders in Gray Maynard and Clay Guida.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 4, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyJim Hettes vs. Steven Siler on Deck for UFC on FX 4
Steven Siler will look to keep his current run going in the UFC's featherweight division when he faces rising prospect Jim 'The Kid' Hettes at UFC on FX 4.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyNick Catone vs. Chris Camozzi official for UFC on FX 4 in Atlantic City
A middleweight matchup between New Jersey native Nick Catone and Chris Camozzi is official for this
summer's UFC on FX 4 event.
UFC executives recently announced that verbal agreements are in place for the matchup.
UFC on FX 4 takes place June 22 in Atlantic City, N.J., likely at the
new Revel Atlantic City resort, with a Clay Guida vs. Gray Maynard
headliner.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieBrian Ebersole vs. TJ Waldburger Slated for UFC on FX 4
Another matchup for the rapidly filling up UFC on FX 4 card was announced, which coincidentally just so happens to be another welterweight battle. The day after three welterweight matchups were announced, another one was added to the card with Brian Ebersole set to take on TJ Waldburger at the June 22nd event. The event takes place at The Revel Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Ebersole (49-14-1) looks to continue his undefeated UFC run, after making his UFC debut at UFC 127 last February. The longtime MMA veteran made his organizational debut after having fought around the world for the previous ten years. Now at 3-0 in the UFC, the Indiana native who now fights out Australia hopes to continue working his way up the welterweight ranks.
He will take on Waldburger (15-6), who has experienced similar success since joining the organization in 2010. The Texan won his second consecutive fight after defeating Jake Hecht via first round armbar at UFC on FX 2 earlier this month. Aside from a loss to top contender Johny Hendricks, Waldburger has won the remainder of his four fights inside the Octagon.
UFC on FX 4 will be headlined by a lightweight showdown between two top contenders in Gray Maynard and Clay Guida.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 4, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyMike Pyle: I'm fighting Josh Neer at UFC on FX 3 on June 8
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) might be doing some matchmaking on the sneak -- either that or Mike Pyle is issuing some forward-looking statements regarding his participation at the UFC on FX 3 fight card, booked for June 8 at a location to be determined.
That's where "Quicksand" says he'll be fighting Josh Neer and looking to make it two in a row after stopping Ricardo Funch at the UFC 142: "Aldo vs. Mendes" pay-per-view (PPV) event back in January. Pyle (22-8) is 4-1 over his last five fights, his only blemish a technical knockout loss to division upstart Rory MacDonald back at UFC 133.
Neer (33-10) is also coming off a first round win after choking out Duane Ludwig a few months back at the UFC on FX event in Nashville, Tennessee. It was the sixth consecutive victory for "The Dentist" and second straight since returning to the Octagon last October.
Pyle announces his upcoming match-up (via Fight Church Las Vegas) after the jump.
Skip to 3:35 for the announcement.
For the current UFC on FX 3 fight card and rumors click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 3 fight card and rumors for June 8
Event: UFC on FX 3Date: June 8, 2012Location: TBA*
Current fight card and line-up:
125 lbs.: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall135 lbs.: Dustin Pague vs. Jared Papazian170 lbs.: Mike Pierce vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha185 lbs.: Caio Magalhaes vs. Buddy Roberts170 lbs.: Mike Pyle vs. Josh Neer155 lbs.: Bernardo Magalhaes vs. Henry Martinez
*Location and venue to be determined by Harley-Davidson's Hometown Throwdown contest.
For all the latest and greatest news and notes for UFC on FX 3 click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaMike Pyle vs. Josh Neer Likely for UFC on FX 3
With UFC on FX 4 quickly filling up, the UFC is making sure not to leave UFC on FX 3 in the dust. According to a video posted by Fight Church Las Vegas, welterweights Mike Pyle and Josh Neer could be matched up against one another at the event, which will take place on June 8th at a city and venue to be announced.
Pyle (22-8-1) mentioned the possible matchup at the end of video posted below. “Quicksand” last fought at UFC 142 in Brazil, defeating Brazilian native Ricardo Funch in the first round via TKO. This returned Pyle to the win column after suffering a setback against Rory MacDonald at UFC 133 in August. The 36 year old is enjoying the most successful period of his career, having signed with the UFC at 33, nearly ten years after his first career fight (a loss against Quinton “Rampage” Jackson). The former WEC welterweight champion is 5-3 during his UFC career, which includes wins over John Hathaway and Ricardo Almeida.
He will be facing off against another longtime veteran of the sport, Josh Neer (33-10-1). “The Dentist” last fought at UFC on FX 1 in January, defeating Duane Ludwig via guillotine. Now in his fourth career stint in the UFC, Neer is 2-0 in his return to the organization. With wins over notable names such as Melvin Guillard, Joe Stevenson, and Mac Danzig, Neer is hoping the fourth time is the charm for him and his UFC title hopes.
UFC on FX 3 will feature the rematch between Ian McCall and Demetrious Johnson in the first round of the UFC flyweight tournament. The event will take place on June 8th at a soon to be named city and venue.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 3, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
Pyle mentions the matchup at the end of the video below:
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 4 Update: Brian Ebersole Draws T.J. Waldburger for June 22 in Atlantic City
Veteran welterweight Brian Ebersole will collide with submission specialist T.J. Waldburger at UFC on FX 4, promotion officials announced Wednesday.
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Read the full article at SherdogDan Miller Drops to Welterweight, Meets Ricardo Funch at UFC on FX 4
Dan Miller is the latest UFC fighter to change weight classes. The New Jersey-native has decided to drop down to 170 pounds and will face Ricardo Funch at UFC on FX 4 in Atlantic City, N.J., the promotion announced on Wednesday night. UFC on FX 4, headlined by Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida, is scheduled for June 22 at Revel Atlantic City. It will mark the organization's first event in Atlantic City in seven years. Miller (13-6, 1 NC) hasn't fought since losing to Rousimar Palhares at UFC 134 last August. Since then, he took some time off from the sport to take care of his son, who has been battling a genetic kidney disorder. The 30-year-old Miller is 2-5 in his last seven fights, losing to top contenders Chael Sonnen, Demian Maia, Michael Bisping, Nate Marquardt and Palhares. His two wins during that stretch came against Joe Doerksen and John Salter. Funch (8-3) was unsuccessful in his return to the UFC in January, losing to Mike Pyle via first-round TKO at UFC 142. The UFC also announced these fights for UFC on FX 4: Brian Ebersole vs. TJ Waldburger, Matt Riddle vs. Luis Ramos, Rich Attonito vs. Rick Story, Nick Catone vs. Chris Camozzi.
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseRick Story vs. Rich Attonito, more added to UFC on FX 4
The UFC’s summer stop in Atlantic City bulked up overnight like a “gorilla juicehead” getting ready for a summer down at the Jersey Shore with the addition of multiple match-ups including a particularly interesting welterweight pairing between Rick Story and Rich Attonito. Each will be looking to bounce back from a loss and is known for employing an aggressive strategy inside the cage meaning fans should be in for a treat when UFC on FX 4 rolls around on June 22.
Also confirmed by the UFC were clashes between T.J. Waldburger-Brian Ebersole, Nick Catone-Chris Camozzi, and Matthew Riddle-Luis Ramos. UFC on FX 4 is headlined by a five-round fight between top lightweights Clay Guida-Gray Maynard.
The 13-5 Story recently had a six-fight winning streak snapped with back-to-back losses to Charlie Brenneman and Martin Kampmann. However, with past wins over Thiago Alves and Johny Hendricks there’s no doubt the 27-year old has what it takes to beat the division’s best, giving local product Attonito the stiffest test of his career in front of his hometown fans.
Attonito has gone 3-2 since a stint on TUF 11 but was knocked out with elbows in his previous appearance this past December. The 10-5 “Raging Bull” has six stoppages to his credit including four TKOs.
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Read the full article at Five Ounces of PainMorning Report: Canada Hits the Jackpot, MMA Training Rocky-Style
Canada may not be setting the sports world on fire right now, but our affable northern neighbors undoubtedly won the MMA lottery on Wednesday.
Not only did resident national hero Georges St. Pierre offer a positive status report (and seem surprisingly open to an Anderson Silva superfight), but somewhere amongst yesterday's 40 different fight announcements, word slipped out that the Canadians would play host to six different UFC pay-per-view events over the next two years.
And the headliner for the first one? None other than the most feared featherweight alive -- mister Jose Aldo Jr. Not a bad haul for one day, eh? (Sorry, that was just awful.)
5 MUST-READ STORIES
UFC announces events in Calgary, Toronto and Montreal for 2012. UFC President Dana White announced a trio of upcoming events slated throughout Canada for both 2012 and 2013.
Georges St. Pierre hoping for November return. St. Pierre is on target for a November return to action, and though Carlos Condit is in his sights, "Rush" still left the door open for a potential superfight with Anderson Silva.
Jake Ellenberger vs. Martin Kampmann booked for Ultimate Fighter Finale main event. Jake "The Juggernaut" Ellenberger and Martin "The Hitman" Kampmann will meet in a primetime welterweight clash on June 1st, 2012.
Randy Couture talks Fedor Emelianenko. Couture took a break from Hollywood to discuss his retirement, his son Ryan's budding fight career, and the dream match-up with Fedor Emelianenko that never materialized.
Rio de Janeiro soccer stadium to host Silva-Sonnen 2. Anderson Silva vs. Chael Sonnen II has shifted from Sau Paulo, Brazil to a Rio de Janeiro soccer stadium expected to seat 80,000 crazed fight fans.
MEDIA STEW
Meanwhile in Russia, Sergei Kharitonov stopped by the butcher shop to pummel some pork, Rocky-style. (HT: MMA Mania)
Brian Stann recounts his time in the U.S. Marines and tells the heartwrenching story of Operation Matador -- a mission that earned Stann the Silver Star award, but still haunts him to this day.
Brandon Han became an unfortunate internet sensation when a clip of Courtnie Korpela choking him unconscious hit the YouTube circuit late last year. A few months later, Han was offered a chance at revenge in a Man vs. Woman rematch on Tosh.0. NSFW: Language, General Bruce Buffer Awesomeness.
Tosh.0Get More: Tosh.0 Videos,Daniel Tosh,Web Redemption
Cristiano Marcello will have a mighty challenge on his hands in this week's TUF: Live fight against Justin Lawrence. So while we wait for Friday, check out Marcello busting out his grappling wizardry in enemy territory against Hector Munoz.
Take a look at Rio de Janeiro's Estádio Olímpico João Havelange, the massive stadium that will reportedly house Sonnen-Silva II, according to Tatame. (HT: Middle Easy)
DON'T YOU DARE QUESTION HENDO
If dana said it then out must be true. Lol..RT @CConohan: @danhendo hey Dan, why wouldn't u fight (cont) tl.gd/gi491c
— Dan Henderson (@danhendo) March 21, 2012
AWFUL TIMING
Sucks when u get mentally prepared 2squat & after ur 1st heavier set u realize u hafta poo. <----minds not right anymore but feel better!
— Matt Mitrione (@mattmitrione) March 21, 2012
FIGHT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announced yesterday (Wednesday, March 21, 2012):
- UFC 147: Chael Sonnen (27-11-1) vs. Anderson Silva (31-4) slated for 80,000-seat stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- UFC 148: Demian Maia (15-4) vs. Dong Hyun Kim (15-1-1)
- UFC 148: Riki Fukuda (18-5) vs. Constantinos Philippou (10-2)
- The Ultimate Fighter Live Finale: Jake Ellenberger (27-5) vs. Martin Kampmann (19-5) announced as main event
- UFC on FX 3: Mike Pierce (13-5) vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha (9-1)
- UFC on FX 4: Brian Ebersole (49-14-1, 1 NC) vs. T.J. Waldburger (15-6)
- UFC on FX 4: Rich Attonito (10-5) vs. Rick Story (13-5)
- UFC on FX 4: Dan Miller (13-6, 1 NC) vs. Ricardo Funch (8-3)
- UFC on FX 4: Matt Riddle (6-3) vs. Luis Ramos (19-7)
- UFC on FX 4: Nick Catone (9-2) vs. Chris Camozzi (16-5)
- UFC 149: Jose Aldo (21-1) vs. TBA on July 21, 2012 in Calgary, Canada
- UFC 152 announced for September 22, 2012 in Toronto, Canada
- UFC 154 announced for November 17, 2012 in Montreal, Canada
FANPOST OF THE DAY
Today's Fanpost of the Day goes to Bloody Elbow poster Dangalvan: 8 Fighters That Nobody Wants To Fight
Cole Konrad (8-0)
Few men would want to take on the former 2006 and 2007 NCAA Division 1 Champion. His wrestling game is arguably the best in the heavyweight division, and that wrestling game can put away a lot of fighter. The problem is that Konrad is a relatively boring fighter that plays it safe once he takes the fight to the ground. He also isn't going to win any beauty contests. Few people know who Cole Konrad is, and he's the worst fear for a top heavyweight as he can deter their momentum with his wrestling game.
Pat Healy (27-16)
Healy has to be one of the most underrated fighters in MMA today. His career can be defined as being the under-dog. He's pulled of upsets on all levels of the MMA game with wins over Carlos Condit, Ryan Ford, and Lyle Beerbohm. Healy is a grappler that fights a close fight with just about anybody. Due to the lack of TV exposure, few people are aware of Healy's talents, and a loss to him could be devastating to up-and-coming or established lightweights.
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC on FX 4 adds Miller-Funch, Story-Attonito, Riddle-Ramos, Ebersole-Waldburger
UFC on FX 4's dance card is quickly filling.
The promotion announced a quartet of new welterweight bouts for the event, which takes place June 22 at Revel Casino in Atlantic City, N.J.
Additions for the card include Dan Miller vs. Ricardo Funch, Rick Story vs. Rich Attonito, Matt Riddle vs. Luis Ramos, and Brian Ebersole vs. T.J. Waldburger.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 4: Brian Ebersole vs TJ Waldburger booked for June 22 in Atlantic City
Looks like Brian Ebersole now has something better to do than run down Josh Koscheck for his issues with American Kickboxing Academy.
That's because the longtime welterweight veteran has been booked to do some actual fighting on June 22, 2012, in Atlantic City at UFC on FX 4 against T.J. Waldburger.
The promotion announced the pending contest late last night.
After years of competing all over the world for regional promotions and compiling a record of 46-14, Ebersole finally made his way to the UFC, where he's won three straight bouts over Chris Lytle, Dennis Hallman and Claude Patrick, respectively.
Can he make it four in a row against a much younger submission specialist?
T.J. Waldburger, a 23-year-old Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioner, made his way to the UFC in 2010 after winning and defending the Shark Fights welterweight title.
He won his first bout with the promotion before running into the heavy hands of Johny Hendricks. The loss sent him spiraling back down the card but he's since rebounded with a pair of victories over lesser competition.
If he can defeat Ebersole, that's a one way ticket into the middle of the pack of the 170-pound division. It's no title shot, sure, but you've gotta start somewhere.
UFC on FX 4 will feature a Lightweight showdown between Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida in the main even of the evening. It will also mark the welterweight debut of Dan Miller, who takes on Ricardo Funch in main card action, among other bouts.
For the latest UFC on FX 4 news and notes be sure to hit up our complete event archive right here. To check out the latest UFC on FX fight card and rumors click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaRick Story vs Rich Attonito added to UFC on FX 4 fight card in Atlantic City
Once the hottest thing going in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Welterweight division not too long ago, Rick Story will look to re-ignite his fading star when he returns to action against Rich Attonito at UFC on FX 4.
The mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion today (March 21, 2012) announced the 170-pound scrap, which will take place at the Revel Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, N.J., on June 22, 2012.
Story is in the midst of a two-fight losing skid, dropping back-to-back unanimous decisions to Charlie Brenneman and Martin Kampmann, respectively. Prior to the setbacks, "Horror" reeled off six straight victories, including decision wins over top division stalwarts Johny Hendricks and Thiago Alves.
His performance in the "Garden State" will go a long way toward establishing whether or not he was a contender or just a pretender.
Attonito, meanwhile, has also struggled recently, losing two of his last three fights inside the Octagon.
Jake Hecht just took him out via technical knockout at UFC 140 in Dec. 2011 and Dave Branch beat him on the judges scorecards at The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 12 Finale almost exactly a year earlier. Sandwiched between the losses was a unanimous decision win over Daniel Roberts, his third such accomplishment with the promotion.
Nonetheless, fighters are only as good as their last fights, and both men will desperately look to turn their fortunes around sooner rather than later, starting in the "Las Vegas of the East."
UFC on FX 4 will feature a Lightweight showdown between Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida in the main even of the evening. It will also mark the welterweight debut of Dan Miller, who takes on Ricardo Funch in main card action, among other bouts.
For the latest UFC on FX 4 news and notes be sure to hit up our complete event archive right here. To check out the latest UFC on FX fight card and rumors click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 4 fight card and rumors for 'Maynard vs. Guida' on June 22 in Atlantic City
Event: UFC on FX 4: "Maynard vs. Guida" Date: Friday, June 22, 2012, at 9 p.m. ET on FX Networks Location: Revel Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey
Main Event (Five-round, non-title fight):
155 lbs.: Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida
Other Scheduled Fights:
185 lbs.: Chris Camozzi vs. Nick Catone 170 lbs.: Rick Story vs. Rich Attonito 170 lbs.: Dan Miller vs. Ricardo Funch 185 lbs.: Nick Catone vs. Chris Camozzi
For more on UFC on FX 4: "Maynard vs. Guida" be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaDan Miller drops to welterweight, fights Ricardo Funch at UFC on FX 4
Former Middleweight hopeful Dan Miller, who has struggled against the top 185-pound competition in the last few years, will shed 15 pounds and take on Ricardo Funch at UFC on FX 4 from the Revel Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, N.J., on June 22, 2012.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) tonight (March 21, 2012) made the Welterweight bout announcement on its official website.
Miller, a "Garden State" native, has battled turmoil inside and outside the Octagon, losing a newborn child and then caring for an infant who was diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease. All the while, he's attempted to reach his true mixed martial arts (MMA) potential that was evident when he made his promotional debut back in 2008.
Not easy.
After winning his first three UFC fights, Miller would go on to drop the same amount immediately thereafter. He picked up two wins against mid-level competition (John Salter and Joe Doerksen); however, he'd then lose back-to-back fights against Nate Marquardt and Rousimar Palhares.
All told, Miller has compiled an even record (5-5) during his UFC tenure, which is not all that bad considering his other three losses were to standouts such as Chael Sonnen, Demian Maia and Michael Bisping. However, it's safe to assume that he is capable of performing better, which he will look to prove once and for all at 170 pounds.
Funch hasn't had much success at all since making his promotional debut against Johny Hendricks at UFC 109 back in Dec. 2009. He dropped a unanimous decision to "Big Rig" that night, which he followed up with two more losses to Claude Patrick and, most recently, Mike Pyle at 142 earlier this year.
During that span, the Brazilian took a fight against Ryan Quinn outside the organization, which he won; however, it's safe to assume that if he doesn't defeat Miller and get in the win column sooner rather than later, he might not be invited back so soon ... if at all.
UFC on FX 4 will feature a Lightweight showdown between Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida in the main even of the evening. In addition to Miller, other Jersey Boys such as Rich Attonito and Nick Catone, will be featured on the summer fight card, among others.
For the latest UFC on FX 4 news and notes be sure to hit up our complete event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaReport: Chris Camozzi Vs. Nick Catone Added To UFC On FX 4
Middleweight hostilities will commence on June 22nd in Atlantic City, and a New Jersey native will be front at center. Nick Catone will fight in his home state for the second time in a row when he faces off with a TUF 11 contestant at UFC on FX 4. MMA Diehards has the fight info, which has not been confirmed by the UFC as of yet:
Bob Badders confirmed for MMADieHards.com that Chris Camozzi and Nick Catone are set to meet at UFC on FX 4 on June 22 at Revel Casino in Atlantic City, N.J.
Catone (9-2) has competed five times in the UFC but has been out for over a year with a torn achilles tendon. He last stepped into the cage at UFC 128, where he defeated Constantinos Philippou by decision. He is currently on a two-fight winning streak. Camozzi (16-5) won his last outing at UFC on Fox 2 by defeating Dustin Jacoby with a guillotine in the third round.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowDustin Pague Vs. Jared Papazian Verbally Agreed To For UFC On FX 3
The rash of fight announcements has continued, this time in the bantamweight division. It'll be a TUF 14 alum versus a tough former King of the Cage champion at UFC on FX 3 on June 8th. UFC.com has the news:
At that same event, bantamweights Dustin Pague and Jared Papazian will square off. Both fighters are known for their hard-hitting, toe-to-toe style which should make for an exciting matchup.
As mentioned, Pague (10-5) was a bantamweight contestant on The Ultimate Fighter 14, advancing to the semi-finals before losing to T.J. Dillishaw. Pague's quarter-final bout with Louis Gaudinot was voted "fight of the season" and he picked up a $25,000 bonus. He lost his only official fight in the UFC at the TUF 14 Finale when he was TKO'd by John Albert. Papazian (14-7, 1 NC) stepped in on just two weeks notice to face Mike Easton at UFC on FX 1, but dropped a majority decision.
The bout is expected to take place on the preliminary card.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowDustin Pague Meets Jared Papazian at UFC on FX 3 in June
A bantamweight bout between TUF 14 cast member Dustin Pague, pictured, and Jared Papazian has been booked for the June 8 UFC on FX 3 card.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAChris Camozzi vs. Nick Catone on for UFC on FX 4
Another matchup has been added to the impending UFC on FX 4 fight card, with middleweight battlers Chris Camozzi and Nick Catone scheduled to lock horns at the event.
MMAWeekly confirmed the matchup today.
Chris Camozzi (16-5) has parlayed a stint on The Ultimate Fighter 11 into a 3-2 run in the promotion. His stint with the UFC was broken up by a fight with Joey Villasenor under the Shark Fights banner that took place when Camozzi was briefly cut from the UFC on the heels of a loss. The 25-year-old most recently appeared in action this past January at UFC on Fox 2, defeating Dustin Jacoby via third-round submission.
30-year-old Nick Catone (9-2) entered into the UFC undefeated in six pro fights, but his 0 would disappear shortly into his career with the promotion. “The Jersey Devil” has balanced out two losses against Tim Credeur and Mark Muñoz with victories over Derek Downey, Jesse Forbes and Costa Philippou. In his last fight, Catone defeated Philippou by unanimous decision at UFC 128, which took place last March.
UFC on FX 4 is expected to take place on June 22 at the Revel entertainment resort and casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey. A main event between lightweights Gray Maynard and Clay Guida has been assigned to the event.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 4, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 3 Fight Update, Mighty Mouse and Uncle Creepy 2: Fan’s Take (Yahoo! Contributor Network)
When Demetrius "Mighty Mouse" Johnson and Ian "Uncle Creepy" McCall stepped into the Octagon on March 3 at UFC on FX 2, it was supposed to be the beginning of the exciting flyweight division in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
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Read the full article at Yahoo! SportsUFC On FX 3 Set For June 8th, McCall Vs. Johnson Rematch Added
It had been initially report that the Ian McCall vs. Demetrious Johnson flyweight tournament rematch would take place at the TUF Live Finale on June 1st, but that will not be the case. Instead, the bout will take place on the newly-announced UFC on FX 3 card a week later on June 8th. As usual, UFC.com has the info you need to know:
"On June 8, Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall will rematch and settle one of the year's most controversial fights," said UFC president Dana White today. Johnson and McCall put on a Fight of the Night-winning performance at UFC on FX earlier this month in Sydney in the UFC's first-ever flyweight bout.
The bout was one of two scheduled as a mini-tournament to determine the contenders for the UFC's first-ever flyweight championship. Although Johnson was announced as the winner, it was revealed that the judges' scores were mistabulated and the bout was in fact a draw.
The winner of the second Johnson vs. McCall bout will move on to eventually face Joseph Benavidez - who defeated Yasuhiro Urushitani on that same night in Sydney - and fight for the 125-pound title.
This event doesn't have a location set yet, but that will be determined by a contest the UFC is holding called the Harley Davidson Hometown Throwdown.
There was some confusion over how the UFC on FX cards would play out when Zuffa recently announced that Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida would main event an FX event on June 22nd. So, just to get it straight - flyweight rematch means FX 3, Gray/Guida means FX 4. Got it? Good.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowNick Catone vs. Chris Camozzi added to UFC on FX 4 in Atlantic City
New Jersey native Nick Catone will meet fellow middleweight Chris Camozzi this summer at UFC on FX 4.
The fighter announced the bout via Twitter, though UFC officials haven't formally announced the matchup.
UFC on FX 4 takes place June 22 in Atlantic City, N.J., likely at the new Revel Atlantic City resort, with a Clay Guida vs. Gray Maynard headliner.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieDemetrious Johnson-Ian McCall Flyweight Tourney Rematch Set for UFC on FX 3
After their controversial draw earlier this month in Sydney, Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall meet again June 8 at UFC on FX 3 to determine the second flyweight finalist.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAIan McCall vs. Demetrious Johnson Rematch Booked for UFC on FX 3
The UFC officially announced today on their website the anticipated rematch between flyweights Ian McCall and Demetrious Johnson. The two remaining semifinalist in the first-ever UFC flyweight tournament will face one another at UFC on FX 3 on June 8th. No date or venue has been set for the event, however, fans will decide those details as part of the Hometown Throwdown contest.
Just like their first meeting, the rematch between McCall and Johnson will also have a sudden-death fourth round in the event of a draw after the first three rounds.
McCall and Johnson first fought at UFC on FX 2 in Sydney, Australia. In a tightly-contested contest, Johnson was initially declared to be the winner via majority decision. However, at the post-fight press conference it was announced by UFC President Dana White the score cards totals were incorrectly arithmetically added.
Craig Waller, Executive Director of the Combat Sports Authority of New South Wales, added one round on one card as 10-9 rather than the actual 10-8. As a result, a fight that should've been a draw - and gone to a sudden-death fourth round - was declared a majority draw for Johnson.
The winner of McCall vs. Johnson will face the finalist from the other side of the tournament bracket, Joseph Benavidez. The Team Alpha Male flyweight defeated Yasuhiro Urushitani the same evening to advance to the finals in the tournament.The UFC also announced for this card that Dustin Pague, season 14 contestant of 'The Ultimate Fighter', would face Jared Papazian in a bantamweight contest. Pague enters this bout having lost his UFC debut to John Albert via TKO at The Ultimate Fighter 14 Finale in December of 2011. Papazian also enters this bout on a loss, having dropped a majority decision to Mike Easton at UFC on FX 1 this past January.
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseDemetrious Johnson vs Ian McCall rematch announced for UFC on FX 3 on June 8
Signed, sealed and delivered in less than three weeks.
The semifinals of the first-ever Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Flyweight tournament will conclude at UFC on FX 3 on June 8, 2012, when Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall run back their initial (and controversial) 125-pound encounter.
Barring any more simple math mistakes, of course.
The mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion tonight confirmed the bout and the date; however, the location is still unknown because it will be determined by fan votes in the Harley-Davidson Hometown Throwdown contest. It was previously rumored to take place at The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 15 Finale on June 1, 2012, which clearly turned out to be a premature/incorrect report.
"Mighty Mouse" and "Uncle Creepy" first mixed it up at the UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" event this past March 2, 2012, in Sydney, Australia. After three close rounds, the two should have went to a fourth, sudden victory round to determine a winner.
However, a scoring error led to the result incorrectly being read a victory in favor of Johnson immediately after the frenetic 15 minutes finished. It was later determined that the ringside judges actually scored it a draw.
The winner of the bout between Johnson and McCall will take on Joseph Benavidez later this year to determine the first-ever UFC 125-pound champion. On that same night in the "Land Down Under," Benavidez brutalized Yasuhiro Urushitani to punch his ticket to the finals on the other side of the four-man bracket.
For a quick refresher course on all the controversy surrounding Johnson vs. McCall part one click here and here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 4: Nick Catone vs Chris Camozzi bout in the works for N.J. fight card
New Jersey native Nick Catone will welcome Chris Camozzi to the "Garden State" when the two collide in a Middleweight showdown that is planned to take place at UFC on FX 4 from the Revel Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City on June 22, 2012.
MMADieHards.com passed along the pending fight announcement earlier this evening.
Catone, who fights out of Englewood, N.J., which is about as far as you can get from the "Las Vegas of the East" within the state, is riding a two-fight win streak inside the Octagon after starting his tenure with the mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion with a win and then back-to-back losses.
The "Jersey Devil" earned a split decision over Jesse Forbes at UFC Fight Night 20 way back in Jan. 2010 and scored a unanimous nod from the judges in his most recent appearance over Constantinos Philippou in March 2011. Catone has sustained numerous injuries that have forced him out of fights against John Salter, Tomasz Drwal, Aaron Simpson and Dan Miller, among others, throughout his stint with the UFC.
He'll want to try his best to stay healthy for this one, considering it's in front of a hometown crowd and he's been on the shelf for more than one year.
Camozzi, meanwhile, has competed six times during that same span, winning four of them, which includes an appearance under the Shark Fights banner.
Since returning to the Octagon in Oct. 2011, Camozzi has dropped a decision to Francis Carmont at UFC 137 and submitted Dustin Jacoby at UFC on FOX 2 earlier this year.
"Kamikaze" will certainly be out to play the role of spoiler on fight night, looking to make a splash in the competitive 185-pound division.
UFC on FX 4 will feature a Lightweight showdown between Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida in the main even of the evening. No other UFC on FX 4 bouts besides the two already mentioned in this post are known at this time.
For the latest UFC on FX 4 news and notes be sure to hit up our complete event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 3 to Feature Johnson-McCall Flyweight Rematch, Pague-Papazian Bantamweight Showdown
The UFC’s third offering on cable network FX will feature an anticipated rematch between top flyweights Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall, promotion officials announced Tuesday.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX 3 to Feature Johnson-McCall Flyweight Rematch, Pague-Papazian Bantamweight Clash
The UFC’s third offering on cable network FX will feature an anticipated rematch between top flyweights Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall, promotion officials announced Tuesday.
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Read the full article at SherdogDemetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall Rematch Set for UFC on FX 3
Just weeks after a scoring miscalculation caused controversy with their first matchup, Ian McCall and Demetrious Johnson officially have a date for their rematch. While it was speculated that the two would square off at The Ultimate Fighter Live finale on June 1st, they will actually be fighting a week later at a yet-to-be-announced city and venue at UFC on FX 3.
McCall and Johnson officially fought to a draw at UFC on FX 2 in Sydney, Australia on March 3rd, although that result went through a few stumbling blocks before being determined that was the actual result. The original announcement following the fight was that it was a split decision for Johnson. However, reporters on-scene began to look into the scorecards, determining that it should have been a majority decision for McCall. Then at the post-fight press conference, UFC President Dana White announced that even that was a mistake, and that a miscalculation caused for the controversy. He stated that the fight should have been declared a draw and should have gone into a 4th “sudden death” round, which was created specifically for the tournament so that there was not a draw. White announced that the two would rematch immediately, with the winner facing the tournament’s other semi-final winner, Joseph Benavidez, later this year.
McCall (11-2-1) was making his UFC debut at the event, this after forfeiting his flyweight title with Tachi Palace Fights in which he won in 2011. “Uncle Creepy” actually fought previously in the WEC at bantamweight, going 1-2, which included a loss to current UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz.
Johnson (14-2-1), like McCall, also has a loss to Cruz on his record. That came in his last fight at bantamweight in October 2011, prior to dropping to flyweight for the UFC’s flyweight tournament. “Mighty Mouse” is getting married in April, so a rematch with McCall had to be put on hold until this summer.
Also added to UFC on FX 3 is a bantamweight matchup between Dustin Pague and Jared Papazian. Both are coming off of losses in their UFC debuts, with Pague losing to John Albert via TKO at The Ultimate Fighter season 14 finale in December. Papazian, meanwhile, lost his debut against Mike Easton at UFC on FX 1 in January, losing via majority decision.
One other matchup announced by the UFC for the event is a middleweight matchup between Buddy Roberts and Caio Magalhaes. Both will be making their UFC debuts after both had their first scheduled matchups scratched due to injuries to their scheduled opponent.
A city and venue for UFC on FX 3 will be determined by fans who voted in the Harley-Davidson Hometown Throwdown.
Also to be determined is if McCall vs. Johnson is the main event, and thus a three or five round matchup.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 3, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyJohnson-McCall tourney rematch, Pague-Papazian slated for UFC on FX 3
The fight card is filling quickly for the newly announced UFC on FX 3 event in June.
After their initial meeting ended in a baffling majority draw following a commission error, Ian McCall and Demetrious Johnson now will meet at the event.
So, too, will bantamweights Dustin Pague and Jared Papazian, officials today announced.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieRocha vs. Pierce, Roberts vs. Magalhaes First Fights Confirmed for UFC on FX 3
The first fights for the as of yet unannounced UFC on FX 3 card are starting to trickle out with two bouts confirmed for the show.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyBuddy Roberts vs. Caio Magalhaes targeted for UFC on FX 3
A light heavyweight bout between Buddy Roberts and Caio Magalhaes is in the works for June's UFC on FX 3 event.
Sources close to the event today confirmed the planned matchup with MMAjunkie.com.
As MMAjunkie.com reported earlier today, UFC on FX 3 takes place June 8, though a host city and venue have not been finalized.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 4 Headed to the Revel in Atlantic City
According to a report by the Press of Atlantic City, the recently announced UFC on FX 4 fight card will grace the Revel entertainment resort and casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
The UFC will be heading back to Atlantic City for the first time since bringing UFC 53 to the Boardwalk Hall back in 2005. The apparently luxurious Revel Atlantic City is a brand new addition to the Jersey shore and will host UFC on FX 4 in a 5,500 seat arena.
The resort and casino isn’t scheduled to open its doors for the first time until April 2, with a full opening scheduled for May 25, just a month out from the fights.
Headlining the fight card will be a lightweight tilt between two-time title challenger Gray Maynard (10-1-1, 1 NC) and division staple Clay Guida (29-12). Coming off of his two-fight title series with recently dethroned champ Frankie Edgar, a refreshed Maynard will be looking to reestablish his presence in the division against Guida. Perennially positioned near the top of the weight class, Guida’s aim is to rebound from a November loss to current champ Benson Henderson.
A welterweight matchup between Mike Pierce (13-5) and Carlos Eduardo Rocha (9-1) has also been linked to the event.
UFC on FX 4 is scheduled to take place on June 22.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyMike Pierce vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha Set As First Official Bout for UFC on FX 3
Following the biggest fight of his career over Josh Koscheck in which he came up just short, Mike Pierce has his next opponent lined up in Carlos Eduardo Rocha. The two welterweights are scheduled to square off at a yet to be announced UFC on FX 3 event. The UFC has an event in place on June 8th at a city and venue that will be announced in the near future.
Pierce (13-5) called out Josh Koscheck prior to UFC 143 in February, and he got his wish. Unfortunately for Pierce, he was on the losing end of the matchup according to the judges’ decision. Now Pierce will look to rebound against Rocha (9-1), who has not fought since losing to Jake Ellenberger at UFC 126 in February of 2011.
Rocha was scheduled to return to the Octagon at UFC 134 in August, but was forced out his return to Brazil due to elbow surgery. He has since moved to Los Angeles to train at team Black House. The loss to Ellenberger was the first of Rocha’s career, after starting out 9-0, which included a win over Kris McCray in his UFC debut at UFC 122.
Prior to the loss against Koscheck, Pierce was enjoying similar success over the last two years, going 4-1 in that span. Now with three split decisions in his last three fights, while being on the losing end of two of them, Pierce will look to make a statement in his return against Rocha.
While the event has yet to be formally announced, UFC on FX 3 is expected to take place on June 8th, the week after The Ultimate Fighter Live season finale.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 3, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyMike Pierce vs. Carlos Eduardo Rocha is first addition to UFC on FX 3 on June 8
A welterweight bout between Mike Pierce and Carlos Eduardo Rocha is the first planned addition to the currently unannounced UFC on FX 3 card.
MMAjunkie.com today confirmed with event sources that the show is expected to take place June 8.
While the main card would air on FX, officials haven't finalized a venue for UFC on FX 3, sources said.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieReport: UFC on FX 4 booked for Atlantic City's new Revel casino on June 22
After a seven-year drought, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is finally returning to Atlantic City, NJ with UFC on FX 4, featuring Gray Maynard vs. Clay Guida in the network-televised headliner booked for the new Revel Hotel and Casino on June 22, 2012.
From Press of Atlantic City:
The country's most popular mixed martial arts organization announced Monday that it will end its seven-year hiatus from Atlantic City on Friday, June 22 when it stages a card at Revel's 5,500-seat entertainment arena.
"I've never been to Atlantic City," Maynard said in a phone interview from Las Vegas. "I'm looking forward to it."
The $2.4 billion casino resort is scheduled to open April 2.
Maynard, a former two-time number one division contender, spent the entire 2011 mixed martial arts (MMA) fight season attempting to wrest the belt from the resilient clutches of UFC Lightweight Champion Frankie Edgar.
Despite his best efforts, including two brutal first rounds at UFC 125 and UFC 136, during which he beat "The Answer" from pillar to post, Edgar stormed back to earn a draw and then a come-from-behind technical knockout.
"The Bully," who now trains at American Kickboxing Academy (AKA) in San Jose, Calif., will now have to fight his way back toward the top, starting with "The Carpenter."
Guida himself was in the 2011 lightweight number one contender "mix," submitting Takanori Gomi and decisioning the last man to hold the World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) lightweight belt, Anthony Pettis.
In fact, he was riding a four-fight win streak inside the Octagon before Ben Henderson derailed his hairy hopes, taking a unanimous decision in a great back-and-forth battle at UFC on Fox 1 just last month to earn the next shot at Edgar.
So close, yet so far away, for both veterans.
No other bouts or a potential venue for UFC on FX 4 are known at this time. UFC 53: "Heavy Hitters" in June 2005 was the last time the organization held an event in South Jersey.
Stay tuned to MMAmania.com for the latest UFC on FX 4 news and notes.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaMaynard vs. Guida Headlines UFC on FX 4, UFC on FX 3 Still to Be Announced
Gray Maynard will meet Clay Guida in the main event of the show headed to Atlantic City on June 22 but it will be for UFC on FX 4.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyGray Maynard vs. Clay Guida Set for Main Event at UFC on FX in Atlantic City
A lightweight bout between recent title challenger Gray Maynard and regular top contender Clay Guida has been booked for UFC on FX 3 in Atlantic City, N.J.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 3 Fight Card Rumors & Start Times
Rumored fight card and start times for UFC on FX 3 on June 22, 2012.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 4 Fight Card Rumors & Start Times
Rumored fight card and start times for UFC on FX 4 on June 22, 2012.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyClay Guida Vs. Gray Maynard Announced For UFC On FX Event In June
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Read the full article at RedditGray Maynard vs. Clay Guida Set for Main Event of UFC on FX 3
A highly anticipated lightweight matchup that has long been rumored is finally official, as the UFC announced that Gray Maynard will take on Clay Guida at UFC on FX 3. The matchup will headline the event that takes place on June 22nd in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The matchup will be a five round affair.
Maynard (10-1-1-1) has not fought since losing to Frankie Edgar at UFC 136 in October 2011. The loss marked the first of his career. “The Bully” put a first round beating on Edgar in the third matchup much like had in the second matchup, but he was unable to secure the belt either time. Guida will be just the second fresh opponent that Maynard has faced in the last two years, as he rematched both Edgar and Nate Diaz during that span.
Guida (29-12) will also be making his return to the Octagon after a tough loss, having lost to future champion Benson Henderson at UFC on FOX 1 in November. The bout was a #1 contender matchup. Prior to that loss, the longtime UFC veteran experienced the longest winning streak of his career with four straight wins, which included wins over Anthony Pettis and Takanori Gomi. The 7-time bonus winner, including 5 “Fight of the Night” bonuses, has been very active during his time in the UFC. The 7 month layoff will actually be the longest “The Carpenter” has experienced during his time in the organization.
UFC on FX 3 takes place on June 22nd in Atlantic City. The venue has yet to be announced by the UFC.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 3, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyClay Guida Vs. Gray Maynard Announced For UFC On FX 4
It looks like Gray Maynard will make his much-discussed return to the octagon on June 22nd in Atlantic City, and his opponent will be a tough, grinding wrestler like himself. And it will be a five-rounder. Here's what the UFC had to say:
Two compelling matchups will get the Summer of 2012 off to a rousing start as the June 22nd UFC on FX event will see a five round lightweight main event battle between Clay Guida and Gray Maynard.
Maynard is coming off a loss to Frankie Edgar at UFC 136 in the third bout between the two. The loss was the first of Maynard's career, and he has significantly changed up his training since then by going to Brazil and working with UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo in addition to joining American Kickboxing Academy. Guida is coming off a loss as well, dropping a tough decision to Ben Henderson at UFC on Fox in November.
The bout will serve as the main event of the night.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX 3: Gray Maynard vs Clay Guida main event fight booked for Atlantic City on June 22
Lightweight losers (in their most recent matches), Gray Maynard and Clay Guida, will each look to get back in the win column when the pair sling leather at UFC on FX 3 on June 22, 2012, In Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) today made the 155-pound announcement via its website, revealing that the showdown will serve as a five-round main event.
Maynard, a former two-time number one division contender, spent the entire 2011 mixed martial arts (MMA) fight season attempting to wrest the belt from the resilient clutches of UFC Lightweight Champion Frankie Edgar.
Despite his best efforts, including two brutal first rounds at UFC 125 and UFC 136, during which he beat "The Answer" from pillar to post, Edgar stormed back to earn a draw and then a come-from-behind technical knockout.
"The Bully," who now trains at American Kickboxing Academy (AKA) in San Jose, Calif., will now have to fight his way back toward the top, starting with "The Carpenter."
Guida himself was in the 2011 lightweight number one contender "mix," submitting Takanori Gomi and decisioning the last man to hold the World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) lightweight belt, Anthony Pettis.
In fact, he was riding a four-fight win streak inside the Octagon before Ben Henderson derailed his hairy hopes, taking a unanimous decision in a great back-and-forth battle at UFC on Fox 1 just last month to earn the next shot at Edgar.
So close, yet so far away, for both veterans.
No other bouts or a potential venue for UFC on FX 3 are known at this time. UFC 53: "Heavy Hitters" in June 2005 was the last time the organization held an event in South Jersey.
Stay tuned to MMAmania.com for the latest UFC on FX 3 news and notes.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaPayout Perspective: TUF Live Debut on FX Ratings Breakdown
The Ultimate Fighter Live debut on FX drew an average of 1.28 million viewers, as previously reported on MMAPayout.We will now take a closer look at the quarterly ratings breakdown, viewership ratings pattern, and expectations coming into the show.
The UFC ratings press release labeled the ratings as a “strong start” to the series, and according to John Solberg of FX, “Transformers” and the UFC led the channel to a #1 ranking on Friday (prime time) for the A18-49 and A18-34 demographics. We will now take a closer look at the numbers in our Ratings Breakdown analysis.
TUF Live FX Debut Ratings Breakdown:
Viewership for First Hour (15 Minute Intervals):
1,505,000
1,454,000
1,446,000
1,364,000
Viewership for Second Hour (15 Minute Intervals):
1,389,000
1,160,000
1,236,000
1,181,000
Viewership for Third Hour (15 Minute Intervals):
1,173,000
1,052,000
Total Average Viewers: 1.28 Million
TUF Live FX Debut Comparisons (Same Friday Time Slot):
TUF LIVE Premiere (FX) – 1.28 Million Average Viewers
TUF Friday’s (Reruns on Spike TV) – 653,000 Average Viewers
Bellator 60 Live (MTV 2) – 169,000 Average Viewers
Historical Comparisons and Notes:
TUF Premiere Episode Averages Seasons 1-14: 2.0 million viewers
TUF 14 Premiere on Spike – 1.5 million viewers (lowest of the 14 seasons)
TUF 13 Premiere on Spike – 1.5 million viewers (lowest of the 14 seasons)
TUF 12 Premiere on Spike – 1.6 million viewers
TUF 11 Premiere on Spike – 1.9 million viewers
TUF 10 Premiere on Spike – 4.1 million viewers (highest of the 14 seasons)
TUF 1 Premiere on Spike – 1.7 million viewers
Expectations from the UFC:
From a Dana White interview MMAWeekly.com performed regarding the matter:
“Now that we’ve got this new platform, going on big Fox and FX, the amount of viewers that are going to watch, I mean this season of the ‘Ultimate Fighter’ with no promotion whatsoever is pulling between 1.5 and 1.8 million viewers (on Spike),” White said.
…
“We’ll more than double that when we go onto FX. I mean we’ll probably have more than 3 million viewers on FX watching the ‘Ultimate Fighter’.”
Expected Viewership: More Than 3 Million Viewers (Actual: 1.3 Million)
UFC’s Reaction:
Dana White’s answer after ratings were reported and asked if 1.3M was, as he tweeted, “:) sweet!”:
“yup!!! On a Friday night when our demo is out.”
White’s answer when asked by a fan if they could move their time slot away from Friday to improve ratings and not miss their demo:
“that’s when FX wants us on”
Payout Perspective:
There are a few things to point out here. The most obvious and important one is the ratings pattern, which constantly declined throughout the show. That is not a good sign for the UFC who was hoping to make a big splash for their debut episode on FX. The second observation to point out here is that TUF Live lost one third (33%) of their audience from start to finish, which also isn’t great. The event was heavily promoted all over FOX properties and all over the internet, which makes the 1.3 million that much more disappointing. It was also the lowest TUF season debut in the history of the series, although it did win the A18-49 and A18-34 demos as well as their head to heads with Bellator on MTV 2 and Spike’s TUF repeats.
The main complain that was loudly heard from the fans was that the show format just didn’t seem to work live. There were many awkward moments with no commentary while the fights were going on and you heard talking and conversation from Dana White and the TUF coaches Dominick Cruz and Urijah Faber discussing their observations, but it just didn’t seem to work out. John Anik’s usage seemed particularly odd, as he could have been doing the play-by-play but instead was relegated to doing interviews and announcements. Most casuals we received feedback from labeled the event as “2.5 hours of random guys fighting one rounders that someone was filming from some underground location”.
The positive here is that this will not be TUF’s normal format, and their 30 minutes of drama and 30 minutes of fighting should improve the quality of the show, but you have to wonder how many first time viewers will return after that many turned their TV sets to another channel. Again, the typical format should be much more favorable to the casual and TUF fans, so we will have to wait and see
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Read the full article at MMA PayoutDana White Vlog: Behind The Scenes In Japan, Australia
UFC President Dana White gives us a look backstage at UFC 144 in Japan and UFC on FX in Australia.
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Dana White TUF: Live on FX Video Blog
UFC President Dana White kicks off his TUF: Live on FX blog by recapping last week's season premiere, and discusses the first ever Ultimate Fighter in Brazil. Fans also get a behind the scenes look at the recent UFC 144 event in Japan, as well as UFC on FX 2 in Australia.
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Read the full article at RedditDana White TUF Live Video Blog
UFC President Dana White gives an update on the new Ultimate Fighter as well as going behind the scenes for UFC 144 and UFC on FX 2 in Australia.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyDana White TUF Live Video Blog
UFC President Dana White gives an update on the new Ultimate Fighter as well as going behind the scenes for UFC 144 and UFC on FX 2 in Australia.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyDana White TUF 15: 'Live,' UFC 144 and UFC on FX 2 video blog
Right here, right now.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) President Dana White takes to the airwaves to clear the air on The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 15: "Live" on FX, which is a new twist on an familiar cable television mixed martial arts (MMA) reality series.
White goes into detail on the whole "live" angle and the broadcast, particularly the commentating -- or lack thereof -- as he and coaches Dominick Cruz and Urijah Faber watched the fights ringside and evaluated the talent. Apparently, there were a few complaints about the dead air and mumbling throughout the 2.5-hour broadcast, but he says that moving forward the show will appear "exactly the same" because "nothing is different."
Except for the "live" fights at the end. Whatever.
In other footage, White takes us behind the scenes of UFC 144: "Edgar vs. Henderson" in Saitama, Japan, and then the following week at UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" in Sydney, Australia.
Steve Cantwell, Norifumi Yamamoto, Frankie Edgar, Ben Henderson, Quinton Jackson and Ryan Bader all featured post-fight in the locker room after their respective bouts in the "Land of the Rising Sun." We also get a great look into White's initial reaction upon hearing the news that the Featherweight fight between Ian McCall vs. Demetrious Johnson was a draw after it was announced "Mighty Mouse" won via split decision.
It ain't pretty.
Martin Kampmann is also featured after his stunning, come-from-behind submission win over Thiago Alves in the main event "Down Under." Joseph Benavidez, who stopped Yasuhiro Urushitani with a vicious sequence of punches, also gets his props for advancing to the final round of the 125-pound tournament.
