UFC on Fox 4 Recap: Shogun, Machida win in Los Angeles, California

UFC on Fox 4 from the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, is in the books and it has presented one of the most exciting cards in UFC history. Mauricio “Shogun” Rua fought Brandon Vera in another all-out war, extending his great legacy against an opponent who left every ounce of his being in the Octagon tonight. Rua utilized some good wrestling and top control, but his bread and butter came through in the striking department, as he landed many significant strikes with punches, kicks,

UFC 141 Medical Suspensions: Four fighters out up to six months

UFC 141 took place on Friday, December 30. Of the 20 fighters that participated in the ten fights that took place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, twelve of them were handed medical suspensions.
Of those suspended Brock Lesnar, Nate Diaz, Vladimir Matyushenko and Manny Gamburyan could face the longest time away from the Octagon.
Brock Lesnar has been suspended until June 28 due to an abdominal injury can be cleared early by a doctor.
Alistair Overeem has been suspended until February 14, with no contact

LowKick.com’s Weekend guide to MMA for October 7th – 9th 2011

It’s Friday, Friday, Friday! It’s the end of the work week and what better way to kick off your weekend with some live MMA action! So go to your local liquor store, grab a six pack, order a few pizzas, because we have an action packed weekend of fights! From the MFC to Bellator to the UFC we highlight some of the featured attractions coming up this weekend.
Friday 10/7/2011 – MFC 31:
Why you should watch? – If you have the luxury of having HD Net it’s free (main card starts at 7PM PT / 10PM ET)! Also the

UFC Fight Night 24 Recap and Analysis: Phil Davis defeats the Legend

Phil Davis entered the Octagon focused and determined in his bout with Antonio Rogerio Nogueira. This was Davis’ biggest fight to date, this was Lil’ Nog’s opportunity to derail the hype train. Prior to setting foot in Seattle’s Key Arena, Phil Davis has made easy work of everybody he has fought. But he has yet to test himself against a true game opponent. Nogueira was the perfect man to push Phil Davis to the limit. Lil’ Nog is trying to stay relevant in world of Mixed Martial Arts and Davis is trying to

Strikeforce: Feijao vs. Henderson Preview

Three months into the year 2011, we have already seen our fair share of epic battles and upsets. From UFC 125 to the opening round of the Strikeforce World Heavyweight Grand Prix, some epic moments that’ll be in our hearts and minds for a long time. I believe Strikeforce: Feijao Vs. Henderson will be no different.
From the time I first started watching Strikeforce, I have honestly rarely seen a fight that has bored me to death, and the match makers once again didn’t disappoint. The main card

blogkick: Top 5 worst decisions in MMA history

Top 5 Worst Decisions In MMA history:
5. Hatsu Hioki Vs Michihiro Omigawa Sengoku 11
                 For the most part Sengoku fly’s under the radar in the mind of the casual fan, but that does not mean they don’t have their fair share of ghastly decisions. At sengoku 11 Hatsu Hioki and Michihiro Omigawa fought a hard 15 minute battle. The fight wasn’t completely one sided But Omigawa landed takedowns in all

WEC’s best merge with the UFC

With the World Extreme Cagefiighting now officially absorbed by its sister promotion the Ultimate Fighting Championship, I will be reviewing some of the WEC’s best prospects, that could make some noise within the UFC ranks. And with the introduction of the lighter weight classes, I will be introducing the less familiar fans with some of the hottest talent to grace these divisions.