Gina Carano gets June opponent in the form of Sarah D’Alelio
Immensely popular female fighter Gina Carano faced a “Cyborg” in her most-recent battle and now appears poised to stare down “The Monster” in her next. The aforementioned opponents in question are not characters in one of the blossoming actress’ films but rather in-ring adversaries with Strikeforce 145-pound champ Cris Santos playing the former role and the latter going to Sarah D’Alelio,... [Read More...]
Chad Robichaux set for summer rematch with Humberto DeLeon
The city of Houston will play host for a second time to a battle between area favorites Chad Robichaux and Humberto DeLeon when they meet as a featured part of Legacy Fighting Championship’s upcoming event on July 16 at the Houston Arena Theater. The two talented Texans previously fought to an exciting, extremely close Split Decision on the preliminary portion of “Strikeforce: Houston” this... [Read More...]
MMA on TV
Welcome to “MMA on TV”, Five Ounces of Pain’s weekly update on the upcoming MMA-broadcast schedule. Miss the latest episode of “MMA Live” or “UFC Unleashed”? Wondering when Showtime, Spike TV, or HDNet are airing a replay of their latest offering or interested in finding out where to tune into live shows occurring over the next seven days? May 9 – May 15 All Times Eastern Monday (5/9) No... [Read More...]
Jay Hieron exits Bellator 43 as top contender to Ben Askren’s title
After struggling for the past few years to solidify an opportunity at promotional gold, talented welterweight Jay Hieron has finally procured his position as top contender and will see championship action in the near future due to a hard-fought Split Decision over fellow Season 4 Tournament finalist Rick Hawn tonight at Bellator 43. The two 170ers battled it out for fifteen minutes on their feet with... [Read More...]
Rick Hawn confident on cusp of Bellator welterweight final
With Olympic credentials in judo and an undefeated record in MMA it’s no wonder Rick Hawn feels good about his chances of becoming the top contender to Bellator welterweight champ Ben Askren‘s title. However, to hear the 11-0 competitor talk about the likelihood of coming away winner later this evening at Bellator 43 against Jay Hieron and it almost sounds like victory should be a foregone... [Read More...]
Shane Del Rosario injured in car accident, off June 18 Strikeforce event
In unfortunate news, Strikeforce heavyweight prospect Shane Del Rosario was injured in a car accident on April 14. He was scheduled to square off against Daniel Cormier at Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum in a Heavyweight Grand Prix Reserve bout but has been forced to withdraw from the fight due to injuries suffered in the accident. The news was first reported by MMAJunkie.com While stopped at a red... [Read More...]
Bellator Season 4 Welterweight Tournament final set as Hieron and Hawn both make weight
After a brief break Bellator is back and ready to crown it’s first tournament champion tomorrow night in Oklahoma as welterweight finalists Jay Hieron and Rick Hawn square off in headlining action. Also set for the show, UFC/Strikeforce veteran Joe Riggs will make his promotional debut against Bellator veteran Bryan Baker while former WEC bantamweight title-holder Chase Beebe faces 9-4 submission... [Read More...]
Nick Diaz’s next opponent will be…
…a boxer, at least barring a last-minute deal from the UFC to fight Georges St. Pierre later this year. According to a press release from former IBF middleweight champ Jeff Lacy’s management team he has signed to fight Nick Diaz at a yet-to-be announced event this fall. A bout between the two had been rumored for months when Diaz first started publicizing his genuine intent to give the sweet science... [Read More...]
Matt Riddle out, Charlie Brenneman in against T.J. Grant in June
When the UFC announced it would be stopping in Pittsburgh this summer for UFC Live 4 fans in Pennsylvania were likely thrilled to hear a few of their own would see action on the card. Unfortunately, one of those area-products booked for the June 26 event, Ultimate Fighter 7 alumnus Matt Riddle, has been forced to withdraw from a scheduled bout against T.J. Grant due to an undisclosed injury. However,... [Read More...]
The Highly Official MMA P4P Rankings
Almost everyone in the MMA community has a rankings list. Every journalist, blogger, YouTube shooter, and person with an opinion has a list of who they believe is the best fighters in each division. The great thing about these rankings is that fighters can drop without losing a fight and fighters can move up without even fighting. Clearly the way people determine the top ten fighters in each weight... [Read More...]