Enjoy.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaGeorges St. Pierre’s Road to Recovery, March 9
’Loading Player...MMAScroll LeftScroll RightGeorges St. Pierre's Road to Recovery, March 9Jon Jones: Believe Your Eyes VideoVideo: Ben Henderson Signature MovesVideo: The World According To Forrest GriffinVideo: Pat Curran KO's Joe Warren At Bellator 60 Watch the Official Trailer for ‘Fightville’ Documentary Featuring UFC Featherweight Dustin PoirierUFC Analyst Joe Rogan Looks Back on Best Coaching Moments in TUF History St. Pierre: MMA Needs A Guy Like Nick DiazVIDEO: Chael Sonnen Issues Apology to UFC Champ Anderson Silva ... Sort OfUFC Lightweight George Sotiropoulos Talks Recent Surgery and Timetable for ReturnDaniel Pineda UFC on FX Post-Fight Video InterviewGSP: I Don't Think Marijuana Is A Performance EnhancerAndrew Craig UFC on FX Post-Fight Video InterviewTJ Waldburger UFC on FX Post-Fight Video InterviewConstantinos Philippou UFC on FX Post-Fight Video InterviewJames Te Huna UFC on FX Post-Fight Video InterviewChad Mendes Talks About Training Partner Joseph Benavidez at UFC on FXThiago Alves UFC on FX Post-Fight Video InterviewStrikeforce: Tate vs. Rousey Post-Fight Press Conference Highlights VideoStrikeforce: Tate vs. Rousey Preliminary Card Post-Fight Video InterviewsJosh Thomson Strikeforce Post-Fight Video InterviewLumumba Sayers Strikeforce Post-Fight Video InterviewStrikeforce: Tate vs. Rousey Highlights Recap VideoStrikeforce Ronaldo ‘Jacare’ Souza Post-Fight Video Interview
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAJon Jones: Believe Your Eyes Video
Loading Player...MMAScroll LeftScroll RightGeorges St. Pierre's Road to Recovery, March 9Jon Jones: Believe Your Eyes VideoVideo: Ben Henderson Signature MovesVideo: The World According To Forrest GriffinVideo: Pat Curran KO's Joe Warren At Bellator 60 Watch the Official Trailer for ‘Fightville’ Documentary Featuring UFC Featherweight Dustin PoirierUFC Analyst Joe Rogan Looks Back on Best Coaching Moments in TUF History St. Pierre: MMA Needs A Guy Like Nick DiazVIDEO: Chael Sonnen Issues Apology to UFC Champ Anderson Silva ... Sort OfUFC Lightweight George Sotiropoulos Talks Recent Surgery and Timetable for ReturnDaniel Pineda UFC on FX Post-Fight Video InterviewGSP: I Don't Think Marijuana Is A Performance EnhancerAndrew Craig UFC on FX Post-Fight Video InterviewTJ Waldburger UFC on FX Post-Fight Video InterviewConstantinos Philippou UFC on FX Post-Fight Video InterviewJames Te Huna UFC on FX Post-Fight Video InterviewChad Mendes Talks About Training Partner Joseph Benavidez at UFC on FXThiago Alves UFC on FX Post-Fight Video InterviewStrikeforce: Tate vs. Rousey Post-Fight Press Conference Highlights VideoStrikeforce: Tate vs. Rousey Preliminary Card Post-Fight Video InterviewsJosh Thomson Strikeforce Post-Fight Video InterviewLumumba Sayers Strikeforce Post-Fight Video InterviewStrikeforce: Tate vs. Rousey Highlights Recap VideoStrikeforce Ronaldo ‘Jacare’ Souza Post-Fight Video Interview
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAThe Ratings are in for “The Ultimate Fighter: Live”
The Ultimate Fighter: Live debuted on FX last Friday night and pulled in a much smaller audience than the UFC were expecting.
As reported by MMAJunkie, the premier episode of The Ultimate Fighter on FX drew 1.3 million viewers, much lower than the 3 million mark UFC president Dana White had predicted the show would hit back in November.
The high water mark for TUF ratings so far remains season ten, which featured Kimbo Slice and pulled in 4.1 million viewers. By comparison, TUFs 12, 13, and 14 — which all aired on SpikeTV — drew 1.6, 1.5 and 1.5 million viewers, respectively.
For their new home on FX, the UFC reworked the standard format employed in fourteen previous seasons of The Ultimate Fighter on SpikeTV. The show is now taped and edited to air weekly, with a live fight to accompany each episode.
The premier episode featured thirty-two lightweight UFC hopefuls battling it out in sixteen, one-round fights that determined who made it into the house and who had to pack their bags. UFC president Dana White, along with coaches Dominick Cruz and Urijah Faber, watched on as the fighters did battle and offered their commentary.
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Read the full article at MMA Frenzy‘The Ultimate Fighter Live’ Draws 1.3 Million Viewers for FX Premiere
The season premiere of “The Ultimate Fighter Live” drew an average of 1.3 million viewers to FX on Friday night, according to sources in the industry.
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Read the full article at SherdogTUF Premiere Draws 1.3 Million Viewers For UFC, FX
Let the debate about The Ultimate Fighter's debut ratings begin.
On Monday, the cable network released the numbers for Friday's live debut with 1.3 million viewers tuning in, good for a 0.95 household rating for FX.
The near three-hour MMA extravaganza featured 16 live fights from Las Vegas with the winners moving into the house for the opportunity to compete for a UFC contract.
Based on a sample of social media when the news hit, the numbers are being viewed anywhere from extremely positive to very negative with some immediately pointing to TUF's ratings on Spike for last season's debut (1.5 million) and the expectations being higher with the mass amount of advertising both sides did leading up to the show.
On the flip side, FX Senior VP of Public Relations John Solberg pointed out on Twitter that a re-air of Transformers 2 and TUF helped the network get to No. 1 with adults 18-34 and 18-49, among other highlights.
@JohnSolbergFXJohn Solberg Premiere of The Ultimate Fighter Live (9-11:38 PM ET) #TUFLive was up +58% in A18-49, +96% in M18-49 and +124% in M18-34 vs. year ago TP. Mar 12 via web Favorite Retweet Reply
The final season of TUF on Spike drew an average of 1.5 million viewers per episode.
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Read the full article at Bloody Elbow“UFC 145: Jones vs. Evans” Official Televised Lineup
Nine bouts on the “UFC 145: Jones vs. Evans” fight card have been scheduled for broadcast on FX and pay-per-view.
A four-fight preliminary card will air on FX, featuring an intriguing bantamweight contest between Miguel Torres and Michael McDonald at the top of the broadcast. Battles between the Stephen Thompson and Matt Brown, heavyweights Travis Browne and Chad Griggs, as well as Anthony Njokuani and John Makdessi will fill out the rest of the FX-aired portion of the card.
The FX preliminaries will lead into a five-fight main card on pay-per-view headlined by a light heavyweight title fight between rivals Jon Jones and Rashad Evans.
Three preliminary card bouts have yet to be officially assigned a home, but are expected to be shown on Facebook. Check out the full lineup below:
MAIN CARD
(C) Jon Jones vs. Rashad Evans
Rory MacDonald vs. Che Mills
Ben Rothwell vs. Brendan Schaub
Mark Hominick vs. Eddie Yagin
Mark Bocek vs. Matt Wiman
PRELIMINARY CARD (FX)
Michael McDonald vs. Miguel Torres
Travis Browne vs. Chad Griggs
Matt Brown vs. Stephen Thompson
John Makdessi vs. Anthony Njokuani
PRELIMINARY CARD
Mac Danzig vs. Efrain Escudero
Chris Clements vs. Keith Wisniewski
Maximo Blanco vs. Marcus Brimage
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC 145's televised lineup official for pay-per-view, FX
The televised lineup for April's "UFC 145: Jones vs. Evans" fight card is complete.
As expected, the event features a five-fight pay-per-view main card
headlined by Jon Jones vs. Rashad Evans in addition to a four-fight "UFC
Prelims" special that airs on FX.
The FX broadcast features Michael McDonald vs. Miguel Torres, Travis
Browne vs. Chad Griggs, Matt Brown vs. Stephen Thompson and John
Makdessi vs. Anthony Njokuani.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieThe Good and Bad of TUF: Live
TUF: Live, the newly revamped FX version of The Ultimate Fighter, may not deserve to be judged on its opening episode, which will differ from episodes to come over the 13-week season, but the show did give a sampling of what viewers could expect from the fighters soon to inhabit the house as well as the production that goes along with it.As a live sports presentation, it was a bit uneven in its delivery. While TUF fans are used to watching fights without a play-by-play man and color commentator, it felt strange to do so for 2 1/2 hours straight. With the move to FX and in theory, a broader audience, the broadcast might have benefited from announcers to explain what was happening.There was good and bad to the show, with most of the high spots coming during the in-cage action. Among the standouts? Justin Lawrence, who walked on to the set as a little-known newbie in MMA but walked out as one of the favorites to win it all after steamrolling respected veteran James Krause.
TUF: Live Review-- When the UFC announced that all 16 elimination fights would be aired on FX, we wondered how that could be possible. The answer was one-round fights. That was a good call, immediately raising the stakes and ratcheting up the intensity level. In addition, $5,000 awards were promised for finishes. Not surprisingly, eight of the first 12 bouts went to a finish. The last four went to decisions, but remember, those fighters had been waiting to compete for over two hours by that time, so they might not have been as fresh and loose as the guys who fought early.-- Throughout the broadcast, FX imposed an "Ultimate Fighter FX Live" logo on the upper right part of the screen. While those types of placements are relatively standard in TV presentations, on an HD set, it happened to be in a place that often covered fighter's faces as they moved around the cage. In most stick and ball sports, the producer can contain the action in the middle of the screen, and that ad is merely an annoyance, but in MMA, it's blocking a participant, and could cause a viewer to miss the impact of a fight-changing strike. It should be moved or completely removed by next week.
-- UFC president Dana White and coaches Dominick Cruz and Urijah Faber filled some of the lulls in fights with their commentary at a cageside desk. Their significance was highlighted during one of the night's last fights, when fighter Jon Tuck suddenly looked down before continuing to fight. At home, it was hard to tell why, but Cruz immediately pointed out Tuck had broken his toe.
Cruz was especially good at analysis and explaining what a fighter was doing right and wrong in a given situation, even though he was doing it in a conversational way while talking to White. The trio also had some humorous moments, like when White told Cruz and Faber that their cornermen sucked for not informing the fighters how much time was left on the clock each round. Cruz pointed out that his corners had timers on their phones but the production staff had taken them phones away, to which White replied, "Real professional. You go in the corner with your phones?"-- On the other hand, the trio shouldn't have had to carry the information load. It would have made more sense to have a broadcasting team and to occasionally listen in on Cruz and Faber scouting the fights as they went along. -- Refreshing: A series of 16 fights with no booing. Stale: No crowd. A very small (and quiet) group watched the fights live at the TUF training center. In the past, there was no audience in order to guard the results from leaking out into the public, but there's no real purpose for it now. Unfortunately, the TUF gym isn't big enough to house much of a crowd, so this one's mostly out of their control.
-- Based on the UFC's pledge of $5,000 per finish, they shelled out $40,000 last night. The fastest finisher: Sam Sicilia, who needed only eight seconds to knock out Erin Beach. The slowest: Vinc Pinchel, who took 3:39 to choke out Cody Pfister with a rear naked choke after slicing him open with an elbow from the top.
-- Next week, TUF: Live moves to its "jive-live" format, with pre-taped segments stemming from the contestants' time in the house leading into the first first-round fight. That will feel more like the old TUF with the added element of the live bout. Given White's insistence that the FX network, with its broader demographic reach than Spike, will bring in many first-time viewers, it just seems like it would make sense to have announcers explaining the fights as they happen. At least we can say that the sporting experience is as it should be, live, and for most fans, that is the more important change of the two.The 16 ContestantsJoe Proctor (7-1)Cristiano Marcello (12-3)Sam Sicilia (10-0)Chris Tickle (7-4)Andy Ogle (8-1)Vinc Pinchel (7-0)John Cofer (7-1)Chris Saunders (9-2)James Vick (4-0)Michael Chiesa (4-0)Mike Rio (8-1)Justin Lawrence (3-0)Darren Cruikshank (10-2)Jeremy Larsen (8-2)Al Iaquinta (5-1-1)Myles Jury (9-0)Four FavoritesJustin Lawrence - 3-0, Team Black House fighterCristiano Marcello - 15-year veteran, 11 finishes in 12 pro winsMike Rio - 7 finishes in 8 pro fightsSam Sicilia - Undefeated, 8 first-round finishes in 10 wins
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseThe Ultimate Fighter on FX Episode 1 Recap: Fan’s Take (Yahoo! Contributor Network)
On March 9, the Ultimate Fighting Championship brought its hit reality series, "The Ultimate Fighter," to FX. The coaches on this season features UFC bantamweight champion, Dominick Cruz and former WEC champion, Urijah Faber.
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Read the full article at Yahoo! SportsKimbo Slice Wants You To Watch TUF Live 1 Tonight on FX
Kimbo Slice says to watch the TUF Live 1 premiere tonight on FX which is pretty funny because Kimbo is also hosting Spike TV’s “The Ultimate Fighter Fridays” counter-programming tonight.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertThe Ultimate Fighter Cruz Vs. Faber Episode 1 Live Discussion
Tonight on FX, the Ultimate Fighter debut for the first time on the cable network. Featuring bantamweights Dominick Cruz and Urijah Faber as coaches, this season will be the first time in history that the fights are shown live. Tonight, 32 lightweight fighters will square off for the sixteen spots for the remainder of the season. This season will also see several changes from previous years as this will be the first time that contestants will compete for an unheard of thirteen weeks.
Both the UFC and FX have stated that all sixteen fights will air live tonight. The show starts at 9:00 PM ET/8:00 PM CT and will run for two and a half hours on FX. After the premiere, the show will settle into its normal time slot of 10:00 PM ET/9:00 PM CT.
Join us for a live discussion of the debut episode of the Ultimate Fighter Cruz vs Faber.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowVideo: Kimbo Slice tells UFC fans to watch Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 15 'Live' on FX ...
... even though he's hosting "The Ultimate Fighter Fridays" on Spike TV tonight (March 9, 2012), which is playing in direct competition to TUF 15's 2.5 hour season premiere on FX at 9 p.m. ET.
Meanwhile the crafty fellas with the UFC have him promoting TUF "Live" on FX:
"Ultimate Fighter fans, listen up. If you're not watching FX, you're missing the all new season of The Ultimate Fighter live. That's right, this year's season is airing live ONLY on FX. Dominick Cruz, Urijah Faber, and 32 other fighters are squaring off live, only on FX. It's tonight at 9 p.m. Watch the all new season of the Ultimate Fighter, only on FX."
That's three mentions of TUF airing live "only on FX," folks. War is hell and all that, right?
For all the latest details on TUF 15 click here.
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Read the full article at MMA Mania'UFC Primetime' returns to FX for 'UFC 145: Jones vs. Evans'
The grudge match is coming, and FX is going to document the buildup.
In advance of their UFC 145 light heavyweight title fight, UFC champ Jon
Jones and former title holder Rashad Evans will be featured in an
upcoming edition of "UFC Primetime," a three-part special that airs on
FX.
The first episode airs Friday, April 6, at 11 p.m. ET, with subsequent
episodes premiering in the same timeslot on April 13 and April 20.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieVideo: Joe Rogan Looks Back At His Favorite Moments From The Ultimate Fighter
With the 15th season of The Ultimate Fighter set to kick off tonight with a special two hour episode at 9 PM EST on FX, UFC announcer Joe Rogan takes a look back at his favorite moments from the previous seasons of the long-running reality show.
This season marks the first time in the show’s history that the fights will air LIVE as they happen. In addition, this will also be the first season not to air on Spike TV, as FX takes over the rights of the show due to the UFC’s exclusive network deal with Fox and its networks FX and Fuel TV.
Take a look back with Rogan, as he presents a few of his favorite moments of the show’s history.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyIan McCall says he can only blame himself for UFC on FX 2 draw
By all measures, UFC on FX 2 could have been much worse for Ian McCall.
What initially was announced as a heartbreaking loss to Demetrious Johnson actually turned out to be a draw. His flyweight-tournament hopes are still alive because of their upcoming rematch. And his No. 1 ranking has largely remained intact.
Still, "Uncle Creepy" is full of regret.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC On FX 2 Averages 1.4 Million Viewers
Since the move to Fox-branded stations, UFC programming isn't drawing as well as it did on Spike but is continuing to grow. UFC on FX 2, which aired live last Friday night from Sydney, Australia and featured a main event of Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann along with the semi-finals of the flyweight tournament, drew more average viewers than UFC on FX 1 did. The prelims on Fuel didn't draw quite as well as the first show, however. MMA Weekly has the info:
The UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann main card on FX drew an audience of 1.4 million viewers, with the preliminary bouts on Fuel TV pulling in 113,000.
The ratings on FX mark a slight uptick from UFC on FX 1, featuring Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard, which drew 1.3 million viewers. The Fuel TV prelims for UFC on FX 1, however, did a bit better, nabbing an audience of 148,000.
In addition to those two shows, the first UFC on Fuel show drew an average of 217,000 viewers, which was a record for the network. It's tough to draw any conclusions from just a few shows but, despite being counterprogrammed by Spike, they seem to be doing okay so far.
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX 2 Earns 1.4 Million Viewers; Strikeforce ‘Tate vs. Rousey’ Nets 431,000
UFC on FX 2 posted an average viewership of 1.4 million observers for Friday night’s broadcast on the Fox-owned cable network.
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Read the full article at SherdogThe Ultimate Fighter goes live on FX Canada
The Ultimate Fighter is set to debut with a new live format starting Friday on FX Canada (with replays to air on Sportsnet).
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Read the full article at sportsnet.caUFC on FX 2 TV Ratings on a Slight Uptick
The UFC's TV ratings haven't gone gangbusters since making the move to the Fox family of networks, but UFC on FX 2 did represent upward momentum.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 2 ratings: 1.4 million FX viewers and 113,000 FUEL TV viewers
This past weekend's four-fight UFC on FX 2 event, which was the second
UFC main card to air on the FOX-owned FX, averaged 1.4 million viewers.
Additionally, the night's six-bout preliminary card averaged 113,000 viewers on FUEL TV.
MMAjunkie.com today confirmed the ratings information with industry sources.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieDaniel Pineda UFC on FX Post-Fight Video Interview
Daniel Pineda made it two for two in the UFC on Saturday with another short-notice victory, this time an armbar over Mackens Semerzier at UFC on FX in Sydney.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAAndrew Craig UFC on FX Post-Fight Video Interview
Andrew Craig talks about his UFC debut, an unanimous decision upset win over hometown favorite Kyle Noke on Saturday at UFC on FX in Sydney.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMATJ Waldburger UFC on FX Post-Fight Video Interview
TJ Waldburger talks about his first-round armbar submission victory over Jake Hecht on Saturday at UFC on FX in Sydney.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAConstantinos Philippou UFC on FX Post-Fight Video Interview
After failing to get into the Season 11 TUF house, Costas Philippou got poetic justice Saturday with a win over TUF 11 winner Court McGee at UFC on FX in Sydney.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAJames Te Huna UFC on FX Post-Fight Video Interview
James Te Huna talks about his quick first-round TKO victory over Aaron Rosa in front of his home Australian fans at UFC on FX in Sydney.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAChad Mendes Talks About Training Partner Joseph Benavidez at UFC on FX
Team Alpha Male standout Chad Mendes talks about cornering teammate Joseph Benavidez and Benavidez's drop to flyweight at UFC on FX in Sydney.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMACheck out pictures from UFC on FX 2 (Yahoo! Sports)
Tracy Lee was in Sydney, Australia, for UFC on FX 2, and she caught all the action from cageside. Check out her pictures of Martin Kampmann's comeback, Joseph Benavidez's big win, and all the rest of Friday's fights.
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Read the full article at Yahoo! SportsThiago Alves UFC on FX Post-Fight Video Interview
Hear from Thiago Alves, who was winning on the scorecards until a last-minute submission attempt from Martin Kampmann changed everything at UFC on FX in Sydney.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMALook who was sitting in front of me at UFC on FX 2 in Sydney!
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Read the full article at RedditUFC On FX 2 Results Recap: Martin Kampmann Vs. Thiago Alves
In the main event of UFC on FX 2, Martin Kampmann narrowly edged out a win over Thiago Alves. Kampmann won the fight via submission due to a guillotine choke with less than a minute left in the fight. Kampmann improves his record to 19-5 and now has back-to-back wins over highly ranked opponents Alves and Rick Story. Alves drops to 19-9 and is just 2-4 in his last 6.
As most fans expected, the majority of this fight was a stand-up battle. And that battle was largely won by Thiago Alves. While Kampmann had some success in round 1 with a nice headkick, Alves was overall much more successful. He outstruck Kampmann, and used his powerful leg kicks to damage the Hitman. Late in the 3rd, Alves rocked Kampmann, but made a fatal mistake. Instead of trying to end the fight standing, Thiago shot for a takedown. Kampmann grabbed Alves's exposed head, locked on a guillotine, and pulled off the miraculous come from behind win.
What was the high spot of the fight?
Clearly the finishing sequence - both for Alves's big shots and Kampmann's choke.
Where do these guys go from here?
Martin Kampmann called out Carlos Condit post-fight, playing off the fact that he defeated Condit in the interim champion's UFC debut. But at only 2 fights removed from back to back loses, and with this fight being very close, I don't think he's there just yet, especially since Condit seems to be sitting on the bench awaiting GSP. I'd say Kampmann vs. Ellenberger makes perfect sense with the winner being next in line for the title.
Thiago Alves Vs. Martin Kampmann Full Fight Video Highlights From UFC On FX 2
Thiago Alves is in a tough spot. The former #1 contender just can't find consistency anymore and is in a "win one lose one" cycle. He hasn't defeated a ranked opponent since 2008. He still has value to the UFC as a gatekeeper, but his days as a contender are pretty clearly done. I'd pair him with Diego Sanchez - they were supposed to meet back at UFC 90, and now is an excellent time to make good on that one.
Watch it now, later, or never?
Later. It's a good fight that's worth your time, but it's not an absolute must-watch.
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann
More Bloody Elbow coverage after the jump...
Strikeforce and UFC on FX 2: Sunday Morning Perspective - T.P. Grant
UFC On FX 2 Video: Dana White, Demetrious Johnson, Ian McCall React - Josh Nason
UFC On FX 2 Results: Winners, Losers, And Other Thoughts - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Results: Commission Miscues And Not Fighting Dominating Post-Event Talk - Josh Nason
UFC On FX 2 Results: Martin Kampmann Wins But Fails To Impress - Fraser Coffeen
UFC On FX 2 Results: Ian McCall Vs. Demetrious Johnson Scorecard Error - Tim Burke
Thiago Alves Vs. Martin Kampmann Full Fight Video Highlights From UFC On FX 2
Dana White Says Demetrious Johnson Vs. Ian McCall Was A Draw, Commission Botched Scores - Brent Brookhouse
UFC On FX 2: Kampmann Vs. Alves Results And Post-Fight Analysis - Brent Brookhouse
UFC On FX 2 Post-Fight Press Conference Video - Tim Burke
Bad Boy Presents Bloody Elbow Radio - Episode 142: UFC On FX Results Review - Matt Bishop
UFC On FX 2 Results: Martin Kampmann Chokes Thiago Alves Out In Round Three - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2: Kampmann Vs. Alves Live Results And Play-By-Play For FX Main Card - Brent Brookhouse
UFC On FX: Ian McCall Vs. Demetrious Johnson Fight Metric Report - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Results: Joseph Benavidez Knocks Yasuhiro Urushitani Out In The Second - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Results: Demetrious Johnson Wins Controversial Decision Over Ian McCall - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Results: Constantinos Philippou Hands Court McGee First UFC Defeat - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2: Kampmann Vs. Alves Live Results And Play-By-Play For Fuel TV Undercard - Brent Brookhouse
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC On FX 2 Results Recap: Main Card And Flyweight Tournament
This week, for our UFC on FX 2 results recaps, we have once again split the card into 3 separate pieces. Earlier, we covered the prelim card, and here is a recap of the main card action. Check back later for the Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann main event.
Overall, UFC on FX 2 was a solid event, with the Flyweight division successfully stealing the show their first time out. It's a shame that those Flyweight bouts will largely be remembered for a huge commission mistake, not for the incredible action inside the cage. But if this is an indication of what the UFC Flyweight division has in store - and I suspect it is - count me in.
Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou
In the main card opener, Constantinos Philippou defeated Court McGee in a Middleweight fight. Philippou took the victory via unanimous decision, with scores of 29-28 on all three judges' scorecards. The difference maker in this fight was Philippou's superior boxing, as he was able to control the fight on the feet, while also avoiding McGee's takedown attempts. Good showing from Costa Philippou, who is now 3-1 in the UFC and 10-2 overall. I'd like to see him against a ranked opponent next time out, though many possible opponents are currently booked. McGee suffers his first loss here, so he won't be going anywhere, but will need a win to reestablish his position next time.
When to watch? Honestly, never. It was a fine fight, but nothing very memorable either way.
Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall
In the first of two Flyweight tournament semi-finals, Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall fought to a draw. This result was marred by controversy, as post-fight, the result was announced as a split decision win for Johnson. After the event, it was revealed that the commission made a mistake in writing down the scores, and the correct decision was a majority draw. This is particularly frustrating as the UFC had announced that, in the event of a draw, these Flyweight tournament bouts would go to a sudden death 4th round. It's a shame an error denied us the chance to see that. Johnson and McCall will now rematch in April, once again for a shot at the new UFC Flyweight title.
More on the Johnson vs. McCall Controversy:
Video: Dana White, Demetrious Johnson, Ian McCall React
Ian McCall Vs. Demetrious Johnson Scorecard Error
Dana White Says Demetrious Johnson Vs. Ian McCall Was A Draw, Commission Botched Scores
Also unfortunate in all of this is that it overshadows what was a terrific fight. These two men will go down in the record books as having the first ever UFC Flyweight fight, and they absolutely delivered with a fast-paced 15 minute fight that moved from the ground to the feet and throughout the cage.
When to watch? Right now. This was a terrific, terrific fight, well deserving of its Fight of the Night honors. And though the decision error is a shame, the result is that we get 3 more rounds of these two. And that is fine by me.
Check out the rest of the card plus more UFC on FX 2 preview coverage from Bloody Elbow after the jump.
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann
Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani
The second Flyweight semi-final was much more straight forward and went pretty much exactly as predicted. Shooto champion Yasuhiro Urushitani provided little challenge for Joseph Benavidez, who won the fight via TKO 11 seconds into round 2. Benavidez is now 16-2 overall and 3-0 in the UFC, while Urushitani drops his overall record to 19-5-6. Next up for Benavidez is the UFC Flyweight title fight against the winner of the Johnson vs. McCall rematch. With this win, expect Benavidez to be the favorite against either man. Urushitani looked like he will struggle in this division, but with only 6 fighters in the division, will the UFC cut him already? It's unlikely.
When to watch? Now. It's not long, ends in a great KO, and sets the stage for what will be a tremendously anticipated Flyweight final.
More Bloody Elbow coverage
Strikeforce and UFC on FX 2: Sunday Morning Perspective - T.P. Grant
UFC On FX 2 Video: Dana White, Demetrious Johnson, Ian McCall React - Josh Nason
UFC On FX 2 Results: Winners, Losers, And Other Thoughts - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Results: Commission Miscues And Not Fighting Dominating Post-Event Talk - Josh Nason
UFC On FX 2 Results: Martin Kampmann Wins But Fails To Impress - Fraser Coffeen
UFC On FX 2 Results: Ian McCall Vs. Demetrious Johnson Scorecard Error - Tim Burke
Thiago Alves Vs. Martin Kampmann Full Fight Video Highlights From UFC On FX 2
Dana White Says Demetrious Johnson Vs. Ian McCall Was A Draw, Commission Botched Scores - Brent Brookhouse
UFC On FX 2: Kampmann Vs. Alves Results And Post-Fight Analysis - Brent Brookhouse
UFC On FX 2 Post-Fight Press Conference Video - Tim Burke
Bad Boy Presents Bloody Elbow Radio - Episode 142: UFC On FX Results Review - Matt Bishop
UFC On FX 2 Results: Martin Kampmann Chokes Thiago Alves Out In Round Three - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2: Kampmann Vs. Alves Live Results And Play-By-Play For FX Main Card - Brent Brookhouse
UFC On FX: Ian McCall Vs. Demetrious Johnson Fight Metric Report - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Results: Joseph Benavidez Knocks Yasuhiro Urushitani Out In The Second - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Results: Demetrious Johnson Wins Controversial Decision Over Ian McCall - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Results: Constantinos Philippou Hands Court McGee First UFC Defeat - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2: Kampmann Vs. Alves Live Results And Play-By-Play For Fuel TV Undercard - Brent Brookhouse
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC On FX 2 Results Recap: Preliminary Card
Generally we break these things down fight-by-fight, but for this event we're going to do one recap for the whole undercard. This will give a brief description of each fight, what might be next for each fighter, and whether the fight is worthy of a watch or not. There will also be recaps covering the flyweight tournament and other main card fight, and one for the main event.
James Te Huna (14-5, 3-1 UFC) vs. Aaron Rosa (17-5, 1-2 UFC)
Te Huna picked up a TKO win at 2:08 of the first round after battering Rosa around the cage. Te Huna turned Rosa's face into a crimson mask and just wailed away until referee Leon Roberts had to step in (maybe a little late). Three wins (and finishes) in four UFC fights should earn Te Huna a bigger matchup next time out, maybe Stanislav Nedkov or Stephan Bonnar. Rosa is now 1-1 at 205, and will probably get a debuting fighter next time he enters the octagon. Watch it now if you haven't already.
Anthony Perosh (13-6, 3-3 UFC) vs. Nick Penner (11-2, 0-1 UFC)
Perosh earned the TKO stoppage with just one second left in the first round. Penner staggered him a couple of times and hit a nice sweep, but Perosh took over late, getting to mount and almost finishing by choke but setting for a TKO instead. Perosh is approaching 40 and isn't really ever going to be a contender, but he's a fun fighter and has now won three in a row. He will likely get another fun bout the next time the UFC goes back to Australia. Penner will definitely get another fight. It might make sense to match him up against Rosa. Watch it later.
Cole Miller (18-6, 7-4 UFC) vs. Steven Siler (20-9, 2-0 UFC)
Miller disappointed in his featherweight debut and was controlled by Siler for most of the fight. Siler picked up a unanimous decision win with all three judges scoring it 29-28. Miller came on late, getting to mount in the third and threatening with an armbar, but it wasn't enough. Cole was expected to quickly rise through the ranks at 145, but this is a huge setback for him and it's hard to see where he goes from here. Siler is now an improbable 2-0 in the UFC and while he's miles away from contending, he will probably get another tough opponent next. Daniel Pineda would be logical. You'd be fine if you skipped this one.
Kyle Noke (19-6-1, 3-2 UFC) vs. Andrew Craig (7-0, 1-0 UFC)
Craig picked up a surprising unanimous decision victory, by three 29-28 scores. It quickly came out that Noke blew out his knee in the first round and gutted it out, which was praised by Dana White. Still though, it was a huge win for a solid prospect in Craig and will lead to some good things for him. Chris Camozzi or Riki Fukuda could be solid matchups for him. Noke will like be out for a while with the knee injury. You can skip this one too.
More prelim fights after the jump.
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann
T.J. Waldburger (15-6, 3-1 UFC) vs. Jake Hecht (11-3, 1-1 UFC)
Waldburger picked up the win with a beautiful armbar in just 55 seconds. Hecht tried to flip and roll out of it, but it just looked to make it worse as he tapped out in major pain. He has now won three of four UFC fights, and is only 23. A bout with Matt Riddle could make some sense. Hecht might be a good fit to face the loser of UFC on Fuel 2's matchup between DaMarques Johnson and John Maguire. Watch this now.
Mackens Semerzier (6-4, 1 NC, 1-1, 1 NC UFC) vs. Daniel Pineda (17-7, 2-0 UFC)
Pineda submitted Semerzier with an armbar at 2:05 of the first round. He dropped Mack with a left, then switched up an unsuccessful triangle into the slick fight-finishing armbar. Pineda has burst onto the scene with two legit UFC wins in just over two months, and I like matching him up with fellow UFC on FX 2 winner Steven Siler, as I said above. Semerzier will most likely get the rematch with Robert Peralta that was originally scheduled for this card before Peralta withdrew due to an injury. Watch this now too.
Oli Thompson (9-3, 0-1 UFC) vs. Shawn Jordan (13-3, 1-0 UFC)
Jordan picked up a TKO win at 3:53 in the second round of a very entertaining fight. Jordan dropped the former strongman in the first and second rounds, but both fighters were throwing heavy leather for the whole fight. Jordan finally landed a knee and some nasty uppercuts to get the finish. Both guys aren't likely going to crack the top 25 anytime soon, but there's usually a place on the card for good entertainment. Jordan could be a solid foe for Stipe Miocic next, while Thompson will probably resurface against Philip De Fries on an English card. I'd say this is worthy of watching now.
More Bloody Elbow coverage:
Strikeforce and UFC on FX 2: Sunday Morning Perspective - T.P. Grant
UFC On FX 2 Video: Dana White, Demetrious Johnson, Ian McCall React - Josh Nason
UFC On FX 2 Results: Winners, Losers, And Other Thoughts - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Results: Commission Miscues And Not Fighting Dominating Post-Event Talk - Josh Nason
UFC On FX 2 Results: Martin Kampmann Wins But Fails To Impress - Fraser Coffeen
UFC On FX 2 Results: Ian McCall Vs. Demetrious Johnson Scorecard Error - Tim Burke
Thiago Alves Vs. Martin Kampmann Full Fight Video Highlights From UFC On FX 2
Dana White Says Demetrious Johnson Vs. Ian McCall Was A Draw, Commission Botched Scores - Brent Brookhouse
UFC On FX 2: Kampmann Vs. Alves Results And Post-Fight Analysis - Brent Brookhouse
UFC On FX 2 Post-Fight Press Conference Video - Tim Burke
Bad Boy Presents Bloody Elbow Radio - Episode 142: UFC On FX Results Review - Matt Bishop
UFC On FX 2 Results: Martin Kampmann Chokes Thiago Alves Out In Round Three - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2: Kampmann Vs. Alves Live Results And Play-By-Play For FX Main Card - Brent Brookhouse
UFC On FX: Ian McCall Vs. Demetrious Johnson Fight Metric Report - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Results: Joseph Benavidez Knocks Yasuhiro Urushitani Out In The Second - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Results: Demetrious Johnson Wins Controversial Decision Over Ian McCall - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Results: Constantinos Philippou Hands Court McGee First UFC Defeat - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2: Kampmann Vs. Alves Live Results And Play-By-Play For Fuel TV Undercard - Brent Brookhouse
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX 2 results: Dana White speechless about scorecard screw up, Commissioner explains what went wrong.
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Read the full article at RedditUFC on FX 2 Post-Fight Interviews: Thiago Alves ‘Devastated’ He Got ‘Caught’
UFC on FX 2 post-fight interviews via FUEL TV.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC On FX 2 Video: Dana White, Demetrious Johnson, Ian McCall React
It was revealed at the UFC on FX 2 post-fight press conference that the Ian McCall vs. Demetrious Johnson flyweight tournament bout was actually scored a majority draw, but announced incorrectly.
BE has the video from that announcement featuring a very upset Dana White, Australia Department of Sport and Recreation head Craig Waller, Johnson and McCall with their reactions.
Johnson and McCall said they had heard backstage about the issue, while their possible future opponent Joseph Benavidez was shocked to hear the news right there and said, "I thought it was a draw. It was a great, close fight."
"Controversy seems to be stuck to us like glue these days, so what are you gonna do," White said. During his apology, Waller mentioned the two would perhaps rematch in April but White said nothing was figured out yet.
"I like him. We have fun beating each other up, so it's going to be a good time," a jovial McCall said. "I can do this again, make more money...I'm all in."
Watch the seven minute clip after the jump.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowMartin Kampmann UFC on FX Post-Fight Video Interview
UFC on FX main event winner Martin Kampmann talks about his last-minute miracle submission against Thiago Alves on Saturday in Australia.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 2 Video Highlights: Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann
Video highlights from the UFC on FX 2 main event between Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann via FOX Sports.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC on FX 2 Post-Fight Press Conference Full Video
Full video of the UFC on FX 2 post-fight press conference.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertKampmann Disappointed in Performance, Happy for Submission Win at UFC on FX 2
Martin Kampmann may have gotten a win over Thiago Alves at UFC on FX 2, but it did not unfold the way he had drawn it up.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX 2 Draws Record Fight Night Gate and Attendance!
Despite the controversy over one of the flyweight fights, UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann was a resounding success at the box office.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 2 bonuses and awards for 'Alves vs Kampmann' in Australia
UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" from the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia, has officially wrapped, which means 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 $50,000 each.
The promotion dished out its standard post-fight monetary bonuses to four out of the 22 fighters on the card, and it's probably no surprise who's leaving "The Land Down Under" with a second sack of simoleons.
It's definitely not a surprise that Joseph Benavidez was awarded "Knockout of the Night" honors for his second round smashing of Yasuhiro Urushitani in the semifinals of the flyweight tournament. Turns out those insane odds at the books were right after all.
"Submission of the Night" was also a landslide in favor of main event winner Martin Kampmann, who used a Hail Mary guillotine choke to tap Thiago Alves after getting his brain rattled for 14 minutes. He said he was going to finish the fight and avoid any crazy judging shenanigans and that's exactly what he did.
And it got him an extra $50K. Can't hate the hustle.
Speaking of judging and scoring errors, Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall engaged in a spirited, back-and-forth battle that ended in a split decision in favor of the former. Or at least that's what we told at first. It was later learned that a scorecard error was made by the Commission in Australia and the bout should have gone to the fourth round, the sudden victory round instituted to avoid draws.
Oh, the irony. The cruel, cruel irony.
Maybe it's not so bad after all, as the two had one hell of a scrap that resulted in their being awarded "Fight of the Night" honors. They'll also rematch in the very near future to do it all again. Sounds like a gay old time.
Here are the special fight bonuses for UFC on FX 2:
Knockout of the Night -- Joseph Benavidez
Submission of the Night -- Martin Kampmann
Fight of the Night -- Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall
Again, each fighter received $50,000 extra for their performances in addition to their respective base salaries, which we will pass along as soon as possible.
For complete UFC on FX 2 results and blow-by-blow coverage of all the night's action click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann Fight Video Highlights
Relive UFC on FX 2's dramatic main event with Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann fight highlights, courtesy of Fox Sports.
UFC on FX 2 took place March 3, 2012 at the Allphones Arena Arena in Sydney, Australia. Video can be seen below.
For more on Kampmann's stunning comeback, follow the play-by-play from MMA Fighting's Shaun Al-Shatti.
Round 1: Herb Dean oversees tonight's main event. Alves stalks forward and just misses a straight right. Kampmann shoots for a single but Alves fights it off and recovers back to the feet. Kampmann rockets a massive front kick that wobbles Alves. Kampmann rushes in to follow but he doesn't seem to know how hurt his opponent is. Kampmann drags the fight to the mat but by now Alves has regained his wits and stands. This time it's "Pitbull" that gets the takedown. Alves is staying busy, working his way from half guard to side control and eventually mount. Not a good spot for Kampmann. Alves is smothering, landing short shots from close range. Alves finally postures up but Kampmann bucks and gets to his feet. MMA Fighting scores it 10-9 for Alves.
Round 2: Both men are staying patient. Kampmann rushes in but Alves circles and escapes. A high knee grazes for Kampmann but nothing to follow up. Alves slips a jab and finds his mark with a perfect counter left hook. Another exchange and Alves gets the better of it. Kampmann shoots for a double but he can't get it. Alves is walking forward and pressing the action. A big straight right crunches Kampmann's jaw, opening a cut on his face. Blood is dripping down Kampmann but Alves is showing patience. Kampmann pushes Alves against the fence as the horn sounds. MMA Fighting scores it 10-9 for Alves.
Round 3: The crowd applauds both men for the final frame. Alves stalks forward early, planting Kampmann against the cage. Kampmann reverses and releases. Nothing significant has landed. Kampmann tosses Alves to the fence and unloads a knee right on his chin. Alves eats a counter right after missing with a flurry. Neither fighter is displaying any sort of urgency. Alves lands a hard shot and storms inside, muscling Kampmann to the mat. Kampmann somehow reverses and lands into mount! He has a guillotine and it's deep! Alves taps, it's over. What a comeback!
UFC on FX 2 results: Martin Kampmann def. Thiago Alves via submission (guillotine choke) at 4:12 of round 3.
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseMartin Kampmann vs Thiago Alves full fight video highlights from UFC on FX 2
Martin Kampmann scores a Hail Mary guillotine choke submission win with just one minute remaining in his fight against Thiago Alves in the main event of UFC on FX 2 last night (Fri., March 2, 2012) in Sydney, Australia. "The Hitman" was battered and beaten, having lost two rounds on the judges scorecards and needing a miracle in the final frame. Even then, he was getting it taken to him by "The Pitbull" who pushed forward with a relentless attack. Unfortunately for the Brazilian, that included a takedown attempt that saw him wrapped up in a guillotine that forced him to tap just 60 seconds away from victory. Amazing. For a more detailed breakdown of the fight click here and for complete UFC on FX 2 results and blow-by-blow coverage of all the night's action click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaScoring Error Mars UFC on FX Flyweight Debut; Johnson-McCall to Rematch
A score tallying error by the commission in Sydney caused Demetrious Johnson to incorrectly be announced as the winner over Ian McCall at UFC on FX on Friday. The two now must rematch in the UFC's...
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Read the full article at Heavy MMATop of the UFC on FX 2 Fight Card Nabs $50,000 Fighter Bonuses
The fighters at UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann made the decisions difficult, but the top of the fight card took home the $50,000 fighter bonsues in Sydney.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 2's Johnson-McCall actually a draw, tabulation error leads to rematch
SYDNEY - After initially declared a split-decision win for Demetrious Johnson and then a majority-decision victory for the fighter, Johnson's UFC on FX 2 bout with Ian McCall actually turned out to be a majority draw.
The Combat Sports Authority of New South Wales confirmed after UFC on FX 2 that a tabulation error resulted in the incorrect scores.
The mistake was caught too late for the flyweight-tournament fight to go to what would have been a sudden-victory fourth round.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieMartin Kampmann’s Late Guillotine Stuns Thiago Alves at UFC on FX
Down on the scorecards going into the third round, and about to drop the last round, as well, Martin Kampmann pulled off a miracle guillotine to beat Thiago Alves in the main event at UFC on FX in...
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 2 bonuses: Benavidez, Kampmann, Johnson, McCall $50K awards
SYDNEY - Joseph Benavidez, Martin Kampmann, Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall each earned $50,000 fight-night bonuses for their performances at Friday's UFC on FX 2 event.
Benavidez earned the night's "Knockout of the Night" award, Kampmann picked up the "Submission of the Night" bonus, and headliners Johnson and McCall earned "Fight of the Night" honors.
MMAjunkie.com learned of the bonus winners and award amounts at UFC on FX 2's post-fight press conference.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 2 post-fight press conference full video for 'Alves vs Kampmann' event
UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" from the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia, is officially in the books after an eventful night of fights. As usual, the stars of the show will show up to the post-fight press conference to dish the dirt on the event, including main eventers Martin Kampmann and Thiago Alves, as well as flyweight tournament finalists Demetrious Johnson and Joseph Benavidez. For complete UFC on FX 2 results and blow-by-blow coverage of all the night's action click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC On FX 2 Post-Fight Press Conference Video
Join us here at Bloody Elbow.com at approximately 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT for live video coverage of tonight's UFC on FX 2 post-fight press conference. You can catch the live video at the Youtube stream below the jump, or over at MMA Fighting. The winners of the UFC on FX 2 fights will sit down to talk about their performances and Dana White will announce the Fight of the Night bonuses. All the fallout from the card will be discussed, along with a variety of other stuff.
The main event of tonight's card is a welterweight battle between former title challenger Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann. In addition to that, the flyweight tournament semi-finals will take place, with the winners meeting at a future date to decide the first UFC 125 pound champion.
$xx,xxx Bonuses:
Fight of the Night: Submission of the Night: Knockout of the Night:
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowSteven Siler Upsets Cole Miller on UFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann Prelims
Steven Siler's upset of Cole Miller was one of a bevy of highlights on the preliminary card of UFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann on Friday night in Australia.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 2 Results: Kampmann Comes From Behind to Submit Alves
Martin Kampmann was trailing in the final minute of his UFC on FX 2 bout to Thiago Alves on Friday, but pulled off a come-from-behind submission in the closing seconds to win.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyKampmann Submits Alves at UFC on FX 2; Benavidez, Johnson Move Into Flyweight Final
Lapses in judgment never play well in the Octagon. Ask Thiago Alves.
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Read the full article at SherdogKampmann Submits Alves at UFC on FX 2; Benavidez Awaits Johnson-McCall Rematch
Lapses in judgment never play well in the Octagon. Ask Thiago Alves.
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Read the full article at SherdogKampmann Submits Alves at UFC on FX 2; Benavidez Awaits Johnson-McCall Resolution
Lapses in judgment never play well in the Octagon. Ask Thiago Alves.
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UFC on FX 2 - FightMetric: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall
Here are the statistics for the fight between Mighty Mouse and Uncle Creepy. I had rounds 1 and 3 for McCall. What say you?
Props to Fightmetric.com
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Read the full article at Head Kick LegendUFC on FX 2 results: Martin Kampmann stuns Thiago Alves with late submission
SYDNEY - Thiago Alves was oh-so close to a victory.
Welterweight opponent Martin Kampmann, though, capitalized on a late-fight opportunity and avoided a surefire decision loss with a stunning guillotine choke in the final minute of their main-event fight.
It headlined tonight's UFC on FX 2 event at Sydney's Allphones Arena. It aired on FX following prelims on FUEL TV.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieWatch the UFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann Post-Fight Press Conference Live
You can watch the UFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann post-fight press conference through a live streaming player here at HeavyMMA at the conclusion of tonight's card in Australia.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 2 results: Joseph Benavidez stops Yasuhiro Urushitani to advance to flyweight final
The other flyweight semi-final match-up on tonight's (Fri., March 2, 2012) UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" main card in Sydney, Australia, featured Joseph Benavidez dropping down to 125-pounds to battle Octagon newcomer Yasuhiro Urushitani.
If you paid attention to the odds, this bout really had no reason to even take place. Benavidez was favored huge at the sportsbooks, as high as -900 by fight time. Were the oddsmakers right?
Of course they were.
Benavidez started strong and finished even stronger, nearly submitting his opponent in the opening round with a rear-naked choke before finishing him with strikes in the opening moments of the second frame. Wam, bam, thank you ma'am.
It was clear from the outset that Benavidez was the superior fighter. He was getting off with his punches while maintaining distance and avoiding any of his opponent's offense.
In fact, the "Joe-B" nearly finished the fight on the floor when he took Urushitani's back and locked in a rear-naked choke. Had it not been for the horn, this one was in the books.
Instead, they came out for an unnecessary few moments in the second frame and Benavidez used them to counter a kick with a strong right hand that landed clean on Urushitani's chin.
Or the button, as it were.
The follow up ground-and-pound was academic and we now have our flyweight tournament final. Demetrious Johnson vs. Joseph Benavidez for the 125-pound title later this year, Maniacs.
Thoughts?
Remember, too, to check out MMAmania.com's ongoing live coverage of the UFC on FX 2 main card by clicking here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 2 Results: Johnson Advances in UFC Flyweight Tournament
Demetrious Johnson secured his place in the finals of the UFC flyweight tournament with a win over Ian McCall at UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 2 Live Blog: Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani Updates
This is the UFC on FX 2 live blog for Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani, a flyweight bout on tonight's UFC event from the Allphones Arena in Sydney Australia.
Benavidez (15-2), who defeated Ian Loveland and Eddie Wineland in UFC fights last year, makes the drop down to flyweight in this semifinal bout. Urushitani (19-4-6) is coming off a successful Shooto 123-lb. title defense in July 2011 against Yuki Shoujou.
Check out the live blog below.
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC on FX 2 results: Demetrious Johnson wins close split decision over Ian McCall to advance to flyweight final
The first ever flyweight fight in Octagon history took place at tonight's (Fri., March 2, 2012) UFC on FX : "Alves vs. Kampmann" event in Sydney, Australia, as Demetrious Johnson made the drop from bantamweight to 125-pounds to take part in the four-man tournament opposite freshly signed division deity Ian McCall.
For those unfamiliar with the little guys, McCall was widely regarded as the very best in the weight class coming into tonight's event, despite his never having competed in the world's largest fight promotion. Johnson, of course, contested for the 135-pound title just last year. In short, these dudes can fight and they were supposed to bring it tonight.
Did they ever.
Both guys came with that hot fire, as expected. But after three rounds and 15 minutes of intense action, it was difficult to tell exactly who the winner was. With the sudden victory round available if necessary, it would seem the judges had more leeway with their scores.
Turns out, it was unnecessary.
That's because two of them agreed that Johnson won the first two rounds and he was awarded the split decision victory to advance to the flyweight tournament final and a chance at the 125-pound title.
The good -- and sometimes bad -- thing about these smaller guys is their speed is so overwhelming, sometimes you can barely keep up with the action. Such was the case in the opening minutes of this one, as Johnson showcased his quickness, bouncing in and out while landing a few hard shots.
McCall battled back with takedowns, earning a few throughout the round, but Johnson negated them by popping back up to his feet. He also landed the hardest punch, staggering "Uncle Creepy" with a big right hand.
It was close, though. The round, I mean.
The second was mostly the same, save for the takedowns from McCall. He was scoring at various points, hitting hard with punches that opened Johnson up. Two rounds in, though, and it was so very close.
McCall picked it up in round three, working hard to achieve back mount and raining down shots on a helpless Johnson, who was flattened out and fighting for dear life. He managed to get back to his feet but it was only a matter of time before McCall had him back on the floor, once again unloading with big punches.
It looked as though McCall may have done enough for a 10-8 but the judges didn't agree and Johnson was given the nod in an extremely close but highly entertaining bout.
More of that, please.
Remember, too, to check out MMAmania.com's ongoing live coverage of the UFC on FX 2 main card by clicking here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 2 results: Demetrious Johnson edges Ian McCall, advances in flyweight tourney
SYDNEY - The UFC's first-ever flyweight fight ended with an unpopular decision.
Former UFC bantamweight title challenger Demetrious Johnson edged UFC newcomer and top-ranked 125-pounder Ian McCall via split decision to advance to the finals of the division's inaugural four-man tournament.
The main-card bout was part of tonight's UFC on FX 2 event at Sydney's Allphones Arena. It aired on FX following prelims on FUEL TV.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 2 Results: Constantinos Philippou Opens Main Card With Unanimous Decision
Constantinos Philippou defeated Court McGee by unanimous decision in the opening main card fight on UFC on FX 2 in Australia on Saturday.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 2 results: Constantinos Philippou edges Court McGee via decision
SYDNEY - Court McGee finished strong, but he couldn't dig himself out the hole he created.
Opponent Constantinos Philippou won the first two rounds of their middleweight bout and ultimately scored a unanimous-decision victory.
The competitive bout kicked off the four-fight main card of tonight's UFC on FX 2 event at Sydney's Allphones Arena. It aired on FX following prelims on FUEL TV.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 2 Live Blog: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall Updates
This is the UFC on FX 2 live blog for Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall, a flyweight bout on tonight's UFC event from the Allphones Arena in Sydney Australia.
Johnson (14-2) is coming off a loss in a UFC bantamweight title fight to Dominick Cruz at last October's UFC on Versus. McCall (11-2) makes his UFC debut after capturing the Tachi Palace Fights flyweight belt against Darrell Montague at TPF 10 last August.
Check out the live blog below.
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC on FX 2 results: Constantinos Philippou decisions Court McGee
Tonight's (Fri., March 2, 2012) UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" main card from Sydney, Australia, kicked off with a middleweight mash up pitting former drug addict and inspiring success story Court McGee against the heavy handed Constantinos Philippou.
McGee came into the fight having won all three of his Octagon contests while Philippou was rocking a two-fight win streak and looking to make a late career run in the 185-pound division. Something had to give.
As it turns out, that was "The Crusher's" ability to do much of anything, as Philippou controlled the majority of the action throughout the bout to earn a unanimous decision victory on scores of 29-28 across the board.
After going down two rounds to none, McGee simply couldn't dig himself out of the whole he created in the third, despite his best efforts. It will be a long climb back up the middleweight ladder.
The pace was slow early, as both men simply circled around each other, patiently waiting for an opportunity to land that devastating strike that would end the fight. It looked like Philippou would be the one to do so, too, seeing as he landed a couple hard shots that sent a sickening thud reverberating throughout the Allphones Arena.
McGee ate those punches and stayed hungry to push forward to deliver a few of his own.
Then again, when Constantinos wanted to, he was landing with precision power. Not only that, he avoided every takedown attempt that came his way.
The second stanza saw the same action as the first. McGee pushing forward in an aggressive manner, doing his damnedest to land hard shots whilst attempting a takedown here and there, and Philippou avoided all of the above while finding a home for his punches.
Knowing he needed something big in the final frame, "The Crusher" came out hard and fast in the third, winging punches while still looking for that elusive takedown. He finally achieved one in this round but it lasted for all of two seconds.
He scored with punches throughout the remainder of the bout but it was too little, too late.
Remember, too, to check out MMAmania.com's ongoing live coverage of the UFC on FX 2 main card by clicking here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 2 Live Blog: Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou Updates
This is the UFC on FX 2 live blog for Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou, a middleweight bout on tonight's UFC event from the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
McGee (13-1) is unbeaten in three UFC fights, holding wins against Kris McCray, Ryan Jensen and Dongi Yang. Philippou (9-2) went 2-1 in the UFC last year, losing in his UFC debut to Nick Catone and then beating Jorge Rivera and Jared Hamman.
Check out the live blog below.
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC on FX 2 Live Results
It’s Friday night and four of the top flyweights in MMA are set to face off at UFC on FX 2 in the opening round of a tournament to determine the UFC’s first 125-pound champion. Specifically, the evening features Ian McCall-Demetrious Johnson and Joseph Benavidez-Yasuhiro Urushitani, as well as TUF winner Court McGee in action, not to mention a headlining tilt between talented 170ers Martin Kampmann and Thiago Alves.
The show starts on Facebook/Fuel TV at approximately 6:00 PM EST with main card clashes following on FX at 9:00 PM EST. As always, Fighters.com will be watching, ready to report live results back to readers.
Read below for a rundown of winners/losers from UFC on FX 2:
Shawn Jordan def. Oli Thompson via TKO Round 2 (Strikes)
Daniel Pineda def. Mackens Semerzier via Submission Round 1 (Armbar)
T.J. Waldburger def. Jake Hecht via Submission Round 1 (Armbar)
Andrew Craig def. Kyle Noke via Unanimous Decision
Steven Siler def. Cole Miller via Unanimous Decision
Anthony Perosh def. Nick Penner via TKO Round 1 (Strikes)
James Te Huna def. Aaron Rosa via TKO Round 1 (Strikes)
Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou
Ian McCall vs. Demetrious Johnson
Jospeh Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani
Martin Kampmann vs. Thiago Alves
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Read the full article at Fighters.comUFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann Main Card Live Blog
Get round-by-round and fight-by-fight coverage of tonight's UFC on FX card at HeavyMMA, including the flyweight tournament semifinals, starting at 8 p.m. Eastern.
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UFC on FX 2 chat is up!
Join us and flyweight title contender Ian 'Uncle Creepy' McCall for tonight's UFC on FX 2 chat. No, Ian won't be there with us. He'll be busy trying to stave off a fierce dump'n'humping from Demetrious Johnson. But I'd like to think he and his mustache will be with us in spirit.
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Read the full article at FightlinkerUFC On FX 2: Kampmann Vs. Alves Live Results And Play-By-Play For FX Main Card
As with every major show, Bloody Elbow will be here to bring you live results, play by play and commentary for UFC on FX 2. Our live coverage will start with the prelim card on FX (6 p.m. ET) through the FX main card (9 p.m. ET) so make sure to make Bloody Elbow your home for this event.
This post will cover live results and thoughts for the FX main card fights.
This interesting evening of fights is headlined by a welterweight bout between Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann. Also on the card is the first round of the four man tournament to crown the first ever UFC flyweight (125 pound) champion. Ian McCall faces Demetrious Johnson in one fight while the other sees Joseph Benavidez fighting Yasuhiro Urushitani. Opening the night's main card action is a middleweight fight between Court McGee and Constantinos Philippou.
Make sure to come back during the event and share your thoughts as the event goes down.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann Preliminary Card Live Blog
The UFC returns to Sydney, Australia, on Friday for UFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann. Get your preliminary card coverage at HeavyMMA starting at 5:30 p.m. Eastern.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC On FX 2 Fight Card Primer: Thiago Alves Vs. Martin Kampmann
In the main event of UFC on FX 2 this weekend, former top contender Thiago Alves (19-8; 11-5 UFC) faces Martin Kampmann (18-5; 9-4 UFC). This Welterweight fight will be the main event of the evening. It's a close contest, with Kampmann currently ranked at #10 in the USA TODAY / MMA Nation Consensus MMA Rankings, and Alves just 2 spots lower at #12. The main card airs on FX this Friday, March 2 at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT, with prelims airing on Fuel TV starting at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT.
The more I look at this fight, the more excited I get. Both Kampmann and Alves are tremendously exciting fighters who deliver in the cage. They're also both long-time fixtures of the UFC Welterweight division's upper echelon, though neither man has yet been able to take home UFC gold. With the current turmoil in the division, now is the time to make a big move. Add in Jake Ellenberger not looking fantastic in his win over Diego Sanchez, and the winner here could be in position for a title eliminator next.
How do these two stack up?
Alves: 28 years old | 5'9" | 70" reachKampmann: 29 years old | 6'0" | 72" reach
What have these two done recently?
Alves: W - Papy Abedi (Sub) | L - Rick Story (UD) | W - John Howard (UD)Kampmann: W - Rick Story (UD) | L - Diego Sanchez (UD) | L - Jake Shields (SD)
How did these two get here?
Thiago "The Pitbull" Alves rose to Welterweight prominence in 2007/2008 when he went on an impressive 7 fight win streak. That streak, which included wins over Matt Hughes, Karo Parisyan, and Josh Koscheck, was ended by champion Georges St. Pierre at UFC 100. Since that loss, Alves has had trouble finding consistently, going 2-2 since GSP. The cynic can point out the fact that Alves's 2 wins were both against significantly lower competition in Abedi and Howard. The optimist can argue that Alves looked great against Abedi, and that both the loses (Story and Jon Fitch) were bad stylistic match-ups for the Brazilian. This fight will tell us a lot about Alves's future.
Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann Dissection
Martin "The Hitman" Kampmann has been on the unfortunate end of 2 recent controversial decisions. A lot of fans argue that he defeated both Shields and Sanchez, and should be ranked far higher than he is at the moment. Regardless, Kampmann righted the ship with a big win over Rick Story at UFC 139. The Danish fighter is a former Middleweight who has transitioned into the role of Welterweight gatekeeper, and would like to break out of that spot. Notably, he holds a win over Interim UFC Welterweight champion Carlos Condit - the only loss on Condit's record in the past 6 years. As Condit's stock rises, Kampmann's claim of beating him means more and more, but is that enough to be considered for a title shot?
Why should you care?
This is just going to be awesome. It's two absolutely tenacious fighters who are a perfect stylistic match-up. You must watch.
More UFC on FX 2 preview coverage from Bloody Elbow after the jump.
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann
UFC On FX 2 Video: UFC Flyweight Tournament Countdown Show - Anton Tabuena
UFC On FX 2 Photo: Thiago Alves Gains Almost 30 Pounds A Few Hours After Weigh-In - Anton Tabuena
UFC On FX 2: Joseph Benavidez Vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC on FX 2 Weigh-In - Alves 170.5, Kampmann 170.5, Flyweight Tourney Set - Tim Burke
UFC On FX 2: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX 2: Court McGee Vs. Contantinos Philippou Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX 2: Staff Picks and Predictions
UFC On FX 2: Alves Vs. Kampmann Betting Lines - Tim Burke
UFC On FX 2 Pre-Fight Press Conference Video And Coverage - Tim Burke
UFC On FX 2: Fuel TV Preliminary Card Dissection (Part Two) - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX 2: Introducing UFC Flyweight Yasuhiro Urushitani - Fraser Coffeen
UFC On FX 2: Fuel TV Preliminary Card Dissection (Part One) - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX 2: Introducing UFC Flyweight 'Uncle Creepy' Ian McCall - Fraser Coffeen
UFC On FX 2: Flyweight Tournament Semi-Finals To Feature Possible Extension Round - Tim Burke
Ian McCall - 'I'm On Borrowed Time, I Shouldn't Be Here' - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Card: Alves Vs. Kampmann - Tim Burke
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX 2 Results & Recap
UFC on FX 2 takes place later tonight at the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia. The event airs live on FX at 9pm ET/6pm PT. The FX broadcast will be preceded by prelim specials on FUEL TV at 6pm ET/3pm PT and Facebook at 5:30pm ET/2:30pm PT.
In the main event, Thiago Alves take on Martin Kampmann in a welterweight bout.
Joseph Benavidez and Yasuhiro Urushitani meet in the semi-finals of the UFC flyweight mini-tournament.
Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall face off in the other semi-final bout of the UFC flyweight mini-tournament.
Court McGee meets Constantinos Philippou in a middleweight match-up.
Results, recap and bonuses after the jump.
Results
Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann
Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani
Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall
Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou
Aaron Rosa vs. James Te Huna
Nick Penner vs. Anthony Perosh
Cole Miller vs. Steven Siler
Andrew Craig vs. Kyle Noke
Jake Hecht vs. T.J. Waldburger
Daniel Pineda vs. Mackens Semerzier
Shawn Jordan vs. Oli Thompson
Recaps
Shawn Jordan vs. Oli Thompson:
Daniel Pineda vs. Mackens Semerzier:
Jake Hecht vs. T.J. Waldburger:
Andrew Craig vs. Kyle Noke:
Cole Miller vs. Steven Siler:
Nick Penner vs. Anthony Perosh:
Aaron Rosa vs. James Te Huna:
Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou:
Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall:
Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani:
Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann:
Bonuses $???
Submission of the Night:
Knockout of the Night:
Fight of the Night:
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC On FX 2: Kampmann Vs. Alves Live Results And Play-By-Play For Fuel TV Undercard
As with every major show, Bloody Elbow will be here to bring you live results, play by play and commentary for UFC on FX 2. Our live coverage will start with the prelim card on FX (6 p.m. ET) through the FX main card (9 p.m. ET) so make sure to make Bloody Elbow your home for this event.
This post will cover live results and thoughts for the Fuel TV undercard fights.
The "headlining" fight of the undercard sees James Te Huna take on Aaron Rosa in a light heavyweight fight with the co-feature also being a light heavyweight affair between Anthony Perosh and Nick Penner. Featherweights Cole Miller and Steven Siler will face off as will middleweights Kyle Noke and Andrew Craig. Rounding out the preliminary card is a welterweight fight between TJ Waldburger and Jake Hecht and a featherweight bout featuring Mackens Semerzier and Daniel Pineda.
Make sure to come back during the event and share your thoughts as the event goes down.
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 2
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC On FX 2 Fight Card Primer: Main Card And Flyweight Tournament
For this UFC on FX 2 fight card primer, we're doing things a little bit differently. Rather than look at every single fight individually, we've broken the show down into 3 separate primers. Earlier, we covered the prelim card. Here, we take a look at most of the main card - check back later for the Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann main event. The main card airs on FX this Friday, March 2 at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT, with prelims airing on Fuel TV starting at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT.
For their return to FX, the UFC has put a heavy emphasis on their new Flyweight division. Two of the four main card bouts are semi-finals in a four man tournament to determine the inaugural UFC Flyweight champion. The UFC (and the WEC before them) have been talking about adding these 125 pound fighters to the ranks for quite some time, so it will be very exciting to see them finally get their shot. Let's take a look at the two Flyweight fights, plus the main card opener.
Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou
In the main card opener, Middleweights Court McGee (13-1; 3-0 UFC) and Constantinos Philippou (9-2, 1 NC; 2-1 UFC) square off. While neither man is currently ranked in the USA TODAY / MMA Nation Consensus MMA Rankings, both are working on establishing their names in the UFC, and I would expect the winner here to get a decent fight next time out.
UFC on FX 2 Main Card Dissections
Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou | Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani
Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall
McGee is the season 11 winner of The Ultimate Fighter. He's won 2 more UFC fights since then, including an impressive victory over Dongi Yang last September. Most TUF winners these days are viewed with a lot of skepticism, but the UFC has done a good job bringing McGee up slowly. This fight is another step up for him, and it will be interesting to see how he does.
Costa Philippou is a boxer training under Matt Serra and Ray Longo. Like McGee, he appeared on season 11 of The Ultimate Fighter, but was eliminated in the opening round and did not make it into the house. Despite this rough start, Philippou has put together a solid UFC career. He's used his boxing well, and looked terrific against Jared Hamman in his last fight. Philippou is a fighter with a lot of promise who I'm excited to see more from.
Check out the rest of the card plus more UFC on FX 2 preview coverage from Bloody Elbow after the jump.
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann
Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall
The first Flyweight semi-final sees Demetrious Johnson (14-2; 2-1 UFC) face Ian McCall (11-2; UFC Debut). McCall is coming into this fight as the underdog, but this is a very close match-up.
Demetrious "Mighty Mouse" Johnson is familiar to UFC fans for his UFC Bantamweight title shot against Dominick Cruz last October. Johnson proved to be a tough challenge for Cruz, but dropped a unanimous decision. His two UFC wins both come against major names - Miguel Torres and Kid Yamamoto. Prior to his UFC run, he was 2-1 in the WEC, with his only loss coming against Brad Pickett. Long held up as one of the fastest and smallest Bantamweight fighters, Johnson seems like he'll be right at home at 125.
Ian "Uncle Creepy" McCall was last seen in Tachi Palace Fights were he was the Flyweight champion. A former WEC Bantamweight with a 2009 loss to Cruz, McCall has had great success in his recent Flyweight run. Last year, he defeated Jussier da Silva - commonly viewed as the top Flyweight in the world at the time. As a result, McCall is now considered by many to be #1 at 125. For a more in-depth look at McCall, check out my feature from earlier this week.
Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani
Flyweight semi-final #2 is Joseph Benavidez (15-2; 2-0 UFC) vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani (19-4-6; UFC Debut). Interestingly, this fight is one of the largest betting spreads in UFC history, with Urushitani a massive underdog to Benevidez.
Joseph Benavidez is a Team Alpha Male fighter who made a name for himself in the WEC Bantamweight division. With wins over Jeff Curran, Miguel Torres, and Wagnney Fabiano, he has established himself as one of the best at 135. Unfortunately, he also holds 2 loses to Cruz, so as long as Cruz remains champion, Benevidez's title aspirations seemed on hold. The opening of the Flyweight division is a huge benefit for him, and with his combination of wrestling and striking, he makes a formidable challenge for any other Flyweight.
Yasuhiro Urushitani is a 10 year veteran who has fought primarily in Japan's Shooto organization. There, he is the 123 pound division champion, and his last fight was a successful title defense. Urushitani is primarily a striker, and will surely look to keep the fight standing against Benavidez. While I think those betting lines are a bit harsh, he definitely has his work cut out for him here. For more on Urushitani, again, check out my feature.
Why should you care?
McGee vs. Philippou is a fine fight, but it's the Flyweight action that is the real selling point here. These are four highly entertaining fighters, and I can't wait to see what this new division brings to the UFC. Plus it's a tournament - and seriously, what MMA fan doesn't love a good tournament?
More Bloody Elbow coverage
UFC On FX 2 Video: UFC Flyweight Tournament Countdown Show - Anton Tabuena
UFC On FX 2 Photo: Thiago Alves Gains Almost 30 Pounds A Few Hours After Weigh-In - Anton Tabuena
UFC On FX 2: Joseph Benavidez Vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC on FX 2 Weigh-In - Alves 170.5, Kampmann 170.5, Flyweight Tourney Set - Tim Burke
UFC On FX 2: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX 2: Court McGee Vs. Contantinos Philippou Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX 2: Staff Picks and Predictions
UFC On FX 2: Alves Vs. Kampmann Betting Lines - Tim Burke
UFC On FX 2 Pre-Fight Press Conference Video And Coverage - Tim Burke
UFC On FX 2: Fuel TV Preliminary Card Dissection (Part Two) - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX 2: Introducing UFC Flyweight Yasuhiro Urushitani - Fraser Coffeen
UFC On FX 2: Fuel TV Preliminary Card Dissection (Part One) - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX 2: Introducing UFC Flyweight 'Uncle Creepy' Ian McCall - Fraser Coffeen
UFC On FX 2: Flyweight Tournament Semi-Finals To Feature Possible Extension Round - Tim Burke
Ian McCall - 'I'm On Borrowed Time, I Shouldn't Be Here' - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Card: Alves Vs. Kampmann - Tim Burke
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX 2 weigh in photos gallery for 'Alves vs Kampmann' in Australia
UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" is all set to pop off tonight (Fri., March 2, 2012) from the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia, featuring a welterweight war pitting Thiago Alves against Martin Kampmann.
Also on tap is the semi-finals of the first ever flyweight tournament, as Demetrious Johnson battles Ian McCall for the right to advance to the final to take on the winner of the bout between Joseph Benavidez and Yasuhiro Urushitani.
Before we can get to the good stuff, however, every one of the competitors on tonight's fight card had to hit the scales to make sure they aren't carrying any extra baggage.
Thankfully, none of them were and everything is good to roll.
After the jump, you can check out photos (via CombatLifestyle.com) from last night's UFC on FX 2 weigh-in event. For complete results click here, for staredowns click here and to watch the full UFC on FX 2 weigh-in video click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC On FX 2 Fight Card Primer: Preliminary Card
Generally we break these things down fight-by-fight, but for this event we're going to do one primer for the whole undercard. There are a lot of fighters that you might not immediately recognize, so we'll provide a little background info on each, and break down the matchups a bit. For a much more thorough breakdown of each of these fights, you can check out Dallas Winston's awesome undercard dissections here and here. There will also be primers covering the flyweight tournament and other main card fight, and one for the main event.
The preliminary card features bouts at 145, 170, 185, 205, and heavyweight. The most well-known face fighting early is Cole Miller, a TUF 5 contestant with 10 UFC fights under his belt. There is also smattering of Australian/Kiwi talent (Kyle Noke, James Te Huna, Anthony Perosh) since the event is taking place in Australia. Six of the seven preliminary card fights will air on Fuel TV, with the heavyweight fight leading off things on Facebook. The one Facebook fight will begin at approximately 5:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. PT, and the Fuel portion of the card will kick off at 6 p.m.ET/3 p.m. PT. Here's quick rundown of the all the scheduled fights.
UFC on FX 2 Preliminary Card Dissections
Fuel TV Prelims Part One | Fuel TV Prelims Part Two
James Te Huna (13-5, 2-1 UFC) vs. Aaron Rosa (17-4, 1-1 UFC)
Te Huna, a native New Zealander who trains in Australia, has picked up wins over Igor Pokrajac and Ricardo Romero (both by TKO), in the UFC, losing just once to Alexander Gustafsson by submission. He has only gone the distance once in 18 fights, and hits very hard. His biggest weakness is likely on the ground. Rosa is a Strikeforce veteran that has floated between heavyweight and light heavyweight. He dropped his first fight in the UFC at heayweight to Joey Beltran by TKO, but rebounded back at 205 by picking up a decision win over Matt Lucas. He'll look to employ his three-inch reach advantage and superior skills on the ground to gain a victory over Te Huna.
Anthony Perosh (12-6, 2-1 UFC) vs. Nick Penner (11-1, 0-0 UFC)
Anthony "The Hippo" Perosh is a 39-year-old Aussie with excellent submission skills. He made his UFC debut on short notice at heavyweight against friend Mirko Filipovic, losing by TKO. He rebounded with two straight submission wins over Tom Blackledge and Cyrille Diabate. His standup is average at best, but he'll be looking to take it to the ground right away. Penner is a 31-year-old Canadian making his UFC debut. He's generally a standup fighter, but has a purple belt in BJJ. He is currently on an eight-fight win streak.
Cole Miller (18-5, 7-3 UFC) vs. Steven Siler (19-9, 1-0 UFC)
Cole "Magrinho" Miller was a contestant on The Ultimate Fighter 5 and has been in the UFC for almost five years now. Known for his grappling, Miller has picked up three submission of the night bonuses in his UFC tenure. He will make his UFC featherweight debut (he fought at 145 before entering the UFC) in this bout. Siler was a contestant on TUF 14, and is best known for submitting Cole's brother Micah Miller to get into the house. He made the semi-finals, but was eliminated by eventual winner Diego Brandao. Siler won his only UFC fight to date over Josh Clopton by unanimous decision. Both guys are very tall for 145, and this should be a good grappling match.
More prelim fights after the jump.
SBN coverage of UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann
Kyle Noke (19-5-1, 3-1 UFC) vs. Andrew Craig (6-0, 0-0 UFC)
Noke is an Australian who trains with Greg Jackson's team in Albuquerque. He has a well-rounded game, which can be seen by the variety of finishes he has employed in his three UFC wins thus far. The southpaw prefers to use an outside boxing game, but won't hesitate to take a fight to the ground if necessary. Craig is a highly-touted UFC rookie that is coming off a win over Bellator veteran Eric Schambari. The Houston-based fighter is a purple belt in BJJ and similarly well-rounded, so it should be a good fight. Craig is a late replacement for Jared Hamman.
T.J. Waldburger (14-6, 2-1 UFC) vs. Jake Hecht (11-2, 1-0 UFC)
the 23-year-old Waldburger is a former Shark Fights welterweight champion who made his UFC debut in late 2010. He has won two of his three UFC bouts so far, only falling to Johny Hendricks by TKO. He's a brown belt in BJJ, and 11 of his 14 wins have come via submission. Hecht is a well-rounded fighter with eight stoppages in his 11 wins. He made his UFC debut against Rich Attonito at UFC 140. After losing the first round, he blasted Attonito with elbows and picked up a TKO victory. This bout should be a real style clash and has the makings to be one of the most exciting bouts on the card.
Mackens Semerzier (6-3, 1 NC, 1-0, 1 NC UFC) vs. Daniel Pineda (16-7, 1-0 UFC)
Mackens "Mack Da Menace" Semerzier made a splash in his WEC debut by submitting Wagneey Fabiano, but followed it up with three straight losses. He broke his losing streak in his UFC debut by submitting Alex Cacares. his next bout against Robert Peralta was originally ruled to be a TKO win for Peralta, but an accidental headbutt that the ref missed led the athletic commission to change it to a no contest. He was expected to rematch Peralta here, but Pineda stepped in on late notice when Peralta had to pull out with an injury. Pineda is another Houston-based fighter and longtime competitor for Legacy FC. He won his UFC debut by choke over Pat Schilling, and will look to make it two in a row against the crafty Semerzier.
Oli Thompson (9-2, 0-0 UFC) vs. Shawn Jordan (12-3, 0-0 UFC)
Thompson is a British former strongman who is making his UFC debut. He is currently on a five-fight winning streak and this will be his first time competing outside of England. He was scheduled to debut at UFC 138 but was forced out with an injury. Shawn "The Savage" Jordan is a Strikeforce and Bellator vet with heavy hands. In his last bout he submitted Lavar Johnson with a keylock in the second round. This should be a war as both guys are known for their hands, so somebody's probably getting knocked out.
Bloody Elbow UFC on FX 2 coverage:
UFC On FX 2 Video: UFC Flyweight Tournament Countdown Show - Anton Tabuena
UFC On FX 2 Photo: Thiago Alves Gains Almost 30 Pounds A Few Hours After Weigh-In - Anton Tabuena
UFC On FX 2: Joseph Benavidez Vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC on FX 2 Weigh-In - Alves 170.5, Kampmann 170.5, Flyweight Tourney Set - Tim Burke
UFC On FX 2: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX 2: Court McGee Vs. Contantinos Philippou Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX 2: Staff Picks and Predictions
UFC On FX 2: Alves Vs. Kampmann Betting Lines - Tim Burke
UFC On FX 2 Pre-Fight Press Conference Video And Coverage - Tim Burke
UFC On FX 2: Fuel TV Preliminary Card Dissection (Part Two) - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX 2: Introducing UFC Flyweight Yasuhiro Urushitani - Fraser Coffeen
UFC On FX 2: Fuel TV Preliminary Card Dissection (Part One) - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX 2: Introducing UFC Flyweight 'Uncle Creepy' Ian McCall - Fraser Coffeen
UFC On FX 2: Flyweight Tournament Semi-Finals To Feature Possible Extension Round - Tim Burke
Ian McCall - 'I'm On Borrowed Time, I Shouldn't Be Here' - Matthew Roth
UFC On FX 2 Card: Alves Vs. Kampmann - Tim Burke
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX 2 Live Results
UFC on FX 2 takes place tonight, and MMAFrenzy will be providing live coverage for the entire event. Coverage begins at 5:30 PM EST with the first preliminary fight, which will be broadcast live on Facebook.
The main card, which will be broadcast on FX, is headlined by a welterweight battle between Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann. Also featured on the main card will be the opening round of the flyweight tournament, featuring two matchups. Demetrious Johnson takes on former Tachi Palace Fights flyweight champion Ian McCall, and Joseph Benavidez takes on former Shooto bantamweight champion Yasuhiro Urushitani.
Opening the main card will be a middleweight matchup between The Ultimate Fighter season 11 winner Court McGee and Costa Philippou.
Fuel TV prelims will start at 6 PM EST/3 PM PST, and will feature several Australian locals, including Anthony Perosh, James Te Huna, and Kyle Noke.
UFC on FX 2 takes place at the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia. Follow along on MMAFrenzy.com and twitter.com/mmafrenzy for full coverage of tonight’s event:
MAIN CARD (FX) 9 PM EST
Martin Kampmann vs. Thiago Alves
Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall
Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani
Court McGee vs. Costa Philippou
PRELIMINARY CARD (Fuel TV) 6 PM EST
Anthony Perosh vs. Nick Penner
James Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa
Cole Miller vs. Steven Siler
Kyle Noke vs. Andrew Craig
Jake Hecht vs. T.J. Waldburger
Daniel Pineda vs. Mackens Semerzier
Preliminary Card (Facebook) 530 PM EST
Oli Thompson vs. Shawn Jordan
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyWatch Today’s UFC on FX 2 Post-Fight Press Conference on MMAWeekly.com
Watch tonight's UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann post-fight press conference live on MMAWeekly.com. Several fighters are slated to meet with the media shortly following the conclusion of the main event.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 2 Live Results and Play-by-Play
UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann live results and play-by-play on Friday, March 2. The main event features Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 2 Quick Results
UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann quick results on Friday, March 2. The main event features Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyHow to watch UFC on FX 2 tonight (March 2) for 'Alves vs Kampmann' live video stream/TV details
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) will make yet another network television debut TONIGHT (March 2, 2012), this time with UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann," which will begin around 6 p.m. ET with the heavyweight fight of Oli Thompson vs. Shawn Jordan, airing LIVE on Facebook, followed by the remainder of the "Prelims" on FUEL TV.
Then it's time to kick it on over to the FX Channel for the main card portion of UFC on FX 2, headlined by a welterweight fight featuring Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann, beginning promptly at 9 p.m. ET.
Not sure if you get FX or FUEL TV as part of your subscription package?
You can call up your local cable and/or satellite provider or visit them online to find out which channel you should be tuning in to for tonight's mixed martial arts (MMA) extravaganza.
However, if you need your UFC on FX 2 results as soon as possible, and don't have a provider that carries the network, MMAmania.com will deliver up-to-the-minute results and live fight coverage, including round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of all the "Alves vs. Kampmann" action before, during and after the event RIGHT HERE.
More details on the UFC on FX 2 fight card and line-up, as well as International viewing options, after the jump:
Main event:
170 lbs.: Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann
Main card (FX Channel):
125 lbs.: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall125 lbs.: Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani185 lbs.: Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou
Preliminary card (FUEL TV):
145 lbs.: Mackens Semerzier vs. Daniel Pineda205 lbs.: James Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa185 lbs.: Andrew Craig vs. Kyle Noke170 lbs.: Jake Hecht vs. T.J. Waldburger205 lbs.: Anthony Perosh vs. Nick Penner145 lbs.: Cole Miller vs. Steven Siler
Preliminary card (Facebook):
265 lbs.: Oli Thompson vs. Shawn Jordan
Tonight's network television event, emanating live from the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia, will likely be airing at one of your local watering holes. Find a list of pro-UFC bars right here.
International fight fans can always head over to UFC.tv to stream the event right here. The live video stream may not be available in all countries; however, below is a list of viewing options for viewers outside of the United States:
Sportsnet One: CanadaCombate: BrazilONE HD: AustraliaBalls: PhilippinesOSN: United Arab EmiratesMTV3: FinlandOrange Sport: PolandArena Sports: SerbiaSKY Italia: Italy
To find out if this card is worth your time, you can catch up on all the latest and greatest news and notes for UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaFriday Link Club: UFC on FX 2 & Strikeforce ‘Tate vs. Rousey’ Previews
UFC flyweight tournament video preview…
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UFC on FX 2: Thiago Alves Will Use His Size Advantage to Submit Martin Kampmann | Bleacher Report
Joseph Benavidez Believes Speed Kills | 5thRound
Ian McCall Ready To Joins Likes Of Aldo, Faber, Cruz In UFC | FightLine
Sorry Caros Fodor, but Pat Healy has tapped into the infinite knowledge of the universe | MiddleEasy
Uncle Creepy: Ian McCall prepares for UFC on FX 2 Flyweight Tourney | LowKick
Breaking It Down: UFC on FX 2 | Five Ounces of Pain
Hired assassin: UFC on FX 2′s Martin Kampmann wants to ‘put a beating’ on Thiago Alves | MMA Mania
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC on FX 2 results live stream and play-by-play TONIGHT (March 2) for 'Alves vs Kampmann'
Click the banner above or right here for up-to-the-minute results and blow-by-blow coverage of UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann."
Round-by-round results of the "Prelims" fights on Facebook and FUEL TV will begin to flow around 6 p.m. ET tonight (March 2, 2012) and run right on through to our main card FX Channel coverage, which is set to start at 9 p.m. ET!
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 FX 2 results post and not this one. Comments in this thread are turned off.
Enjoy the show, Maniacs!
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaFull UFC on FX 2 weigh-in video for 'Alves vs Kampmann' in Australia
The UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampann" weigh-in event took place last night (Thurs., March 1, 2012) from the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia, where all 22 competitors tipped the scale to make their respective bouts official for tonight's mixed martial arts (MMA) event.
In the video above, the first fighter steps on the scale around the 24-minute mark, but it also includes the FUEL TV pre-fight coverage with Jay Glazer and Stephan Bonnar, among others.
Hard-hitting Welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann will square off in the UFC on FX 2 main event, looking to inch up the 170-pound contender ladder. The first-ever four-man UFC flyweight tournament will also be take place "Down Under," when Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani battle it out for 125-pound supremacy.
For complete UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" weigh in results click here and for staredowns click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 2 play by play and live results
SYDNEY - MMAjunkie.com is on scene and reporting live from tonight's UFC on FX 2 event.
The event, which features Martin Kampmann vs. Thiago Alves and the opening round of the inaugural flyweight tournament, takes place at Sydney's Allphones Arena. The main card airs on FX, and FUEL TV and Facebook carry the prelims.
Follow along with our round-by-round coverage
beginning at approximately 5:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. PT (9:30 a.m. Saturday local time) for the preliminary card and 9 p.m. ET for the main card.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 2 discussion thread
SYDNEY - MMAjunkie.com is on scene and reporting live from tonight's UFC on FX 2 event at Sydney's Allphones Arena.
Be sure to follow along with the latest card updates in our UFC on FX 2 live-results post, and then discuss the event in the comments section below.
Round-by-round updates and official results begin at approximately 5:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. PT (9:30 a.m. Saturday local time) for the preliminary card and 9 p.m. ET for the main card.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieWeigh-in Video: UFC on FX 2 ‘Alves vs. Kampmann’
Thursday's UFC on FX 2 weigh-ins can be viewed here.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX 2 Weigh-In Results: Alves (170.5), Kampmann (170.5) Set for Main Event
Weigh-ins for tomorrow’s UFC on FX 2 event took place today at the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia.. Headliners Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann both weighed in at 170.5 pounds to make their main event bout official.
Joining them are the four fighters participating in the flyweight tournament, as the first fighters to ever compete at 125 pounds stepped on the scale. All four flyweights- Joseph Benavidez, Demetrious Johnson, Ian McCall and Yasuhiro Urushitani, weighed in at 125.5 pounds to make their first round tournament bouts official.
Filling out the main card is a middleweight showdown between The Ultimate Fighter season 11 winner Court McGee (184.5) and Costa Philippou (185.5).
The weigh-ins results are as follows:
MAIN CARD (FX)
Thiago Alves (170.5) vs. Martin Kampmann (170.5)
Joseph Benavidez (125.5) vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani (125.5)
Demetrious Johnson (125.5) vs. Ian McCall (125.5)
Court McGee (184.5) vs. Constantinos Philippou (185.5)
PRELIMINARY CARD (Fuel TV)
Aaron Rosa (205.5) vs. James Te Huna (206)
Nick Penner (203.5) vs. Anthony Perosh (205)
Cole Miller (146) vs. Steven Siler (146)
Andrew Craig (185) vs. Kyle Noke (185)
Jake Hecht (171) vs. TJ Waldburger (170)
Daniel Pineda (146) vs. Mackens Semerzier (146)
PRELIMINARY CARD (Facebook)
Shawn Jordan (245.5) vs. Oli Thompson (235)
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 2 Weigh-In Results
The UFC on FX 2 weigh-ins took place this evening at the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
This post will be updated with pics and video later this evening.
The weigh-in results:
Thiago Alves (170.5) vs. Martin Kampmann (170.5)
Joseph Benavidez (125.5) vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani (125.5)
Demetrious Johnson (125.5) vs. Ian McCall (125.5)
Court McGee (184.5) vs. Constantinos Philippou (185.5)
Aaron Rosa (205.5) vs. James Te Huna (206)
Nick Penner (203.5) vs. Anthony Perosh (205)
Cole Miller (146) vs. Steven Siler (146)
Andrew Craig (185) vs. Kyle Noke (185)
Jake Hecht (171) vs. T.J. Waldburger (170)
Daniel Pineda (146) vs. Mackens Semerzier (146)
Shawn Jordan (245) vs. Oli Thompson (235)
Fighters in non-title fights are allowed to weigh in one pound over the weight class limit.
UFC on FX 2 will take place tomorrow, March 2, at the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia and will air live on FX at 9pm ET/6pm PT.
More UFC 116 weigh-in pics at CombatLifestyle.com. Video via MMA Fighting.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC on FX 2 weigh in video results LIVE from Sydney for 'Alves vs Kampmann'
The official weigh in event for UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" is set to take place tonight (Thurs., March 1, 2012), LIVE from the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
The first fighter is expected to tip the scale at 10 p.m. ET.
As usual, MMAmania.com will provide up-to-the-second coverage of the UFC on FX 2 weigh-ins, as well as provide a detailed recap of the festivities as soon as they conclude.
UFC on FX 2, which will mark the promotion's second appearance on the cable television channel, will be headlined by a welterweight showdown pitting former title contender Thiago Alves against the venerable Martin Kampmann.
Also booked for the Sydney fight card are the semifinals for the flyweight tournament featuring match-ups pitting Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
Complete UFC on FX 2 weigh in results and live video stream after the jump.
Main event:
170 lbs.: Thiago Alves ( ) vs. Martin Kampmann ( )
Main card (FX Channel):
125 lbs.: Demetrious Johnson ( ) vs. Ian McCall ( ) 125 lbs.: Joseph Benavidez ( ) vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani ( ) 185 lbs.: Court McGee ( ) vs. Constantinos Philippou ( )
Preliminary card (FUEL TV):
145 lbs.: Mackens Semerzier ( ) vs. Daniel Pineda ( ) 205 lbs.: James Te Huna ( ) vs. Aaron Rosa ( ) 185 lbs.: Andrew Craig ( ) vs. Kyle Noke ( ) 170 lbs.: Jake Hecht ( ) vs. T.J. Waldburger ( ) 205 lbs.: Anthony Perosh ( ) vs. Nick Penner ( ) 145 lbs.: Cole Miller ( ) vs. Steven Siler ( )
Preliminary card (Facebook):
265 lbs.: Oli Thompson ( ) vs. Shawn Jordan ( )
Remember that MMAmania.com will provide LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the main card action on fight night (Friday, March 2), which is slated to air at 9 p.m. ET on the FX Channel. The latest quick updates of the live action will begin to flow earlier than that around 6 p.m. ET with the preliminary bouts on Facebook and FUEL TV.
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 on FX 2 coverage you can handle.
For all the latest news and notes on "Alves vs. Kampmann" be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 2 Real Time Weigh-In Results
The UFC is back in Australia after a visit last February with an exciting bunch of featured fights including the opening round from the organization’s flyweight tournament in addition to what should be a battle between well-rounded welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann.
Set to air tomorrow night, UFC on FX 2 will introduce the world to four of the top 125ers in MMA as Ian McCall mixes it up with Demetrious Johnson and Joseph Benavidez faces Yasuhiro Urushitani. However, before any of the flyweights can make an official bid at becoming the UFC’s first divisional champion they’ll need to hit their weight-related marks.
Based on the time difference between Australia and the United States the weigh-ins are set to take place tonight at 10:00 PM EST and Five Ounces of Pain will be along for the ride, reporting figures back to readers as they unfold from the stage.
Read below for a full list of UFC on FX 2 weights:
Oli Thompson ( lbs) vs. Shawn Jordan ( lbs)
Daniel Pineda ( lbs) vs. Mackens Semerzier ( lbs)
T.J. Waldburger ( lbs) vs. Jake Hecht ( lbs)
Andrew Craig ( lbs) vs. Kyle Noke ( lbs)
Cole Miller ( lbs) vs. Steven Siler ( lbs)
Anthony Perosh ( lbs) vs. Nick Penner ( lbs)
James Te Huna ( lbs) vs. Aaron Rosa ( lbs)
Court McGee ( lbs) vs. Constantinos Philippou ( lbs)
Ian McCall ( lbs) vs. Demetrious Johnson ( lbs)
Joseph Benavidez ( lbs) vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani ( lbs)
Thiago Alves ( lbs) vs. Martin Kampmann ( lbs)
PHOTO CREDIT – UFC
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Read the full article at Five Ounces of PainUFC on FX 2 Weigh-In Video
All 22 fighters stepping into the Octagon for Friday night's UFC on FX card will first step on the scale on Thursday night for the UFC on FX 2 weigh-ins, and we'll carry the live video here at MMAFighting.com.
In the main event, welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann will have to make the limit of 171 pounds, a limit that Alves has at times struggled to make. The weigh-ins will also be the first time we'll see flyweights in the UFC. Joseph Benavidez, Demetrious Johnson, Ian McCall and Yasuhiro Urushitani will all have to make 125 pounds. McCall and Urushitani have both made that weight comfortably in the past, while Benavidez and Johnson are new to the flyweight division.
The UFC on FX weigh-in starts at 10 p.m. Eastern on Thursday and the video is below.
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseWatch the UFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann Weigh-Ins Live at 10 p.m. Eastern
The weigh-ins for Friday's UFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann card in Sydney, Australia, stream live Thursday at HeavyMMA at 10 p.m. Eastern.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 2 Weigh-Ins Stream Live at 10pm ET
The UFC on FX 2 weigh-ins will stream live in the video player above at 10pm ET/7pm PT. The weigh-in results will follow on a separate post.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertFighters Predict Wild Finishes at UFC on FX 2
There’s going to be some wild finishes tomorrow night at UFC on FX 2 if these predictions come true.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertThe Quotable UFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann – What They’re Saying in Sydney
Hear what the fighters on Friday's UFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann card are saying about their fights before they step on the scale tonight in Sydney, Australia.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAWeigh-in Video: UFC on FX 2 ‘Alves vs. Kampmann’ (Live at 11
Thursday's UFC on FX 2 weigh-ins can be viewed here.
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Read the full article at SherdogWeigh-in Video: UFC on FX 2 ‘Alves vs. Kampmann’ (Live at 11 p.m. ET)
Thursday's UFC on FX 2 weigh-ins can be viewed here.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX 2: Alves v. Kampmann Weigh-in Results
Full weigh-in results from UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann in Sydney, Australia.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyWatch Today’s UFC on FX 2 Weigh-ins LIVE
Watch today's UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann weigh-ins live on MMAWeekly.com. The fighters are slated to step on the scale at approximately 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyWatch the UFC on FX 2 Weigh-Ins LIVE Tonight at 10 PM EST
The final preparations for UFC on FX 2 are set to take place tonight with the weigh-ins for Friday’s card. The first fighters are set to step on the scale at 10 PM Eastern. The weigh-ins take place at Allphones Arena, which is also the location of tomorrow’s fights in Sydney, Australia
Make sure to check back at 10 PM EST/7 PM PST tonight to watch the weigh-ins LIVE here at MMAFrenzy.com.
You can also follow along on Twitter at www.twitter.com/mmafrenzy, where we will post up to the minute results as the weigh-ins occur.
MAIN CARD (FX):
Martin Kampmann vs. Thiago Alves
Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall
Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani
Court McGee vs. Costa Philippou
PRELIMINARY CARD (Fuel TV):
Anthony Perosh vs. Nick Penner
James Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa
Cole Miller vs. Steven Siler
Kyle Noke vs. Andrew Craig
Jake Hecht vs. T.J. Waldburger
Daniel Pineda vs. Mackens Semerzier
Oli Thompson vs. Shawn Jordan (Facebook)
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
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Official UFC on FX 2 Weigh In Results
UFC on FX, which is headlined by the welterweight bout between Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann and the first two flyweight bouts in UFC history, airs live on FX from Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia at 9pm ET / 6pm PT. Fans can also tune in to FUEL TV for six prelim bouts at 6pm ET / 3pm PT, and those who “like” the UFC on Facebook can see the opening prelim bout at 5:30 pm ET / 2:30 pm PT.MAIN EVENT Martin Kampmann (170.5) VS Thiago Alves (170.5)FX MAIN CARDYasuhiro Urushitani (125.5) VS Joseph Benavidez (125.5)Ian McCall (125.5) VS Demetrious Johnson (125.5)Costa Philippou (185.5) VS Court McGee (184.5)FUEL PRELIMSAaron Rosa (205.5) VS James Te Huna (206)Nick Penner (203.5)VS Anthony Perosh (205)Steven Siler (146) vs Cole Miller (146)Andrew Craig (185) VS Kyle Noke (185)Jake Hecht (171) VS TJ Waldburger (170)Mackens Semerzier (146) vs Daniel Pineda (146)ONLINE FIGHTShawn Jordan (245.5) VS Oli Thompson (235)
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Read the full article at UFCLatest UFC on FX 2 odds and betting guide for 'Alves vs Kampmann' in Australia
Warning: (angry) Men at Work.
After a veritable onslaught of quality events, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) will ease back on the throttle for the month of March to gear itself up for the next round of mixed martial arts (MMA) mayhem, which is set for this Friday night (March 2, 2012) at the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
Bringing the thunder in the UFC on FX 2 main event are murderous strikers Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann, who will look to scramble back into the 170-pound contender mix while division champion Georges St. Pierre recovers from recent knee surgery.
In addition, the flyweight division will finally make its way to the Octagon in the form of a four-man tournament, featuring two of the bantamweight elite -- Demetrious Johnson and Joseph Benavidez -- taking on two of the most established flyweights in the world, number one-ranked Ian McCall and number three Yasuhiro Urushitani, respectively.
Violence, pint-sized or not, brings the potential for profit. And the keen-eyed gambler has the chance to make quite a bit of scratch.
Join us after the break for an in-depth look at the odds behind UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" as we examine the betting lines for the upcoming MMA match ups "Down Under:"
UFC on FX 2 Odds for the Under Card:
Shawn Jordan (-210) vs. Oli Thompson (+170)James Te Huna (-300) vs. Aaron Rosa (+240)Nick Penner (-125) vs. Anthony Perosh (-105)Cole Miller (-500) vs. Steven Siler (+300)Kyle Noke (-300) vs. Andrew Craig (+240)Jake Hecht (-130) vs. T.J. Waldburger (EVEN)Mackens Semerzier (-160) vs. Daniel Pineda (+130)
Thoughts: While I wouldn’t recommend going near as crazy in this event as I recommended for UFC 144, there are a few good bargains available. The three fighters who particularly catch my eye are Shawn Jordan, James Te Huna and T.J. Waldburger.
Yes, Thompson is incredibly strong, and yes, he has actual MMA skills to complement that strength, but they’re not anywhere near Jordan’s. Oli doesn’t really have much of a striking game to speak of, which means Jordan’s somewhat-questionable jaw should be safe and sound. Further, his takedowns seem like they rely entirely on strength, which is a losing proposition against an athlete of Jordan’s caliber.
Go big on the fullback.
Te Huna has some flaws in his game, namely the wild nature of his striking, but Rosa hasn’t demonstrated anything to make me think he can capitalize on this weakness. He’s an alright all-around fighter who doesn’t really possess anything he can use to overwhelm the Kiwi bruiser.
Use Te Huna as a parlay stuffer.
Waldburger has historically struggled with anyone with pop in his hands, but Hecht does not fall into that category. He is a ground fighter through and through, one whose grappling chops do not compare to Waldburger’s. Sooner or later, the fight’s going to hit the mat, and I have trouble imagining Hecht pulling off another crazy miracle like he did against Rich Attonito.
Waldburger by throwing submissions at the wall until something sticks.
UFC On FX 2 Odds for the Main Card:
Court McGee (-135) vs. Constantinos Philippou (+105)Demetrious Johnson (-325) vs. Ian McCall (+250)Joseph Benavidez (-800) vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani (+500)Thiago Alves (-125) vs. Martin Kampmann (-105)
Thoughts: That’s several elite fighters for a free card. Let’s look closer.
While Philippou definitely hits hard enough to put down McGee, he’s suffered from cardio issues in the past, which hurt him against Nick Catone and nearly cost him the fight against Jorge Rivera. Court doesn’t excel in any particular area, but he is as gritty as they come and has cardio for days. Granted, both of Costa’s fights I just mentioned were on short notice, but it is a rather disturbing trend.
I expect Court to weather the storm, and at -130, it wouldn’t be the worst idea to lay some down on him.