Rudy Bears facing Rory Markham at Titan FC 18
Titan Fighting Championship named the latest addition to their upcoming May 27 card today in the form of a bout between UFC veteran Rory Markham and Kansas City’s own Rudy Bears. Both welterweights will be looking to bounce back from losing performances and should treat fans to an entertaining affair given their propensity to finishing opponents and likely desire to get back on the winning track. The... [Read More...]
Gleison Tibau steps in for injured Cody McKenzie at UFC 130
It looks like fans of charismatic submission specialist Cody McKenzie will have to wait awhile to see him attempt another of his patented Guillotine Chokes as the scruffy 23-year old Alaskan has been scrapped from an upcoming bout at UFC 130 with seasoned veteran Bart Palaszewski due to an undisclosed injury. However, while the event is less than a month away the UFC has still managed to find a replacement... [Read More...]
Danny Downes: “If I wanted to play it safe I’d be doing something else.”
When the lights dim tomorrow night at “NAFC: Mayhem” in Milwaukee fans will be treated to a unique opportunity, as UFC lightweight Danny Downes will take to the cage in a headlining tilt against 12-7 Tory Bogguess rather than sit on the sidelines while waiting for a bout in the world’s foremost MMA promotion to materialize. While it is extremely rare to see a Zuffa-contracted fighter in action... [Read More...]
Marcus Davis facing Pete Spratt at MFC 30
An injury forcing original opponent Richie Whitson to withdraw from MFC 30 has resulted in long-time UFC veteran Marcus Davis receiving not only a new opponent he’s familiar with but an opportunity to return to welterweight as well. According to a press release from Maximum Fighting Championship, Davis will now see action against Pete Spratt (22-19) on June 10 at the Edmonton event as part of a... [Read More...]
The Ultimate Fighter 13: Episode 6 Wrap-Up
Team Lesnar Head Coach: Brock Lesnar Assistant Coaches: Luke Richardson (Strength/Conditioning), Marty Morgan (Wrestling), Erik Paulson (Jiu-Jitsu), Rodrigo Medeiros (Jiu-Jitsu), Greg Nelson (General) Fighters: Len Bentley, Charlie Radar, Tony Ferguson, Clay Harvison, Myles Jury (Injured), Chris Cope, Nordin Asrih, Chuck O’Neil Team Dos Santos Head Coach: Junior dos Santos Assistant Coaches: Lew... [Read More...]
5 Oz. MMA Link Club
Welcome back to another ediition of “MMA Link Club”, Five Ounces of Pain‘s weekly smorgasbord of offerings from our brothers and sisters in the MMA community. Enjoy… The Top 5 and Bottom 5 Moments of Randy Couture’s Career (CagePotato.com) Behind the Scenes of the UFC’s “Super Seven” (NBCSports.com) An Interview with Daniel Gracie (LowKick.com) Fighters Won’t Be... [Read More...]
Bellator adds another submission specialist in the form of Vitor Vianna
PRESS RELEASE / CHICAGO, Ill. (May 4, 2011) — In its continuing effort to scout and sign the best talent the sport has to offer, Bellator Fighting Championships has signed fast rising Brazilian middleweight Vitor Vianna to its already impressive roster. Previously known as one of top unsigned middleweights in the world, Vianna enters Bellator ready to show the fight world what he is truly capable... [Read More...]
Joey Villasenor vs. Chris Camozzi tagged as headliner for Shark Fights 15
The Texas-based Shark Fights promotion will venture outside of the Lone Star State for the first time later this month in the form of Shark Fights 15, a show set to take place in Albuquerque on May 27. Though the full line-up is still being finalized it appears the card will be headlined by New Mexico’s own Joey Villasenor in action against UFC veteran Chris Camozzi. News of the date, location, and... [Read More...]
Grappling with Issues – 5/4/11
Is there any opponent you’d rather see Georges St. Pierre fight more than Nick Diaz? Are you 100% certain we’ve seen the last of Randy Couture in the Octagon? How many stadium shows will the UFC attempt in 2012? Who will emerge victorious in the Bellator Season 4 Welterweight Tournament final? Keyboard warrrrriors….come out to plaaaay-yay! Welcome to Grappling with Issues, our site’s... [Read More...]
Injury forces Evan Dunham off UFC 132 card, replaced by Dos Anjos
The UFC’s upcoming Fourth of July Weekend event got a mild makeover this week when the company announced a scheduled fight between on-the-cusp contenders Evan Dunham and George Sotiropoulos had been scrapped due to an injury Dunham sustained while training for the bout. While the actual affliction was left unspecified the UFC did mention a replacement for the 29-year old had already been found. According... [Read More...]