Maybe it’s just because I’m afraid that if I recommend against it I’ll wake up with him standing over me with a horrid smile on his face, but I really think putting a pittance on McCall would be a good idea. Yes, he’s making his UFC debut, but he’s got big show experience, having fought three times in the UFC. Further, Johnson is definitely small, but he’s never made the cut before, while McCall is the rightful number one flyweight alive. After close first rounds, he utterly thrashed Jussier Da Silva and Darrell Montague. Finally, I believe Johnson’s weakness is defensive wrestling, and McCall is fantastic at combining his solid striking with well-timed takedowns.
"Mighty Mouse" deserves to be the favorite, but putting $10 or $20 on McCall should be a profitable venture.
Every fiber of my Japanese MMA-obsessed body is screaming at me to tell you guys to put everything on Urushitani and bask in absurd profits, but even I can only ignore logic for so long. Urushitani deserves his place as the number three flyweight behind "Formiga," having beaten or drawn with such great 125-pounde fighters such as John Dodson, Mamoru Yamaguchi and former number-one Shinichi "BJ" Kojima, but this is about as bad a style match up as you can get. He’s a slow-paced counter-striker with nice kicks, a sneaky left straight, and solid takedown defense, but he’s never experienced anything like the speed and wrestling of Benavidez. Frankly, Urushitani doesn’t offer anything Eddie Wineland didn’t, and considering his lack of cage experience, I would consider him beating Benavidez one of the craziest things I’d ever seen in MMA.
Still, anything can happen in MMA, and so I’d recommend just leaving this fight be.
While the main event is pretty much guaranteed to be absolutely awesome, it’s not one conducive to making money. When both men are at their best physically and mentally, there are very few welterweights I’d pick to beat them. While I favor Kampmann slightly, both men’s inconsistency makes the outcome impossible to predict with any certainty, especially considering the incredibly finishing power of Alves’s knees.
Enjoy this one without putting any fiscal stake in it.
My UFC on FX 2 Best Bets:
Parlay: James Te Huna and Shawn Jordan -- Bet $100 to make $197
Single Bet: T.J. Waldburger -- Bet $50 to make $50
Single Bet: Ian McCall -- $20 to make $50
Parlay: T.J. Waldburger and Shawn Jordan -- Bet $50 to make $98
It's kind of sad that this is the only UFC event we’ll get in the coming month, but it’ll be a doozy, and at least we’ve got Bellator to keep us entertained.
See you Friday, Maniacs!
Remember that MMAmania.com will provide LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the UFC on FX 2 main card action below on fight night, which is slated to air at 9 p.m. ET on the FX Channel. The latest quick updates of the live action will begin to flow earlier than that around 5:30 p.m. ET with the "Prelims" bouts on Facebook and FUEL TV.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC On FX 2: Alves Vs. Kampmann Betting Lines
Two words. Ian. McCall. That about sums up my thoughts on the UFC on FX 2 betting lines that came out today. I know that Demetrious Johnson has been a beast at 135, but McCall might be the most underrated guy in MMA right now at +265 is an incredible line to jump on. The other flyweight final features one of the widest (if not THE widest) lines I've ever seen for a UFC fight. And I can't say it's wrong. For those of you considering taking a flyer on +550 - don't. It's not worth it.
As for the rest of the card, there are a few pretty lines. Anthony Perosh at even is something I'm going to be jumping on. Same with Daniel Pineda at +135. Shawn Jordan at -200 might not look good to most, but I like it. One underdog I will not be betting on is Aaron Rosa. +240 looks nice, but James Te Huna is a terrible matchup for him and I think that line should actually see Te Huna as a bigger favorite. Anyway, here are your lines (undercard after the jump):
Lines via www.bodog.ca (still goin' strong)
March 3rd, live on FX from Sydney, Australia:
Main Card:
Thiago Alves (19-8) -140 vs. Martin Kampmann (18-5) +110
Joseph Benavidez (15-2) -900 vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani (19-4-6) +550 [Flyweight Semi-Final]
Demetrious Johnson (10-2) -350 vs. Ian McCall (11-2) +265 [Flyweight Semi-Final]
Court McGee (13-1) -130 vs. Constantinos Philippou (9-2, 1 NC) EVEN
More SBN coverage of UFC on FX 2
Preliminary Card:
Aaron Rosa (17-4) +240 vs. James Te Huna (13-5) -300
Nick Penner (11-1) -130 vs. Anthony Perosh (12-6) EV
Cole Miller (18-5) -400 vs. Steven Siler (19-9) +300
Andrew Craig (6-0) +215 vs. Kyle Noke (19-5-1) -275
Jake Hecht (11-2) -115 vs. T.J. Waldburger (14-6) -115
Daniel Pineda (16-7) +135 vs. Mackens Semerzier (6-3, 1 NC) -165
Shawn Jordan (12-3) -200 vs. Oli Thompson (9-2) +160
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowFull UFC on FX 2 pre-fight press conference video for 'Alves vs Kampmann' in Australia
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) President Dana White joined the stars of the upcoming UFC on FX 2 event, which is scheduled to go down this Fri., March 2, 2012, from the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia, to dish the dirt on the upcoming mixed martial arts (MMA) show in the "Land Down Under."
Hint: Fast-forward to about the 29-minute mark to hit the start of the presser.
Main event participants Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann, as well as the four fighters who will participate in the first leg of the inaugural flyweight (125-pound) tournament -- Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani -- also joined White on dais.
For a complete recap of the UFC on FX 2 pre-fight press conference complete with all the relevant notes and quotes click here. To check out the "Alves vs. Kampmann" staredown pics click here. And to check out out complete UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" event archive click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 2 Open Workout Interviews: Thiago Alves & Martin Kampmann
Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann meet this Friday, March 2, in the UFC on FX 2 main event.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC on FX 2 Press Conference Video
At for Wednesday's UFC on FX 2 press conference, UFC President Dana White will be joined by fighters on Friday night's UFC on FX card, and we'll carry the live video here on MMAFighting.com.
In the main event at Friday night's UFC on FX card, Thiago Alves will take on Martin Kampmann. The card also features the first two flyweight fights in UFC history, with Joseph Benavidez taking on Yasuhiro Urushitani and Demetrious Johnson taking on Ian McCall.
The press conference begins at 7 p.m. Eastern on Wednesday and the video is below.
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC On FX 2: Introducing UFC Flyweight Yasuhiro Urushitani
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Read the full article at RedditUFC on FX 2 Press Conference Streams Live at 7pm ET
The UFC on FX 2 pre-fight press conference will stream live in the video player above at 7pm ET.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertMorning Report: Spike TV and the Kimbo Slice Effect, Dakota Cochrane's Story
Kimbo Slice achieved web stardom in 2003. He made his MMA debut with a win over Ray Mercer in 2007. He parlayed that into the CBS spotlight, shattering ratings records with the first MMA event ever aired on American network primetime in 2008.
Somehow he wound up in the UFC, cast on season 10 of The Ultimate Fighter, again shattering rating records in 2009. Finally, he earned his Zuffa pink slip after losing to Matt Mitrione and subsequently retired from MMA in 2010.
Between those last four years, one question was asked ad nauseum by incredulous fight fans -- why? What was the appeal, and more prominently, why was it so ridiculously successful? How did someone with no working knowledge of MMA become the posterboy for MMA in the eyes of non-MMA fans?
Even now, two years later, he somehow remains relevant, like a lingering storm cloud that refuses to pass. Just look to Ariel Helwani's recent quest to discover ‘How Mainstream is MMA?' as proof.
So of course Spike TV tapped his services in their ratings crusade against Fox. And you know what else? It'll probably work. Check out all the details of the new deal, and catch up with all of yesterday's big news with the Morning Report.
5 MUST-READ STORIES
Spike uses Kimbo Slice to counter-program The Ultimate Fighter on FX. Spike TV tapped the services of the network's biggest-ever TV star in the war against Fox.
UFC on FX 2 predictions. Michael David Smith predicts the winners and losers of Friday's inaugural flyweight tournament.
UFC on FX 2: Fuel TV preliminary card dissection (part one). Dallas Winston returns with a quartet of his comprehensive visual breakdowns for UFC on FX 2's undercard, highlighting Kyle Noke vs. Andrew Craig, Mackens Semerzier vs. Daniel Pineda, Shawn Jordan vs. Oli Thompson, and Nick Penner vs. Anthony Perosh.
Dakota Cochrane discusses controversial past. The 25-year-old TUF hopeful addressed his pornographic past as he prepares to chase his UFC dream.
UFC 144 'Prelims' ratings. Saturday night's 'UFC Prelims' special on FX averaged 1.5 million viewers over the course of its two-hour broadcast.
MEDIA STEW
Sixteen months ago Ronda Rousey was just a 1-0 amateur fighter preparing to face Autumn Richardson in the Tuff-N-Uff quarterfinals. Crazy.
Check out Strikeforce's newest promo highlighting Rousey and Miesha Tate's greatest hits.
CNN recently profiled Mike Haskamp, the Legend FC co-founder who, in the midst of a recession, made the bold jump from U.S. investment banker to manager of his own Asian MMA promotion. (HT: Bloody Elbow)
Take a peek at slick counter-striker Yasuhiro Urushitani, who many consider to dark horse of the UFC flyweight tournament.
Looks like somebody was trying to pick up a few pointers on WWE's Monday Night Raw. (via @ACBattersby)
Sick of the criticism, Rampage finally shot back at Hendo.
@danhendo I was smart enough 2 take your belt
— Quinton Jackson (@Rampage4real) February 27, 2012
Wait... really? Why? What were the circumstances? This story needs to be told.
I cooked road kill raccoon during SERE school, and liked it. #TrueStory
— Tim Kennedy (@TimKennedyMMA) February 28, 2012
FIGHT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announced yesterday (Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012):
- UFC on FUEL 3: Jeff Curran (33-14-1) vs. Johnny Eduardo (25-9)
FANPOST OF THE DAY
Today's Fanpost of the Day goes to BE reader hobbie (for the second day in a row!): 5 Strange, Sad, and Downright Weird Facts about UFC 144.
Because UFC 144 was a strange card - and not only because it was in Japan, land of Godzilla, holographic pop stars, and soiled panty vending machines. There are some strange factoids about this UFC that, were I to go back in time and tell you just a few years ago, would have you calling BS. Who travels time to brag about weird MMA facts, anyways?
So without further ado, here are 5 fun, surprising, and downright bizarre facts from (and about) UFC 144. Bust one of these gems out next time you're at a party and want to impress all the fine lookin' ladies with your knowledge of MMA trivia...yeah...that's how that works.
Found something entertaining, brutal, or bizarre you'd like to see in the Morning Report? Just send it to @shaunalshatti and we'll include it in tomorrow's post.
Posted in: ufc, mma, fx, vs, tv
Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC 144 Prelims on FX Set Record Ratings With 1.5 Million Viewers
A week after setting Fuel TV ratings records with UFC on Fuel TV 1 in Omaha on February 15th, FX set ratings records for their broadcast of the UFC 144 preliminary card. Featuring several local fighters such as Takanori Gomi and Kid Yamamoto, FX drew 1.5 million viewers for their special preceding the pay-per-view broadcast of UFC 144.
While UFC 144 was just the third broadcasting of preliminary card fights on FX under the new contract with Fox and its networks, the preliminary ratings have significantly risen with every program. UFC 142, which took place on January 14th, featured preliminary card fights on FX for the first time. The event on FX drew 880,000 viewers.
UFC 143 took place three weeks later from Las Vegas. The Super Bowl weekend card, which took place following events on FX and Fox the two weeks prior, featured fighters such as Matt Brown and Dustin Poirier. Ratings for UFC 143 prelims on FX averaged 1.3 million viewers.
FX’s record number of 1.5 million viewers compares with the average number of viewers that Spike TV provided with over two years of preliminary card coverage from UFC 103 (September 2009) to UFC 141 (December 2011). Spike TV’s record ratings reached as high as 2 million viewers with UFC 126 in February 2011, with viewership never falling below the 1 million viewer barrier.
UFC 144 preliminary card coverage will be the final preliminary card event on FX until UFC 145 in Atlanta, which does not take place until April 21st.
Posted in: ufc, fx, card, rating, viewer
Read the full article at MMA FrenzyWatch today's UFC on FX 2 presser live on MMAjunkie.com at 7 p.m. ET
SYDNEY - The traditional pre-event press conference for this week's UFC
on FX 2 show takes place tonight, and you can watch a live video stream
of the festivities here on MMAjunkie.com.
Today's event takes place at The Star Sydney Hotels & Casino with
UFC president Dana White and UFC on FX 2 fighters Thiago Alves, Martin
Kampmann, Joseph Benavidez, Demetrious Johnson, Ian McCall and Yasuhiro
Urishitani.
The video stream begins at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT (Thursday 11 a.m. AEDT local time).
Posted in: ufc, fx, pm, video stream, weeks ufc
Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 2 open media workout photos gallery for 'Alves vs Kampmann' in Australia
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) photographer extraordinaire, Josh Hedges, was on the scene in Australia earlier today (Feb. 28, 2012) to shoot several of the notable fighters who will compete on the UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs Kampmann" main card at the Star Casino for the event's open media workouts.
Naturally, the two men who will collide in the main event of the evening, Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann, were on the scene to promote their not Welterweight clash, as well as work up one of the last few real sweats prior to fight night (March 2, 2012) at the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
The first four fighters who will compete in the first leg of the mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion's eight-man flyweight tournament -- Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani -- were also on the scene "Down Under."
Check out more great pics from the UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs Kampmann" open media workout after the jump, courtesy of Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC:
Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann
Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall
Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani
MMAmania.com will provide LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the UFC on FX 2 on fight night, which is slated to air at 9 p.m. ET on the FX Channel. We'll also deliver live results from the "Prelims" bouts on Facebook and FUEL TV earlier than that around 5:30 p.m. ET.
For more on UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" be sure to check out our complete event archive right here. To view Hedges' complete photo gallery for this event click here.
Posted in: ufc, fx, vs, alve, kampmann
Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC 144 Prelims On FX Draw 1.5 Million Viewers
There was a very nice uptick in the ratings for the UFC 144 edition of the preliminary bouts on FX. After pulling in less than a million viewers for UFC 142's prelims and 1.3 million for the UFC 143 undercard, the 144 edition hit 1.5 million viewers.
MMA Junkie with the details:
FX drew a solid 1.5 million viewers for this past weekend's UFC 144 "UFC Prelims" broadcast, MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com) today confirmed with industry sources.
The two-hour Feb. 25 broadcast preceded the UFC 144 pay-per-view main card and featured four bouts live from Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan.
The broadcast outdrew the first two "UFC Prelims" specials on FX, which drew 888,000 viewers (UFC 142) and 1.3 million viewers (UFC 143).
As more casual fans who don't read the news or pour over the schedule start to adjust to all the changes with the Fox deal we should see more numbers like these and possible increases.
One note to remember though, the prelim ratings have not been predictive of any sort of final PPV buy numbers, so that doesn't mean UFC 144 will have done surprisingly well. But it is certainly good that the show drew so much interest on FX.
SBN coverage of UFC 144: Edgar vs. Henderson
Posted in: ufc, fx, fox deal, viewer, prelim
Read the full article at Bloody ElbowSpike Uses Kimbo Slice to Counter-Program The Ultimate Fighter on FX
As Spike TV and the UFC continue to do battle, Spike has hired the biggest TV ratings draw ever to fight on the network inside the Octagon: Kimbo Slice.
Spike announced on Tuesday that Kimbo will appear as the host of The Ultimate Fighter Fridays on Spike on Friday, March 9, opposite the first episode of The Ultimate Fighter to air on FX. Spike has made no secret that it plans to use its rights to old UFC footage in an effort to attract viewers away from the UFC's new television partners of FX, Fox and FUEL TV, and this move is consistent with that.
"Kimbo will discuss never-before-revealed details of his experiences on the show and provide insight into what went on when the cameras weren’t rolling during the filming of the The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights," Spike said in a press release. "Season 10 was the highest-rated of all the 14 seasons on Spike, delivering an average of 3.4 million viewers per week."
Spike plans to run old episodes of The Ultimate Fighter every Friday night while FX is showing new episodes of The Ultimate Fighter with live fights. Spike's sister station, MTV2, will also be showing Bellator fights live on Friday nights.
From the perspective of FX and the UFC, this is an annoying tactic that will only serve to confuse viewers who are flipping through the channels looking for The Ultimate Fighter. But Spike is looking to do anything it can to maintain viewership among MMA fans this year, as it plans to take Bellator over from MTV2 next year. Expect a whole lot more UFC counter-programming from Spike in the months ahead.
Posted in: ufc, fighter, fx, spike, friday
Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC 144 'Prelims' ratings on FX attract 1.5 million viewers
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) returned to the FX airwaves this past Saturday night (Feb. 25, 2012) by broadcasting a live two-hour "Prelims" special for the UFC 144: "Edgar vs. Henderson" event from the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan.
And the ratings just keep growing and growing and growing.
The third episode airing on the new network garnered 1.5 million viewers, according to Sherdog.com. That marks yet another increase for the promotion, as it saw 1.3 million viewers tune in for the UFC 143: "Diaz vs. Condit" event this past Feb. 4.
To get a feel for how much they've improved in such a short time, the first broadcast on FX drew just 880,000 viewers for the UFC 142: "Aldo vs. Mendes" preliminary card back on Jan. 14.
Fans who tuned into the UFC 144 "Prelims" special were treated to four undercard fights that had it all, from a sweet submission to a technical knockout to what many felt was a robbery.
Takanori Gomi got back to his winning ways by weathering an early storm to come back in the second round to finish Eiji Mitsuoka via technical knockout. Not only did "The Fireball Kid" win in Japan, he likely saved himself from the firing squad.
The same can't be said for Norifumi Yamamoto, who suffered his third consecutive defeat inside the Octagon when he fell prey to "Submission of the Night" winner Vaughan Lee.
Takeya Mizugaki got jobbed by the judges in his bantamweight showdown against Chris Cariaso, losing a unanimous decision. Or at least that's what UFC President Dana White thinks, as he paid Mizugaki his win bonus and will be treating him as though he was the actual victor.
Cause you know, who gives a shit what the judges think.
Finally, Riki Fukuda picked up an uneventful victory over Steve Cantwell by way of unanimous decision in their middleweight scrap.
For a more in depth look at the UFC 144: "Edgar vs. Henderson" preliminary card results click here.
Posted in: ufc, fx, vs, viewer, prelim
Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC 144 Prelims: 1.5 million viewers
MMA Junkie reports that the UFC 144 Prelims on FX scored 1.5 million viewers. Saturday night’s two hour broadcast was the best rating for the program in its short time on the network.
Previously, UFC 143 garnered 1.4 million viewers and UFC 142 received 880,000 viewers. As far as competition for viewers on Saturday night, the prelims went up against NBA All-Star Saturday which is losing its luster despite good ratings.
Payout Perspective:
Encouraging numbers for the prelims on FX. It seems like people are adjusting to the move and the two hour coverage. According to MMA Weekly, the UFC Prelims averaged 1.41 million viewers over the 25 episodes for the 1 hour prelim show on Spike TV. So, the future looks bright for the prelims on FX.
Posted in: ufc, fx, saturday, viewer, prelim
Read the full article at MMA PayoutUFC on FX 2 ‘Alves vs. Kampmann’ Promo
UFC on FX 2 “Alves vs. Kampmann” takes place on Friday, March 2, at the Allphones Arena, Sydney, Australia and will air live on FX at 9pm ET/6pm PT. The latest UFC on FX 2 fight card can be found in our fight cards section.
Posted in: ufc, fight, fx, vs, kampmann
Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC 144 Prelims on FX Net Average of 1.5 Million Viewers
The UFC 144 prelims special earned 1.5 million viewers on average for its Saturday night broadcast on FX, Sherdog.com learned Tuesday from an industry source.
Posted in: ufc, fx, viewer, prelim, fx sherdogcom
Read the full article at SherdogPretty damn cool new trailer for the upcoming TUF on FX"Watch The Ultimate Fighter Live. Special...
Pretty damn cool new trailer for the upcoming TUF on FX
"Watch The Ultimate Fighter Live. Special Live Premiere Event, Friday, March 9 @ 9P E/P only on FX!"
Posted in: fighter, fx, tuf, premiere, trailer
Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC 144 ratings: 'UFC Prelims' draw 1.5 million FX viewers
FX drew a solid 1.5 million viewers for this past weekend's UFC 144 "UFC Prelims" broadcast, MMAjunkie.com today confirmed with industry sources.
The two-hour Feb. 25 broadcast preceded the UFC 144 pay-per-view main card and featured four bouts live from Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan.
The broadcast outdrew the first two "UFC Prelims" specials on FX, which drew 888,000 viewers (UFC 142) and 1.3 million viewers (UFC 143).
Posted in: ufc, fx, viewer, prelim, industry sources
Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 2 results and LIVE fight coverage for 'Alves vs Kampmann' on March 2 in Australia
No rest for the wicked.
UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" is set to take place this Friday night (March 2, 2012), LIVE from the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
MMAmania.com will provide LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the UFC on FX 2 main card action below on fight night, which is slated to air at 9 p.m. ET on the FX Channel. The latest quick updates of the live action will begin to flow earlier than that around 5:30 p.m. ET with the "Prelims" bouts on Facebook and FUEL TV.
UFC on FX 2, which will mark the mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion's second appearance on the cable television channel, will be headlined by a Welterweight showdown that pits former 170-pound title contender Thiago Alves against the hard-hitting Martin Kampmann.
Also taking place in the "Land Down Under" is the first leg of the UFC flyweight (125 pounds) tournament, featuring match ups between Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
Check out the complete UFC on FX 2 fight card and line up after the jump:
Main event:
170 lbs.: Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann
Main card (FX Channel):
125 lbs.: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall 125 lbs.: Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani 185 lbs.: Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou
"Prelims" card (FUEL TV):
145 lbs.: Mackens Semerzier vs. Daniel Pineda 205 lbs.: James Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa 185 lbs.: Andrew Craig vs. Kyle Noke 170 lbs.: Jake Hecht vs. T.J. Waldburger 205 lbs.: Anthony Perosh vs. Nick Penner 145 lbs.: Cole Miller vs. Steven Siler
"Prelims" card (Facebook):
265 lbs.: Oli Thompson vs. Shawn Jordan
Remember that It's going to be a fun night of fights so don't miss it.
We're still a few days away from fight night; therefore, feel free to share your thoughts and predictions for "Alves vs. Kampmann" in the comments section below. And remember that MMAmania.com will be the spot for the latest news and event-related highlights before, during and after the event.
For all the latest news and notes on UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
Posted in: ufc, fx, vs, lb, alve
Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 2 Start Times and Bout Order Released
The final bout order has been released for this weekend's UFC on FX 2 card headlined by the welterweight match-up between Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann.
Posted in: fx, bout order, thiago alves, welterweight matchup, weekends ufc
Read the full article at MMA WeeklyThe Ultimate Fighter 15 on FX Participants Announced
The 15th season of The Ultimate Fighter is set to kick off next Friday, March 9, with a a special two-and-a-half-hour live premiere at 9pm ET/8pm CT on FX. As in previous seasons, 32 competitors will fight for the opportunity to gain entrance to the TUF house and compete for The Ultimate Fighter crown, except this time the fights will happen live and the shooting schedule will span a grueling 13 weeks instead of six.
FX announced the 32 participants who will fight next week earlier today.
Akbarh Arreloa, Chula Vista, Calif.
Al Iaquinta, Wantagh, N.Y.
Ali Maclean, Belfast, North Ireland
Andy Ogle, Tynemouth, England
Austin Lyons, Cordova, Tenn.
Brendan Weafer, New York, N.Y.
Chris Tickle, Bloomington, Ill.
Cody Pfister, Amarillo, Texas
Cristiano Marcello, Curitiba, Brazil
Chase Hackett, Littleton, Colo.
Chris Saunders, Long Beach, Calif.
Dakota Cochrane, Omaha, Neb.
Daron Cruickshank, Wayne, Mich.
Drew Dober, Omaha, Neb.
Erin Beach, San Diego, Calif.
James Krause, Blue Springs, Mich.
James Vick, Fort Worth, Texas
Jared Carlsten, Los Angeles, Calif.
Jeff Smith, Mechanicsburg, Penn.
Jeremy Larsen, Phoenix, Ariz.
Joe Proctor, Pembroke, Mass.
John Cofer, Hull, Ga.
Johnavan Vistante, Pearl City, Hawaii
Jon Tuck, Hagtna, Guam
Jordan Rinaldi, Matthews, N.C.
Justin Lawrence, Villa Ridge, Mo.
Mark Glover, Liverpool, England
Michael Chiesa, Spokane Valley, Wash.
Myles Jury, San Diego, Calif.
Mike Rio, Miami, Fla.
Sam Sicilia, Spokane Valley, Wash.
Vinc Pichel, Sherman Oaks, Calif.
All fights will be contested at 155 pounds.
Posted in: fighter, fx, calif, fx participants, gain entrance
Read the full article at MMA ConvertFX Reveals 32-Man Cast for Upcoming Season of ‘The Ultimate Fighter Live’
The coaches and the fighters are in place -- now a little more than a week remains until it’s officially time to get down to business.
Posted in: business, time, fighter, fx, week
Read the full article at Sherdog32 Competitors Announced For The Ultimate Fighter Live
First of Two 13-Week Seasons This Year on FXSpecial Premiere Event to Showcase 16 LIVE FightsDominick Cruz, Urijah Faber Named CoachesLOS ANGELES (Feb. 27, 2012) – A talented international field of 32 confident, dedicated and determined fighters has been set for THE ULTIMATE FIGHTER® LIVE on FX that begins on Friday, March 9, with a special two-and-a-half-hour LIVE premiere airing at 9 PM ET/8 PM CT, and tape delayed on the Pacific and Mountain time zones at 9 PM PT/10 PM MT.The list of finalists was trimmed from more than 500 prospective entrants from around the world.Those seeking to cash in on the opportunity of a lifetime include fighters in the lightweight (155pounds) division from the United States, England, Northern Ireland and Brazil.The inaugural season of THE ULTIMATE FIGHTER LIVE on FX will run for 13 consecutive weeks, featuring live fights every episode, and culminate with a championship fight on June 1, in a three-hour finale. Following the eagerly anticipated premiere on its new home, the series will remain on Fridays but move to 10 p.m. ET/PT (delayed on the West Coast) for 12 weeks. (Telecasts of TUF Live will air live nationally on DirecTV ch. 248 and DISH-Channel ch. 136.)As part of The Ultimate Fighting Championship®’s landmark deal with FOX Sports Media Group, FX will also televise a second 13-week season of THE ULTIMATE FIGHTER LIVE this summer. There will be two 13-week seasons of THE ULTIMATE FIGHTER LIVE on FX annually for the next seven years. The eventual winner of each season receives a six-figure contract from the UFC. The 13 weeks of taping are more than twice as long as previous TUF seasons (six). Unlike past editions when each season was taped months in advance of its broadcast, new episodes with live fights will now air each week.There will be 16 live fights on March 9. The competitors are:Akbarh Arreloa, Chula Vista, Calif.Al Iaquinta, Wantagh, N.Y.Ali Maclean, Belfast, North IrelandAndy Ogle, Tynemouth, EnglandAustin Lyons, Cordova, Tenn.Brendan Weafer, New York, N.Y.Chris Tickle, Bloomington, Ill.Cody Pfister, Amarillo, TexasCristiano Marcello, Curitiba, BrazilChase Hackett, Littleton, Colo.Chris Saunders, Long Beach, Calif.Dakota Cochrane, Omaha, Neb.Daron Cruickshank, Wayne, Mich.Drew Dober, Omaha, Neb.Erin Beach, San Diego, Calif.James Krause, Blue Springs, MOJames Vick, Fort Worth, TexasJared Carlsten, Los Angeles, Calif.Jeff Smith, Mechanicsburg, Penn.Jeremy Larsen, Phoenix, Ariz.Joe Proctor, Pembroke, Mass.John Cofer, Hull, Ga.Johnavan Vistante, Pearl City, HawaiiJon Tuck, Hagtna, GuamJordan Rinaldi, Matthews, N.C.Justin Lawrence, Villa Ridge, Mo.Mark Glover, Liverpool, EnglandMichael Chiesa, Spokane Valley, Wash.Myles Jury, San Diego, Calif.Mike Rio, Miami, Fla.Sam Sicilia, Spokane Valley, Wash.Vinc Pichel, Sherman Oaks, Calif.The previously announced coaches for the two teams will be current UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz and former WEC featherweight champion and current top contender, Urijah Faber. Cruz and Faber are no strangers to each other. The popular UFC superstars and rivals have split two previous fights and will clash for a third time at UFC 148 on July 7 in Las Vegas. Following the live fights during the series premiere episode, or “Fight In,” the field will be halved. The 16 survivors will then be broken up into two teams of eight. Each team will train with each other and reside in a house together in Las Vegas for the duration of the season. One fighter from each team will be selected by their coach to fight at the end of each weekly installment on FX for the right to advance in the competition and, ultimately, perhaps, be crowned THE ULTIMATE FIGHTER LIVE Champion and earn the life-changing contract with the UFC.Said UFC President Dana White, “We’re producing ground-breaking television with THE ULTIMATE FIGHTER LIVE and we can’t wait to kick this season off with FX. It’s going to be can’t-miss TV. Dominick Cruz and Urijah Faber are two amazing guys who also happen to be two of the best fighters in the world. They genuinely dislike each other and I expect this to make for the best season yet.”“We believe that Dana, (UFC Chairman) Lorenzo Fertitta and (Executive Producer) Craig Piligian have come up with exciting new changes to the format of THE ULTIMATE FIGHTER LIVE that will expand and grow the series,” said Chuck Saftler, Executive Vice President, FX Networks. “The fact that the fight at the end of every episode will now be televised live is certain to create a sense of urgency for UFC fans and will make the series even more compelling.”Many of today’s most recognizable names in Mixed Martial Arts have emerged from the series’previous incarnation, The Ultimate Fighter, including, among many others, Rashad Evans, Kenny Florian, Forrest Griffin and Stephan Bonnar.So who will be the first champion on THE ULTIMATE FIGHTER LIVE on FX? Stay tuned.For more show information, bios, videos and photos, visit ultimatefighter.com.
Posted in: ufc, fight, fighter, fx, season
Read the full article at UFCUFC On FX 2 Card: Alves Vs. Kampmann
The UFC will return to Australia for the third time on March 3rd. This time the event won't be on PPV, but will air live on FX (due to the time difference, the show will air on Friday, March 2nd in North America). The main event is a quality welterweight bout pitting Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampman. The card will also feature the semi-finals of the mini-tournament that will decide the first UFC flyweight champion, with Joseph Benavidez facing Shooto 123 lb. champ Yasuhiro Urushitani and Demetrious Johnson facing Tachi Palace Fights flyweight champion Ian McCall. Here's the current card (undercard after the jump as usual):
March 3rd, live on FX from Sydney, Australia:
Main Card:
Thiago Alves (19-8) vs. Martin Kampmann (18-5)
Joseph Benavidez (15-2) vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani (19-4-6) [Flyweight Semi-Final]
Demetrious Johnson (10-2) vs. Ian McCall (11-2) [Flyweight Semi-Final]
Court McGee (13-1) vs. Constantinos Philippou (9-2, 1 NC)
More SBN coverage of UFC on FX 2
Preliminary Card:
Aaron Rosa (17-4) vs. James Te Huna (13-5)
Nick Penner (11-1) vs. Anthony Perosh (12-6)
Cole Miller (18-5) vs. Steven Siler (19-9)
Andrew Craig (6-0) vs. Kyle Noke (19-5-1)
Jake Hecht (11-2) vs. T.J. Waldburger (14-6)
Daniel Pineda (16-7) vs. Mackens Semerzier (6-3, 1 NC)
Shawn Jordan (12-3) vs. Oli Thompson (9-2)
Posted in: ufc, fx, vs, card, flyweight
Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX 2 weigh in results, information and details for 'Alves vs Kampmann' on March 2 in Sydney
The official weigh in event for UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" is set to take place on Friday, March 2, 2012, live from the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
Because of the difference in time zones, the weigh in event will stream stateside live on Thursday night (March 1) at 10 p.m. ET.
As usual, MMAmania.com will provide up-to-the-second coverage of the UFC on FX 2 weigh-ins, as well as provide a detailed recap of the festivities as soon as they conclude.
UFC on FX 2, which will mark the promotion's second appearance on the cable television channel, will be headlined by a welterweight showdown pitting former title contender Thiago Alves against the venerable Martin Kampmann.
Also booked for the Sydney fight card are the semifinals for the flyweight tournament featuring match-ups pitting Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
Here is the current UFC on FX 2 fight card and line-up:
Main event:
170 lbs.: Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann
Main card (FX Channel):
125 lbs.: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall125 lbs.: Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani185 lbs.: Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou
Preliminary card (FUEL TV):
145 lbs.: Mackens Semerzier vs. Daniel Pineda205 lbs.: James Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa185 lbs.: Andrew Craig vs. Kyle Noke170 lbs.: Jake Hecht vs. T.J. Waldburger205 lbs.: Anthony Perosh vs. Nick Penner145 lbs.: Cole Miller vs. Steven Siler
Preliminary card (Facebook):
265 lbs.: Oli Thompson vs. Shawn Jordan
Remember that MMAmania.com will provide LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the main card action on fight night (Friday, March 2), which is slated to air at 8 p.m. ET on the FX Channel. The latest quick updates of the live action will begin to flow earlier than that around 6 p.m. ET with the preliminary bouts on Facebook and FUEL TV.
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 on FX 2 coverage you can handle.
For all the latest news and notes on "Alves vs. Kampmann" be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
Posted in: vs, lb, fx, ufc, card
Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 2's 11-bout lineup finalized with FUEL TV, Facebook prelim broadcasts
The Ultimate Fighting Championship's return to Australia will broadcast on FX, FUEL TV and Facebook.
MMAjunkie.com today confirmed the UFC on FX 2 broadcast plans with company officials.
In addition to the previously announced four-fight main card, a six-bout
preliminary card special featuring Aaron Rosa vs. James Te Huna airs
on FUEL TV and one bout, Shawn Jordan vs. Oli Thompson, streams on
Facebook.
Posted in: fx, facebook, tv, fuel, company officials
Read the full article at MMA JunkieDemetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall Agree to “Sudden Death” Round
Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall have agreed to having a “sudden death” round in their upcoming UFC on FX 2 bout. The groundbreaking move would prevent any possibility of a draw in their bout, which will serve as the opening round of the flyweight tournament. Johnson announced the move while on TapouT radio.
While there is no word on whether this could be a standard move for future fights, and Johnson was unsure if Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani had the same agreement, it could be a large shift in future fight-making policy.
UFC on FX 2 takes place March 3 and is headlined by a bout between Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann. The event takes place in Sydney, Australia and will be broadcast on FX.
Posted in: fx, bout, vs, johnson, move
Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 2 Main Card Official with 4 Fight Main Card on FX, Prelims Likely to Air on Fuel TV
While the UFC makes its return to Japan this weekend, they will also be traveling across the world for the next event the following weekend with UFC on FX 2. The event takes place at Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia. This will be the UFC’s third event in the last three years in Australia, following UFC 110 and UFC 127, which also took place in Sydney.
The full card of fights is now official, with a four fight main card set to air live on FX. The UFC has yet to announce where the preliminary card fights will air, but it is expected that they will air on Fuel TV.
The main event for UFC on FX 2 features two top welterweight contenders, with Thiago Alves taking on Martin Kampmann.
Also featured on the main card will be the first round of the flyweight tournament, as the 125 pound division will make its debut at the event. The first round matchups include former Tachi Palace Fights flyweight champion Ian McCall taking on Demetrious Johnson, and Joseph Benavidez taking on Yasuhiro Urushitani.
Johnson and Benavidez, both former bantamweights who fought for the title at 135 pounds, will be making their flyweight debut.
Rounding out the main card will be a middleweight matchup between The Ultimate Fighter season 11 winner Court McGee and Constantinos Philippou.
Like the previous UFC cards held in Australia, the event will air live in the United States during its usual Saturday night time slot, which means the event will take place early Sunday morning in Australia.
MAIN CARD (FX):
Martin Kampmann vs. Thiago Alves
Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall
Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani
Court McGee vs. Costa Philippou
PRELIMINARY CARD (Fuel TV):
James Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa
Anthony Perosh vs. Nick Penner
Cole Miller vs. Steven Siler
Kyle Noke vs. Andrew Craig
Jake Hecht vs. T.J. Waldburger
Oli Thompson vs. Shawn Jordan
Daniel Pineda vs. Mackens Semerzier
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC 144′s Lineup Set for Main Card PPV, Prelims Set for FX and Facebook
With the UFC returning to Japan for the first time since UFC 29 in December 2000, UFC 144 will be featuring an extended main card on pay-per-view, along with a full preliminary card on both FX and Facebook. UFC 144 begins around 7:30 on Facebook with the first preliminary card matchup. The event will then move to FX with four more preliminary fights at 8. Then the pay-per-view event will begin at the regularly scheduled time of 10 PM EST.
The entire preliminary card will feature a fighter from Japan in each matchup. Former PRIDE Lightweight champion Takanori Gomi and longtime Shooto and Dream bantamweight Kid Yamamoto will both be featured on the prelims, with both fighting on FX.
The pay-per-view event will begin at 10 PM EST, with the fights actually occurring early Sunday morning locally in Japan due to the time difference. With seven bouts scheduled, the pay-per-view event will take place over four hours as opposed to the usually scheduled three hour events.
The card is headlined by a UFC lightweight championship fight between champion Frankie Edgar and Benson Henderson. Also featured on the main card will be former PRIDE stars in Japan in Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and Mark Hunt.
Local Japanese stars Yoshihiro Akiyama, Yushin Okami, and Hatsu Hioki will also be fighting on the main card.
MAIN CARD (PPV)
Frankie Edgar (c) vs. Ben Henderson
UFC Lightweight Championship
Quitnon “Rampage” Jackson vs. Ryan Bader
Cheick Kongo vs. Mark Hunt
Jake Shields vs. Yoshihiro Akiyama
Joe Lauzon vs. Anthony Pettis
Yushin Okami vs. Tim Boetsch
Hatsu Hioki vs. Bart Palaszewski
PRELIMINARY CARD (FX)
Riki Fukuda vs. Steve Cantwell
Norifumi “Kid” Yamamoto vs. Vaughn Lee
Takeya Mizugaki vs. Chris Cariaso
Takanori Gomi vs. Eiji Mitsuoka
PRELIMINARY CARD (Facebook)
Tiequan Zhang vs. Issei Tamura
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyThe Ultimate Fighter 15 on FX Promo
Promo for the upcoming season of The Ultimate Fighter which premieres on March 9 on FX.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC on FX 2 Fight Card Rumors
Rumored fight card for UFC on FX 2 on March 3, 2012.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 2 main card set with four bouts
The four-bout main card is set for the UFC's sophomore effort on FX.
"UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann" takes place March 3 at Allphones Arena
in Sydney and airs live in the U.S. on March 2 due to the time
difference. The event's main card airs live on FX while preliminary-card
fights are expected to air on FUEL TV.
Headlining the event is a key welterweight bout between perennial contender Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieFirst Look! Check Out The Ultimate Fighter Live
Check out the first look at the new Ultimate Fighter LIve on FX featuring coaches Dominick Cruz and Urijah Faber.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 2 Fight Card: Alves Vs. Kampmann
The UFC will return to Australia for the third time on March 3rd. This time the event won't be on PPV, but will air live on FX (due to the time difference, the show will air on Friday, March 2nd in North America). The main event is a quality welterweight bout pitting Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampman. The card will also feature the semi-finals of the mini-tournament that will decide the first UFC flyweight champion, with Joseph Benavidez facing Shooto 123 lb. champ Yasuhiro Urushitani and Demetrious Johnson facing Tachi Palace Fights flyweight champion Ian McCall. Here's the current card (undercard after the jump as usual):
March 3rd, live on FX from Sydney, Australia:
Main Card:
Thiago Alves (19-8) vs. Martin Kampmann (18-5)
Joseph Benavidez (15-2) vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani (19-4-6) [Flyweight Semi-Final]
Demetrious Johnson (10-2) vs. Ian McCall (11-2) [Flyweight Semi-Final]
Court McGee (13-1) vs. Constantinos Philippou (9-2, 1 NC)
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Preliminary Card:
Aaron Rosa (17-4) vs. James Te Huna (13-5)
Nick Penner (11-1) vs. Anthony Perosh (12-6)
Cole Miller (18-5) vs. Steven Siler (19-9)
Andrew Craig (6-0) vs. Kyle Noke (19-5-1)
Jake Hecht (11-2) vs. T.J. Waldburger (14-6)
Daniel Pineda (16-7) vs. Mackens Semerzier (6-3, 1 NC)
Shawn Jordan (12-3) vs. Oli Thompson (9-2)
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowDustin Poirier vs. Chan Sung Jung headlines UFC on FX 3 in Virginia
A key featherweight matchup with real title implications is set for May
15, as Dustin Poirier meets Chan Sung Jung in the headlining bout of UFC on FX 3.
UFC officials today announced the three-round matchup, which takes place after the two fighters verbally jabbed at each other on Twitter.
As previously reported, UFC on FX 3 takes play May 15 at Patriot Center
in Fairfax, Va. The event's main card airs live on FX, and FUEL TV is
expected to air the preliminary card.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieIgor Pokrajac Fills in for Vera, Fights Thiago Silva at UFC on FX 3
With Brandon Vera out of his rematch with Thiago Silva, Igor Pokrajac will step up and take the slot to face the Brazilian at UFC on FX 3 in May.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMADonald Cerrone Meets Yves Edwards at UFC on FX 3 in Virginia
Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone and Yves Edwards will look to get back in the win column when they meet in a May 15 lightweight bout at UFC on FX 3 in Fairfax, Va.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMADonald Cerrone scheduled to face Yves Edwards at UFC on FX 3
Two of the UFC’s most entertaining lightweights are set to meet in May as part of the organization’s third show on FX, as last night’s episode of UFC Tonight revealed Donald Cerrone and Yves Edwards have agreed to fight on the still-developing card. Both men will be looking to come out strong after falling short in their most recent outings.
Cerrone was a win away from earning a title-shot before running into Nate Diaz at UFC 141 where he was on the wrong end of a relatively one-sided beatdown, failing to land nearly as many strikes as Diaz and ultimately losing a Unanimous Decision. Prior to the stumble he had strung together six straight wins including impressive performances against Charles Oliveira and Dennis Siver.
A Closer Look at Diaz-Cerrone
Meanwhile, sixty-fight veteran Edwards shared a fate similar to Cerrone’s in his Ultimate Fighter 14 Finale bout against Tony Ferguson. Edwards, who also lost a clear-cut decision, is 41-18-1 in his career with 32 stoppages and past victories over the likes of Rafaello Oliveira, Aaron Riley, Hermes Franca, and Josh Thomson.
UFC on FX 3 is set for May 15 in Fairfax, Virginia. The only other match-ups announced thus far are Igor Pokrajac-Thiago Silva and Tom Lawlor-Jason MacDonald.
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Read the full article at Fighters.comPokrajac Replaces Injured Vera, Meets Thiago Silva at UFC on FX 3
Thiago Silva has a new opponent for his return bout at UFC on FX 3.
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Read the full article at SherdogIgor Pokrajac steps in to meet Thiago Silva at UFC on FX 3
With Brandon Vera sidelined by injury, Igor Pokrajac has stepped in to meet a returning Thiago Silva.
UFC officials today confirmed the injury replacement.
As previously reported, UFC on FX 3 takes play May 15 at Patriot Center
in Fairfax, Va. The event's main card airs live on FX, and FUEL TV is
expected to air the preliminary card.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieDonald Cerrone vs Yves Edwards booked for UFC on FX 3 on May 15 in Fairfax
Like any good "Cowboy," sometimes you just have to get back on your horse and keep on riding.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has asked 155-pound standout Donald Cerrone to saddle up against the always-dangerous Yves Edwards on the main card of the UFC on FX 3 event, scheduled for May 15, 2012, at the Patriot Center in Fairfax, Virginia.
The promotion announced the lightweight tilt late last night.
Cerrone (17-4) saw his six-fight winning streak snapped at the hands of Nate Diaz, literally, when the lanky Stockton slugger outstruck him across three rounds, sending him to a convincing unanimous decision loss at the UFC 141: "Lesnar vs. Overeem" pay-per-view (PPV) event last December.
It was "Cowboy's" first defeat since falling to Ben Henderson way back at WEC 48.
Also looking to get back into the win column is Edwards (41-18-1), who fell out of favor with the cageside judges in his unanimous decision defeat to Tony Ferguson.
His loss to "El Cucuy" puts him at 3-2 since returning to the world's largest fight promotion, but with 60 fights to his name, the master of "Thugjitsu" is a considerable threat to anyone in the lightweight division.
UFC on FX 3 is expected to feature a middleweight scrap between Tom Lawlor and Jason MacDonald, while 205-pound smasher Thiago Silva returns from suspension to battle the venerable Igor Pokrajac.
Stay tuned to MMAmania.com for future updates to this still-developing fight card.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaYves Edwards, ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone Clash in Virginia at UFC on FX 3
Donald Cerrone and Yves Edwards will square off at UFC on FX 3.
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Read the full article at SherdogDonald Cerrone vs. Yves Edwards Set for UFC on FX 3
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Read the full article at RedditDonald Cerrone vs. Yves Edwards added to May's UFC on FX 3 event
An intriguing lightweight contest between Donald Cerrone and Yves Edwards has been added to May's UFC
on FX 3 event.
The new booking was announced on Tuesday's new episode of "UFC Tonight" on FUEL TV.
UFC on FX 3 takes place May 15 at the Patriot Center in Fairfax, Va. The night's main card airs on FX.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieDonald Cerrone vs. Yves Edwards Set for UFC on FX 3
Lightweights Donald Cerrone and Yves Edwards will look to bounce back from December losses when they’re scheduled to square off at UFC on FX 3 on May 15 in Fairfax, Virginia.
The matchup was announced on Tuesday’s edition of UFC Tonight on Fuel TV and is expected to be featured on the event’s main card.
Cerrone (17-4) dropped a unanimous decision to Nate Diaz in the co-main event of UFC 141 to snap a six-fight win streak, while Edwards (41-18-1) was topped by The Ultimate Fighter 13 winner Tony Ferguson at The Ultimate Fighter 14 Finale after winning four of his last five.
UFC on FX 3 also includes Thiago Silva vs. Igor Pokrajac and Jason MacDonald vs. Tom Lawlor.
For the latest UFC on FX 3 coverage stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Donald Cerrone
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC On FX 2 Card: Alves Vs. Kampmann
The UFC will return to Australia for the third time on March 3rd. This time the event won't be on PPV, but will air live on FX (due to the time difference, the show will air on Friday, March 2nd in North America). The main is a quality welterweight bout pitting Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampman . The card will also feature the semi-finals of the mini-tournament that will decide the first UFC flyweight champion, with Joseph Benavidez facing Shooto 123 lb. champ Yasuhiro Urushitani and Demetrious Johnson facing Tachi Palace Fights flyweight champion Ian McCall. Here's the current card (undercard after the jump as usual):
March 3rd, live on FX from Sydney, Australia:
Main Card:
Thiago Alves (19-8) vs. Martin Kampmann (18-5)
Joseph Benavidez (15-2) vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani (19-4-6) [Flyweight Semi-Final]
Demetrious Johnson (10-2) vs. Ian McCall (11-2) [Flyweight Semi-Final]
Court McGee (13-1) vs. Constantinos Philippou (9-2, 1 NC)
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Preliminary Card:
Aaron Rosa (17-4) vs. James Te Huna (13-5)
Nick Penner (11-1) vs. Anthony Perosh (12-6)
Cole Miller (18-5) vs. Steven Siler (19-9)
Andrew Craig (6-0) vs. Kyle Noke (19-5-1)
Jake Hecht (11-2) vs. T.J. Waldburger (14-6)
Daniel Pineda (16-7) vs. Mackens Semerzier (6-3, 1 NC)
Shawn Jordan (12-3) vs. Oli Thompson (9-2)
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowJohn Hathaway vs. Pascal Krauss Added to UFC on FX 3 in New Jersey
A welterweight bout between two fighters returning from long injury layoffs has been added to UFC on FX 3 in New Jersey. John Hathaway will meet Pascal Krauss.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC 143 Prelims Nearly Double TV Ratings on FX
Is the UFC finally gaining some traction on FX? Possibly. The UFC 143 preliminary telecast produced substantially higher TV ratings than the UFC 143 prelims did.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC 143 Prelims Averaged 1.4 Million Viewers on FX
Cable network FX’s live UFC 143 prelims broadcast took in an average of 1.4 million viewers Saturday night, Sherdog.com confirmed Tuesday with an industry source.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC 143 'UFC Prelims' ratings: Second FX special earns 1.4 million viewers
The UFC's second-ever "UFC Prelims" special on FX drew 1.4 million viewers.
MMAjunkie.com today learned of the numbers, which
mark a sharp increase from the series' FX debut, from an industry
source.
The latest special, the promotion's second since ending a long-running
partnership with Spike TV, coincided with this past Saturday's UFC 143
event and featured four-preliminary card contests during the two-hour
broadcast.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 4 Targeted for Atlantic City on June 22
After visiting East Rutherford, New Jersey for UFC on Fox 3 on May 5, the UFC is planning to make a quick return to the state for a UFC on FX event on June 22 in Atlantic City, UFC co-owner Lorenzo Fertitta recently confirmed to ESPN.
The event would likely be UFC on FX 4 after UFC on FX 3 was recently scheduled for May 15 in Fairfax, Virginia.
The UFC hosted six events in Atlantic City in its early days, but hasn’t returned since UFC 53 in June 2005. No fights have been scheduled for the card.
For the latest UFC news and UFC rumors stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 2 Adds Daniel Pineda vs. Mackens Semerzier
Fresh off a first-round win last month in his Octagon debut, Daniel Pineda has stepped in for an injured Robert Peralta and will face featherweight Mackens Semerzier at UFC on FX 2 on March 2 in Sydney, Australia, the UFC announced today.
Pineda (16-7) needed just 97-seconds to submit Pat Schilling at UFC on FX 1 on Jan. 20 for his sixth-straight win, while Semerzier (6-3) snapped a three-fight skid with a win over Alex Caceres before a November fight with Peralta ended in a no contest due to an accidental headbutt.
UFC on FX 2 is headlined by welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann and also features flyweights Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
For the latest UFC on FX 2 coverage stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Mackens Semerzier
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 2: Daniel Pineda replaces Robert Peralta, meets Mackens Semerzier
After a successful promotional debut, Daniel Pineda now has his second UFC booking.
Fresh off a submission win over fellow newcomer Pat Schilling at UFC on FX 1, Pineda now has stepped in as an injury replacement for Robert Peralta.
He meets fellow featherweight Mackens Semerzier at UFC on FX 2.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieRobert Peralta Forced Off UFC on FX in Sydney Due to Injury
Robert Peralta and Mackens Semerzier's rematch will have to wait. Peralta is out of the UFC on FX 2 rematch with broken toes suffered in training.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC 143 Results: Poirier and Brown Shine During FX Prelims
Dustin Poirier and Matt Brown made their cases for bonuses, while two other fights on the UFC 143 FX prelims kept the excitement going with 'Fight of the Night' intensity.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC 143: Diaz Vs. Condit - Live Results And Play-By-Play For Undercard Fights
As with every major show, Bloody Elbow will be here to bring you live results, play by play and commentary for UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit. Our live coverage will start with the Facebook prelim stream (roughly 7 p.m. ET) through the FX broadcast of the prelims (8 p.m. ET) and through the PPV broadcast (10 p.m. ET) so make sure to make Bloody Elbow your home for this event.
This post will cover live results and thoughts for the undercard on Facebook and FX.
The featured bout of the FX undercard sees featherweights Dustin Poirier and Max Holloway step into the cage. Also in action on FX is former Ultimate Fighter castmember Alex Caceres as he takes on Edwin Figueroa and a battle of former TUF fighters with Matt Brown taking on Chris Cope. The opening fight on FX will be Matt Riddle against Henry Martinez. On Facebook it will be Rafael Natal against Michael Kuiper and Dan Stittgen fighting Stephen Thompson.
Make sure to come back during the event and share your thoughts as the event goes down.
SBN coverage of UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowVera Injured, Out of UFC on FX 3 Rematch with Silva
Brandon Vera has suffered an injury and will be unable to compete against Thiago Silva as originally expected at UFC on FX 3.
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Read the full article at SherdogBrandon Vera Injured, Out of UFC on FX 3 Rematch with Thiago Silva
Just two days after his rematch with Thiago Silva was announced, Brandon Vera has had to pull out of the fight at UFC on FX 3 in May with an injury.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMABrandon Vera injured, out of UFC on FX 3 rematch with Thiago Silva
A scheduled rematch between Thiago Silva and Brandon Vera will have to wait.
UFC officials today announced that Vera has suffered an undisclosed injury, and a replacement is being sought for his light-heavyweight bout with Silva at May's UFC on FX 3 event.
The show is scheduled for May 15 at the Patriot Center in Fairfax, Va. The night's main card airs on FX.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 3 official for May 15, Lawlor vs. MacDonald also set
As MMAjunkie.com first reported, UFC on FX 3 will take place on May 15.
UFC executives today officially announced that the previously reported
fight card will indeed air on FX and serve as UFC on FX 3.
Additionally, a previously reported bout between Tom Lawlor and Jason MacDonald is also official for the event.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieBrandon Vera-Thiago Silva II set for UFC on FX 3
The UFC has done its duty in attempting to make things right after light heavyweight Brandon Vera suffered a one-sided decision loss to Thiago Silva who was later found to have used steroids while preparing for their UFC 125 tilt. According to an official announcement from the UFC, Vera will get a second shot at Silva on May 15 when the organization visits Fairfax, Virginia for UFC on FX 3.
The scheduled match-up no doubt left a smile on Vera’s face who publicly lobbied for a rematch with Silva as soon as the Brazilian’s suspension was lifted last month.
“The Truth” Out to Show How Much He Hurts in Silva Rematch
Vera won his only fight since the loss to Thiago, outpointing Eliot Marshall in October to improve his overall record to 12-5. Other victories on Vera’s record include those over Keith Jardine, Krzysztof Soszynski, and Frank Mir. Comparably, Silva is 14-2 in his career with eleven TKOs and success in the cage against Jardine and Houston Alexander.
No headliner has been announced for UFC on FX 3 though a bout between middleweights Tom Lawlor and Jason MacDonald has also been attached to the card.
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Read the full article at Fighters.comLawlor-MacDonald, Silva-Vera 2 Targeted for UFC on FX 3 in Virginia
A light heavyweight rematch is in the works for UFC on FX 3, promotion officials recently announced, as Brandon Vera and Thiago Silva have verbally agreed to square off at the May 15 event.
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Read the full article at SherdogThiago Silva vs. Bradon Vera Rematch Booked for UFC on FX 3
A light heavyweight rematch between Thiago Silva and Brandon Vera has been booked for UFC on FX 3 on May 15 in Fairfax, Virginia, the UFC announced today.
Silva dominated Vera for a unanimous decision win at UFC 125 in January 2011, but Silva was stripped of his win and suspended for one year after submitting fake urine for his drug test.
Prior to the no contest, Silva (14-2) had lost two on his last three as he scored a win over Keith Jardine between losses to Lyoto Machida and Rashad Evans, while Vera (12-5) was initially cut, but returned with a win Eliot Marshall at UFC 137 in October to snap a two-fight losing streak.
The UFC on FX 3 fight card also includes middleweights Jason MacDonald vs. Tom Lawlor.
For the latest UFC on FX 3 coverage stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Thiago Silva
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyBrandon Vera vs Thiago Silva rematch set for UFC on FX 3 on May 15 in Virginia
This is the rematch!
It's been a while but if you will, remember back to Jan. 1, 2011, when Thiago Silva rang in the New Year by playing bongos on Brandon Vera's back at the UFC 125: "Resolution" event in Las Vegas.
Silva laid a Donkey Kong style beating on Vera that resulted in a gnarly broken nose for "The Truth" and a pink slip from the powers that be.
Unfortunately, we later learned that Silva had tested positive for performance enhancing drugs and the result of the bout was overturned to a no contest while he was suspended for an entire year by the Nevada State Athletic Commission. Oh, and Vera got his job back.
And now he can (try to) get his revenge at UFC on FX 3 on May 15 in Fairfax, Virginia, as announced by the promotion.
Vera has only fought once since getting his face rearranged by Silva's fists, a unanimous decision victory over Eliot Marshall back at UFC 137 in Oct. 2011. It certainly wasn't an inspiring performance but it gives him his shot at redemption.
Silva, meanwhile, has been remorseful, apologizing for his actions and quietly serving his suspension. But he's back now and the UFC has been so gracious as to give him the chance to defeat Vera without chemical aid.
How's this one going to play out, Maniacs?
UFC on FX 3 takes place on May 15 in Fairfax, Virginia. Silva vs. Vera is the only bout booked for the card at this time but stay tuned to MMAmania.com for future updates.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaBrandon Vera vs. Thiago Silva Rematch Set For UFC on FX 3
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Read the full article at RedditRevenge or Repeat? Brandon Vera vs. Thiago Silva 2 Set for UFC on FX 3
Brandon Vera will get a second shot at Thiago Silva when the two light heavyweights meet at UFC on FX 3 on May 15 in Virginia.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 3 Possible For May 15 In Virginia, Jason MacDonald vs. Tom Lawlor Expected
The UFC is planning to return to Virginia in May according to MMA Junkie.
From what they’re hearing the UFC is targeting what could be UFC on FX 3 on May 15 at the Patriot Center in Fairfax, Virginia.
Multiple sources close to negotiations today told MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com) that the UFC is targeting a return to Fairfax, Va.’s Patriot Center on May 15.
Although not finalized, the event could be named UFC on FX 3.
It’s unclear who will headline the show, however it’s believed that a middleweight bout between Jason MacDonald and Tom Lawlor will take place on the card.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC on FX 3, Lawlor vs. MacDonald Targeted for May 15 in Virginia
The UFC is expected to return to the Patriot Center in Fairfax, Virginia on May 15 for what would likely be UFC on FX 3 and a middleweight bout between Tom Lawlor and Jason MacDonald is in the works for the card, according to MMAjunkie.
MacDonald (25-15) was finished in the opening round by Alan Belcher at UFC Fight Night 25 in September to fall to 1-2 since the Canadian returned to the UFC in 2010, while Lawlor (7-4), a castmember on The Ultimate Fighter 8, is just 1-3 in his last four fights after suffering a first-round submission to Chris Weidman at UFC 139 in November.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 3 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Tom Lawlor
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC targets event for May 15 at Virginia's Patriot Center, possibly UFC on FX 3
Multiple sources close to negotiations today told MMAjunkie.com that the UFC is targeting a return to Fairfax, Va.'s
Patriot Center on May 15.
Although not finalized, the event could be named UFC on FX 3.
Additionally, a matchup between middleweights Jason MacDonald and Tom Lawlor is expected for the
fight card.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieAfter UFC on FX 1 win, go-go aficionado Easton not planning on much time off
Captioning Mike Easton's life right now would probably say "Portrait of a Fighter as a Young Man."
The 27-year-old Northeasterner isn't concerned about much other than his development of his craft as a mixed martial artist.
And emerging from a slugfest with Jared Papazian at
UFC on FX 1, Easton isn't taking much of a break
before he resumes his work.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieSpike Continues Anti-UFC Rhetoric By Touting Past Ratings
Less than a month into 2012, Spike has given another preview as to what their goals seem to be this year when it comes to the UFC: taunt the existing product by reminding people about the good old days when the two were live programming partners.
The latest snipe came Monday when Spike executives sent out an email comparing last Friday's UFC on FX debut to three Fight Nights they aired in 2011. According to Spike, the FX show averaged a 1.19 rating with males 18-49, a 1.20 with males 18-34 and garnered 1.3 million viewers.
They pointed out their three Fight Night events last year averaged a 1.8 rating with both males 18-49 and 18.34 with 1.9 million viewers. Those three events were January 22 (Melvin Guillard vs. Evan Dunham/Fight For The Troops 2), March 26 (Phil Davis vs. Antonio Rogerio Nogueira) and September 17 (Jake Ellenberger vs. Jake Shields).
While both networks are seen in roughly 100 million homes, it's worth noting that all three Fight Night events aired on Saturdays as opposed to FX on Friday. One could also argue the star power of the March co-main event with Dan Hardy vs. Anthony Johnson and the September Ellenberger vs. Shields main event was greater than anything on the FX show.
Spike's counter-programming of a Guillard marathon brought in 648,000 viewers at 9 PM EST, 751,000 viewers at 10 PM EST and 543,000 viewers at 11 PM EST. The UFC on FX prelims from 6-9 PM EST on Fuel TV averaged 148,000 viewers.
Again, Spike is paying the UFC to air second run programming in the final year of their contract before Bellator moves over in 2013. Speculation from industry insiders is that Spike's efforts are meant to irritate Zuffa to the point they buy back the rights to the programming, allowing Bellator to come over early.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX 1: 1.3 million viewers
MMA Junkie reports that the UFC on FX’s debut scored 1.3 million viewers on Friday night. The prelim bouts on Fuel, which preceded the FX show, received 148,000 viewers.
In comparison, Spike TV ran UFC counterprogramming at the same time as UFC on FX which garnered an average of 700,000 viewers.
According to MMA Junkie the ratings for UFC on FX received a 1.19 average among men 18-49 and a 1.21 for men 18-34.
Payout Perspective:
If you look at it with the glass half full, there were a lot of UFC fans watching its product Friday night. But, its with the UFC’s current tv partner we are concerned with here. The numbers are lower for FX right now in comparison to recent Spike TV live programming. This may be unfair to compare considering that the UFC is in its infancy stages of its new TV deal and we have a quirky situation with Spike maintaining the UFC library. There is the other argument that the switch from Friday to Saturday may be an issue. However, this spring Friday night will be the night for MMA as Bellator sets up shop on Fridays opposite the UFC on two channels.
Based on its low attendance and gate, the ratings fall in line with the fact that this event fell victim to being an event in the midst of a blitz of bigger UFC events. We shall see how Fox markets its product on FX to ensure more viewers are directed to its Friday live events.
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Read the full article at MMA PayoutUFC’s FX Debut Pulls 1.3 Million Viewers, 148K on Fuel TV
The Ultimate Fighting Championship’s first outing on Fox-owned cable channel FX drew an average of 1.3 million viewers, an industry source Monday informed Sherdog.com.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX TV Ratings; First FX Event Starts Slow
The Ultimate Fighting Championship held its first live event on the FX Network over the weekend, drawing slightly lower numbers than it averaged on Spike TV for similar events.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1 ratings: 1.3 million FX viewers and 148,000 FUEL TV viewers
This past weekend's four-fight UFC on FX 1 event, which was the first UFC main card to air on the FOX-owned FX, averaged 1.3 million viewers.
Additionally, the night's six-bout preliminary card averaged 148,000 viewers on FUEL TV.
MMAjunkie.com today confirmed the ratings information with industry sources.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 1 Videos Highlights for “Guillard vs. Miller”
In case you missed Friday’s UFC on FX 1 event or want to watch the action again, Fox has released nearly eight minutes of highlights from the card, including Jim Miller’s submission of Melvin Guillard, Josh Neer’s choke out of Duane “Bang” Ludwig, Mike Easton’s decision over Jared Papazian, and Pat Barry’s KO of Christian Morecraft.
Watch the UFC on FX 1 highlights below and also check out MMAFrenzy.com’s UFC on FX 1 recap:
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC On FX 2 Fight Card: Alves Vs. Kampmann
The UFC will return to Australia for the third time on March 3rd. This time the event won't be on PPV, but will air live on FX (due to the time difference, the show will air on Friday, March 2nd in North America). The main is a quality welterweight bout pitting Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampman . The card will also feature the semi-finals of the mini-tournament that will decide the first UFC flyweight champion, with Joseph Benavidez facing Shooto 123 lb. champ Yasuhiro Urushitani and Demetrious Johnson facing Tachi Palace Fights flyweight champion Ian McCall. Here's the current card (undercard after the jump as usual):
March 3rd, live on FX from Sydney, Australia:
Main Card:
Thiago Alves (19-8) vs. Martin Kampmann (18-5)
Joseph Benavidez (15-2) vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani (19-4-6) [Flyweight Semi-Final]
Demetrious Johnson (10-2) vs. Ian McCall (11-2) [Flyweight Semi-Final]
Court McGee (13-1) vs. Constantinos Philippou (9-2, 1 NC)
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Preliminary Card:
Aaron Rosa (17-4) vs. James Te Huna (13-5)
Nick Penner (11-1) vs. Anthony Perosh (12-6)
Cole Miller (18-5) vs. Steven Siler (19-9)
Andrew Craig (6-0) vs. Kyle Noke (19-5-1)
Jake Hecht (11-2) vs. T.J. Waldburger (14-6)
Robert Peralta (15-3, 1 NC) vs. Mackens Semerzier (6-3, 1 NC)
Shawn Jordan (12-3) vs. Oli Thompson (9-2)
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX 1 post-fight press conference video (full) for 'Guillard vs Miller'
UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs. Miller" from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., is officially in the books after an extremely entertaining night (Fri., Jan 20, 2012) of fights.
As usual, the stars of the show, including main event participants Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller, joined Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) President Dana White to dish the dirt on the first-ever event on FX. Jorge Rivera -- who retired from mixed martial arts (MMA) immediately after his technical knockout win over Eric Schafer -- was featured on the dais, as well as other big winners from the "Music City" event, Pat Barry, Josh Neer and Mike Easton.
For complete UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs. Miller" results and blow-by-blow coverage of all the night's action click here and here. To check out the most comprehensive archive of UFC on FX 1 news and notes in the universe click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 1 results recap: One last look at the electric Jan. 20 event in Nashville
The inaugural UFC on FX 1 show at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., on Jan. 20, 2012. is in now just a speck in the rear-view mirror.
The action-packed card featured ten exciting mixed martial arts (MMA) fights that really delivered from start to finish.
Eight of the 10 bouts were finished either by (technical) knockout or submission, which should give you some idea of just how fast-paced the action was on this card.
Jim Miller was able to elevate himself back into the title mix by notching an impressive submission victory over Melvin Guillard. Jorge Rivera ended his career on a high note by going out with a win.
Those weren't the only highlights. Not even close.
After the jump, we run through some of the other important moments from UFC on FX 1:
In the main event, Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller competed to regain their legitimacy, at least from a perspective of being a top contender in the 155 pound division.
At first, it looked like "The Young Assassin" was going to be able to use his striking and athleticism to punish Miller and make him quit. But, Guillard got cocky. He threw one too many flying knees and left himself exposed for a takedown.
From that point on, it was all downhill for Guillard. The ground game is Miller's world and he proved it by sinking in a deep rear-naked choke, causing Guillard to finally give in and tap.
The win propels Miller back into title contention. The loss sends Guillard back to the drawing board and should hopefully force him to address some areas of concern.
Read a full recap with in-depth analysis of the Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller fight at UFC on FX 1 here.
The co-main event saw Duane Ludwig -- the owner of the quickest knockout in Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) history -- taking on Josh Neer in a welterweight battle between a striker and a well-versed Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioner.
The fight started off with a "Bang," as Ludwig delivered some brutal strikes during the initial stand up exchanges. In fact, during one such exchange, Neer lost his mouthpiece and was given a moment to replace it. The respite seemed to fluster Ludwig and give Neer new life.
It wasn't long afterward that Ludwig haphazardly dove headfirst into a guillotine choke by Neer that was tightened so quickly, Ludwig never even got a chance to tap, slipping into unconsciousness as a result of the technically precise submission.
It looks as though Neer's time training with the Diaz brothers may be paying off, after all.
Read a summary with detailed analysis of the Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer fight at UFC on FX 1 here.
On Friday night, fan favorite Pat Barry found himself placed in the middle of a tough heavyweight showdown versus Christian Morecraft. After losing three of his last four fights (prior to his fight with Morecraft), a win was not a luxury -- it was a necessity.
The 6'6" Morecraft used his size and wrestling to bully Barry for the first minute of the fight. He threw several very dangerous submission attempts at "HD," and even looked very close to finishing him with an armbar.
But, that's not how Barry wanted to go out.
After surviving the attempts, Barry was able to get out of harm's way, back on his feet and to lay enough leather on Morecraft's chin to have him sleeping softly in the middle of the cage before he knew what hit him.
Read a comprehensive commentary of the Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft fight at UFC on FX 1 here.
Well before he stepped inside the Octagon this weekend, UFC veteran Jorge Rivera broke the news that he would retire after his fight with Eric Schafer, win or lose.
For a little more than a round, it looked as though "El Conquistador" was going to be exiting the eight-walled cage for the last time as a conquered man.
If Rivera has proven anything in his career, it's that you can't really ever count him out.
In the second round, during a scramble for position, Rivera was able to land a strike that dropped his opponent, seriously wobbled by the punch. It was the beginning of the end from that point, as Rivera pounced on Schafer, raining down punches until the referee finally stepped in to call a stop to the action.
Read a retrospective piece on Jorge Rivera and what he has meant to the sport of MMA here.
With a hearty 80 percent of the scheduled fights never making it to a judges decision, choosing a winner for "Knockout of the Night" and "Submission of the Night" was not an easy decision to make.
So just who did the UFC reward with big checks for their efforts?
Read the list of fight bonus award winners, including "Knockout of the Night," "Submission of the Night," and "Fight of the Night" here. For complete UFC 142 results and a detailed recap of all the action click here.
That's our version of the noteworthy highs and lows of the UFC on FX 1 weekend. Did we miss anything? Let us know with a well-thought out comment!
For complete UFC on FX 1 results and a detailed recap of all the action click here. To check out a recap of the UFC on FX 1 prelim fights that were seen on FUEL TV, click here.
And just in case you want to get up to speed on the entire UFC on FX 1 fight card from top to bottom click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 1 Post-Fight Press Conference Video
Full video of the UFC on FX 1 post-fight press conference.
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Here's all the walkout music from UFC on FX 1
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Back again with another dose of UFC entrance music to get you pumped up, here’s a list of all the walkout songs chosen by the UFC on FX 1 fighters. Rocking the arena for the night’s main fight, Jim Miller made his way to the cage with CCR’s “Bad Moon Rising” blasting from the speakers, while Melvin Guillard switched things up with “Fire Breazze” by Al Bizarre. Other UFC on FX 1 entrance songs heard throughout the night included tunes from 2Pac, Jay-Z, Megadeth, and more. Check out the full list of main card and preliminary match UFC on FX 1 walkout songs below.
Check out the first show with no Eminem walkout music in a long time...
Thanks to Tracy Lee for the pic.
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UFC on FX 1 Bonuses: Miller, Barry, Morecraft, Denis Earn $45K Awards
Jim Miller, Pat Barry, Christian Morecraft, and Nick Denis each earned $45,000 bonuses for their performances at UFC on FX 1 on Friday night in Nashville, Tennessee, UFC President Dana White announced at the event’s post-fight press conference.
Miller finished Melvin Guillard with a rear naked choke in the opening round of the main event for the “Submission of the Night,” Barry and Morecraft earned “Fight of the Night” honors before Barry knocked out Morecraft in the first, and Denis scored the “Knockout of the Night” as he took out Joseph Sandoval with standing elbows in just 22-seconds.
More UFC on FX 1 coverage: UFC on FX 1 main card recap, UFC on FX 1 preliminary card recap
Pictured: Pat Barry
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UFC on FX: Guillard vs Miller Report Card – Jim Miller to Steal the Lightweight Title This Year?
The majority of the fighters on UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller card put on a great show. 6/10 of the fights finished in the first round (2 KO’s and 4 submissions). Here are the fighters who were awarded $45k in fight bonuses: Fight of the Night: Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft Knockout of the [...]
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Read the full article at Fighthub TVUFC on FX 1 Guillard vs. Miller: The Scorecards
Check out the UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller official scorecards from the Tennessee Athletic Commission.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1 results recap: Winners and losers from 'Guillard vs Miller' event in Nashville
There some "firsts" that you'll just never forget: Your first kiss, your first time out on the road and several other "firsts" that we won't mention here.Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) got a big "first" out of the way last night (Jan. 20, 2012) as UFC on FX 1 marked the promotion's inaugural fight card on the FX network. The "Prelims" portion of the card started off on FUEL TV (also a part of the FOX Sports network), and boy, did it ever deliver!
With five explosive, first-round finishes, this card took no time getting the ball rolling. To get a detailed recap of the UFC on FX 1 "Prelims" on FUEL TV click here.
Before mixed martial arts (MMA) fans had time to catch their breath, it was on to the main card portion of the event, which was seen on FX and featured several high-intensity brawls that drew their fair share of "oohs" and "aahs" from the many in attendance at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
So, who were the biggest winners and lowliest losers at UFC on FX 1? Let's take a look:
WINNERS
Jim Miller -- Things didn't look good for Miller at the onset his fight with Melvin Guillard. Miller was getting pounded, and for a minute, it looked like it wasn't going to be his night. A motivated Guillard is a dangerous Guillard, and Miller was getting lit up like a Christmas tree. Credit to Miller for staying in there and waiting for the right moment to work his submission game and take home a very key victory. He's back, ladies and gents.
Jorge Rivera -- Rivera is one of the good dudes in the sport of MMA. Before his fight tonight, he announced he would be retiring, regardless of the outcome. After clearly losing the first round of his fight versus Eric Schafer, he was able to get the upper hand when "Red" shot for a takedown and Rivera clipped him with a punch, signaling the beginning of the end. "El Conquistador" came, he saw and he conquered as he went out in a blaze of glory. For more on the MMA retirement of Rivera click here.
Pat Barry -- Before tonight, "HD" had lost two of his last three and four of his last six fights, respectively. It didn't look good at the beginning. Christian Morecraft was using his wrestling and ground game to smother Barry and even looked close to securing an arm triangle choke at one point. Morecraft eventually transitioned to an armbar that appeared to be the end of the night. Not so. Barry showed that his jiu-jitsu and submission defense game has improved vastly, defending beautifully and escaping to safety. Moments later, Barry clipped his foe with a big right hand that sent the big, 6'6" heavyweight spiraling down to the canvas. Barry did not make the same mistake he made against Cheick Kongo, by letting him recover. He jumped all over him, planting concrete hand over hand before Herb Dean finally stepped in to save him. Big win for Barry. Welcome back to the "win wagon."
Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian -- For three, five-minute rounds, these two fighters looked like bantamweight "rock 'em, sock 'em robots." Kenny Florian said it well when he noted: "Most of this fight is being fought inside a phone booth." It was non-stop action and though Easton edged Papazian in the points department, it was very close. Both guys looked awesome and had nothing to hang their heads about. If you didn't like this fight, you probably hate beer and explosions, too. Stop hating things that are awesome. You're missing out.
FUEL TV -- Talk about a fantastic first impression! Five of the six "Prelims" fights on FUEL TV ended in either a submission or (technical) knockout. The "Prelims" featured quite a few UFC newcomers who were making their Octagon debuts. Some of them fared not so well, clearly not being able to handle the moment. Some looked hungry and eager to show that they truly belong. It was a great way to kick off the show and FUEL TV reaped the benefits.
Nick Denis -- Speaking of first impressions, bum rushing your opponent, powdering him with punches that he can't defend, grabbing a hold of a Muay Thai clinch and then knocking him out with a thunderous elbow (all in 22 seconds) is not a bad night's work, especially when it's your first fight under the bright lights and in the Octagon. Well done, sir.
Josh Neer -- He took a beating for the better part of the first round by Duane Ludwig, who threw everything he had at him, looking to end things with a "Bang." Neer survived and found an opportunity to get the fight to the canvas. It was pretty much over from that point, as his jiu-jitsu was just too much for Ludwig to handle. Before he even got a chance to tap, Ludwig was out and dreaming of a very tight turtleneck sweater.
LOSERS
Melvin Guillard -- He switched camps. He was in the right head space. He was "in the best shape of his life." Same story, same ending. For most of the first round, Guillard was dishing out an absolute beating. He was perfectly timing flying knees, defending takedowns and fighting his fight. Then it happened. Guillard got carried away with the flying knees and finally threw one too many. Miller finally timed it, took him down and had him gasping for air and tapping his forearm within seconds. Live and learn. Or don't.
Herb Dean -- Let me start by saying I love Herb Dean. He's easily my favorite referee. I hardly ever notice him and that's a compliment. Tonight, I noticed him way too much in the fight between Charlie Brenneman and Daniel Roberts. It's a shame when an official allows an uneducated crowd's reaction to influence the way he officates a fight. Several times in the fight, Brenneman was in a dominant position and clearly inflicting damage when Dean, very curiously, called for action and then stood them up. I admit, Brenneman was never really all that close to finishing the fight from any of those positions. In fact, Roberts got closer at the end of the second and third rounds to getting a submission than Brenneman ever did in the whole fight. That said, you cannot stand up the fight when one of the fighters is in dominant position and landing punches. The "wrestlehump" haters are not going to like this one. That's okay. We can agree to disagree.
Jorge Rivera's corner, Matt Phinney -- I'm sorry, I just can't take it when a fighter's corner tells him he's doing great when he clearly is not. In between the first and second round, the exact words were: "Everything is beautiful! You're looking great!" It wasn't and -- he wasn't. I don't know. I guess every fighter gets motivated differently. Maybe Phinney knows Rivera doesn't do well with bluntness. I've just seen too many guys fighting like they're ahead, when they're not, and pay the eventual price for it with a loss. Luckily, Rivera was able to pull off the victory anyway.
Christian Morecraft -- He's now lost three of his last four fights, all by knockout. Time to go back to the drawing board, because what you're doing isn't working, big fella. He's not as bad off as some fighters in similar positions because he's only 25 years old (big upside) and the UFC's heavyweight division is , quite frankly, very thin. (Ironic, no?) He'll probably luck out and get to stick around, but he needs to step his game up.
Anyway, that's our list of the triumphant and downtrodden from UFC on FX 1. Does your list look different? Let us know in the comments section below!
For complete UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs. Miller" results, including blow-by-blow details of all the action, click here and here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller Fight Night Photos
Check out MMAWeekly.com's exclusive UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller Fight Night quick pics photo gallery by Jeff Cain.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC On FX Video: Dana White Talks Silva/Sonnen II, GSP Rehab, New Mecca Of MMA
Following UFC On FX, MMA Fighting reporter Ariel Helwani chatted with UFC President Dana White on a variety of topics including Jim Miller's title aspirations, the UFC On Fox changes, the rehab of Georges St. Pierre and more.
A few highlights:
White said he "couldn't be happier" with how things are going right now.
White wishes Melvin Guillard would "take things seriously".
White has a "100% guarantee" that if Sonnen wins, he will fight Middleweight Champion Anderson Silva this summer, likely in Brazil. Helwani asked White if a Bisping win might make him reconsider moving a Silva/Bisping battle to England.
White said that Brazil has surpassed Canada as the "new mecca of mixed martial arts."
He talked about why Phil Davis isn't necessarily the No. 1 contender to Jon Jones if he defeats Rashad Evans and who would get the shot if Evans wins but gets hurt.
White discussed UFC Primetime: Nick Diaz vs. Carlos Condit and the "intriguing, mysterious" character that is Diaz.
White gave an update on St. Pierre's incredible rehab and his "hate" for Diaz.
He talked about his frustrations with coverage about the Montreal situation, including a bizarre comment about the event in Atlanta not being guaranteed either.
Watch the 10-minute video after the jump.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller Attendance and Gate
The Ultimate Fighting Championship returned to Nashville on Friday for the first time since UFC Fight Night 18 in 2009.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1 results recap from last night for 'Guillard vs Miller' in Nashville on Jan. 20
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) last night (Jan. 20, 2012) tied a ribbon around its television debut on the FX channel, staging an entertaining mixed martial arts (MMA) event from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
It didn't have the same feel and flavor as the "Fight Night" specials that aired on Spike TV due in large part to the production, as well as the the two men in the broadcast booth, Jon Anik and Kenny Florian, taking over the traditional duties for Mike Goldberg and Joe Rogan.
Nonetheless, several fighters who competed on the televised main card, as well as several more who participated on the FUEL TV "Prelims" under card, turned in exciting performances. Naturally, some of them also disappointed in a major way, chief among them, was none other than Melvin Guillard.
What's left to say about the "Young Assassin" other than he still has yet to learn that those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it. That's a valuable lesson in a sport so unforgiving: If you don't plug up the holes in your game, good fighters will continue to exploit them.
Jim Miller did just that in the main event, following in the footsteps of Joe Lauzon, Nate Diaz, Rich Clementi, Joe Stevenson and Josh Neer, among others, choking Guillard into submission in little more than two minutes of the opening round.
As usual, Guillard was explosive, landing powerful punches and looking to land flying knees to the face of the wrestling-minded New Jersey workhorse. He actually caught Miller with a punch that sent him to the floor, which is a rare sight inside the Octagon. He even showed restraint, refusing to turn up the heat and go for the swarming finish.
That's a lesson he likely learned from the loss to Lauzon; however, it could have also cost him this fight, too.
Miller -- knocked down, but not out -- eventually recovered, took Guillard to the ground and sunk in a fight-ending rear naked choke. It has really become that academic: Get Guillard down, work for submissions, win.
It's also become quite pathetic.
Guillard has had the same problem for years. He's been with one of the best gyms in MMA, Jackson-WinkleJohn, and trained with several of the best fighters in the business. He even relocated his camp to South Florida to train alongside the "Blackzilians."
Still, nothing.
He simply doesn't get Brazilian jiu-jitsu. And as a result, Guillard simply will never be the champion that he promises to one day become. Those opportunities are saved for guys like Miller, who probably doesn't have an ounce of the athleticism and power of a talent like Guillard.
On the contrary, he's got heart, toughness and an unparalleled work ethic to be as well rounded as possible. As a result, he's probably one big win away from challenging for a lightweight championship.
Nate Diaz next, please.
Duane Ludwig was eager to demonstrate that his superior technical striking could outshine the in your face, scrappy kind of fight for which Josh Neer is known to deliver. For two minutes, he was well on his way toward achieving that objective, peppering "The Dentist" with wicked body shots and clean punches to the face.
However, Neer was undeterred -- he just kept coming forward. He soon realized though that slugging it out with "Bang" -- a Muay Thai fighter -- just wasn't a bright idea and quickly switched up the gameplan. He landed a takedown and began to test Ludwig's submission game.
It failed. Terribly and quickly.
Neer slid in a guillotine choke and seconds later Ludwig was asleep on the mat.
That's now two straight wins for Neer inside the Octagon and six straight since Aug. 2010. Perhaps more impressive is that he's finished every one of those fights in two rounds or less. Believe it or not, the Miletich-trained fighter isn't even 30 years old yet despite seemingly being around forever.
Perhaps he's finally arrived.
Mike Easton has certainly arrived, picking up his second straight win with the promotion with a majority decision win over Jared Papazian.
"The Hulk" and "The Jackhammer" duked it out rock 'em, sock 'em robot style for much of their 15-minute bantamweight brawl. The pair set a blistering pace from the outset and didn't really stray from it for all that long, if at all, during three rounds of non stop action.
Papazian, on paper, had the edge on the feet, while Easton -- a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt -- was the fighter with the better ground game. For whatever reason, Easton was content to stand and trade rather than leverage his biggest strength.
He got the win, which is most important, but he certainly didn't make it easy on himself. Easton is certainly a 135-pound fighter to watch in 2012. However, even if he squirts to the top of the division, he'd be forced to fight his training partner, Dominick Cruz, for the division championship.
That's putting the cart way before the horse, but certainly an interesting storyline worth monitoring as 2012 plays out.
Submission defense -- Pat Barry has it!
Coming off back-to-back losses, "HD" had to turn in a high definition performance against Christian Morecraftif he wanted to keep his job. He did it, but it was certainly not without another, "Here we go again" kind of moment.
Barry, a former K-1 kickboxer, has had his fair share of big guys exploiting his green ground game. Morecraft, who was eight inches taller, unsurprisingly, tried to do the same, taking the fight to the ground and attempting a rear naked choke, which he then transitioned into an armbar.
It looked like, once again, Barry was toast. But then it happened: He turned out of the submission and escaped, showing a much better understanding of how to survive when horizontal. Shortly thereafter, he landed a huge left hook, which he followed up with three head bouncers on his fallen opponent, to go home with a monstrous knockout win.
Hope you took some notes, Melvin.
That's enough from us. Now it's your turn to discuss UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs. Miller" in the comments section below.
Is Jim Miller the next 155-pound number one contender? Is Melvin Guillard ever going to get it right? Is Pat Barry heavyweight material? Is Josh Neer well-rounded enough to make a run to the top of the welterweight division in 2012?
Let's hear it, Maniacs.
Be sure to also check out our complete UFC on FX 1 blow-by-blow coverage of the entire "Guillard vs. Miller" event right here.
While you're at it, check out our fight-by-fight recaps and immediate reactions for the UFC on FX 1 action:
Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
UFC on FX 1 results: Jim Miller submits Melvin Guillard in main event
Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer
UFC on FX 1 results: Josh Neer submits Duane Ludwig
Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian
UFC on FX 1 results: Mike Easton earns majority decision win over Jared Papazian
Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
UFC on FX 1 results: Pat Barry knocks out Christian Morecraft in the first round
Last, and certainly not least, check out our complete UFC on FX 1 results recap of the FUEL TV "Prelims" right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 1 Video: Pat Barry Not Cutting His Hair Until He Submits Somebody
Following his knockout win at UFC on FX 1, Pat Barry reveals that his new haircut may soon look like Clay Guida's because he's not cutting it until he submits someone.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1 Post-Fight Interviews: Jim Miller, Josh Neer & Pat Barry
UFC on FX 1 post-fight interviews with Jim Miller, Josh Neer and Pat Barry.
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Video: Highlights: UFC on FX 1
Video highlights from UFC on FX 1 via Fox Sports.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertMiller submits Guillard at UFC on FX 1
Jim Miller defeated Melvin Guillard on Friday night by rear naked choke in the first round of the main event of UFC on FX 1 in Nashville.
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Read the full article at sportsnet.caUFC on FX 1 Video: Jorge Rivera Completely Satisfied with Retirement Decision
Jorge Rivera talks about his decision to retire and his final fight against Eric Schafer.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyMiller Rights Ship, Survives Early Onslaught From Guillard
Jim Miller might have walked out of UFC on FX 1 with a victory, but it did not come easily.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX 1 bonuses and awards for 'Guillard vs Miller' in Nashville
UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs. Miller" from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, has officially wrapped, which means 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 $45,000 each.
The promotion dished out its standard post-fight monetary bonuses to four out of the 20 fighters on the card, and it's probably no surprise who's leaving "Music City" with a second sack of simoleons.
You didn't know who Nick Denis was before tonight but you most certainly should after those vicious standing hell-bows he dropped on Joseph Sandoval. This man literally stood next to his opponent, landed about four elbows straight to the dome and knocked a guy clean out.
If that ain't "Knockout of the Night," I don't know what is.
It was also fairly obvious who was taking home "Submission of the Night" honors after Jim Miller put Melvin Guillard in a vice grip and choked his $45K out of him in the main event of the evening. That's the second time in a row this has happened to "The Young Assassin," who also found himself tapping to Joe Lauzon back at UFC 136 in Oct. 2011.
Speaking of "J-Lau," he threw a little salt in the wound with this post-fight tweet: "Some people never learn... That looked familiar." Cold-blooded.
Finally, in a bit of a surprise, Pat Barry and Christian Morecraft were awarded "Fight of the Night" despite their fight ending via knockout inside the opening frame. "HD" escaped a few submission attempts before connecting with one of his meathooks but the Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian bantamweight battle was a far more spirited affair. It also went the distance.
But hey, what's $45 grand amongst friends?
Here are the special fight bonuses for UFC on FX 1:
Knockout of the Night -- Nick Denis
Submission of the Night -- Jim Miller
Fight of the Night -- Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
Again, each fighter received $45,000 extra for their performances in addition to their respective base salaries, which we will pass along as soon as possible.
For complete UFC on FX 1 results and blow-by-blow coverage of the main card action click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaImpressive Finishes Equal UFC on FX Fight Night Bonuses of $45,000
The UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller fighters gave officials several options to choose from for the company’s usual post-fight bonuses.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller Bonuses: Barry, Miller Pace $45,000 winners
Pat Barry got his first knockout in more than two years and it paid off with a $45,000 Fight of the Night bonus at UFC on FX in Nashville.
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Complete UFC on FX 1 Official UFC Statistics
Check out all the stats from UFC on FX 1:http://hosteddb.fightmetric.com/events/details/571
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Read the full article at Fight MetricUFC on FX 1 Results: Jim Miller Subs Melvin Guillard In First
Jim Miller was victorious in his UFC on FX 1 main event against Melvin Guillard with a first-round finish.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1 results: Jim Miller taps Melvin Guillard in opening round
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - As expected, Melvin Guillard looked quick and
powerful as he picked Jim Miller apart on the feet in the opening
minutes of their main-event contest.
But as has happened so many times before Guillard's grappling proved his
downfall, and a gritty - and somewhat woozy - Miller was able to latch
in a rear-naked choke and earn a first-round win.
The Miller win wrapped up the UFC's first-ever fight card on FX, UFC on
FX 1, which took place Friday night at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville,
Tenn.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 1 results: Jim Miller submits Melvin Guillard in main event
UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs. Miller," which went down tonight (Fri., Jan. 20, 2012) at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, featured a main event pitting two top lightweight contenders.
Jim Miller was one fight away from a title shot before a bout of mono and Ben Henderson took it from him just a few months ago. Ditto for Guillard, who fell at the hands of Joe Lauzon and his tight jiu-jitsu game.
So why not match them up and let them take out their aggression on each other?
That's what happened tonight. Guillard was his usual reckless self, coming out with flying knees, getting buck in the center of the cage. Miller stayed composed, though he did get rocked at one point and put in a bad spot.
His survival was never really in doubt, though, and neither was the rear-naked choke he locked in once he took Guillard's back late in the opening round. The tap was academic.
Guillard got reckless early, launching a few flying knees that failed to find their mark. But he kept up the attack and landed a left hand that put Miller down and had him looking woozy.
The New Jersey native recovered, though, thanks to Melvin employing a far more patient approach. Sure, he was still throwing crazy strikes but he was doing so while keeping himself steady and not rushing too much.
Unfortunately, Melvin gonna Melvin and he ended the fight with Miller on his back, choking him until he tapped. Flashy strikes are great and all but a well-rounded game wins again.
Guillard is in no danger of being cut but this marks two losses in a row to two men who have only sniffed a title shot within the division. Time to cut down or move up in weight?
We shall see.
As for Miller, who wants to play matchmaker? This win didn't earn him a title shot or anything but surely he's right back in the proverbial mix, right?
Be sure to hit up MMAmania.com's for up to the minute results and blow-by-blow coverage of the rest of the night's UFC on FX: "Guillard vs. Miller" action by clicking here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaPat Barry Ready For A Good Night’s Sleep After UFC on FX Win
Pat Barry says he can finally have a good night's sleep after a vicious knockout of Christian Morecraft at UFC on FX in Nashville.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 1 Results: Pat Barry Rebounds with Big KO Finish
With two consecutive losses, Pat Barry needed a win to keep his Octagon dream alive, and he did so at Firday's UFC on FX 1 in Nashville.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1 results: Easton edges Papazian in back-and-forth affair
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Bantamweights Mike Easton and Jared Papazian were
many MMA pundits' pre-fight picks for UFC on FX 1's "Fight of the
Night."
After 15 minutes in the cage, it was hard to argue that they didn't deliver.
Easton edged Papazian via majority decision in a back-and-forth slugfest
on the main card of Friday's fight card, which took place at
Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., and aired on FX.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 1 Results: Jorge Rivera Retires With TKO of Eric Schafer on Prelims
Jorge Rivera ended his MMA career on a high note on Saturday night, as the middleweight veteran retired after scoring a second-round TKO of Eric Schafer to cap off the UFC on FX 1 prelims on Fuel TV from Nashville, Tennessee.
Rivera finishes his career at 20-9 overall and 8-7 in the UFC after snapping a two-fight losing streak with the win.
Earlier on the preliminary card, Charlie Brenneman wrestled his way to a unanimous decision over Daniel Roberts and Fabricio Camoes scored his first UFC win with a first-round submission of Tommy Hayder, while three newcomers successfully made their Octagon debuts, as Khabib Nurmagomedov choked out WEC vet Kamal Shalorus, Daniel Pineda forced Pat Schilling to tap in the opening round, and Nick Denis stopped Joseph Sandoval with elbows in just 22-seconds.
The official UFC on FX 1 preliminary results were:
Jorge Rivera def. Eric Schafer via TKO (punches) – Round 2, 1:31
Khabib Nurmagomedov def. Kamal Shalorus via submission (rear naked choke) – Round 3, 2:08
Charlie Brenneman def. Daniel Roberts via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
Fabricio Camoes def. Tommy Hayden via submission (rear naked choke) – Round 1, 4:03
Daniel Pineda def. Pat Schilling via submission (rear naked choke) – Round 1, 1:37
Nick Denis def. Joseph Sandoval via KO (elbows) – Round 1, 0:22
For complete UFC on FX 1 coverage stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller Main Card Live Blog
HeavyMMA is on the scene in Nashville for UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller. Get live main card coverage at HeavyMMA starting at 9 p.m. Eastern.
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Read the full article at RedditRivera to Retire after UFC on FX Bout with ‘Red’ Schafer
Jorge Rivera’s in-cage appearance at UFC on FX 1 will be his last, according to the veteran middleweight.
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Read the full article at SherdogJorge Rivera To Retire After Tonight's UFC On FX Fight
Jorge Rivera is a long time veteran of mixed martial arts with his first pro fight coming all the way back in 2001. He made his UFC debut at UFC 44 way back in 2003 and has fought at least once on the world's biggest stage every year since. Tonight Rivera fights Eric Schafer in the featured prelim of UFC on FX.
It was announced at the start of the Fuel prelim broadcast that he would be hanging up the gloves after this fight, bringing to an end his 10 year run of fights in the UFC and closing out his career with 28 fights.
Win or lose, Rivera has given plenty of great action in his career and will be remembered very fondly for his fan friendly style of putting on entertaining brawls every time he steps into the cage.
We'll see if Rivera will be able to go out on a win against Schafer in just a few short hours.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller Real Time Results
Two of the lightweight division’s brightest talents are set to collide tonight in Nashville when Jim Miller and Melvin Guillard meet up in the main event at UFC on FX, a show marking the organization’s debut on the popular FOX affiliate. Miller and Guillard were both a win away from earning a title-shot before slipping up in their previous bouts meaning the stakes are higher than normal given the prospect of facing a potential two-fight skid.
Other match-ups worth noting include Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer, Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, and Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer.
Check Out this Preview of the Headliner Between Guillard-Miller
As always Fighters.com will be tuned in throughout and delivering live results back to readers as they unfold from the arena. The night’s preliminary action starts at 6:00 PM EST on Fuel TV and then switches over to FX at 9:00 when the main card gets going.
Read below and find out of your favorite fighter fared:
Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval
Daniel Pineda vs. Pat Schilling
Fabricio Camoes vs. Tom Hayden
Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts
Kamal Shalorus vs. Habib Nurmagomedov
Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer
Christian Morecraft vs. Pat Barry
Jared Papazian vs. Mike Easton
Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer
Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
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Read the full article at Fighters.comUFC on FX Live Blog: Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller Updates
Filed under: UFCThis is the UFC on FX live blog for Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller, the main event of tonight's fight card from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.
Guillard (29-9-2) had a five-fight UFC win streak snapped last October against Joe Lauzon at UFC 136. Miller (20-3) had a seven-fight UFC win streak end when he lost to Ben Henderson last August at UFC on Versus.
The live blog is below.
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Dana White is set to speak on the telecast. Guillard vs. Miller will follow ...
Round 1:
Round 2:
Round 3:
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC on FX 1 Live Results and Coverage
For the first time ever, UFC goes live on FX with a fight card that is sure to deliver fireworks. Coming to us live from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, it’s UFC on FX 1. As always, FiveOuncesOfPain.com will provide complete results including a round by round of all the in ring action. Even better, we will have a live presence in the venue on media row for the first time in the site’s history!
Things kick off at 6PM EST on FuelTV with the preliminary card and then the main card goes live on FX at 9PM EST.
The inaugural UFC event on FX is headlined by top lightweight contenders Jim Miller and Melvin Guillard, both of whom are looking to get back to their winning ways after stumbling in their last bouts. In the co-main event, welterweight scrappers Duane Ludwig and Josh Neer do battle Plus, in the heavyweight division, Pat Barry takes on Christian Morecraft.
PRELIMINARY CARD (FuelTV)
Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval
Daniel Pineda vs. Pat Schilling
Fabricio Camoes vs. Tom Hayden
Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts
Kamal Shalorus vs. Habib Nurmagomedov
Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer
MAIN CARD (FX)
Christian Morecraft vs. Pat Barry
Jared Papazian vs. Mike Easton
Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer
Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
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Read the full article at Five Ounces of PainUFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller Preliminary Card Live Blog
HeavyMMA is on the scene in Nashville for UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller. Get live preliminary card coverage at HeavyMMA starting at 6 p.m. Eastern.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC On FX: Guillard Vs. Miller - Live Results And Play-By-Play For Main Card
As with every major show, Bloody Elbow will be here to bring you live results, play by play and commentary for UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller. Our live coverage will start with the Fuel TV prelim broadcast (6 p.m. ET) and through the FX main card broadcast (9 p.m. ET) so make sure to make Bloody Elbow your home for this event.
This post will cover live results and thoughts for the main card on FX.
In the evening's main event, Melvin Guillard meets Jim Miller in a lightweight battle. Holder of the UFC's fastest knockout, Duane Ludwig, faces Josh Neer in a welterweight scrap. Bantamweights Mike Easton and Jared Papazian will meet on the FX broadcast. Opening up the main card action will be a heavyweight fight featuring Pat Barry and Christian Morecraft.
Make sure to come back during the event and share your thoughts as the event goes down.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowCharlie Brenneman Expects to Push Pace vs. Roberts at UFC on FX
His loss to Anthony Johnson behind him, Charlie Brenneman says he is hoping to get back in the win column in a big way against Daniel Roberts at UFC on FX.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX Live Blog: Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft Updates
Filed under: UFCThis is the UFC on FX live blog for Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, a heavyweight bout on tonight's main card from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.
Barry (6-4) went one for three in 2011, beating Joey Beltran before losing to Cheick Kongo and Stefan Struve. Morecraft is coming off a KO loss to Matt Mitrione at UFC on Versus in June 2011.
The live blog is below.
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Barry and Morecraft will kick off the UFC on FX main card.
Round 1:
Round 2:
Round 3:
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC On FX: Guillard Vs. Miller - Live Results And Play-By-Play For Fuel Undercard
As with every major show, Bloody Elbow will be here to bring you live results, play by play and commentary for UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller. Our live coverage will start with the Fuel TV prelim broadcast (6 p.m. ET) and through the FX main card broadcast (9 p.m. ET) so make sure to make Bloody Elbow your home for this event.
This post will cover live results and thoughts for the undercard on Fuel.
In the main bout of the undercard, Jorge Rivera and Eric Schafer will meet in a middleweight bout with both men looking to get back in the win column. Kamal Shalorus meets the debuting Habib Nurmagomedov in a lightweight bout. Charlie Brenneman looks to bounce back from a loss in his last bout when he faces Daniel Roberts. Lightweights Fabricio Camoes and Tom Hayden also meet on the undercard. The broadcast is rounded out with a featherweight bout between Daniel Pineda and Pat Schilling as well as a bantamweight fight featuring Joseph Sandoval and Nick Denis.
Make sure to come back during the event and share your thoughts as the event goes down.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowMelvin Guillard UFC on FX Weight Cut
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Read the full article at RedditUFC on FX 1 Results & Recap
UFC on FX 1 takes place later tonight at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. The event airs live on FX at 9pm ET/6pm PT. The FX broadcast will be preceded by a prelim special on FUEL TV at 6pm ET/3pm PT.
In the main event, Jim Miller and Melvin Guillard meet for a chance to get back in the lightweight title picture.
Duane “Bang” Ludwig takes on Josh Neer in a welterweight bout.
Pat Barry looks to end a two-fight losing streak against Christian Morecraft.
Mike Easton takes on Jared Papazian in a bantamweight match-up.
Results, recap and bonuses after the jump.
Results
Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard
Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer
Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian
Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer
Kamal Shalorus vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov
Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts
Fabricio Camoes vs. Tommy Hayden
Daniel Pineda vs. Pat Schilling
Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval
Recap & Thoughts
Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft:
Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian:
Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer:
Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard:
Bonuses $???
Submission of the Night:
Knockout of the Night:
Fight of the Night:
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC on FX Primer: Melvin Guillard Vs. Jim Miller
In the main event of the night at the inaugural UFC on FX card, you've got two lightweights that had long win streaks snapped in their last bout. Both were definitely in title contention until those respective losses, and both of them desperately need a win here to maintain their place in the top tier of the division. Melvin Guillard (29-9-2, 1 NC, 10-5 UFC) meets Jim Miller (20-3, 9-2 UFC) in a three round bout.
Miller currently sits in the 7 spot at lightweight in the USA Today/BE Consensus Rankings, while Guillard is at number 15. Miller is very likely to move back into the top 5 with a win, while Guillard will be looking to move back into the top 10 with a victory (he has been as high as number 8 in the past). This lightweight UFC on FX fight will be the main event of the night, and will be aired live on...where else? FX. The broadcast begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT.
How do these two stack up?
Guillard: 28 years old | 5'9" | 71" reachMiller: 28 years old | 5'8 | 71" reach
What have these two done recently?
Guillard: L - Joe Lauzon (SUB) | W - Shane Roller (KO) | W - Evan Dunham (TKO) Miller: L - Ben Henderson (UD) | W - Kamal Shalorus (TKO) | W - Charles Oliveira (SUB)
How did these two get here?
Melvin "The Young Assassin" Guillard has been around the UFC for a long time, and it looked like he was finally getting his act together and was working towards the top of the division for a while. A move to Greg Jackson's camp seemed to calm him down and help him reign in his somewhat-shaky mental game, and he was able to win a bunch of fights in a row. He was a big favorite in his last bout at UFC 136 against Joe Lauzon, and split time between Jackson's camp and Victory Athletics in Florida while preparing. Unfortunately for Melvin, he was caught by a big shot early and quickly submitted by Lauzon, and now he badly needs a win over Miller to maintain any sort of grasp on a possible future title shot.
Jim Miller is one half of the beastly Miller brothers, along with his middleweight brother Dan. He entered the UFC in late 2008 with just one blemish on his record, a loss to current UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar. He quietly went 9-1 in his first 10 UFC bouts (his only loss coming to Gray Maynard), and picked up two submission of the night bonuses along the way. His seven-fight win streak earned him a bout with former WEC lightweight champ Ben Henderson at UFC on Versus 5, and a likely title shot if he was able to get the W. Henderson threw a wrench in that with a gutsy unanimous decision victory though, and Miller now needs a win over Guillard to stay at the front of the line when it comes to lightweight contenders.
Why should you care?
This is an intriguing style matchup and both guys always bring it when they're inside the octagon. Whether it goes 30 seconds or 15 minutes, it's going to be exciting.
You can catch more UFC on FX preview content from Bloody Elbow after the jump.
SBN coverage of UFCon FX: Guillard vs. Miller
UFC on FX: Miller vs. Guillard And The UFC Lightweight Title Picture - Fraser Coffeen
UFC On FX: Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX: Duane Ludwig Vs. Josh Neer Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC on FX: Mike Easton Vs. Jared Papazian Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX: Is Pat Barry Fighting For His Job? - Fraser Coffeen
UFC On FX 1 Weigh-In Results - Guillard 156, Miller 155 - Tim Burke
UFC On FX: Guillard Vs. Miller Staff Predictions - Bloody Elbow
UFC On FX: Jim Miller Discusses Kidney Infection That Hurt Him Against Ben Henderson - Kid Nate
UFC On FX: Pat Barry Says Ground Game Has Experienced 'Tremendous Growth' - Brent Brookhouse
UFC On FX: Pat Barry Vs. Christian Morecraft Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC On FX: Fuel TV Preliminary Card Dissection - Dallas Winston
UFC on FX 1 Betting Lines - Tim Burke
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowHow to watch UFC on FX tonight (Jan. 20) for 'Guillard vs Miller' live video stream/TV details
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) will once again air an entire fight card TONIGHT (Jan. 20, 2012), this time with UFC on FX: "Guillard vs. Miller," which will begin around 6 p.m. ET with the bantamweight fight between Nick Denis and Joseph Sandoval that will air LIVE on FUEL TV, tonight's home for the entire UFC on FX preliminary card.
Following the FUEL TV "Prelims," fans can switch over to the FX network for the main card, headlined by a lightweight contendership fight between Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller.
UFC on FX begins promptly at 9 p.m. ET.
You can call up your local cable and/or satellite provider or visit them online to find out which channel you should be tuning in to for tonight's mixed martial arts (MMA) extravaganza.
However, if you need your UFC on FX results as soon as possible, and don't have a provider that carries one or both networks, MMAmania.com will deliver up-to-the-minute results and live fight coverage, including round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of all the UFC on FX action before, during and after the event RIGHT HERE.
More details on the UFC on FX fight card and line-up, as well as a list of stations for International fight fans, after the jump:
Main Event:
155 lbs.: Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
Main Card (FX Channel):
155 lbs.: Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer135 lbs.: Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian265 lbs.: Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
Preliminary Card (FUEL TV):
185 lbs.: Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer155 lbs.: Habib Nurmagomedov vs. Kamal Shalorus170 lbs.: Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts155 lbs.: Fabricio Camoes vs. Tom Hayden145 lbs.: Daniel Pineda vs. Pat Schilling135 lbs.: Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval
Televised options for International fight fans:
Sportsnet One (Canada)FOX Deportes (United States/Latin America in Espanol)SKY Sport 2 (New Zealand)ONE HD (Australia)Balls (Philippines)ESPN UK (United Kingdom)SKY Italia (Italy)OSN (United Arab Emirates)CANAL + Sport (Sweden, Denmark and Norway)MTV3 (Finland)
Remember, too, that our round-by-round results of the under card fights on FUEL TV will begin to flow around 6 p.m. ET later this evening and run right on through to our main card FX coverage, which is set to start at 9 p.m. ET!
For more on UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs Miller" be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC On FX's Mike Easton: 'My Job Is To Demolish Whoever They Put In Front Of Me'
UFC bantamweight Mike Easton will face Jared Papazian on the main card of tonight's UFC on FX. MMA Nation's Luke Thomas spoke with Easton before the fight.
Easton and Luke cover a range of topics including:
U.S. judo Olympian Rhadi Ferguson helping with strength and conditioning for all of his UFC camps.
Spending his entire camp in Camp Springs, Maryland and not at Alliance Gym in San Diego. However, Brandon Vera did fly over to help.
Why training on the East Coast grittiness is better for fight camp training.
Just how different the 'UFC experience' is from previous fight experiences.
Using Dominick Cruz's footwork in the first round of his fight at UFC on Versus 6 against Byron Bloodworth to get his feet 'under him' after a two-year layoff.
Not worried about having a camp around one fighter throughout the entire process.
What he knows about his opponent Papazian.
A health update on UFC bantamweight Dominick Cruz and whether Easton will have a role on the next season of 'The Ultimate Fighter'
It's interesting that Easton is getting to fight live on FX in only his second fight with the UFC. Washington, D.C. area fans have known for a long time that this kid is potent, powerful and packs a lot of excitement in his fights. Will national fans will get to see him show his stuff against Papazian or will the late-replacement opponent spoil Easton's coming out party?
The full audio interview is after the jump.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowUFC on FX Results: Guillard vs. Miller
Filed under: UFC, ResultsMMA Fighting has UFC on FX results for all of the Jan. 20 UFC on FX fights, plus live blogs of all the fights and live UFC on FX twitter updates.
In the main event, Melvin Guillard will square off against Jim Miller in an anticipated lightweight clash. Also, Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer and Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft round out the televised card.
Check out the full results below.
Main Card
Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller (live blog)
Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer (live blog)
Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian (live blog)
Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft (live blog)
Undercard
Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer (live blog)
Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts (live blog)
Kamal Shalorus vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov (live blog)
Fabricio Camoes def. Tommy Hayden via first-round submission (RNC) (live blog)
Daniel Pineda def. Pat Schilling via first-round submission (RNC) (live blog)
Nick Denis def. Joseph Sandoval via first-round KO (live blog)
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseFriday Link Club: Gina Carano Compares Sex & Fighting, UFC on FX 1 Preview
Gina Carano explains the connection between sex and fighting on Conan
Seven Ways of Looking at the UFC on FX | MMA Fighting
Jim Miller: I Didn’t Perform My Best Against Ben Henderson | FightLine
Melvin Guillard: I’m Still One of the Best Lightweights | 5thRound
Big Bang: Duane Ludwig talks UFC on FX 1 | MMA Mania
Pat Barry: “I’m expecting Mike Tyson every time I step into the Octagon.” | Five Ounces of Pain
Prince of Persia: Kamal Shalorus talks UFC on FX 1 | LowKick
ESPN’s John Barr on UFC pay report blowback: “It’s not our charge to do your public relations” | Fight Opinion
Hot Potatoes: Arianny Celeste and Chandella Powell Work Up a Sweat for ‘Paparazzo’ | Cage Potato
Vitor Belfort Spent $100,000 on Trainers in Preparation for UFC 142 | Bleacher Report
Let’s not forget Tim Kennedy nearly sliced his toe off this week | MiddleEasy
HDNet to be Rebranded as AXS TV | MMA Payout
First look at “UFC Undisputed 3″ Video Game – Videos & Photos Dump
| TheFightNerd
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertWin or lose, UFC on FX 1's Jorge Rivera set to retire
Jorge Rivera has decided to call it a career after
his fight with Eric Schafer tonight on UFC on FX
1.
The veteran announced the news today on MMAjunkie.com Radio. Rivera has often flirted with the idea but made up his mind recently.
"It's time to go," Rivera said. "I'm starting to feel like that old man in the club
trying to pick up chicks. It gets a little creepy after a while."
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieDana White’s UFC on FX 1 Video Blog
In his video blog for the first ever UFC on FX fight night event, UFC president Dana White takes us behind the scenes of a busy week.
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UFC on FX 1 card: Jim Miller nearly 2-to-1 favorite at sportsbooks over Melvin Guillard
A look at a very busy January fight schedule for the UFC.
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Read the full article at Fight OpinionUFC on FX Undercard Live Blog: Rivera vs. Schafer, Breenman vs. Roberts, More
Filed under: UFCThis is the UFC on FX live blog for all the preliminary bouts televised on FUEL in support of tonight's FX card from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.
The six undercard bouts are Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer, Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Kamal Shalorus, Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts, Fabricio Camoes vs. Tommy Hayden, Daniel Pineda vs. Pat Schilling and Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval.
The live blog is below.
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Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval
Round 1:
Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer
Round 1:
Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Kamal Shalorus
Round 1:
Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts
Round 1:
Fabricio Camoes vs. Tommy Hayden
Round 1:
Daniel Pineda vs. Pat Schilling
Round 1:
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC on FX 1 results live stream and play-by-play TONIGHT (Jan. 20) for 'Guillard vs Miller'
Click the banner above or right here for up-to-the-minute results and blow-by-blow coverage of UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs. Miller."
Round-by-round results of the "Prelims" fights on FUEL TV will begin to flow around 6 p.m. ET tonight (Jan. 20, 2012) and run right on through to our main card FX coverage, which is set to start at 9 p.m. ET!
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 FX 1 results post and not this one. Comments in this thread are turned off.
Enjoy the show, Maniacs!
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaWatch Friday’s UFC on FX 1 Post-Fight Press Conference on MMAWeekly.com
Watch the Friday, Jan. 20, UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller post-fight press conference live on MMAWeekly.com, shortly after the main event's conclusion.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyDana White drops new video blog for UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller
Dana White has made it his commitment to keep showing MMA fans the behind-the-scenes action at all the UFC events. In that vein, the UFC President has released the first video blog for UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller, a show taking place tonight from Nashville, Tennessee. In the evening’s main event Melvin Guillard takes on Jim Miller.
The vlog features talk of the upcoming “UFC Primetime” special for UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit, the change in fights at UFC on FOX 2, and a visit to The Ultimate Fighter training center for Season 15.
“Believe me, I guarantee you (UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller) is going to be exciting,” White said. “We have had absolute wars this year and we are going to keep it rolling on FX.”
Check out the video of White’s first vlog for tonight’s UFC on FX event below:
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Read the full article at Five Ounces of PainDana White UFC on FX Video Blog (Part 1)
UFC President Dana White kicks off his UFC on FX video blog with a breakdown of all of tonight's action, including where fans can watch both the preliminary and main card fights. White also brings viewers behind the scenes as he reshuffles the UFC on Fox 2 line-up, drops by the new and improved TUF headquarters, and attends the official UFC on FX fighter weigh-ins.
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Read the full article at Low KickUFC on FX 1 Video Blog with Dana White
UFC President Dana White has delivered a video blog for tonight’s UFC on FX 1 event detailing his week leading up to the event, including booking Chael Sonnen vs. Michael Bisping for UFC on Fox 2, discussing UFC Primetime for Nick Diaz vs. Carlos Condit, and UFC on FX 1 predictions from TUF 15 coaches Urijah Faber and Dominick Cruz.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyDana White UFC on FX vlog
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Read the full article at RedditUFC on FX 1 Results for “Guillard vs. Miller”
UFC on FX 1 takes place tonight in Nashville, Tennessee, where lightweight contenders Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller will clash in the card’s main event.
MMAFrenzy.com will have live results for UFC on FX 1 starting at 6pm ET for the preliminary card, which airs on Fuel TV, and 9pm ET for the main card on FX.
Live UFC on FX 1 Results
MAIN CARD
Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer
Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian
Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
PRELIMINARY CARD
Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer
Kamal Shalorus vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov
Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts
Fabricio Camoes vs. Tommy Hayden
Daniel Pineda vs. Pat Schilling
Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyDana White video blog for UFC on FX (Episode 1)
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) President Dana White releases a last-minute video blog in advance of tonight's (Jan. 20) UFC on FX: "Guillard vs. Miller" cable network event, featuring lightweight standouts Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller battle in the night's main event for a spot in the division's crowded 155-pound title chase.
White quicly goes over the five W's for watching tonight's broadcast before switching over to a few housekeeping items, most notable the UFC "Primtetime" special for UFC 143, featuring the welterweight Interim title fight between Nick Diaz and Carlos Condit.
He also pays a visit to the set of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 15, coached by 135-pound division rivals Dominick Cruz and Urijah Faber, who also spend some thime with the boss to give their UFC on FX predictions.
Last but not least, footage of the "Guillard vs. Miller" weigh ins is show from Dana's perspective. Check out the video above then get up to speed on all the UFC on FX news and notes by clicking here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC Fantasy: Breaking down UFC on FX
Melvin Guillard looks to get back on the winning track against fellow lightweight Jim Miller in the main event at UFC on FX.
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Read the full article at sportsnet.caHeading into UFC on FX 1, Charlie Brenneman Has All Eyes Forward
Charlie Brenneman has all eyes forward as he heads into his UFC on FX 1 showdown with Daniel Roberts.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyJim Miller Hopes Win over Guillard at UFC on FX Puts Him in Contention
Jim Miller had his seven-fight winning streak snapped last August. But he hopes a win over Melvin Guillard at UFC on FX in Nashville puts him right back at the top of the heap.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 1 play by play and live results
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - MMAjunkie.com is on scene and reporting live from tonight's UFC on FX 1 event.
The event, which features a lightweight headliner between Melvin
Guillard and Jim Miller, takes place at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville,
Tenn. FUEL TV carries the prelims, and the main card airs on FX.
Follow along with our round-by-round updates and official results
beginning at approximately 6 p.m. ET (5 p.m. CT local time) for
the preliminary card and 9 p.m. ET for the main card.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 1 discussion thread
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - MMAjunkie.com is on scene and reporting live from tonight's UFC on FX 1 event at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.
Be sure to follow along with the latest card updates in UFC on FX 1 live-results post, and then discuss the event in the comments section below.
Round-by-round updates and official results begin at approximately 6 p.m. ET (5 p.m. CT local time) for the preliminary card and 9 p.m. ET for the main card.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieWeigh-in Video: UFC on FX 1
Thursday's UFC on FX weigh-ins can be viewed here.
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Read the full article at SherdogKyle Noke Faces Andrew Craig at UFC on FX 2 with Jared Hamman Injured
Kyle Noke has a new opponent for UFC on FX 2 in his home country of Australia, as undefeated newcomer Andrew Craig has replaced injured middleweight Jared Hamman against Noke on the March 3 card in Sydney, the UFC announced Thursday.
UFC on FX 2, which airs live in the U.S. on Friday, March 2 on FX (main card) and Fuel TV (prelims), is headlined by welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann and flyweight semifinals featuring Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Kyle Noke (via UFC.com)
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 1 weigh-in photos: An MMAjunkie.com image gallery
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - MMAjunkie.com was on scene for today's UFC on FX 1 weigh-ins, where we captured images of all 20 competitors.
Today's festivities took place at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., which also hosts Friday FX- and FUEL TV-televised event.
Check out images of all the competitors, including lightweight headliners Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller Weigh-in Photos
MMAWeekly.com's exclusive UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller photo gallery by photographer Jeff Cain.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller Weigh-in Photos
MMAWeekly.com's exclusive UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller photo gallery by photographer Jeff Cain.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1 weigh in photos gallery for 'Guillard vs. Miller' in Nashville
UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs. Miller" is all set to pop off tomorrow night (Fri., Jan. 20, 2012) from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
The FX broadcasted event features a lightweight lowdown pitting former top division contenders looking to crawl back up the ladder as Melvin Guillard takes on Jim Miller.
Also on tap is a heavyweight brouhaha pitting Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, a welterweight war with Duane Ludwig squaring off against Josh Neer and a bantamweight battle between Mike Easton and Jared Papazian.
Check out the photo gallery from today's UFC on FX 1 weigh in event (via CombatLifestyle.com) after the jump.
For complete UFC on FX 1 weigh in results click here, for UFC on FX 1 staredown pics click here, and for the UFC on FX 1 weigh in video click here.
Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer
Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian
Brittney Palmer in all her glory
Jon Anik as emcee for the first time at a UFC event
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaJared Hamman Hurt, Kyle Noke Gets New Opponent for UFC on FX 2
An injury has forced UFC middleweight Jared Hamman out of his bout with Kyle Noke at UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyJared Hamman Hurt, Kyle Noke Gets New Opponent for UFC on FX 2
An injury has forced UFC middleweight Jared Hamman out of his bout with Kyle Noke at UFC on FX 2: Alves vs. Kampmann.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1 Weigh-In Results, Pics & Video
The UFC on FX 1 weigh-ins took place this afternoon at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
Fabricio Camoes was the only fighter to miss weight, coming in a pound and a half heavy. He was given two hours to hit 156.
The weigh-in results:
Melvin Guillard (156) vs. Jim Miller (155)
Duane “Bang” Ludwig (170.5) vs. Josh Neer (171)
Mike Easton (135) vs. Jared Papazian (135.5)
Pat Barry (242) vs. Christian Morecraft (256)
Jorge Rivera (185.5) vs. Eric Schafer (185)
Khabib Nurmagomedov (155) vs. Kamal Shalorus (155.5)
Charlie Brenneman (170.5) vs. Daniel Roberts (170.5)
Fabricio Camoes (157.5) vs. Tommy Hayden (155.5)
Daniel Pineda (145) vs. Pat Schilling (145)
Nick Denis (135.5) vs. Joseph Sandoval (135)
Fighters in non-title fights are allowed to weigh in one pound over the weight class limit.
UFC on FX 1 will take place tomorrow, Jan. 20, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee and will air live on FX at 9pm ET/6pm PT.
Images via Dana White. Video via UFC.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC on FX 1 weigh-ins full video for 'Guillard vs Miller' in Nashville
UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs. Miller" weigh-in event went down today (Jan. 19, 2012) in Nashville, Tennessee, where all 20 competitors tipped the scale to make their respective bouts official for tomorrow night's (Jan. 20, 2011) event.
In the video above, the first fighter steps on the scale around the 10-minute mark.
UFC lightweight contender Melvin Guillard (156) needed to drop his drawers to make it down to the contracted limit to fight Jim Miller (155) in the main event of the evening but he did make weight to make tomorrow night's bout officially official.
For complete UFC on FX 1 weigh in results click here and for staredown pics click here.
Ready to rumble yet or what, Maniacs?
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaMelvin Guillard vs Jim Miller staredown pic from UFC on FX weigh ins
The UFC on FX weigh in extravaganza took place earlier today (Jan. 19, 2012) at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, in advance of the "Guillard vs. Miller" network-televised event taking place tomorrow night (Jan. 20) at the same location.
Lightweight contender Melvin Guillard will battle fellow division hopeful Jim Miller for the chance to fight the winner of Ben Henderson vs. Frankie Edgar at UFC 144 next month in Japan.
"The Young Assassin" had to drop his drawers to make the contractual limit of 156 whereas Miller was 155 on the button. A bunch of other people got weighed too, but you'll have to click here to see those results.
Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft after the jump.
MMAmania.com will provide LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the main card action on fight night (Fri., Jan. 20), which is slated to air at 9 p.m. ET on the FX Channel. The latest quick updates of the live action will begin to flow earlier than that around 6 p.m. ET with the preliminary bouts on FUEL TV.
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 on FX coverage you can handle.
For the latest "Guillard vs. Miller" news and notes check out our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 1 Quick Results
UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller quick results on Friday, Jan. 20, in Nashville, Tennessee. The main event features Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX Weigh-In Results and Video
A new era of MMA is set to be ushered in tomorrow night when the UFC debuts on FX, their first of what will be numerous shows on the FOX affiliate. The lineup is certainly one befitting of the occasion with a main event between top 155-pounders Jim Miller and Melvin Guillard, as well as a number of competitive bouts ripe with potential for fireworks such as Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer and Christian Morecraft vs. Pat Barry.
Before the evening’s stars can shine inside the Octagon they have to first succeed on the scale. As always, Five Ounces of Pain will be tuned in when the weigh-ins begin at 5:00 PM EST, reporting back with live results as they unfold from the stage in Nashville.
Also, as a reminder, our own Jeremy Lambert is on the ground in Tennessee and ready to cover things from the arena when the show fires up on Friday.
Check out video of the UFC on FX weigh-ins below:
Read below for a full list of UFC on FX weigh-in results:
Nick Denis ( lbs) vs. Joseph Sandoval ( lbs)
Daniel Pineda ( lbs) vs. Pat Schilling ( lbs)
Fabricio Camoes ( lbs) vs. Tom Hayden ( lbs)
Charlie Brenneman ( lbs) vs. Daniel Roberts ( lbs)
Kamal Shalorus ( lbs) vs. Habib Nurmagomedov ( lbs)
Jorge Rivera ( lbs) vs. Eric Schafer ( lbs)
Christian Morecraft ( lbs) vs. Pat Barry ( lbs)
Jared Papazian ( lbs) vs. Mike Easton ( lbs)
Duane Ludwig ( lbs) vs. Josh Neer ( lbs)
Melvin Guillard ( lbs) vs. Jim Miller ( lbs)
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Read the full article at Five Ounces of PainUFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller Weigh-in Results
UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller weigh-in results from Friday afternoon's festivities at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyKamal Shalorus: “I feel like a very sharp knife ready to slice through hot butter.”
Elite wrestlers occasionally earn a bad reputation in Mixed Martial Arts based on their inherent ability to put an opponent on his backside, blanketing him for the bulk of the bout to earn a decision win. In that regard UFC lightweight Kamal Shalorus has set himself apart throughout his career, opting to only use his Olympic caliber grappling skills when necessary while preferring to stand and strike. His all-out style earned him a reputation in WEC as one of the organization’s most entertaining competitors where he went 3-0-1 including a draw against Jamie Varner and win over Bart Palaszewski.
Shalorus will look to continue that trend when he faces unbeaten Russian Habib Nurmagomedov at UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller. While his UFC career didn’t start out as he hoped, falling to Jim Miller this past March, the “Prince of Persia” has used his time wisely and expects to unveil an evolved version of the fighter fans remember when the cage door closes on Friday night.
Check Out This Preview for UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller
“I am developing everyday as an athlete and fighter,” explained the 7-1-2 Shalorus in an exclusive interview with Fighters.com. “I am in a moment in my career where I plan on going back to my fundamentals. You will see a new and improved Kamal Shalorus. One that will continue to like to bang on his feet, but you will also see a lot higher caliber wrestling as well.”
In terms of the growth he’s referring to, Shalorus has since packed up camp from his former home-base in Austin, Texas and headed out West to refine his stand-up and put a whetstone to his already razor-sharp wrestling abilities.
“I relocated to Los Angeles and am now training at Dynamix MMA as well as Golden Boys Wrestling Club. I am working with Antoni Hardonk on my striking and bringing back my wrestling to my MMA game. His striking system compliments wrestling very well because of his transitions. Vladimir Matyushenko has improved a lot in his striking and it has mostly to do with the work he has done with Antoni.”
“I have a great strength & conditioning coach who has helped me with my nutrition, speed, and agility,” he continued. “Wrestling at Golden Boys is a blessing because there are so many internationally decorated wrestlers in my weight category to go with. I am in a moment where I feel like a very sharp knife ready to slice through hot butter.
While Shalorus stopped short of making any predictions on the outcome of his bout with Nurmagomedov, he certainly isn’t overlooking the 23-year old newcomer based on it being his UFC debut.
“Let’s see what will happen,” Shalorus began on the subject of their scrap. “I know he is a worthy opponent. You can not be in the UFC if you did not earn it. He has a great record. There is so much film on him that it has been easy for my coaches and me to study his patterns. The game plan will be shown on fight night. I can guarantee that the fans will be entertained our fight.”
“I am always motivated to fight anyone the UFC puts in front of me,” he concluded on Nurmagomedov, showing that the prospect of delivering the 16-0 prospect’s first career loss was not necessarily as big a factor as some may think.
However, one thing that will be on Shalorus’ mind tomorrow is the notion of being part of the UFC’s first live show on FX. While his bout is set to be broadcast as part of the preliminary portion of the event on Fuel TV, the show as a whole is still one with significance given the future relationship between the UFC/FOX and something he sees as a crown jewel in his career.
“It is very meaningful to be on the 1st FX show, most definitely,” said Shalorus. “It feels like we are apart of history. That goes without question. These are the kind of milestones that are memorable for me always.”
In closing, Shalorus assured fans of two things – his fight will be fun to watch and they shouldn’t expect to see him follow the lead of any lightweights who’ve decided to dip down a division.
“No, I am a big 155 pounder as it is,” Shalorus replied with a laugh. “We would need to cut my leg off for that.”
Catch Shalorus-Nurmagomedov during the Fuel TV festivities with the broadcast beginning at 6:00 PM EST. Things will then head over to FX at 9:00 PM EST with a card featuring Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig, Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, and headlining lightweights Melvin Guillard vs. the aforementioned Miller.
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Read the full article at Fighters.comKamal Shalorus: “I feel like a very sharp knife ready to slice through hot butter.”
Elite wrestlers occasionally earn a bad reputation in Mixed Martial Arts based on their inherent ability to put an opponent on his backside, blanketing him for the bulk of the bout to earn a decision win. In that regard UFC lightweight Kamal Shalorus has set himself apart throughout his career, opting to only use his Olympic caliber grappling skills when necessary while preferring to stand and strike. His all-out style earned him a reputation in WEC as one of the organization’s most entertaining competitors where he went 3-0-1 including a draw against Jamie Varner and win over Bart Palaszewski.
Shalorus will look to continue that trend when he faces unbeaten Russian Habib Nurmagomedov at UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller. While his UFC career didn’t start out as he hoped, falling to Jim Miller this past March, the “Prince of Persia” has used his time wisely and expects to unveil an evolved version of the fighter fans remember when the cage door closes on Friday night.
Check Out This Preview for UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller
“I am developing everyday as an athlete and fighter,” explained the 7-1-2 Shalorus in an exclusive interview with Fighters.com. “I am in a moment in my career where I plan on going back to my fundamentals. You will see a new and improved Kamal Shalorus. One that will continue to like to bang on his feet, but you will also see a lot higher caliber wrestling as well.”
In terms of the growth he’s referring to, Shalorus has since packed up camp from his former home-base in Austin, Texas and headed out West to refine his stand-up and put a whetstone to his already razor-sharp wrestling abilities.
“I relocated to Los Angeles and am now training at Dynamix MMA as well as Golden Boys Wrestling Club. I am working with Antoni Hardonk on my striking and bringing back my wrestling to my MMA game. His striking system compliments wrestling very well because of his transitions. Vladimir Matyushenko has improved a lot in his striking and it has mostly to do with the work he has done with Antoni.”
“I have a great strength & conditioning coach who has helped me with my nutrition, speed, and agility,” he continued. “Wrestling at Golden Boys is a blessing because there are so many internationally decorated wrestlers in my weight category to go with. I am in a moment where I feel like a very sharp knife ready to slice through hot butter.
While Shalorus stopped short of making any predictions on the outcome of his bout with Nurmagomedov, he certainly isn’t overlooking the 23-year old newcomer based on it being his UFC debut.
“Let’s see what will happen,” Shalorus began on the subject of their scrap. “I know he is a worthy opponent. You can not be in the UFC if you did not earn it. He has a great record. There is so much film on him that it has been easy for my coaches and me to study his patterns. The game plan will be shown on fight night. I can guarantee that the fans will be entertained our fight.”
“I am always motivated to fight anyone the UFC puts in front of me,” he concluded on Nurmagomedov, showing that the prospect of delivering the 16-0 prospect’s first career loss was not necessarily as big a factor as some may think.
However, one thing that will be on Shalorus’ mind tomorrow is the notion of being part of the UFC’s first live show on FX. While his bout is set to be broadcast as part of the preliminary portion of the event on Fuel TV, the show as a whole is still one with significance given the future relationship between the UFC/FOX and something he sees as a crown jewel in his career.
“It is very meaningful to be on the 1st FX show, most definitely,” said Shalorus. “It feels like we are apart of history. That goes without question. These are the kind of milestones that are memorable for me always.”
In closing, Shalorus assured fans of two things – his fight will be fun to watch and they shouldn’t expect to see him follow the lead of any lightweights who’ve decided to dip down a division.
“No, I am a big 155 pounder as it is,” Shalorus replied with a laugh. “We would need to cut my leg off for that.”
Catch Shalorus-Nurmagomedov during the Fuel TV festivities with the broadcast beginning at 6:00 PM EST. Things will then head over to FX at 9:00 PM EST with a card featuring Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig, Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, and headlining lightweights Melvin Guillard vs. the aforementioned Miller.
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Read the full article at Fighters.comGetting to know UFC on FX headliner Guillard
Get to know Melvin Guillard ahead of his UFC on FX 1 headlining fight against Jim Miller Friday on Sportsnet ONE.
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Read the full article at sportsnet.caUFC on FX 1
UFC on FX 1
Date: January 20, 2012
Venue: Bridgestone Arena
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
UFC on FX 1 play-by-play
Articles
Video
Main Bouts (on FX):
-Melvin Guillard (29-9-2) vs. Jim Miller (20-3; #8 Lightweight)†
-Duane Ludwig (21-11) vs. Josh Neer (32-10-1)
-Mike Easton (11-1) vs. Jared Papazian (14-6)
-Pat Barry (6-4) vs. Christian Morecraft (7-2)
Preliminary Bouts (on Fuel TV):
-Jorge Rivera (19-9) vs. Eric Schafer (12-6-2)
-Kamal Shalorus [...]
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1 Weigh-Ins Stream Live at 5pm ET
The UFC on FX 1 weigh-ins will stream live in the video player above at 5pm ET/2pm PT.
Weigh-in results will follow on a separate post.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertWatch Thursday’s UFC on FX 1 Weigh-in Live
Watch the Thursday, Jan. 19, UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller weigh-in live on MMAWeekly.com. The fighters are slated to step on the scale at approximately 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1 Weigh-In Results for “Guillard vs. Miller”
Weigh-ins for tomorrow’s UFC on FX 1 event take place today in Nashville, Tennessee and MMAFrenzy.com will have live weigh-in video and results at 5pm ET as headlinersMelvin Guillard, Jim Miller, and the rest of the card hit the scale to make their fights official.
The main card, which airs live on FX at 9pm ET, is filled out by Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer, Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian, and Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, while the preliminary card airs on Fuel TV starting at 6pm ET.
Live UFC on FX 1 weigh-in video and results are below:
MAIN CARD
Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer
Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian
Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
PRELIMINARY CARD
Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer
Kamal Shalorus vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov
Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts
Fabricio Camoes vs. Tommy Hayden
Daniel Pineda vs. Pat Schilling
Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX Weigh-In Video
Filed under: UFCAll 20 fighters taking part in UFC on FX Friday night will first step on the scale on Thursday for the UFC on FX weigh-ins, and we'll carry the live video here at MMAFighting.com.
In the main event, lightweights Jim Miller and Melvin Guillard will need to make 156 pounds. Co-main event fighters Duane Ludwig and Josh Neer are meeting at welterweight, so they'll need to make 171 pounds. In non-title fights, fighters get a one-pound allowance over the ordinary weight class limit.
The weigh-in begins at 5 PM ET and the video is below.
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC on FX weigh in video results LIVE from Nashville for 'Guillard vs Miller'
The official weigh in event for UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs. Miller" is set to take place today (Thurs., Jan. 19, 2012) LIVE from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
The first fighter is expected to tip the scale at 5 p.m. ET.
As usual, MMAmania.com will provide up-to-the-second coverage of the UFC on FX weigh-ins, as well as provide a detailed recap of the festivities as soon as they conclude.
UFC on FX 1, which will mark the promotion's inaugural effort on the FOX-owned network, will be headlined by two top lightweight contenders, Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard, who both had their 155-pound title-challenging aspirations dashed with disappointing losses in their most recent performances.
Also booked for the FX fight card is a heavyweight battle between Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, as well as a welterweight slugfest that pits Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig.
Complete "Guillard vs. Miller" weigh in results and live video stream after the jump:
Main Event:
155 lbs.: Melvin Guillard ( ) vs. Jim Miller ( )
Main Card (FX Channel):
155 lbs.: Duane Ludwig ( ) vs. Josh Neer ( )135 lbs.: Mike Easton ( ) vs. Jared Papazian ( )265 lbs.: Pat Barry ( ) vs. Christian Morecraft ( )
Preliminary Card (FUEL TV):
185 lbs.: Jorge Rivera ( ) vs. Eric Schafer ( )155 lbs.: Khabib Nurmagomedov ( ) vs. Kamal Shalorus ( )170 lbs.: Charlie Brenneman ( ) vs. Daniel Roberts ( )155 lbs.: Fabricio Camoes ( ) vs. Tom Hayden ( )145 lbs.: Daniel Pineda ( ) vs. Pat Schilling ( )135 lbs.: Nick Denis ( ) vs. Joseph Sandoval ( )
**Weigh in video available later today.
For those fortunate enough to be in "Music City" today, remember the weigh-in is FREE to attend and open to the public. Doors to the weigh-in will open at 3 p.m. CT. In addition, UFC Fight Club members will be able to attend a special Q&A session with "The American Psycho," Stephan Bonnar, at 2 p.m. local time.
Remember that MMAmania.com will provide LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the main card action on fight night (Fri., Jan. 19), which is slated to air at 9 p.m. ET on the FX Channel. The latest quick updates of the live action will begin to flow earlier than that around 6 p.m. ET with the preliminary bouts on FUEL TV.
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 on FX coverage you can handle.
For all the latest news and notes on "Guillard vs. Miller" be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 1 live and official weigh-in results
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - MMAjunkie.com is on scene and reporting live from today's official "UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller" weigh-ins.
Today's festivities take place at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., which also hosts Friday's FX- and FUEL TV-televised event.
Catch a live video stream of the proceedings on the MMAjunkie.com homepage, or join us for live text updates here beginning at 5 p.m. ET (4 p.m. CT local time).
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieLive UFC on FX 1 Weigh-in Results (4 p.m. ET)
Sherdog.com reports from Nashville, Tenn., with live results of the UFC on FX “Guillard vs. Miller” weigh-ins, which take place at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX 1 Previews: Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard, Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
UFC on FX 1 takes place this Friday, January 20, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee and will air live on FX at 9pm ET/6pm PT. The official UFC on FX 1 fight card can be found in our fight cards section.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertOfficial UFC on FX 1 Weigh In Results
UFC on FX, which is headlined by the lightweight bout between Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller and the welterweight bout between Duane “Bang” Ludwig and Josh Neer, airs live on FX from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN at 9pm ET / 6pm PT. Fans can also tune in to FUEL TV for six prelim bouts at 6pm ET / 3pm PT.MAIN EVENT Jim Miller (155) VS Melvin Guillard (156)FX MAIN CARDJosh Neer (171) VS Duane Ludwig (170.5)Jared Papazian (135.5) VS Mike Easton (135) Christian Morecraft (256) VS Pat Barry (242)FUEL PRELIMSEric Schafer (185) VS Jorge Rivera (185.5)Khabib Nurmagomedov (155) VS Kamal Shalorus (155.5) Daniel Roberts (170.5) VS Charlie Brenneman (170.5)Tommy Hayden (155.5) VS Fabricio Camões (157.5) Pat Schilling (145) VS Daniel Pineda (145)Nick Denis (135.5) vs Joseph Sandoval (135)
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Read the full article at UFCUFC on FX 1 open media workout photos gallery and quotes for 'Miller vs Guillard'
UFC.com photographer Josh Hedges was on the scene at the Nashville MMA Gym in Nashville, Tenn., today (Jan. 18, 2012) to shoot several of the notable fighters who will compete on the UFC on FX 1: "Miller vs. Guillard" main card at the event's open media workouts.
Naturally, the two men who will collide in the main event, Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard, were on the scene to promote their lightweight clash, as well as work up one of the last few real sweats prior to fight night (Fri., Jan. 20, 2012) at the Bridgestone Arena in "Music City."
Co-main event participants, Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer, were also in attendance prior to their welterweight scrap, which is teed up to be one knockout, dragout showdown.
Check out more great pics from the UFC on FX 1 open media workout, as well as quick quotes from the various fighters, after the jump courtesy of UFC.com:
Jim Miller
"I’m only 28, but the thing about me is I always think I need to make things happen right now. I’ve only lost one fight in eight, but I made mistakes in that loss to Ben Henderson and I made mistakes in the wins before that, and I am in a hurry to correct those, win some fights, and get a title shot. Some people say I am more consistent than Melvin in the Octagon, but Melvin is very dangerous on the feet and with someone like that, one mistake is all it takes. I will watch out for his power, but I will be taking this fight to him right from get-go.... He doesn’t like fighting when you crowd him, but he’s a very quick puncher and will always be very dangerous on the counter. He’s a top lightweight with a lot of weapons, but I think I can beat him go on to challenge for the belt in 2012. On Saturday morning, he will know he’s been in a fight on Friday night. He won’t feel too good; that’s what I want to do in my fights, let them know right away they are in a fight."
Melvin Guillard:
"I am looking at making a statement on FX against another top guy in the division. He’s one of the best fighters in the world at this weight and it is a great main event.... What happened (to me) last time (first round loss against Joe Lauzon) was a mistake. I rushed in so hard and fast I was stunned with a jab and from there I lost the fight. It was kinda dumb, but I am young enough to learn as long as realize the mistake. I made the mistake, it didn’t just happen, I know that but I also know I’m still one of the best fighters in the division.... But I am ready for this fight with Miller. He’s a top guy, maybe the No3 or No4 in the division, and if I perform like I can do, I think it will be hard for people to say that I didn’t deserve a UFC title shot. I won’t be reckless, but you will see what I can do on FX Friday night. You will see the Young Assassin!"
Duane Ludwig:
"This is going to be a good, old-fashioned street fight right out of the 1930s, when they used to fight for food in the mean streets of New York. I’m trying to say it will be a war, without saying that because everyone says that. But this is going to be a wild fight on Friday night."
Josh Neer
"Right now, I am in the middle of the pack and I want to get ahead. The only way to do that is to win fight, to win big and win exciting and that's what I came here to do. I'm ready for a war. I want to climb that ladder and get right into the thick of the most talented division in the UFC. The only way to stand out in this division is to be impressive and where better to impress than on cable TV..."
Pat Barry:
"He’s 6' 6," and I am about 5' 10," but everyone is taller than me so this isn’t any real big deal to me. I am coming off two losses but losses in great fights. I am here to win – but I won’t fight any other way than bomb, bomb, bombs away! Whether I am 0-2 in my last two or if I was 40-0, I would fight the same. I punch and kick full power with every shot until the other guy falls or I fall. It’s what I do, it is what I am."
Christian Morecraft:
"Being on FX is great for me at this stage of my career. There will be a lot of people watching this and I am on the main card, which means more attention on this fight. That brings added pressure for some people, but for me that’s added excitement and added fun. Pat Barry is a good striker who goes looking for you, but then so am I. This will be a great fight for however long it lasts."
Remember that MMAmania.com will deliver LIVE UFC on FX 1 results and coverage this Friday night right here. For everything you need to know about on UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs Miller" be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaWhile at peace, UFC on FX 1 co-headliner Duane Ludwig not above 'chucking bombs'
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Duane "Bang" Ludwig has traveled the world, chased titles, met the woman of his dreams, had kids and finally got a long-awaited UFC record he'll someday get to tell his grandchildren about.
So for the veteran fighter, Friday's UFC on FX 1 co-main-event slot instead offers something else.
A chance for self-discovery. And yes, some fun.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC 142 Prelims Net 880,000 Viewers on New Home FX
The UFC 142 undercard earned an average of 880,000 viewers last Saturday on FX, an industry source told Sherdog.com on Wednesday.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX 1 main card fighters talk about their upcoming bouts
On Thursday, open workouts took place for the quickly approaching UFC on FX fight card. The event will take place this Friday from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN and it will be headlined by a lightweight battle between Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller. Several fighters that are competing on the main card took the time to offer their thoughts on their upcoming fights will at the open workouts.
Melvin Guillard
“I am looking at making a statement on FX against another top guy in the division.
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Read the full article at Low KickFans invited to Wednesday's UFC on FX 1 open workouts in Nashville
The UFC's first-ever FX-broadcast card takes place on Friday, and fans
are invited to attend Wednesday's UFC on FX 1 open workout sessions in Nashville.
UFC officials recently announced the pre-fight activity will take place at Ed Clay's Nashville Mixed Martial Arts Academy.
UFC on FX 1 headliners Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller, as well as
main-card competitors Pat Barry, Christian Morecraft, Duane Ludwig and
Josh Neer all appear during the session, which begins at 1 p.m. ET (12
p.m. CT local time) and are free and open to the public.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieCamoes vs. Hayden official, Friday's UFC on FX 1 lineup complete with 10 bouts
With the UFC's official confirmation of a lightweight preliminary-card bout between newcomer Tommy Hayden and Fabricio Camoes, the fight card for Friday's UFC on FX 1 event is complete with 11 bouts.
MMAjunkie.com reported the Harden vs. Camoes fight earlier today.
UFC on FX 1 takes place at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.
The main card airs on FX, and the prelims
air on FUEL TV.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 1 Fight Card Complete Again for “Guillard vs. Miller” on Friday
Friday’s UFC on FX 1 fight card is complete again, as newcomer Tommy Hayden is expected to step in and face lightweight Fabricio Camoes on short-notice at the January 20 event in Nashville, Tennessee, according to MMAjunkie.
Camoes (13-6-1), whose original opponent Reza Madadi dropped out over the weekend, topped Efrain Escudero in May for his second-straight win since suffering a loss and draw in his first stint with the UFC. Hayden (8-0) is a member of Team Jorge Gurgel who is unbeaten at 8-0 with all of his victories coming by stoppage along with a lone DQ.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller, while the main card on FX is filled out by Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer, Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian, and Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft.
The complete UFC on FX 1 card includes:
MAIN CARD
Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer
Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian
Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
PRELIMINARY CARD
Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer
Kamal Shalorus vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov
Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts
Fabricio Camoes vs. Tommy Hayden
Daniel Pineda vs. Pat Schilling
Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval
Pictured: Melvin Guillard
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Read the full article at RedditUFC on FX weigh in results, information and details for 'Guillard vs Miller' on Jan. 19 in Nashville
The official weigh in event for UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs. Miller" is set to take place this Thursday (Jan. 19, 2012) live from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
The first fighter is expected to tip the scale at 5 p.m. ET.
As usual, MMAmania.com will provide up-to-the-second coverage of the UFC on FX weigh-ins, as well as provide a detailed recap of the festivities as soon as they conclude.
UFC on FX 1, which will mark the promotion's inaugural effort on the FOX-owned network, will be headlined by two top lightweight contenders, Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard, who both had their 155-pound title-challenging aspirations dashed with disappointing losses in their most recent performances.
Also booked for the FX fight card is a heavyweight battle between Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, as well as a welterweight slugfest that pits Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig.
Here is the current "Guillard vs. Miller" fight card and line-up:
Main Event:
155 lbs.: Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
Main Card (FX Channel):
155 lbs.: Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer135 lbs.: Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian265 lbs.: Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
Preliminary Card (FUEL TV):
185 lbs.: Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer155 lbs.: Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Kamal Shalorus170 lbs.: Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts155 lbs.: Reza Madadi vs. Fabricio Camoes145 lbs.: Daniel Pineda vs. Pat Schilling205 lbs.: Ryan Jimmo vs. Karlos Vemola135 lbs.: Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval
For those fortunate enough to be in "Music City" this week, remember the weigh-in is FREE to attend and open to the public. Doors to the weigh-in will open at 3 p.m. CT. In addition, UFC Fight Club members will be able to attend a special Q&A session with "The American Psycho," Stephan Bonnar, at 2 p.m. local time.
Remember that MMAmania.com will provide LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the main card action on fight night (Fri., Jan. 19), which is slated to air at 9 p.m. ET on the FX Channel. The latest quick updates of the live action will begin to flow earlier than that around 6 p.m. ET with the preliminary bouts on FUEL TV.
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 on FX coverage you can handle.
For all the latest news and notes on "Guillard vs. Miller" be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaHow to watch UFC on FX 1 in Canada, U.K., Australia and international markets
The UFC kicks off a new event series on Friday with UFC on FX 1.
The event, which features a Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller lightweight main event, airs on two FOX-owned channels in the U.S.; FX airs the main card, and FUEL TV airs the prelims.
However, a number of other outlets have been secured to air the show in international markets.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieHow to Watch UFC on FX Fight Night Around the World
Filed under: UFC, NewsThe first-ever UFC on FX Fight Night airs this Friday night on -- you guessed it -- FX in the United States. The card will be headlined by Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard and will air live from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN, at 9 p.m. ET.
The two-hour main card will be preceded by a three-hour prelim telecast on FUEL TV. The prelims will only air in the United States. FUEL TV will also air the weigh-ins live on Thursday at 5:00 p.m. ET, as well as a post-fight show immediately following the main event.
In addition, FX will air the first episode of UFC Primetime: Diaz vs. Condit right after the Fight Night telecast at 11 p.m. ET.
Below are the channels that will be airing the card outside the United States:
Sportsnet -- Canada
FOX Deportes (Spanish broadcast) -- United States and Latin America
SKY Sport 2 -- New Zealand
ONE HD -- Australia
Balls -- Phillipines
ESPN UK -- UK
SKY Italia -- Italia
OSN -- United Arab Emirates
CANAL + Sport -- Sweden, Denmark, Norway
MTV3 -- Finland
* If your home country is not listed above, check UFC.TV for viewing options. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC On FX 1 Card: Guillard vs. Miller
The UFC's huge broadcast deal with Fox means that the bulk of live UFC coverage has now moved from Spike to the FX and Fuel networks. The first live card to air on FX will take place on Friday, January 20th in Nashville's Bridgestone Arena (as the poster above helpfully points out). The main event will see two top lightweight contenders looking to get back in the win column as Jim Miller will face off with Melvin Guillard. This will only be a three-round fight, despite Dana White stating last year that all main events will be five rounds. It appears that the undercard will be streamed live on Facebook, as opposed to being aired on TV. There have been many last-minute changes to this card, but here's how it looks right now (prelims are after the jump):
Jan 20th, live on FX from Nashville, TN:
Main Card:
Jim Miller (20-3) vs. Melvin Guillard (29-9-2)
Duane Ludwig (21-11) vs. Josh Neer (32-10-1)
Mike Easton (11-1) vs. Jared Papazian (14-6, 1 NC)
Pat Barry (6-4) vs. Christian Morecraft (7-2)
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Preliminary Card:
Charlie Brenneman (14-3) vs. Daniel Roberts (12-3)
Kamal Shalorus (7-1-2) vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov (16-0)
Fabricio Camoes (13-6-1) vs. TBA
Jorge Rivera (19-9) vs. Eric Schafer (12-6-2)
Nick Denis (10-2) vs. Joseph Sandoval (6-1)
Daniel Pineda (14-7) vs. Pat Schilling (5-0)
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowSpike to Counter-Program UFC on FX with Melvin Guillard Marathon
Spike TV will counter-program UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller with a Melvin Guillard marathon running up against the lightweight's live fight on FX.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 1 Loses Jimmo-Vemola; Replacement Sought for Madadi
Injuries have altered the undercard for UFC on FX 1, the promotion announced via Twitter on Friday night.
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Read the full article at SherdogJimmo vs. Vemola Off UFC on FX 1 Card; Camoes Awaits New Opponent
Next week’s UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller fight card is undergoing some last minute changes.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1: Jimmo vs. Vemola Scratched, Madadi Out of Camoes Fight
A light heavyeight bout between Ryan Jimmo and Karlos Vemola has been scratched from the next Friday’s UFC on FX 1 card due to an injury to Jimmo, while newcomer Reza Medadi has also withdrawn from his matchup against Fabricio Camoes.
The UFC announced the injuries on Friday. A replacement opponent will be announced soon to face Camoes at the January 20 event in Nashville, Tennessee.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Ryan Jimmo
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzySpike TV counter-programming UFC on FX with Melvin Guillard marathon
The battle between Spike TV and the UFC appears to be pressing forward full-steam in 2012 as the former television home of the world’s foremost MMA promotion continues to use old footage as a means of counter-programming live UFC events. According to an official release from the cable network, a group of UFC Unleashed episodes featuring some of Melvin Guillard’s greatest hits will be shown next Friday night when Guillard fights Jim Miller live in the main event at UFC on FX 1.
Similar behavior has been exhibited in the past towards UFC on FOX: Velasquez vs. Dos Santos, as well as will be the case in March when Spike TB takes a shot at the Ultimate Fighter’s debut on FX with highlights from past seasons of TUF. It is expected Spike TV will continue to act in the same way throughout the remainder of the year until losing their ownership of the video rights in 2013.
Guillard-Miller Ready to Headline UFC Debut on FX
Specifically, starting at 7:00 PM EST on January 20, Spike TV will run five straight editions of UFC Unleashed with Guillard’s fights against Josh Neer, Rick Davis, Shane Roller, Waylon Lowe, and Rich Clementi. Ironically, Guillard actually only went 3-2 in the bouts being used.
Guillard holds an overall record of 29-9-2 and was on the cusp of title-contendership before falling to Joe Lauzon at UFC 136. Miller too was poised for an opportunity at challenging for the divisional belt until running into Ben Henderson in August, losing the bout by way of decision.
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Read the full article at Fighters.comSpike TV counter-programs UFC on FX 1 with Melvin Guillard 'Unleashed' marathon
In its latest counter-programming move, Spike TV will air a Melvin Guillard fight marathon opposite next week's UFC on FX 1 event.
Guillard headlines the Jan. 20 event, which airs live on FX, in a lightweight bout with fellow contender Jim Miller.
During the event time, Spike TV airs a five-hour "UFC Unleashed: Melvin Guillard" marathon featuring the fighter's past UFC bouts.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieBout order set for next week's UFC on FX debut
The 11-bout lineup for the UFC's debut on FX is now official.
The participants in this month's "UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller"
event have been set for a few weeks, but the official bout order for the
evening was recently revealed by the promotion.
UFC on FX 1 takes place Jan. 20 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.
The night's main event features Melvin Guillard against Jim Miller in a
key lightweight contest.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieSpike TV to Counter UFC on FX With Melvin Guillard Marathon
Filed under: UFC, NewsIf you plan on DVRing the Jan. 20 UFC on FX event, it might be a good idea to take an extra moment to make sure you're programming the intended show.
Spike TV has announced a UFC Unleashed: Melvin Guillard marathon the same evening of UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller, capitalizing on the UFC's first live card on FX headlined by Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller.
Spike will televise its "UFC Unleashed: Melvin Guillard" marathon lasting five hours from 7 p.m. to midnight ET. UFC on FX 1 is scheduled to air live from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn. from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET.
In addition to Guillard vs. Miller, the live fights on the FX card are Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer, Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian and Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft.
For Spike's UFC marathon based around Guillard, the network will air old Guillard fights against Neer, Rick Davis, Shane Roller, Waylon Lowe and Rich Clementi. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseUFC on FX and Fuel non-title main events will only be three rounds in 2012
Hold your horses.
Remember when every UFC show moving forward was supposed to feature a five round main event? That no longer appears to be the case. According to Matt Bishop of the Detroit News, unless a title is on the line, all UFC on FX and UFC on Fuel shows will feature three round main events. The five round non-title bouts will be reserved for pay-per-views and for the big network UFC on FOX shows.
Fuel TV is planning six events in 2012 and considering that two UFC events are already scheduled for FX by March 3, it appears FX could be landing a similar amount of shows this year.
We've got the list of affected main events after the jump.
UFC on FX 1: Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
UFC on Fuel 1: Jake Ellenberger vs. Diego Sanchez
UFC on FX 2: Martin Kampmann vs. Thiago Alves
UFC on Fuel 2: Alexander Gustafsson vs. Antonio Rogerio Nogueira
In 2011, four events featured five round non-title bouts, UFX 138, UFC 139, The Ultimate Fighter 14 Finale and UFC 141. Only the incredible fight of the year winner between Dan Henderson and Mauricio Rua was actually able to utilize the bonus rounds as the other three fights were finished by the third.
The "Shogun" vs. "Hendo" fight was incredible because of the two extra rounds. Otherwise it would have been a pretty lopsided three round decision victory for Dan Henderson.
Do you Maniacs feel deprived that the above fights won't be going for five? Does it affect your picks for who will win considering fighters like Martin Kampmann and Diego Sanchez tend to turn it on in the later rounds?
Speak up!
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 1 Fight Card Full with Two Newcomers
The UFC on FX 1 fight card is finally full with the addition of two Octagon newcomers in a featherweight contest.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 1 Fight Card Complete with Newcomes Pineda vs. Schilling
As expected, Mike Easton will face bantamweight newcomer Jared Papazian on next week’s UFC on FX 1 main card, while featherweights Daniel Pineda and Pat Schilling will meet in their Octagon debuts on the preliminary card of the January 20 event in Nashville, Tennessee, the UFC announced today.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller, while the main card is filled out by welterweights Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer and heavyweights Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft.
The complete UFC on FX 1 fight card features:
MAIN CARD
Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer
Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian
PRELIMINARY CARD
Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer
Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts
Kamal Shalorus vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov
Ryan Jimmo vs. Karlos Vemola
Reza Medadi vs. Fabricio Camoes
Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval
Daniel Pineda vs. Pat Schilling
For complete UFC on FX 1 coverage stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com
Pictured: Jim Miller
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 1: Jared Papazian vs Mike Easton possible for Jan. 20 with Ken Stone hurt
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has a re-worked bantamweight bout for its upcoming network televised fight card from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., on Fri., Jan. 20, 2012.
UFC on FX 1 will see 135-pound veterans Jared Papazian and Mike Easton mix it up for a spot in the division's increasingly competitive title chase when the promotion heads to "Music City" later this month.
Papazian replaces Ken Stone, who was forced to withdraw from the contest due to injury, according to a report from MMA Weekly.
"The Jackhammer" (14-6) will be making his Octagon debut but is hardly a stranger to cage fighting. In fact, Papazian is coming off a three-fight winning streak under the King of the Cage (KOTC) banner and is 8-2 over his last 10.
Opposing him is Easton, the 11-1 "Hulk" who smashed his way through D.C.'s regional circuit before making a successful UFC debut against Byron Bloodworth, knocking him out at UFC on Versus 6 last October.
Here's what the UFC on FX fight card looks like with just over two weeks to go:
Main Event:
155 lbs.: Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
Main Card (FX Channel):
155 lbs.: Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer135 lbs.: Mike Easton vs. Jared Papazian265 lbs.: Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
Preliminary Card (May not be broadcast):
185 lbs.: Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer170 lbs.: Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts155 lbs.: Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Kamal Shalorus205 lbs.: Ryan Jimmo vs. Karlos Vemola155 lbs.: Reza Madadi vs. Fabricio Camoes135 lbs.: Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval
UFC on FX 1 will feature two top lightweight contenders, Jim Miller and Melvin Guillard, headlining the event and looking to continue their march back to the top of the 155-pound totem pole.
Also penciled in for the "Guillard vs. Miller" fight card is a heavyweight battle between Pat Barry and Christian Morecraft, as well as a welterweight slugfest that pits Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig.
For more on UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs Miller" be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaJared Papazian Steps in to Face Mike Easton at UFC on FX 1
Just days after announcing a Mike Easton vs. Ken Stone bantamweight scrap for UFC on FX 1, UFC match-makers had to scramble to find Easton a new opponent with Stone suffering an injury in training. Now they have one, and it's a fighter who's been campaigning very vocally on Twitter for a UFC spot: Team Hayastan member, Jared Papazian. MMA Weekly reports the booking:
King of the Cage bantamweight champion Jared Papazian has stepped in to face Mike Easton at UFC on FX 1 on Jan. 20, MMAWeekly.com has learned from sources.
Papazian had originally hoped to compete in the UFC's newly formed flyweight division, but was eager for any chance he could get to compete, and first petitioned UFC matchmaker, Sean Shelby, via Twitter to fill in for the injured Eddie Wineland in Chicago, but when Mitch Gagnon got that spot, Papazian continued his Twitter campaign and was again asking Shelby for a shot when the news broke that Stone was injured. The squeaky wheel got the grease apparently, and now Papazian, the reigning King of the Cage bantamweight champion, who trains under Gokor Chivichyan in California alongside Ronda Rousey and Manny Gamburyan, will make his UFC debut on just two weeks' notice against the very tough Easton.
Jared "The Jackhammer" Papazian (13-6) W Marvin Garcia (unam. decision) - KOTC First Defense W Abel Cullum (unam. decision) - KOTC Epic Force W Kana Hyatt (unam. decision) - KOTC Turning Point
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowSemerzier vs. Peralta, Five Other Bouts Confirmed for UFC on FX 2
A rematch between featherweights Mackens Semerzier and Robert Peralta was announced for UFC on FX 2 on Thursday along with five other matchups previously reported for the March 3 event in Sydney, Australia.
Peralta knocked out Semerzier in their first meeting at UFC on Fox 1 in November, but the result was changed to a no contest after replays showed an accidental headbutt dropped Semerzier and led to the finish.
Peralta (15-3) previously topped Hiroyuki Takaya in Strikeforce and Mike Lullo in his UFC debut to push his win streak to eight, while Semerzier (6-3) submitted Alex Caceres for his first UFC win after dropping his final three WEC bouts.
Also confirmed for UFC on FX 2 were Anthony Perosh vs. Nick Penner, Kyle Noke vs. Jared Hamman, Cole Miller vs. Steven Siler, Jake Hecht vs. TJ Waldburger, and Shawn Jordan vs. Oli Thompson.
UFC on FX 2, which airs live in the U.S. on Friday, March 2 on FX (main card) and Fuel TV (prelims), is headlined by welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann and flyweight semifinals Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyMike Easton Draws Replacement Jared Papazian at UFC on FX 1
After Ken Stone was forced to withdraw from his matchup with bantamweight Mike Easton just one day after it was announced, Easton will now face newcomer Jared Papazian at UFC on FX 1 on January 20 in Nashville, Tennessee, according to MMA Weekly.
Easton (11-1) knocked out fellow newcomer Byron Bloodworth at UFC on Versus 6 in October for his sixth-straight win, while Papazian (14-6) is a King of the Cage champion who has his last three fights by unanimous decision.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller and also features Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer and Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft. It is not yet known whether Easton-Papazian will remain on the main card or if a preliminary bout will be promoted.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyBrookins vs. Rocha, Easton vs. Papazian Slated for UFC on FX 1
A pair of replacements have been found for the UFC on FX 1 card, as The Ultimate Fighter 12 winner Jonathan Brookins has stepped in to face featherweight Vagner Rocha and Mike Easton will meet newcomer Jared Papazian at the January 20 event in Nashville, Tennessee, the UFC announced and MMA Weekly reported respectively on Thursday.
Brookins replaces Mike Brown and Papazian steps in for Ken Stone in the matchups.
Brookins (12-4), who was slated to face Rani Yahya at UFC on Fuel TV 1 next month, dropped back down to 145-pounds with a decision loss to rising contender Erik Koch in September, while Rocha (7-2) also fought most-recently in September, submitting Cody McKenzie after dropping his Octagon debut to Donald Cerrone.
Easton (11-1) knocked out fellow newcomer Byron Bloodworth at UFC on Versus 6 in October for his sixth-straight win, while Papazian (14-6) is a King of the Cage champion who has won three-straight fights by unanimous decision.
It is not yet known which fight from the card will fill the fourth televised slot or whether Yahya is injured or will face a replacement opponent at UFC on Fuel TV 1.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller and also features Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer and Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft..
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 1 Fight Card: Guillard vs. Miller
The UFC's huge broadcast deal with Fox means that the bulk of live UFC coverage has now moved from Spike to the FX and Fuel networks. The first live card to air on FX will take place on Friday, January 20th in Nashville's Bridgestone Arena (as the poster above helpfully points out). The main event will see two top lightweight contenders looking to get back in the win column as Jim Miller will face off with Melvin Guillard. This will only be a three-round fight, despite Dana White stating last year that all main events will be five rounds. It appears that the undercard will be streamed live on Facebook, as opposed to being aired. There have been many last-minute changes to this card, but here's how it looks right now (prelims are after the jump):
Jan 20th, live on FX from Nashville, TN:
Main Card:
Jim Miller (20-3) vs. Melvin Guillard (29-9-2)
Duane Ludwig (21-11) vs. Josh Neer (32-10-1)
Mike Easton (11-1) vs. TBA
Pat Barry (6-4) vs. Christian Morecraft (7-2)
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Preliminary Card:
Charlie Brenneman (14-3) vs. Daniel Roberts (12-3)
Kamal Shalorus (7-1-2) vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov (16-0)
Reza Madadi (11-2) vs. Fabricio Camoes (13-6-1)
Jorge Rivera (19-9) vs. Eric Schafer (12-6-2)
Vagner Rocha (7-2) vs. TBA
Ryan Jimmo (16-1) vs. Karlos Vemola (8-2)
Nick Denis (10-2) vs. Joseph Sandoval (6-1)
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowSemerzier vs. Peralta 2 Booked for UFC on FX 2
Mackens Semerzier and Robert Peralta welcome to act two.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyKOTC Champ Jared Papazian Tabbed to Face Mike Easton at UFC on FX 1
King of the Cage bantamweight champion Jared Papazian has stepped in to face Mike Easton at UFC on FX 1.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyPerosh Welcomes Penner at UFC on FX 2
Australian fighter Anthony Perosh has taken an opportunity and run with it, and he’ll continue sprinting at UFC on FX 2 on March 3 in his hometown of Sydney.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyAnthony Perosh vs. Nick Penner Added to UFC on FX 2 in Australia
A light heavyweight bout between Australian veteran Anthony Perosh and Canadian newcomer Nick Penner is slated for UFC on FX 2 on March 3 in Sydney, Australia, the UFC announced today.
Perosh (12-6), who went 0-2 in his first stint with the UFC, returned to the Octagon with a loss to Mirko Cro Cop at UFC 110, but is now looking for his third-straight win following victories over Tom Blackledge and Cyrille Diabate.
Penner (11-1) enters the UFC with an eight-fight win streak on the Canadian circuit, with all but two of the wins coming by stoppage.
UFC on FX 2, which airs live in the U.S. on Friday, March 2 on FX (main card) and Fuel TV (prelims), is headlined by welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann and also features flyweights Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 2: Anthony Perosh vs Nick Penner booked for March 3 in Sydney
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has booked a light heavyweight throwdown featuring Anthony Perosh (12-6) vs. Nick Penner (11-1) for its UFC on FX 2 event on March 3, 2012, scheduled for the AllPhones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
Nine MSN has it:
The pair will fight on March 3 at Sydney’s Allphones Arena, with Perosh looking to extend his winning form which most recently saw him take a second round submission victory over Cyrille Diabate at UFC 138 in Birmingham.
"11-1 light heavyweight prospect Nick Penner has verbally agreed to make his UFC debut against Anthony ‘The Hippo’ Perosh," said UFC Managing Director of International Development, Marshal Zelaznik. "Perosh is coming off back-to-back submission wins and looks to make it three in a row in his home country."
UFC on FX 2 will feature a welterweight headliner between Martin Kampmann and Thiago Alves as well as the opening round of the promotion's inaugural four-man flyweight tournament, featuring Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
Here's what the March 3 line-up looks like thus far:
Main event:
170 lbs.: Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann
Main card (FX):
125 lbs.: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall125 lbs.: Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani185 lbs.: Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou
Preliminary card (FUEL):
205 lbs.: James Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa185 lbs.: Jared Hamman vs. Kyle Noke170 lbs.: Jake Hecht vs. T.J. Waldburger265 lbs.: Oli Thompson vs. Shawn Jordan205 lbs.: Anthony Perosh vs. Nick Penner
For all the latest and greatest news and notes on UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaAnthony Perosh vs. Nick Penner slated for UFC on FX 2 in Sydney
A light-heavyweight bout between Anthony Perosh and promotional newcomer Nick Penner has been added to March's UFC on FX 2 event.
UFC officials announced the fight overnight.
UFC on FX 2, which marks the UFC's return to Australia, takes place March 3 at Allphones Arena in Sydney.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieKen Stone Out of UFC on FX Bout Against Mike Easton
An injury has forced bantamweight Ken Stone out of his matchup against Mike Easton at UFC on FX 1 just one day after the bout was announced for main card of the January 20 event in Nashville, Tennessee, the UFC announced Tuesday.
Stone (10-3) submitted Donny Walker in the first round at UFC Fight Night 25 in September after dropping his Octagon debut to contender Scott Jorgensen.
The UFC is now searching for another short-notice replacement to face Easton (11-1), who knocked out fellow newcomer Byron Bloodworth in the second round at UFC on Versus 6 in October for his sixth-straight win.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller and also features Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer and Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft on its televised card.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Ken Stone
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyOli Thompson vs. Shawn Jordan Added to UFC on FX 2
A heavyweight matchup between Octagon newcomers Oli Thompson and Shawn Jordan has been added to UFC on FX 2 on March 3 in Sydney, Australia, according to MMAjunkie.
Thompson (9-2), a former strongman competitor, has won his last five fights in his native England and was scheduled to debut in November before being injured, while Jordan (12-3), a former LSU football player, is a Bellator veteran who most-recently went 1-1 in Strikeforce including a submission of Lavar Johnson in September.
UFC on FX 2, which airs live in the U.S. on Friday, March 2, is headlined by welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann and also features flyweights Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Shawn Jordan
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyCole Miller dropping to 145 for fight at UFC on FX 2
Ultimate Fighter 5 alumnus Cole Miller will make a move down to featherweight for his next bout, following in the footsteps of other talented 155ers who’ve slimmed down like Kenny Florian, Bart Palaszewski, Tyson Griffin, and Ross Pearson. The 27-year old American Top Team product will test the 145-pound waters in early March as part of the UFC’s second show on FX.
Adding a bit of intrigue, Miller will face Steven Siler who eliminated younger brother Micah Miller in the qualifying round of TUF 14.
News of the match-up was first reported by TheMMACorner.
Miller is coming submission off a win over T.J. O’Brien, his thirteenth in eighteen total victories. Other impressive past performances from the TMNT-loving Miller include instances of success against Pearson, Dan Lauzon, and Jorge Gurgel.
Siler is nearly as seasoned as “Magrinho” but is officially 1-0 in the Octagon after outpointing Josh Clopton at the Ultimate Fighter 14 Finale. He holds an overall record of 19-9 with twelve submissions of his own to boast.
UFC on FX 2 is headlined by Martin Kampmann vs. Thiago Alves and also features the opening round of the UFC’s tournament to determine the organization’s inaugural flyweight championship. Bouts include Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
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Read the full article at Five Ounces of PainUFC on FX 2: Kyle Noke vs Jared Hamman and Cole Miller vs Steven Siler likely for March 3
Looks like Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) may have picked up a handful of Ultimate Fighter (TUF) veterans for its upcoming UFC on FX 2 event on March 3, 2012, scheduled for the AllPhones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
First up, TUF 11 contestant Kyle Noke (19-5-1) says he'll be locking horns with Jared Hamman (13-4) in a middleweight affair. "KO" is coming off a submission loss to Ed Herman back at UFC on Versus 5 while "The Messenger" was pasted by Constantinos Philippou at UFC 140 just last month.
In featherweight action, TUF 5 standout Cole Miller (18-5) will be looking for revenge on Steven Siler (19-9), who bounced his brother Micah out of the TUF house in season 14, according to a report from The MMA Corner.
"Magrinho" drops to 145-pounds after strangling T.J. O'Brien en route to a second round submission win last August while "Super" also brought home the "W" with a unanimous decision nod over Josh Clopton back on Dec. 3.
Here's how the UFC on FX 2 fight card is taking shape:
Main event:
170 lbs.: Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann
Main card (FX):
125 lbs.: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall125 lbs.: Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani185 lbs.: Court McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou
Preliminary card (FUEL):
145 lbs.: Cole Miller vs. Steven Siler205 lbs.: James Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa185 lbs.: Jared Hamman vs. Kyle Noke170 lbs.: Jake Hecht vs. T.J. Waldburger265 lbs.: Oli Thompson vs. Shawn Jordan
UFC on FX 2 will feature a welterweight headliner between Martin Kampmann and Thiago Alves as well as the opening round of the promotion's inaugural four-man flyweight tournament, featuring Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
For all the latest and greatest news and notes on UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaCole Miller drops to featherweight, meets Steven Siler at UFC on FX 2
Add another bout to the UFC's third trip Down Under.
Sources close to the event today told MMAjunkie.com
that a featherweight bout between Cole Miller and
Steven Siler is set for UFC on FX 2.
"UFC on FX 2: Kampmann vs. Alves" takes place March 3 at Allphones Arena
in Sydney, Australia. The event's main card airs live on FX while
preliminary fights head to FUEL TV.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieOli Thompson vs. Shawn Jordan added to UFC on FX 2
UFC on FX 2 has added a pair of octagon newcomers.
Sources close to the event today told MMAjunkie.com
that heavyweights Shawn Jordan and Oli Thompson are set to clash in the UFC's third trip Down Under.
"UFC on FX 2: Kampmann vs. Alves" takes place March 3 at Allphones Arena
in Sydney, Australia. The event's main card airs live on FX while
preliminary fights head to FUEL TV.
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Read the full article at MMA Junkie'UFC Primetime' debuts on FX for 'UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit'
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Read the full article at RedditUFC on FX: Ken Stone vs Mike Easton booked for Jan. 20 in Nashville
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has added a couple of bantamweight bangers to its upcoming network televised fight card from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., on Fri., Jan. 20, 2012.
UFC on FX 1 will see 135-pound veterans Ken Stone and Mike Easton mix it up for a spot in the division's increasingly competitive title chase when the promotion heads to "Music City" later this month.
Stone (10-3) suffered back-to-back sleepers against Eddie Wineland and Scott Jorgensen under the Zuffa banner; however, the American Top Team product was able to rebound with an impressive finish (rear naked choke) over Donny Walker back in September.
Opposing him is Easton, the 11-1 "Hulk" who smashed his way through D.C.'s regional circuit before making a successful UFC debut against Byron Bloodworth, knocking him out at UFC on Versus 6 last October.
Here's what the UFC on FX fight card looks like with just over two weeks to go:
Main Event:
155 lbs.: Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
Main Card (FX Channel):
155 lbs.: Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer135 lbs.: Mike Easton vs. Ken Stone265 lbs.: Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
Preliminary Card (May not be broadcast):
185 lbs.: Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer170 lbs.: Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts155 lbs.: Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Kamal Shalorus145 lbs.: Vagner Rocha vs. TBA205 lbs.: Ryan Jimmo vs. Karlos Vemola155 lbs.: Reza Madadi vs. Fabricio Camoes135 lbs.: Nick Denis vs. Joseph Sandoval
UFC on FX 1 will feature two top lightweight contenders, Jim Miller and Melvin Guillard, headlining the event and looking to continue their march back to the top of the 155-pound totem pole.
Also penciled in for the "Guillard vs. Miller" fight card is a heavyweight battle between Pat Barry and Christian Morecraft, as well as a welterweight slugfest that pits Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig.
For more on UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs Miller" be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaEaston vs. Stone Added to UFC on FX Card
A bantamweight bout has been added to UFC on FX later this month with Mike Easton taking on Ken Stone.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyMike Easton vs. Ken Stone Completes UFC on FX 1 Fight Card
The fight card for this month’s UFC on FX 1 event is now complete, as bantamweights Mike Easton and Ken Stone are set to meet on the main card of the January 20 event in Nashville, Tennessee, the UFC announced today.
Easton (11-1) knocked out late-replacement Byron Bloodworth in the second round at UFC on Versus 6 in October for his sixth-straight win, while Stone (10-3) submitted Donny Walker in the first round at UFC Fight Night 25 after dropping his Octagon debut to contender Scott Jorgensen.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller and also features Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer and Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft on its televised card.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyMike Easton vs. Ken Stone Added to UFC on FX Main Card
Filed under: UFC, NewsThe UFC has finalized the main card for its debut on the FOX-owned cable channel FX with the addition of a bantamweight bout between Mike Easton and Ken Stone. The organization recently announced the news on its Web site.
UFC on FX airs Friday, Jan. 20, from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn. The four-fight main card on FX will be headlined by Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard. Also televised will be Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig and Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft.
Easton (11-1) won his UFC debut in October when he defeated Byron Bloodworth via second-round TKO. The win improved "The Hulk's" winning streak to six in a row.
Stone (10-3) picked up his first UFC win at UFN 25 when he defeated Donny Walker via first-round submission. Prior to the win, Stone had lost to Scott Jorgensen at the TUF 13 Finale and Eddie Wineland at WEC 53.
The Easton-Stone fight replaces Mike Brown vs. Vagner Rocha on the main card, which was scrapped after Brown pulled out of the fight due to a knee injury.
Below is a look at the entire UFC on FX card:
Main card:
Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
Duane "Bang" Ludwig vs. Josh Neer
Mike Easton vs. Ken Stone
Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft
Preliminary card:
Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer
Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts
Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Kamal Shalorus
Ryan Jimmo vs. Karlos Vemola
Fabricio Camoes vs. Reza Madadi
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Read the full article at AOL FanhouseMike Easton vs. Ken Stone completes UFC on FX 1 main card
A bantamweight contest between Mike Easton and Ken Stone completes the four-fight main card of this month's UFC on FX 1 event.
UFC officials recently announced the addition to the card, as well as its positioning on the lineup.
Featuring a key lightweight matchup between Melvin Guillard and Jim
Miller, UFC on FX 1 takes place Jan. 20 at Bridgestone Arena in
Nashville, Tenn.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieKyle Noke says he's fighting Jared Hamman at UFC on FX 2
Australian middleweight Kyle Noke will apparently get another chance fight in his home country.
Noke recently announced he's fighting Jared Hamman
at UFC on FX 2, which takes place March 3 in Sydney, Australia. UFC executives have yet to announce the matchup.
Featuring a Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann headliner and the opening
round of the UFC's four-man flyweight tournament, UFC on FX 2 takes
place at Sydney's Allphones Arena.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieNoke vs. Hamman, Miller vs. Siler Added to UFC on FX 2
Middleweights Kyle Noke and Jared Hamman will look to rebound from recent losses when they’re slated to clash at UFC on FX 2, while Cole Miller will make his featherweight debut against Steven Siler at the March 3 event in Sydney, Australia, according to MMA Weekly.
Hamman (13-4) was knocked out in the opening round by Costa Philippou at UFC 140 earlier this month to fall to 2-3 in the UFC, while Noke suffered a first-round submission to Ed Herman at UFC on Versus 5 in August following three-straight UFC wins.
Miller (18-5) submitted TJ O’Brien at UFC on Versus 5 for his third win in his last four fights, while Siler (19-9) upset Miller’s brother Micah to earn a spot in The Ultimate Fighter 14 house before topping Josh Clopton in his Octagon debut at the TUF 14 Finale earlier this month.
UFC on FX 2, which airs live in the U.S. on Friday, March 2, is headlined by welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann and also features flyweights Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyInjures: Brown Pulled from UFC on FX 1; Lamas Off UFC 143
Mike Thomas Brown and Ricardo Lamas have suffered undisclosed injuries and have been forced to withdraw from their respective bouts at UFC on FX 1 and UFC 143, promotion officials announced Thursday.
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Read the full article at SherdogMike Brown Out of UFC on FX 1, Ricardo Lamas Off UFC 143
Injuries have forced featherweights Mike Brown and Ricardo Lamas out of their upcoming fights at UFC on FX 1 and UFC 143 respectively, the UFC announced today.
The former WEC champion Brown was scheduled to face Vagner Rocha at UFC on FX 1 on January 20, while Lamas recently replaced an injured Erik Koch against Dustin Poirier at UFC 143 on February 3.
The UFC has not yet found replacements for the matchups.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller, while UFC 143 is topped by an interim welterweight title fight between Nick Diaz and Carlos Condit.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1 and UFC 143 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Mike Brown
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyJake Hecht Faces T.J. Waldburger at UFC on FX 2 in Australia
After successfully making his Octagon debut earlier this month at UFC 140, Jake Hecht will return to action against T.J. Waldburger in a welterweight matchup at UFC on FX 2, which airs live on FX on Friday, March 2 from Sydney, Australia, Hecht recently announced on Twitter.
Hecht (11-2) stepped in on less than a month’s notice and scored a second-round TKO of Rich Attonito at UFC 140 for his fourth-straight win, while Waldburger (14-6) rebounded from a first-round TKO to Johny Hendricks with UFC Fight Night 25′s “Submission of the Night” over newcomer Mike Stumpf.
UFC on FX 2 is headlined by welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann and also features flyweights Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Jake Hecht (via UFC.com)
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyJake Hecht: I'm fighting T.J. Waldburger at UFC on FX 2
Looks like Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) may have picked up an additional welterweight match-up for its UFC on FX 2 event on March 3, 2012, scheduled for the AllPhones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
That's because promotion sophomore Jake Hecht recently announced he's been paired off against Texas grappler T.J. Waldburger for the upcoming event "Down Under."
From his official Twitter account:
Just confirmed my next fight for march 3 in sydney, australia vs tj waldburger. Back on the diet and hard training after the new year.
Hecht's Octagon debut was a smashing success following a second round technical knockout win over Rich Attonito earlier this month to push his record to 11-2 with eight finishes. Waldburger was also victorious his last time out, improving to 14-6 after strangling MIke Stumpf at UFC Fight Night 25 last September.
UFC on FX 2 will feature a welterweight headliner between Martin Kampmann and Thiago Alves as well as the opening round of the promotion's inaugural four-man flyweight tournament, featuring Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
Here's what the March 3 line-up looks like thus far:
Main event:
170 lbs.: Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann
Main card (FX):
125 lbs.: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall125 lbs.: Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani185 lbs.: Court McGee vs Constantinos Philippou
Preliminary card (FUEL):
205 lbs.: James Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa170 lbs.: Jake Hecht vs. T.J. Waldburger
*Fight card and line-up subject to change.
For all the latest and greatest news and notes on UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaJake Hecht says he's fighting T.J. Waldburger at UFC on FX 2
Fiore MMA product Jake Hecht recently announced that
his next fight will take place in Australia, where he plans on meeting
T.J. Waldburger.
UFC officials have yet to announce the matchup, but Hecht says it takes place at UFC on FX 2.
Featuring a Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann headliner and the opening
round of the UFC's four-man flyweight tournament, UFC on FX 2 takes
place March 3 (and airs live in the U.S. on March 2) at Allphones Arena
in Sydney, Australia.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieAaron Rosa vs. James Te Huna slotted for UFC on FX 2 in Australia
A light-heavyweight bout between Aaron Rosa and James Te Huna is slated for March's UFC on FX 2 event.
Rosa recently tweeted news of the matchup, and MMAjunkie.com subsequently confirmed the planned matchup with event sources.
Featuring a Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann headliner and the opening round of the UFC's four-man flyweight tournament, UFC on FX 2 takes place March 3 at Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieTUF Winner Court McGee Meets Costa Philippou at UFC on FX in Sydney
A middleweight fight between TUF 11 winner Court McGee and Costa Philippou has been added to UFC on FX in Sydney.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 2: Court McGee vs Constantinos Philippou on tap for March 3 in Australia
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has booked a middleweight mash-up between Court McGee (14-1) and Constantinos Philippou (9-2) for its UFC on FX 2 event on March 3, 2012, scheduled for the AllPhones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
UFC.com has it:
Verbal agreements are in for a dynamic matchup between hard-hitting middleweights Constantinos Philippou and Court ‘The Crusher’ McGee for March 3. TUF 11 winner Court McGee most recently decisioned the ultra-tough Dongi Yang, while Philippou is coming off a blistering first-round knockout win at UFC 140.
UFC on FX 2 will feature a welterweight headliner between Martin Kampmann and Thiago Alves as well as the opening round of the promotion's inaugural four-man flyweight tournament, featuring Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
Here's what the March 3 line-up looks like thus far:
Main event:
170 lbs.: Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann
Main card (FX):
125 lbs.: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall125 lbs.: Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani185 lbs.: Court McGee vs Constantinos Philippou
Preliminary card (FUEL):
205 lbs.: James Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa
*Fight card and line-up subject to change.
For all the latest and greatest news and notes on UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaCourt McGee vs. Constantinos Philippou added to UFC on FX 2
Hard-hitting middleweights Court McGee and Constantinos Philippou are heading Down Under.
UFC officials today announced that both fighters have verbally agreed to
the contest, and bout agreements are expected to be finalized shortly
for the UFC on FX 2 affair.
Featuring Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann and the semifinals of the
UFC's four-man flyweight tournament, UFC on FX 2 takes place March 3 at
Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieCourt McGee vs. Costa Philippou Slated for UFC on FX 2 in Australia
A middleweight matchup between The Ultimate Fighter 11 winner Court McGee and Costa Philippou has been booked for UFC on FX 2 on March 3 in Sydney, Australia, the UFC confirmed Tuesday.
McGee (13-1) scored a unanimous decision over Dongi Yang in September to improve to 3-0 inside the Octagon, while Philippou (9-2) bounced back from an unsuccessful debut with back-to-back wins over Jorge Rivera and Jared Hamman.
UFC on FX 2, which airs on FX on Friday, March 2 in the U.S., is headlined by welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann and also features flyweights Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyFabricio Camoes Steps In to Fight Reza Medadi at UFC on FX 1
Fabricio Camoes has replaced injured lightweight Rafaello Oliveira and will return to the Octagon against newcomer Reza Medadi at UFC on FX 1 on January 20 in Nashville, Tennessee, Tatame.com reported today.
Camoes (13-6-1) was dropped by the UFC following a draw to Caol Uno and loss to Kurt Pellegrino, but has since won back-to-back fight, including a May win over The Ultimate Fighter 8 winner Efrain Escudero. Madadi (11-2) has won six in a row, including wins over notables Junie Browning, Carlos Prater, and Rich Clementi.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller and also features heavyweights Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft and welterweights Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 2 fight card and rumors for 'Alves vs Kampmann' on March 3 in Australia
Event: UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann"Date: Sat., March 3, 2012, at 9 p.m. ET on FXLocation: Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia
Main event:
170 lbs.: Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann
Main card (FX):
125 lbs.: Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall125 lbs.: Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani205 lbs.: James Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa
Preliminary card (FUEL):
*TBA
*Fight card and line-up subject to change.
For all the latest and greatest news and notes on UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaJames Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa Added to UFC on FX 2
James Te Huna will head home to Sydney, Australia to face Aaron Rosa in a light heavyweight matchup at UFC on FX 2 on March 3, according to MMA Weekly.
Te Huna’s (13-5) first two UFC bouts took place in Australia with a win over Igor Pokrajac and loss to Alexander Gustafsson before scoring a 47-second KO of Ricardo Romero at UFC 135 in September. After dropping his Octagon debut to heavyweight Joey Beltran, Rosa (17-4) moved down to 205-pounds with a majority decision over Matt Lucas at UFC on Fox 1.
UFC on FX 2 is headlined by welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann and features flyweights Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: James Te Huna
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 2: James Te Huna vs Aaron Rosa possible for March 3 in Australia
A local light heavyweight will get his chance to shine in front of his home crowd once again, as a bout pitting James Te Huna vs. Aaron Rosa is now likely for the UFC on FX 2: "Alves vs. Kampmann" event scheduled to take place on March 3, 2012, in Sydney, Australia.
MMAWeekly.com brought word of the pending match-up a short while ago.
Te Huna comes in on the strength of a 47-second knockout victory over Ricardo Romero this past Sept. 24 at UFC 135. It marked his second victory in three fights inside the Octagon. He's appeared on both of the UFC's two trips to "The Land Down Under" so far. Why not make it three?
The man tasked with spoiling his homecoming is Aaron Rosa, the incredible shrinking (then growing then shrinking again) man. He's back at 205-pounds now and last earned a majority decision over Joey Beltran at UFC on Fox 1 back on Nov. 12.
UFC on FX 2, which will mark the promotion's second appearance on the cable television channel, will be headlined by a welterweight showdown pitting former title contender Thiago Alves against perennial mid-carder Martin Kampmann.
Stay tuned to MMAmania.com for more on this still-developing fight card.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaJames Te Huna Meets Aaron Rosa at UFC on FX 2
James Te Huna will return home to Australia for his next bout as he faces Aaron Rosa at UFC on FX 2 on March 3.
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Read the full article at MMA Weekly‘Tractor’ Oliveira Injured, Out of UFC on FX 1
Despite originally receiving clearance to compete at UFC on FX 1, it appears Rafaello Oliveira has withdrawn from his bout with Reza Madadi due to a nagging hand injury.
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Read the full article at SherdogRafaello Oliveira Out of UFC on FX 1 Fight against Reza Medadi
A hand injury has forced Brazilian lightweight Rafaello Oliveira out of his matchup against Swedish newcomer Reza Medadi that was slated for UFC on FX 1 on January 20 in Nashville, Tennessee, Oliveira announced Thursday.
Oliveira (14-5), who fights out of Knoxville, Tenn., went 1-2 in his first stint with the UFC before returning after four-straight wins, but has since suffered back-to-back losses to Gleison Tibau and Yves Edwards. Madadi (11-2) has won six in a row, including wins over notables Junie Browning, Carlos Prater, and Rich Clementi.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller and also features heavyweights Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft and welterweights Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Rafaello Oliveira
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyRafaello Oliveira Off UFC on FX Card
Despite an earlier doctor's clearance, Rafaello Oliveira's injured hand will prevent him from taking a fight at UFC on FX in January.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX 2 tickets on sale soon for 'Alves vs Kampmann' at Allphones Arena in Sydney on March 3
Tickets for UFC on FX: "Alves vs. Kampmann," which was recently made official for the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia, on Sat., March 3, 2012, will go on sale to the general public on Wed., Dec. 21, 2011, at 10 a.m. AEDT.
UFC Fight Club members and UFC Newsletter subscribers, naturally, will be able to scoop up tickets prior to them being available for public consumption.
UFC on FX 2, which will mark the promotion's second appearance on the cable television channel, will be headlined by a welterweight showdown pitting former title contender Thiago Alves against perennial mid-carder Martin Kampmann.
Also penciled in for the Fox fight card are the semifinals for the flyweight tournament featuring match-ups pitting Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
Here is the UFC on FX 2 tickets sales schedule:
UFC Fight Club presale: Mon., Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. AEDTUFC Newsletter presale: Tues., Dec. 20 at 10 a.m. AEDTGeneral tickets sale: Wed., Dec. 21 at 10 a.m. AEDT
UFC on FX 2 tickets can be purchased through StubHub.com (Note: StubHub often has seats available even if the event is "sold out"). It will also be available to watch on FX at 9 p.m. ET on fight night.
For the latest UFC on FX news and notes check out our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX 2, Alves vs. Kampmann Official for March 3 in Sydney, Australia
The UFC will return to Sydney, Australia on March 3 with UFC on FX 2 featuring a main event showdown between welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann, the UFC confirmed today.The event airs live on FX in the United States on Friday, March 2 due to the time difference.UFC on FX 2 also features the opening round of a four-man flyweight tournament to crown the promotion’s first 125-pound champion, as Demetrious Johnson meets Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez faces Yasuhiro Urushitani.The UFC drew more than 17,000 fans for both UFC 110 in 2010 and UFC 127 earlier this year at Sydney’s Allphones (formerly Acer) Arena.For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.Pictured: Thiago Alves
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 2: 'Alves vs Kampmann' official for March 3 at the Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is heading "down under" on March 3, 2012, for its UFC on FX 2 event booked for the AllPhones Arena in Sydney, Australia, featuring a fantastic welterweight slugfest between Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmannin in the main event.
The promotion announced the long-rumored fight card on Wednesday.
Alves (19-8) got back into the win column with a submission victory over Octagon rookie Papy Abedi at UFC 138: "Leben vs. Munoz" back on Nov. 5 in England. So too, did Kampmann (18-5), thanks to a hard-fought split decision win over Rick Story at UFC 139: "Henderson vs. Shogun" last month in San Jose.
UFC on FX 2 will also feature the opening round of the promotion's inaugural four-man flyweight tournament, featuring Demetrious Johnson vs. Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez vs. Yasuhiro Urushitani.
Stay tuned to MMAmania.com for more updates to the UFC on FX 2 fight card as they become available.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX: Alves vs. Kampmann Set for Sydney on March 3
The UFC will return to Sydney, Australia, site of UFC 110 and UFC 127, for its second card on the FX cable channel.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 2, Alves vs. Kampmann official for Allphones Arena in Sydney
As expected, UFC on FX 2 will take place March 3 at Allphones Arena in Sydney, Australia.
MMAjunkie.com first reported the destination this past week, and UFC executives today made it official.
In addition to the opening round of the inaugural flyweight tournament, UFC on FX 2 features a previously rumored welterweight headliner between Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC 142: Prelims to Air on FX
The UFC's first event of 2012 will also be the first that has its preliminary fights broadcast in full on television. The six bouts for January 14's UFC 142 undercard will be aired on FX. They are:
Thiago Tavares vs. Sam StoutMike Pyle vs. Paulo ThiagoFabio Maldonado vs. Stanislav NedkovRob Broughton vs. Ednaldo OliveiraFelipe Arantes vs. Antonio CarvalhoMichihiro Omigawa vs. Yuri Alcantara
With this event, the UFC will cease the streaming of preliminary fights over Facebook. And while watching the prelims over Facebook has certainly had its charms--there are, after all, fights that have what we might call a purely esoteric appeal, and so it's been convenient to watch those without taking over the living room for three straight hours--the new format should be a real pleasure for fans who want to share in the total experience with friends and family. It must be noted also that, with FX being one of the top cable stations in the U.S., this arrangement could prove to be something of a boon for the fighters, as well. One imagines that the relatively huge television audience FX provides would make those appearing on the prelims increasingly attractive to sponsors.
UFC 142 will be headlined by Jose Aldo in a title defense against Chad Mendes. The featherweights will be accompanied at the top of the bill by a middleweight attraction featuring Vitor Belfort and Anthony "Rumble" Johnson.
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Read the full article at Head Kick LegendUFC 142 Prelims To Air On FX
The UFC hits FX prior to UFC 142 with a six-fight Prelims broadcast featuring Sam Stout vs. Thiago Tavares.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC 142 prelims to air on FX
The six-bout preliminary card for next month's UFC 142 event in Brazil will air on FX.
Officials today confirmed the broadcast with MMAjunkie.com. MMAFighting.com first reported the plans on Tuesday.
UFC 142 takes place Jan. 14 at Rio de Janeiro's HSBC Arena. The main card, including a featherweight championship headliner between Jose Aldo and Chad Mendes, airs on pay-per-view.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC 142 Prelims To Air On FX With Six Fights
A day after announcing a new weekly UFC news show on Fuel TV, the promotion will make its debut on FX with the prelims for their first event of 2012: January 14th's UFC 142 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The FX broadcast will feature the following six fights:
Sam Stout vs. Thiago Tavares
Mike Pyle vs. Paulo Thiago
Fabio Maldonado vs. Stanislav Nedkov
Rob Broughton vs. Ednaldo Oliveira
Felipe Arantes vs. Antonio Carvalho
Yuri Alcantara vs. Michihiro Omigawa
This will officially end the Facebook era of streaming prelim fights, which kicked off with January's Fight For The Troops 2 event. While it's expected that Fuel will take over airing the vast majority of all the UFC prelim fights, FX got the nod for this one. Since September 2009 with UFC 103, Spike began to routinely air one-hour prelim events for a majority of pay-per-views while ION Network also aired two prelim shows in 2011.The UFC 142 pay-per-view is headlined by Featherweight Champion Jose Aldo vs. Chad Mendes, Vitor Belfort vs. Anthony Johnson, Rousimar Palhares vs. Mike Massenzio, Erick Silva vs. the debuting Siyar Bahadurzada and Terry Etim vs. Edson Barboza.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowReport: UFC 142 Prelims to air via FX channel on Jan. 14
UFC 142: "Aldo vs. Mendes," emanating from the HSBC Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Jan. 14, 2012, now has an official home for its preliminary card offerings.
Word out of MMA Fighting is that the entire UFC 142 undercard will shift from the Facebook live stream, home to UFC "Prelims" over the past several months, to the FX channel come fight night:
FUEL TV, who shares the same parent company, FOX, as FX, will broadcast the majority of UFC prelim bouts in 2012, however, the UFC 142 undercard will air on the network's sister channel, FX.
FUEL TV will air the weigh-ins live and a post-fight show immediately following the event.
In short, expect the FX channel to be a one-off for the upcoming UFC 142 Prelim fights before the promotion settles into its new undercard home on FUEL TV.
In the main event of the evening, Jose Aldo will defend his featherweight championship against top contender and suffocating wrestling Chad Mendes. In addition, super popular Brazilian banger Vitor Belfort will get his chance to show off in front of his native fans against middleweight debutant Anthony Johnson.
Here is the current UFC 142 fight card and line-up:
Main event:
145 lbs.: Jose Aldo vs. Chad Mendes
Main card (pay-per-view):
185 lbs.: Vitor Belfort vs. Anthony Johnson 170 lbs.: Siyar Bahadurzada vs. Erick Silva 155 lbs.: Edson Barboza vs. Terry Etim 185 lbs.: Rousimar Palhares vs. Mike Massenzio
Preliminary card (FX Channel):
170 lbs.: Paulo Thiago vs. Mike Pyle 205 lbs.: Fabio Maldonado vs. Stanislav Nedkov 155 lbs.: Thiago Tavares vs. Sam Stout 145 lbs.: Michihiro Omigawa vs. Yuri Alcantara 145 lbs.: Felipe Arantes vs. Antonio Carvalho 265 lbs.: Rob Broughton vs. Ednaldo Oliveira
MMAmania.com will provide LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the main card action on fight night (Sat., Jan. 14), which is slated to air at 9 p.m. ET on pay-per-view. The latest quick updates of the live action will begin to flow earlier than that around 6:30 p.m. ET with the preliminary bouts.
For the latest UFC 142 news and notes click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC 142: Aldo vs. Mendes Prelims Air in 2-Hour Special on FX
The UFC once again heads to Brazil on Jan 14 for UFC 142 and the prelims will be showcased in a two-hour special on FX.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC 142: Aldo vs. Mendes Prelims Air in 2-Hour Special on FX
The UFC once again heads to Brazil on Jan 14 for UFC 142 and the prelims will be showcased in a two-hour special on FX.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyFlyweights Johnson vs. McCall, Benavidez vs. Urushitani Set for UFC on FX 2
The flyweight division is officially coming to the UFC on March 3, as Demetrious Johnson will meet Ian McCall and Joseph Benavidez will face Yasuhiro Urushitani at UFC on FX 2 to determine the contenders for the UFC’s first 125-pound title, UFC President Dana White announced after UFC 140 on Saturday.
Johnson (9-2) was slated to face Eddie Wineland in January at UFC on Fox 2 after coming up short to bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz in October to snap a four-fight win streak, while McCall (11-2), known for his “Uncle Creepy” nickname, has won four-straight since losing to Cruz in the WEC in 2009.
Benavidez (15-2) also came up short to Cruz when they met last August, but has since won three-straight including an August win over Eddie Wineland. Urushitani (19-4-6) fought just once in 2011, scoring his fifth-straight win via second-round TKO in his native Japan.
UFC on FX 2 also features a showdown between top welterweights Martin Kampmann and Thiago Alves.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Demetrious Johnson
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyBrenneman-Roberts, Denis-Sandoval Confirmed for UFC on FX 1
Two new bouts have been added to the UFC on FX 1 fight card, as promotion officials Wednesday announced that welterweights Charlie Brenneman and Daniel Roberts will collide at the Jan. 20 event, as will bantamweights Nick Denis and Joseph Sandoval.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX 1 adds Sandoval vs. Denis, Roberts vs. Brenneman confirmed
A bantamweight bout between Joseph Sandoval and former World Victory Road/Sengoku fighter Nick Denis has been added to next month's UFC on FX 1 event.
Additionally, officials have confirmed a bout MMAjunkie.com previously reported: welterweights Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts.
UFC on FX 1 takes place Jan. 20 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieCastillo-Njokuani, Camozzi-Jacoby, Sandoval-Denis UFC Fights Announced
Danny Castillo has replaced an injured Ramsey Nijem and will face fellow lightweight Anthony Njokuani at UFC 141, middleweights Chris Camozzi and Dustin Jacoby will meet at UFC on Fox 2, and bantamweight Nick Denis will debut against Joseph Sandoval at UFC on FX 1, the UFC announced today.
The UFC also confirmed Charlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts for UFC on FX 1 and Stefan Struve vs. Dave Herman for UFC on FUEL 1.
UFC 141 takes place on Dec. 30 and is headlined by heavyweight contenders Brock Lesnar and Alistair Overeem, UFC on FX 1 is scheduled for January 20 featuring lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller, and UFC on Fox 2 takes place on January 28 with a tripleheader of Rashad Evans vs. Phil Davis, Chael Sonnen vs. Mark Munoz, and Michael Bisping vs. Demian Maia.
For the latest UFC news and UFC rumors stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Danny Castillo
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyCruz, Faber Tabbed as 'TUF 15' Coaches on FX in March
The UFC Tuesday announced that divisional kingpin Dominick Cruz will coach against rival Urijah Faber in the series' FX debut in March. The season will feature contestants competing in the lightweight and welterweight divisions.
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Read the full article at SherdogDominick Cruz and Urijah Faber Will Coach TUF 15 on FX
UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz and number one contender Urijah Faber will usher in the new live TUF era on FX.
The UFC announced tonight that Cruz and Faber will coach TUF 15 on FX.
“We’re producing ground-breaking television with The Ultimate Fighter LIVE and we can’t wait to kick this season off with FX in March,” UFC President Dana White said. “It’s going to be can’t-miss TV. Dominick Cruz and Urijah Faber are two incredible personalities who also happen to be two of the best fighters in the world. They genuinely dislike each other and I expect this to make for the best season yet.”
“We believe that Dana and Lorenzo (Fertitta), along with Executive Producer Craig Piligian, have come up with exciting new changes to the format of The Ultimate Fighter that will expand and grow the series,” said Chuck Saftler, Executive Vice President, FX Networks. “The fact that the fights at the end of each episode will now be televised live is certain to create a sense of urgency for UFC fans. Furthermore, the move of TUF to Friday nights will provide a great ratings boost to the network.”
Both Cruz and Faber seem excited about the opportunity.
“Anyone who knows me knows that I’m a gym rat and love learning and teaching mixed martial arts,” Cruz, who trains at Alliance MMA in San Diego, said. “This is a dream come true. To get a chance to coach TUF and beat Faber again is all the motivation I need. This is going to be an insane season of The Ultimate Fighter.”
“I can’t wait to be the next coach on The Ultimate Fighter,” Faber, whose gym in Sacramento has helped produce UFC stars Benavidez, Chad Mendes and Danny Castillo, said. “I am looking forward to mentoring a bunch of hungry and talented fighters. The new cast needs to be ready to work hard and learn! Having Dominick coach on the opposite side couldn’t be more perfect. I’m not too thrilled about being in each other’s space for an extended period of time, as I am sure we are going to get on each other’s nerves. But I can’t wait to mentally beat him up as a coach, and then literally beat him up in the cage and swipe that UFC strap.”
TUF 15 will kick off on Friday, March 9, at 9pm ET/PT on FX with a two-hour season premiere. Subsequent one-hour episodes will air each Friday night at 10pm ET/PT on FX. The season will span 13 weeks and will feature live fights between the lightweight and welterweight participants at the end of each episode.
What do you think of the coaching selection?
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertCruz and Faber Named Coaches for TUF 15
The inaugural season of the 'Ultimate Fighter' on FX will debut on March 9 and the coaches have now been named.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyDaniel Roberts fighting Charlie Brenneman at UFC on FX 1
The “Ninja” is back!
After fighting off injuries, UFC welterweight Daniel Roberts confirmed via Twitter that he will meet Charlie Brenneman on January 20 at UFC on FX 1. Roberts and Brenneman both find themselves coming off losses as they look to clash in Nashville.
Roberts won over fans with his impressive submission wins over Mike Guymon and Greg Soto, but two losses in a row followed by a lengthy injury layoff have left the Graciefighter sitting on the edge of UFC oblivion.
Roberts Struggles with Second Decision Defeat
Brenneman, on the other hand, emerged as a new threat at 170 pounds when he easily handled a surprised Rick Story in June and emerged victorious. However, he fell down to Earth at the hands (and head-kicks) of Anthony Johnson in his most recent Octagon appearance.
Both fighters are well-versed on the ground, creating a match-up poised to be a good wrestling vs. BJJ tilt.
UFC on FX 1 takes place on January 20 from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee and is set to be headlined by apt grappler Jim Miller mixing it up with heavy-handed Melvin Guillard in a lightweight duel with contendership implications.
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Read the full article at Fighters.comCharlie Brenneman Meets Daniel Roberts at UFC on FX 1
UFC welterweights Charlie Brenneman and Daniel Roberts will square off at UFC on FX 1 in January.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMACharlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts targeted for UFC on FX 1
A welterweight bout between Charlie Brenneman and Daniel Roberts has been added to the UFC's first event broadcast on FOX affiliate FX.
Sources close to the event today confirmed the matchup to MMAjunkie.com. Roberts also confirmed the bout on his official Twitter account.
UFC on FX 1 takes place Jan. 20 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn. The event's main card airs live on FX while preliminary fights air on FUEL TV.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieBrenneman vs. Roberts On Tap for UFC on FX 1
Welterweights Charlie Brenneman and Daniel 'Ninja' Roberts will square off as a part of the UFC on FX 1 undecard on Jan 20 from Nashville.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyCharlie Brenneman vs. Daniel Roberts Slated for UFC on FX 1
A matchup between welterweights looking to rebound from recent losses is slated for UFC on FX 1, as Charlie Brenneman and Daniel Roberts are expected to meet at the January 20 event in Nashville, according to Ariel Helwani at NBC Sports.
Brenneman (14-3) suffered a first-round knockout to Anthony Johnson in October after upsetting Rick Story on short-notice in June for his second-straight win. Roberts (12-3) is coming off back-to-back losses to Claude Patrick and Rich Attonito after three-straight wins.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller and also includes heavyweights Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft and welterweights Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Charlie Brenneman
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX 1 Tickets On Sale This Week, Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller Headlines
UFC on FX 1 is official.
UFC on FX 1 “Guillard vs. Miller” is scheduled to take place at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee on Saturday, January 20, and will air live on FX at 9pm ET/6pm PT. The card will be headlined by a lightweight fight between Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller.
“For our first live event on FX, we wanted to deliver an incredible fight for the fans and Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller should be a war,” UFC President Dana White said. “These are two of the top ranked lightweights in the UFC and both have a lot on the line as they want to get back in the title picture. Miller is known for relentless pressure. There is absolutely no quit in him. He has won Fight of the Night and Submission of the Night awards. Melvin Guillard is one of the most explosive athletes in the lightweight division. He has won the Knockout of the Night award twice. I expect more awards to be won in this fight.”
Other match-ups announced for the card include Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer and Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft.
Ticket info below.
UFC Fight Club Presale: Wednesday, November 30, 10am CT
UFC Newsletter Presale: Thursday, December 1, 10am CT
Public On-Sale Date: Friday, December 2, 10am CT
Tickets will be priced at $175, $125, $90, $65, $40 and $25. They can be purchased at the Bridgestone Arena box office or online at BridgestoneArena.com. Tickets are also available online at TicketMaster.com, by phone at 800-745-3000, and at all Ticketmaster outlets including select Kroger locations.
The latest UFC on FX 1 fight card and event info can be found in our fight cards section.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC on FX 1 Official, Tickets On Sale
The Ultimate Fighting Championship on Wednesday made UFC on FX 1 official, announcing several bouts and ticket availability.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyMartin Kampmann confirmed for fight with Thiago Alves at UFC on FX 2
The UFC is wasting no time in putting together cards for the beginning of 2012, as the organization announced recently that Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann will meet at UFC on FX 2, an event already slated for March 3 despite UFC on FX 1 still being two months away.
There is no location or venue planned for the second card on FX Network, and the Alves-Kampmann bout is the first announced fight.
Alves (19-8) rebounded from a loss to Rick Story at UFC 130 back in May to stop undefeated newcomer Papy Abedi with a Rear-Naked Choke in the first round. Since challenging UFC welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre for the belt in 2009 “The Pitbull” has gone just 2-2 inside the Octagon and hasn’t nearly been the finishing machine he was once perceived as.
Kampmann (18-5) put an end to a two-fight losing skid by earning a decision victory over Story at UFC 139 earlier this month. “The Hitman” had suffered decision defeats to Diego Sanchez and Jake Shields prior to the win against Story.
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Read the full article at Five Ounces of PainThiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann Confirmed for UFC on FX 2 in March
A rumored matchup between top welterweights Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann is now official, as the UFC announced today that Alves and Kampmann will square off at the second UFC on FX event in early March.
UFC on FX 2 is expected to take place on March 3, which was recently reported as the likely date for UFC 145 is Sydney, Australia. It’s not yet known whether UFC on FX 2 would still take place in Sydney or if the UFC’s return to Australia will be pushed back.
Alves and Kampmann are both coming off November wins, as Kampann (18-5) topped Rick Story at UFC 139 to rebound from losses to Diego Sanchez and Jake Shields, while Alves (19-8) bounced back from a loss to Story, his third loss in four fights, with a first-round submission of newcome Papy Abedi at UFC 138.
Alves vs. Kampmann is the first bout confirmed for the UFC on FX 2 fight card.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 2 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC Returns to Nashville January 20
The Ultimate Fighting Championship® announced today that it will return to Nashville, Tenn. on Friday, Jan. 20, as lightweight contenders Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller collide in the night’s main event from Bridgestone Arena. The Octagon’s return to “Music City” also coincides with the UFC’s first ever event on FX. UFC® on FX: GUILLARD vs. MILLER airs live on the network as part of a two-hour broadcast beginning at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT.“For our first live event on FX, we wanted to deliver an incredible fight for the fans and Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller should be a war,” UFC President Dana White said. “These are two of the top ranked lightweights in the UFC and both have a lot on the line as they want to get back in the title picture. Miller is known for relentless pressure. There is absolutely no quit in him.He has won Fight of the Night and Submission of the Night awards. Melvin Guillard is one of the most explosive athletes in the lightweight division. He has won the Knockout of the Night award twice. I expect more awards to be won in this fight.”“Dana, Lorenzo and Frank have given us an outstanding card for the inaugural UFC on FX telecast,” said Chuck Saftler, Executive Vice President, FX Networks. “UFC is a marquee franchise and will be a significant property for the network. Between our live fight cards and the launch of the new version of The Ultimate Fighter in March, we’re excited about the UFC joining our lineup and the match-up between Guillard and Miller on January 20th is a great way to kick it off.”The Nashville card will also feature an exciting welterweight bout between Duane “Bang” Ludwig and Josh “The Dentist” Neer, as well as an explosive heavyweight tilt pitting Pat “HD” Barry against Christian Morecraft. Tickets for UFC®on FX: GUILLARD vs. MILLER go on sale Friday, Dec. 2 at 10 a.m. CT and are priced at $175, $125, $90, $65, $40 and $25. Tickets will be available at the Bridgestone Arena box office or online at www.bridgestonearena.com. Tickets are also available online at www.TicketMaster.com, by phone at 800-745-3000, and at all Ticketmaster outlets including select Kroger locations. Ticket prices do not include service charges.UFC® Fight Club™ members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets to this event Wednesday, Nov. 30 starting at 10 a.m. CT via the website www.ufcfightclub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers on Thursday, Dec. 1 starting at 10 a.m. CT. To access this presale, users must register for the UFC newsletter by entering their email address in the "Join Newsletter" field at the top of ufc.com.One of the most exciting and explosive fighters in the sport, Melvin Guillard (fighting out of Albuquerque, NM by way of New Orleans, La.) returns to the Octagon® in hopes of igniting another run at UFC gold. With past wins over Dennis Siver, Jeremy Stephens, Evan Dunham and Shane Roller, “The Young Assassin” looks to bring his hard-hitting and crowd-pleasing style to Nashville. The 28-year-old knows a win over Miller will return him to the thick of the 155-pound title hunt.“The fans in Nashville better be ready for fireworks when me and Miller go at it,” Guillard (46-10-3, 1 NC) said. “I see Fight of the Year written all over this one. I’ve got a lot of respect for him and I know how phenomenal he is inside the Octagon, but I’ve wanted this fight for a while and I’ll be ready. This is a great opportunity for me and I’m honored to be a part of history in headlining the first ever UFC on FX event.”Jim Miller (fighting out of Whippany, N.J.), a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu who holds wins over Kamal Shalorus, Mark Bocek, Matt Wiman and Duane Ludwig, has used his technique to control and finish many of his opponents during his impressive run in the UFC. A winner of seven of his last eight fights, Miller looks to pick up where he left off and continue his dominance in the lightweight division. Nothing would make him happier than finishing Guillard via submission in Tennessee.“Melvin has proven that he’s a dangerous opponent, but he’s also proven that his weaknesses can cost him and his weaknesses are my strengths,” said Miller, whose record currently stands at 20-3. “We’re going to show the fans in Nashville and the fans watching on FX why we were chosen to headline this event. You’ve got two of the best guys in the division in a fight that I highly doubt will go the distance. Don’t blink because this thing could end at any moment.” After back-to-back wins over Amir Sadollah and Nick Osipczak, Duane Ludwig (fighting out of Denver, Colo.) is looking to keep his winning streak intact by adding another victory to his record of 29-11. An elite kickboxer, “Bang” will no doubt try to keep the fight standing when he goes toe-to-toe with the always dangerous Josh Neer (fighting out of Des Moines, Iowa). “The Dentist” recently returned to the UFC and earned a hard-fought win over Keith Wisniewski in October to bring his record to 32-10-1.Heavyweight Pat Barry (fighting out of Alexandria, Minn. by way of New Orleans, La.) is known for his exciting bouts no matter the outcome. Equally as entertaining outside the Octagon as he is dangerous inside, “HD” is always on the lookout for a highlight reel knockout. After participating in two of the most memorable bouts of 2011 against Cheick Kongo and Stefan Struve, Barry (6-4) plans on having his hand raised when he takes on Christian Morecraft (fighting out of Hyannis, Mass.). Standing 6’6” with a record of 7-2, the Washington, D.C. native has made an immediate impact in the UFC, including an impressive submission victory over Sean McCorkle last March. He now has his sights set on Barry to kick off the New Year.
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Mike Brown vs Vagner Rocha at UFC on FX1
Former WEC champion Mike Brown will return to action at UFC on FX1.Brown (25-8) faces Vagner Rocha (7-2), who is dropping to the featherweight division...
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Read the full article at Fighters OnlyThiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann at UFC on FX 2, Diego Sanchez vs. Jake Ellenberger at UFC on FUEL TV 1
A pair of welterweight match-ups — Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann and Diego Sanchez vs. Jake Ellenberger — were reported this past week, but it was previously unknown which events they would compete at. Well, it looks like we have some answers.
The UFC has confirmed that Alves and Kampmann will face off on the second FX fight night card, which is believed to be titled UFC on FX 2. The UFC didn’t specify the exact date, but several reports have indicated that it would take place on March 3. The venue is still unknown.
As for Sanchez-Ellenberger fight, MMA Junkie is reporting that it will headline a Feb. 15 card on FUEL TV. Nothing is set in stone yet, but Omaha’s CenturyLink Center is the leading candidate to host the event. Perhaps I missed something during the big FOX deal announcement, but I wasn’t even aware they were doing full live events on FUEL TV, just prelim specials and some overseas stuff. Apparently I was wrong. It’s kind of a bummer since I can’t get FUEL TV and I’m guessing the majority of you can’t either.
It’s actually been a pretty big week for fight announcements/reports. Here’s a quick recap:
UFC on FX 1: Jorge Rivera vs. Eric Shafer official
UFC on FX 1: Mike Brown vs. Vagner Rocha official
UFC on FX 1: Ryan Jimmo vs. Karlos Vemola official
UFC on FX 1: Reza Madadi vs. Rafaello Oliviera official
UFC on FX 1: Kamal Shalorus vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov
UFC on FOX 2: John Olav Einemo vs. Mike Russow
UFC 143: Carlos Condit vs. Josh Koscheck official
UFC 143: Rob Broughton vs. Ednaldo Oliveira official
UFC 143: Rafael ‘Sapo’ Natal vs. Michael Kuiper
UFC on FUEL TV 1: Diego Sanchez vs. Jake Ellenberger
UFC on FX 2: Thiago Alves vs. Martin Kampmann official
Friendly reminder: We post all the fight announcements on our Twitter feed, which you can also catch towards the bottom of our homepage.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertSchafer-Rivera, Brown-Rocha, Jimmo-Vemola Set for UFC on FX 1
Three new contests have been added to the fight bill for UFC on FX 1, Ultimate Fighting Championship officials announced Tuesday.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX 1 books Ryan Jimmo vs Karlos Vemola for Jan. 20 in Nashville
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has a new fighter debuting at its inaugural UFC on FX 1 event on Jan. 20, 2012, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
He's a pretty "Big Deal."
Ryan Jimmo, of Maximum Fighting Championship (MFC) fame, will make his highly-anticipated debut against Karlos Vemola when the UFC invades "Music City." Jimmo was pounded out in his debut fight back in 2007 before erupting for a 15-fight winning streak, where he now stands at 16-1.
Standing in his way is Vemola, who has struggled under the Zuffa banner after terrorizing the European circuit from 2008-10. "The Terminator" is 1-2 as a UFC employee (7-2 overall) with his lone win coming at the expense of Seth Petruzelli back at UFC 122.
UFC on FX, which will mark the promotion's inaugural effort on the FOX-owned network, will be headlined by two top lightweight contenders, Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard, who both had their 155-pound title-challenging aspirations dashed with disappointing losses in their most recent performances.
Also penciled in for the FX fight card is a heavyweight battle between Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, as well as a welterweight slugfest that pits Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig.
For more news and notes on the upcoming UFC on FX card click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaAlves-Kampmann Welterweight Clash on Tap for UFC on FX 2 in March
A welterweight matchup between Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann is slated for the UFC’s second appearance on cable network FX in 2012.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX 2 Fight Card Rumors
Rumored fight card for UFC on FX 2 on March 3, 2012.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyAlves vs. Kampmann Official for UFC on FX 2
Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann are now confirmed to do battle in early March at the second UFC on FX event.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyRyan Jimmo Signs With UFC, Debuts vs. Karlos Vemola at UFC on FX 1
Canadian light heavyweight standout Ryan Jimmo has signed with the UFC and will make his debut at UFC on FX 1 in January against Karlos Vemola.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 1 Adds Rivera-Schafer, Brown-Rocha, Jimmo-Vemola
Three more matchups are official for the UFC on FX 1 fight card, as middleweight Jorge Rivera faces Eric Schafer, former WEC featherweight champ Mike Brown meets Vagner Rocha, and light heavyweight Ryan Jimmo debuts against Karlos Vemola at the Jan. 20 event in Nashville, Tennessee, the UFC announced Tuesday.
Rivera (18-9) suffered losses to Michael Bisping and Constantinos Philippou in 2011 following three-straight wins, while Schaffer (12-6-2) returned to the Octagon with a decision loss to Aaron Simpson in October.
Brown (25-8) earned a unanimous decision over Nam Phan in August for his first UFC win after back-to-back losses, while Rocha (7-2) rebounded from a debut loss to Donald Cerrone with a submission of Cody McKenzie in September.
Jimmo (16-1) defended his title in Canada’s MFC promotion over Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou in October for his 16th-straight win, while Vemola (8-2) followed a win over Seth Petruzelli with a loss to Ronny Markes in August.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller and also features heavyweights Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft and welterweights Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Jorge Rivera
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyMFC Champ Ryan Jimmo Added to UFC on FX 1
Top Canadian light heavyweight Ryan Jimmo is headed to the Octagon as part of the ever-expanding UFC on FX 1 fight card.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyMore Fights Added to UFC’s FX Debut in Nashville
More fights have been added to the UFC's return to Nashville for its FX debut, including former featherweight champ Mike Brown vs. Vagner Rocha.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAUFC on FX 1 fight card adds 'Rivera vs Schafer' and 'Brown vs Rocha' on Jan. 20
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) will make its debut on FX on Jan. 20, 2012, from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. And with that date just around the corner, the fight card is filling up quickly.
A pair of fights were added to the event today, as announced by the promotion on its website, including a middleweight mash up pitting Jorge Rivera against Eric Schafer.
Rivera, who briefly flirted with retirement following consecutive losses to Michael Bisping and Constantinos Philippou, respectively, has decided to give it one more go. A loss likely means the end of his fighting career.
The same could be said for his opponent, Schafer, who is struggling through a 1-3 stretch. Just 3-5 in two separate stints with the UFC, "Red" recently made his middleweight debut and hopes to find a home there.
A featherweight match-up has also been added to the card.
Mike Brown brought himself back from the brink of unemployment by staving off a three-fight losing streak back at UFC 133 with a win over Nam Phan.
He'll look to continue his trek back up the featherweight ladder against Vagner Rocha.
Rocha, who will be making his debut in the division following a submission win over Cody McKenzie this past Sept. 17 at UFC Fight Night 25, has split a pair of bouts inside the Octagon. A win over a former 145-pound champion could catapult him to the front of the featherweight line.
Stay tuned.
UFC on FX, which will mark the promotion's inaugural effort on the FOX-owned network, will be headlined by two top lightweight contenders, Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard, who both had their 155-pound title-challenging aspirations dashed with disappointing losses in their most recent performances.
Also penciled in for the FX fight card is a heavyweight battle between Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, as well as a welterweight slugfest that pits Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig.
For more news and notes on the upcoming UFC on FX card click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaMike Brown Tries to Get Mojo Back at UFC on FX 1
UFC officials on Tuesday announced that former WEC featherweight champion Mike Brown has been added to the inaugural UFC on FX fight card.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyJorge Rivera vs. Eric Schafer targeted for UFC on FX 1
You can't keep good men down.
Sources close to the event today told MMAjunkie.com
that middleweights Jorge Rivera and Eric Schafer have verbally agreed to meet at UFC on FX 1.
Contracts are expected shortly.
"UFC on FX 1: Guillard vs. Miller takes place Jan. 20 at Bridgestone
Arena in Nashville, Tenn., and its main card airs live on FX.
Preliminary bouts are expected to air on FUEL TV.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieUFC on FX 1 fight card and rumors for 'Guillard vs Miller' on Jan. 20 in Nashville
Event: UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs Miller" Date: Fri., Jan. 20, 2012 on FX Location: Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee
Main Event:
155 lbs.: Melvin Guillard vs. Jim Miller
Main Card (FX):
170 lbs.: Duane Ludwig vs. Josh Neer265 lbs.: Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft155 lbs.: Charles Oliveira vs. Robert Peralta
Preliminary Card (May not be televised):
155 lbs.: Kamal Shalorus vs Khabib Nurmagomedov 145 lbs.: Reza Madadi vs. Rafaello Oliveira Remainder TBA
**Fight card and line up subject to change**
For more on UFC on FX 1: "Guillard vs Miller" be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX poster for 'Guillard vs Miller' at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on Jan. 20
UFC on FX: "Miller vs. Guillard" is set to take place at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., on Fri., Jan. 20, 2011, marking the promotion's inaugural "Fight Night" effort on the FOX-owned network rather than on Spike TV.
Two top lightweight contenders, Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard, will headline the event and look to continue their march back to the top of the 155-pound totem pole. Also penciled in for the UFC on FX 1 fight card is a heavyweight battle between Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, as well as a welterweight slugfest that pits Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig.
For all the latest news and notes on UFC on FX 1 be sure to hit up our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaThiago Alves vs Martin Kampmann added to UFC on FX 2
Thiago Alves and Martin Kampmann have been confirmed for UFC on FX 2.The fight was announced today by the UFC. A date and location have not yet been set...
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Read the full article at Fighters OnlyUFC on FX 1 Fight Card Shaping Up
The UFC's huge broadcast deal with Fox means that the bulk of live UFC coverage will be moving from Spike to the FX Network. The first live card to air on FX will take place on January 20th in Nashville's Bridgestone Arena. The main event will see two top lightweight contenders looking to get back in the win column as Jim Miller will face off with Melvin Guillard. This will only be a three-round fight, despite Dana White stating earlier this year that all main events will be five rounds. The card only has about half of the bouts announced so far, so you can expect a little more star power to be added soon.
Jan 20th, live on FX from Nashville, TN:
Jim Miller (20-3) vs. Melvin Guillard (29-9-2)
Duane Ludwig (21-11) vs. Josh Neer (32-10-1)
Pat Barry (6-4) vs. Christian Morecraft (7-2)
Kamal Shalorus (7-1-2) vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov (16-0)
Reza Madadi (11-2) vs. Rafaello Oliveira (14-5)
More SBN coverage of UFC on FX 1
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowTickets For UFC on FX 1 on Sale Dec. 2
Tickets go on sale next week for the UFC's first foray onto the FX network.
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Read the full article at Heavy MMAShalorus Meets Newcomer Nurmagomedov at UFC on FX 1
Kamal Shalorus returns to the cage on Jan. 20, promotion officials announced Thursday, as the “Prince of Persia” welcomes unbeaten Habib Nurmagomedov to the Octagon at UFC on FX 1.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX: Kamal Shalorus vs Khabib Nurmagomedov booked for Jan. 20 in Nashville
The UFC on FX fight card continues to take shape with a recent lightweight addition that pits Kamal Shalorus against promotion newcomer Khabib Nurmagomedov on Jan. 20, 2012, from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
From UFC.com:
"Undefeated Russian fighter Khabib Nurmagomedov has verbally agreed to make his UFC debut against powerful wrestler Kamal ‘Prince of Persia' Shalorus January 20 in Nashville," said UFC President Dana White.
Shalorus (7-1-2) is looking to rebound from the first loss of his career, a technical knockout stoppage to top-ranked lightweight Jim Miller at UFC 128 earlier this year.
"The Prince of Persia" is a decorated International wrestler and former WEC title contender.
Standing in his way is Nurmagomedov, who knows a thing or two about fighting overseas. He's currently undefeated at 16-0 after competing under the M-1 Global and ProFC banners, among others.
UFC on FX, which will mark the promotion's inaugural effort on the FOX-owned network, will be headlined by two top lightweight contenders, Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard, who both had their 155-pound title-challenging aspirations dashed with disappointing losses in their most recent performances.
Also penciled in for the FX fight card is a heavyweight battle between Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, as well as a welterweight slugfest that pits Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig.
For more news and notes on the upcoming UFC on FX card click here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaKamal Shalorus Meets Undefeated Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC on FX 1
Kamal Shalorus will look for his first UFC win when the lightweight WEC veteran welcomes undefeated Russian Khabib Nurmagomedov to the Octagon at UFC on FX 1 on January 20 in Nashville, Tennessee, the UFC announced Thursday.
Shalorus (7-1-2) suffered a third-round TKO to 155-pound contender Jim Miller in his UFC debut in June after a 3-0-1 run in the WEC that included a December win over Bart Palaszewski.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller and also features heavyweights Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft and welterweights Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyKamal Shalorus vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov on Tap for UFC on FX 1
Kamal Shalorus will return to the cage for the first time in 10 months when he faces Russian Combat Sambo champion Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC on Fox 1. Nurmagomedov signed a six-fight deal with the UFC last week. UFC.com has the news:
"Undefeated Russian fighter Khabib Nurmagomedov has verbally agreed to make his UFC debut against powerful wrestler Kamal ‘Prince of Persia’ Shalorus January 20 in Nashville," said UFC President Dana White.
Nurmagomedov, a 23-year-old who is undefeated in his career at 16-0, recently joined AMA Fight Club in New Jersey and will prepare for his bout with a camp that includes the Miller brothers and Charlie Brenneman. Nurmagomedov competed seven times in 2011 and finished all of them.
Shalorus is best-known for his WEC stint which saw him go 3-0-1. He debuted in the UFC at UFC 126 against Jim Miller, and took the first loss of his career via third-round TKO. Miller will be in the main event of the UFC on FX 1 card, facing Melvin Guillard in a three-round bout.
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Read the full article at Bloody ElbowReza Madadi signs with UFC, expected to fight at UFC on FX 1
Top Swedish lightweight prospect Reza Madadi has
signed a multi-fight deal with the Ultimate Fighting Championship and is
expected to make a January debut.
MMAjunkie.com confirmed the signing, which was first reported by MMAViking.com, with UFC officials.
Madadi is expected to make his debut at January's UFC on FX 1 event,
though his opponent has yet to be officially determined. Brazilian vet
Rafaello Oliveira is said to be a leading candidate.
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieKamal Shalorus Welcomes Undefeated Russian at UFC on FX 1
Kamal Shalorus, in search of his first Octagon victory, welcomes a top, undefeated Russian prospect to UFC on FX 1 in Nashville.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyKamal Shalorus slated for action in January on FX
WEC stand-out Kamal Shalorus will have a chance in January to scratch his itch to compete after being sidelined since an April loss to Jim Miller when he faces undefeated Russian prospect Khabib Nurmagomedov when the UFC makes its debut on FX.
Shalorus vs. Nurmagomedov has been officially announced by the organization and will join a lineup headlined by Miller taking on knockout machine Melvin Guillard.
UFC Announces Plans for FX
The loss to Miller was the first of the 7-1-2 Shalorus’ career, a fact no doubt adding even more fuel to his internal fire. Though an accomplished wrestler, Shalorus has strayed from the normal and shown a preference to strike rather than rely on his grappling to lay-and-prey his way to victory. He holds past wins over Dave Jansen and Bart Palaszewski.
At 16-0, including seven wins in 2011, Nurmagomedov is one of MMA’s most intriguing up-and-comers. Twelve of his triumphs have involved some form of stoppage including his entire run this year with an even split between TKOs/submissions.
Other match-ups expected for UFC on FX 1 include Christian Morecraft vs. Pat Barry and Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig.
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Read the full article at Fighters.comUFC on FX tickets for 'Miller vs. Guillard' on sale soon for Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on Jan. 20
Tickets for UFC on FX: "Miller vs. Guillard," which was recently made official for the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., on Fri., Jan. 20, 2011, will go on sale to the general public on Fri., Dec. 2, 2011, at 10 a.m. CT.
UFC Fight Club members and UFC Newsletter subscribers, naturally, will be able to scoop up tickets prior to them being available for public consumption.
UFC on FX, which will mark the promotion's inaugural effort on the FOX-owned network, will be headlined by two top lightweight contenders, Jim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard, who both had their 155-pound title-challenging aspirations dashed with disappointing losses in their most recent performances.
Also penciled in for the FX fight card is a heavyweight battle between Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft, as well as a welterweight slugfest that pits Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig.
Here is the UFC on FX tickets sales schedule:
UFC Fight Club presale: Weds., Nov. 30 at 10 a.m. CT UFC Newsletter presale: Thurs., Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. CT General tickets sale: Fri., Dec. 2 at 10 a.m. CT
UFC on FX tickets can be purchased through StubHub.com (Note: StubHub often has seats available even if the event is "sold out"). It will also be available to watch on UFC on FX at 9 p.m. ET on fight night.
For the latest UFC on FX news and notes check out our event archive right here.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaRafaello Oliveira Faces Reza Madadi at UFC on FX
A featherweight bout has been added to the UFC debut card on FX with Swedish based fighter Reza Madadi making his Octagon debut against Rafaello Oliveira.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyRafaello Oliveira Meets Newcomer Reza Medadi at UFC on FX 1
Rafaello “Tractor” Oliveira will look to keep his second chance with the UFC alive when the Brazilian lightweight is set to welcome Swedish prospect Reza Medadi to the Octagon at UFC on FX 1 on Jan. 20 in Nashville, Tennessee, according to MMANytt.se.
Oliveira (14-5) went 1-2 in his first stint with the UFC before returning after four-straight wins, but has suffered back-to-back losses to Gleison Tibau and Yves Edwards. Madadi (11-2) has won six in a row, including wins over notables Junie Browning, Carlos Prater, and Rich Clementi.
UFC on FX 1 is headlined by lightweights Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller and also features heavyweights Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft and welterweights Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyDetails Emerge for UFC on Fox 2 and UFC on FX
Details have begun to emerge for the UFC's first shows of 2012 under the Fox and FX banners respectively.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyDana White Predicts Double the Viewers for Ultimate Fighter on FX
UFC President Dana White is expecting big things when the 'Ultimate Fighter' moves over to FX. As a matter of fact, he believes double the number of viewers after the switch.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyJim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard headlining UFC show in January on FX
The UFC has a main event for the first FX Network show in January, as lightweights Jim Miller and Melvin Guillard will meet in a classic grappler vs. striker affair.
UFC on FX 1 is rumored to be going down January 20 from Nashville, Tennessee. It will be the first of several live cards scheduled for FX as part of the new UFC-FOX Network television deal.
Miller and Guillard were right near the top of the UFC 155-pound division rankings, however, both men suffered tough losses this past year. Miller was stopped by Ben Henderson via decision in August, while Guillard suffered an opening round submission defeat to Joe Lauzon at UFC 136.
This marks the third fight scheduled for UFC on FX, as Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft and Josh Neer vs. Duane Ludwig were announced earlier for the card.
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Read the full article at Five Ounces of PainUFC on FX 1 Headliner Set with Lightweights Miller, Guillard
The UFC’s debut on cable station FX will be headlined by a pivotal lightweight confrontation between Jim Miller and Melvin Guillard, promotion officials announced Thursday
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Read the full article at SherdogJim Miller vs. Melvin Guillard Will Headline UFC on FX 1
Jim Miller and Melvin Guillard, two recent top contenders in the lightweight division, just fell short of nabbing a title shot against Frankie Edgar.
Heartbreaking no doubt, but the UFC has offered them a consolation prize — a headlining bout on the UFC’s first ever FX fight night card.
The main event for the UFC’s first FX event in January promises to be one to remember, as lightweight contenders Jim Miller and Melvin Guillard square off in a venue to be announced.
“Two of the top ranked lightweights in the UFC have verbally agreed to square off in the main event on FX, as top ten ranked Jim Miller takes on explosive fan favorite Melvin ‘The Young Assassin’ Guillard,” said UFC President Dana White.
Despite its main event status, the fight is only scheduled for three rounds, according to the UFC’s Twitter feed.
It’s still not official, but UFC on FX 1 is expected to take place at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee on Jan. 20.
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Read the full article at MMA ConvertUFC on FX 1 Fight Card Rumors
Rumored fight card for UFC on FX 1 at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, on January 20, 2012.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX: Melvin Guillard vs Jim Miller booked for main event on Jan. 20 in Nashville
Better late than never.
Melvin Guillard and Jim Miller flirted with the idea of a match-up all throughout 2011 but, for various reasons, the bout never came to be. Not the case in 2012.
That's because the two have been paired off for a lightweight battle on Jan. 20 as the main event of the UFC's debut effort on FX in Nashville, Tennessee.
That's according to the promotion itself, which announced the contest on Twitter earlier today.
Both Miller and Guillard were on the fast track to a title shot before suffering heartbreaking losses in their last fights. The former dropped a unanimous decision to current 155-pound title challenger Ben Henderson while the latter was submitted in short order by Joe Lauzon.
Despite the losses, the division still has plenty of room for advancement and delivering an exciting slugfest in the main event of the UFC's debut on FX would go a long way for either man.
The FX card has already lined up a heavyweight battle between Pat Barry and Christian Morecraft as well as a welterweight slugfest that pits Josh Neer against Duane Ludwig.
Barry is coming off back-to-back losses to Cheick Kongo and Stefan Struve. The stocky and cocky kickboxer may not be on the chopping block just yet, but a third consecutive loss certainly won't do him any favors, either.
Matt Mitrione entered the "World of Morecraft" and left with a knockout win back at UFC on Versus 4, dropping Morecraft to just 1-2 inside the Octagon. A loss in "HD" and it's likely curtains on his Zuffa career.
Also fighting for a spot on the roster -- albeit a much higher one -- is Josh Neer. The welterweight "Dentist" has strung together five straight wins, all of them stoppages, including a technical knockout finish over Keith Wisniewski just last month.
He'll get his favorite type of opponent after the new year, someone who likes to stand and "Bang," as Duane Ludwig is riding high after outperforming Nick Osipczak and Amir Sadollah in recent bouts.
Four tough competitors, two great fights. And now one seriously explosive main event.
Stay tuned to MMAmania.com for more details on the UFC on FX debut, which is part of the promotion's seven year, $100 million broadcast agreement with the FOX network, as they become available.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaGuillard vs Miller for UFC on FX
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Read the full article at RedditUFC on FX planned for the Bridgestone Arena on Jan. 20 in Nashville, Tennessee
See you in "Music City."
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) recently announced a pair of upcoming bouts for its UFC on FX network debut, which is tentatively scheduled for Jan. 20, 2012, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
Steve Cofield of Yahoo! Sports brought word of the date and location back on Wednesday.
The FX card has already lined up a heavyweight battle between Pat Barry and Christian Morecraft as well as a welterweight slugfest that pits Josh Neer against Duane Ludwig.
Barry (6-4) is coming off back-to-back losses to Cheick Kongo and Stefan Struve. The stocky and cocky kickboxer may not be on the chopping block just yet, but a third consecutive loss certainly won't do him any favors, either.
Matt Mitrione entered the "World of Morecraft" and left with a knockout win back at UFC on Versus 4, dropping Morecraft (7-2) to just 1-2 inside the Octagon. A loss in "HD" and it's likely curtains on his Zuffa career.
Also fighting for a spot on the roster -- albeit a much higher one -- is Josh Neer (32-10-1). The welterweight "Dentist" has strung together five straight wins, all of them stoppages, including a technical knockout finish over Keith Wisniewski just last month.
He'll get his favorite type of opponent after the new year, someone who likes to stand and "Bang," as Duane Ludwig (21-11) is riding high after outperforming Nick Osipczak and Amir Sadollah in recent bouts.
Four tough competitors, two great fights.
Stay tuned to MMAmania.com for more details on the UFC on FX debut, which is part of the promotion's seven year, $100 million broadcast agreement with the FOX network, as they become available.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaUFC on FX Debut Event Likely Headed to Nashville
The first ever UFC on FX event looks to be headed to Nashville, Tenn on Jan 20, 2012.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyCharles Oliveira Meets Robert Peralta at Featherweight at UFC on FX
Former lightweight prospect Charles Oliveira will look to snap a two-fight losing streak when he drops to 145-pounds to meet Robert Peralta in a featherweight bout at the first UFC on FX event on January 20th in Nashville, Tennessee, according to TheCageDoor.
Oliveira (14-2) began his UFC career with “Submission of the Night” wins over Darren Elkins and Efrain Escudero, but is winless in his last three fight after earning “Fight of the Night” honors in a no contest against Nik Lentz between losses to Jim Miller and Donald Cerrone.
Peralta (16-3) is just days removed from his TKO of Mackens Semerzier this past Saturday at UFC on Fox that is being appealed after replays showed an accidental headbutt set up the finish. Even if the win is overturned to a no contest, Peralta and Semerzier apparently won’t be meeting again in their next fights.
UFC on FX also includes Pat Barry vs. Christian Morecraft and Duane “Bang” Ludwig vs. Josh Neer and takes place eight days before the second UFC on Fox event is planned for Jan. 28 in Chicago, which is followed by UFC 137 with welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre vs. Nick Diaz on Feb. 4.
For complete coverage of UFC on FX 1, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Pictured: Charles Oliveira
Former lightweight prospect Charles Oliveira will look to snap a two-fight losing streak when he drops to 145-pounds to meet Robert Peralta in a featherweight bout at the first UFC on FX event on January 20th in Nashville, Tennessee
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyUFC on FX books Barry vs Morecraft and Neer vs Ludwig for January 2012
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) today announced a pair of upcoming bouts for its UFC on FX network debut, currently scheduled for January 2012, though an exact date and location have yet to be revealed.
From UFC.com:
A welterweight bout with fight of the year potential will unfold as Josh ‘The Dentist’ Neer and Duane ‘Bang’ Ludwig have verbally agreed to meet in the new year. In addition, a heavyweight showdown has been verbally agreed to for with Christian Morecraft taking on Pat ‘HD’ Barry."
City, date and international viewing information will be made available shortly.
Today's announcement comes less than one week removed from the UFC on FOX: "Velasquez vs. Dos Santos" network television event, held on Nov. 12 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
FX will also carry season 15 of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF), among other things.
Barry (6-4) is coming off back-to-back losses to Cheick Kongo and Stefan Struve. The stocky and cocky kickboxer may not be on the chopping block just yet, but a third consecutive loss certainly won't do him any favors, either.
Matt Mitrione entered the "World of Morecraft" and left with a knockout win back at UFC on Versus 4, dropping Morecraft (7-2) to just 1-2 inside the Octagon. A loss in "HD" and it's likely curtains on his Zuffa career.
Also fighting for a spot on the roster -- albeit a much higher one -- is Josh Neer (32-10-1). The welterweight "Dentist" has strung together five straight wins, all of them stoppages, including a technical knockout finish over Keith Wisniewski just last month.
He'll get his favorite type of opponent after the new year, someone who likes to stand and "Bang," as Duane Ludwig (21-11) is riding high after outperforming Nick Osipczak and Amir Sadollah in recent bouts.
Four tough competitors, two great fights.
Stay tuned to MMAmania.com for more details on the UFC on FX debut, which is part of the promotion's seven year, $100 million broadcast agreement with the FOX network, as they become available.
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Read the full article at MMA ManiaBarry-Morecraft, Neer-Ludwig on for UFC’s January FX Debut
Two fights are now set for the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s debut on Fox-owned cable network FX, as Christian Morecraft will meet Pat Barry and Duane Ludwig will face Josh Neer.
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Read the full article at SherdogUFC on FX Debut Set for January with Ludwig-Neer, Barry-Morecraft
The first UFC on FX event is set for January and features fan favorites in its first two bouts, as heavyweight Pat Barry takes on Christian Morecraft and Duane “Bang” Ludwig meets fellow lightweight slugger Josh Neer, the UFC announced today.
Barry (6-4) is in a two-fight skid that includes a comeback KO to Cheick Kongo in June and submission to Stefan Struve last month to fall below .500 in the UFC at 3-4, while Morecraft (7-2) fell to 1-2 inside the Octagon with a knockout at the hands of Matt Mitrione in June.
Meanwhile, Ludwig and Neer are on the rise after Ludwig (21-11) topped Amir Sadollah in August for back-to-back wins following a pair of losses, while Neer (32-10-1) stopped Keith Wisniewski in his return to the UFC in October for his fifth-straight win.
An exact date and location for the event will be announced soon.
For the latest UFC on FX 1 news stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
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Read the full article at MMA FrenzyTwo fights set for UFC's January FX debut
The UFC has announced a couple of matchups for its first event on FX, which will take place in January.
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Read the full article at sportsnet.caUFC on FX Debut Card Set for January; Two Bouts Announced
The first ever UFC on FX event will kick off in Jan 2012 and two bouts have already been added to the card.
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Read the full article at MMA WeeklyUFC on FX Fight Card to Feature Neer-Ludwig, Barry-Morecraft
Filed under: UFC, NewsThe first live UFC on FX event will happen in January and while an exact date and location is to be announced, there are now two fights scheduled.
On Wednesday, the UFC announced that Josh Neer will fight Duane Ludwig in welterweight action and Pat Barry will take on Christian Morecraft in a heavyweight scrap.
Under UFC's deal with FOX, the promotion will bring four live events to FOX and six to FX each year. These live cards on FX will be similar to the former "Fight Nights" on Spike/"UFC Live" on Versus events. All four fighters announced so far are coming off appearances on UFC Live cards.
Neer and Ludwig matchup well considering that Neer has an aggressive style and Ludwig's strength lying in his background as a Muay Thai fighter. Neer (32-10-1) made his return to the UFC last month with a bloody TKO win over Keith Wisniewski. Ludwig (21-11) has won his last two fights and last competed in August, beating TUF winner 7 Amir Sadollah via unanimous decision.
Barry and Morecraft are heavyweights desperately in need of a win. Barry (6-4) is riding a two-fight losing streak from losses to Cheick Kongo and Stefan Struve. Morecraft (7-1) was knocked out in June by Matt Mitrione and is 1-2 in the UFC. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
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Read the full article at AOL FanhousePat Barry to fight on UFCs debut FX broadcast
The UFC has announced two of the fights that will form its next ‘on FOX’ line-up.Both matches have been calculated to provide eye-pleasing...
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Read the full article at Fighters OnlyFX exec says current ratings averages for 'TUF' are 'beyond acceptable'
At 14 seasons, "The Ultimate Fighter" is already a champ in terms of
staying power. In fact, the show has become a defining feature of the
Spike TV network.
But are current ratings averages acceptable for FX, where "The Ultimate Fighter" is soon to find its home?
"It's beyond acceptable for me," Chuck Saftler, Executive Vice President
of FX Network, recently told MMAjunkie.com. "In
fact, I think there's some growth in it."
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Read the full article at MMA JunkieJed Meshew on Dana White’s most philosophical question ever asked on The Ultimate Fighter
What should we exactly expect from this season of The Ultimate Fighter given what's happening with Spike and FX?
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UFC on Fox, A Pretty Big Deal
written by James Maldonado
One of the (if not, the) biggest announcement in MMA history was made on August 18th, 2011. The UFC and Fox announced that they made a 7 year broadcast deal to air programming on Fuel TV, FX, and Fox. A joint press conference was held at Fox studios where the terms of the deal were laid out. The press conference started with a promotional video that would give any MMA fan goose bumps. It should be a clear indication of things to come, because the UFC on Fox is going to transcend the UFC to a whole new level.
According to the press conference, the deal goes like this:
-4 big fights a year on Fox. These will be full, PPV quality type cards
-Fuel TV could show some prelims, and Unleashed programming
-FX will air two seasons a year of The Ultimate Fighter, which is now live
-TUF live will feature a live fight, every Friday for the duration of the season, along with the finale fight live. Episodes will be a recap of the previous week and lead in to the live fight.
-FX will also air 6 fight night cards a year
The Spike deal ends at the end of the year, so we’ll see Spike programming move over to FX in January. But the UFC is giving Fox, and the fans, a free fight to kick off the new partnership on November 12th. It was just announced that they would move Junior Dos Santos vs. Cain Velasquez up one week from Nov. 19th to Nov 12th. This, technically, should be the most important fight in UFC history.
The deal with Fox is going to bring the sport to the forefront of the sports landscape. On Saturday, promos for JDS/Cain aired during the MLB broadcast, they also promoted the Jones/Rampage fight later this month. The amount of media that can get behind the UFC and the fighters is astronomical. We’re going to see the UFC regularly advertised on Fox (and probably FX) during other sports, TV shows, etc. I also think the quality of the promotional material will get better, along with the overall feel and look of a UFC broadcast.
The amount of eyeballs that could potentially watch UFC on Fox is very large. The biggest PPV the UFC has done was UFC 100 with 1.6 million, and the average is anywhere between 300K-500K. To compare that to TV ratings, Kimbo Slice pulled in 6.51 million viewers on CBS and pulled in over 6 million for his TUF fight against Roy Nelson on Spike. Dan Henderson/Rampage Jackson (which was the last free title fight on TV) peaked at 5.6 million on Spike. The fight on Fox is expected to blow all of those numbers out of the water. The increased amount of eyeballs that will be watching the sport now will lead to increased revenue from advertisers for both the UFC and the fighters representing their sponsors.
This is a new age for the UFC, for MMA. This is going to be a platform for fighters to perform and attract new eyes to the sport. If we thought MMA was popular before, just wait. It’s only going to grow bigger from here.
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