Win or lose, “Rampage” Jackson only out to entertain at UFC 144
Quinton Jackson’s reaction to originally being left off the lineup for UFC 144 was one of anger and disappointment. However, his behavior was not based on an overwhelming desire to earn a paycheck or to numb the sting of having been beaten in his last bout. Rather, Jackson’s passion was based on his hunger to entertain an audience he has an immense amount of respect for due to the time he spent... [Read More...]
Mo Lawal issues open challenge to Quinton Jackson
Muhammed “King Mo” Lawal has made it known over the past few weeks that he will be calling out his next opponent in the near future. The obvious choice for Lawal to make his target was Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, as the two have had verbal wars in the past and have made it clear they dislike each other on a personal level. Now, not only does it appear Jackson is definitely the... [Read More...]
Quinton Jackson wants to fight in February at UFC Japan
Though Quinton “Rampage” Jackson has a monumental task in front of him in the form of his fight against UFC light heavyweight champ Jon Jones at UFC 135, the challenge at hand hasn’t prevented the 205-pounder from looking past the September 24 show and towards an event in 2012. In fact, you might even call it a homecoming of sorts. Jackson opened up about his desire to fight on February 26 when... [Read More...]
Rashad Evans: ‘I don’t have time to worry about Rampage’
Lost in the shuffle of Quinton Jackson’s recent announcement regarding his return to the UFC has been newfound nemesis Rashad Evans’ opinion on the situation. While “Rampage” made it clear his motivation in coming back to the Octagon after a brief retirement related in part to his desire to “shut Rashad’s mouth up”, his TUF 10 coaching rival took a less aggressive route when responding... [Read More...]
Big Surprise: Rampage announces return to the UFC
In what could be described as shocking news to very few, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson appears to be ready to come out “retirement” to bless the UFC and his legions of fans with his presence in the Octagon… for a limited time only. Many of you will remember the announcement of Jackson’s retirement just a little over two months ago when the former champion threw a verbal... [Read More...]
Someone Had To Say It: Quinton “Rampage” Jackson
What in the world is going on with Quinton Jackson lately? Is Rampage having an energy drink relapse or something? From his withdrawal from his highly anticipated grudge match with Rashad Evans at UFC 107 to take part in the upcoming A-Team feature film, to his shockingly selfish behavior as a “coach” on the tenth season of The Ultimate Fighter, to recently bad mouthing the UFC with every... [Read More...]
Official A-Team Promo Shot featuring Quinton “Rampage” Jackson
Although recent photos leaked from the set of the upcoming A-Team feature film showed a Quinton “Rampage” Jackson minus the mohawk that made his character, B.A. Baracus, so popular in the eighties, the official photo shot from the upcoming movie shows Rampage sporting what appears to be the beginning of the hawk. Below is the official promo shot recently released for the film courtesy of... [Read More...]
Rampage: ‘I will gladly meet [Rashad Evans] at any gym & fight him just to shut his mouth up’
Quinton Jackson has been involved in countless battles throughout his life but perhaps none as important as his ongoing feud with UFC President Dana White and Rashad Evans. On the heels of comments from both White and Evans, who were in turn responding to Jackson’s recent decision to leave Mixed Martial Arts for acting, “Rampage” once again took to his blog to fire back some criticism of his... [Read More...]
Dana White: ‘I hope [Rampage] makes it big, and I’m not being sarcastic’
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After a shocking retirement announcement made by former light heavyweight champion, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson yesterday, we don’t have to wait long for UFC President Dana White’s response. In an interview with radio host Carmichael Dave this morning, White had this to say: Rampage is a grown man. He’s acting like a baby right now, but he’s a grown man. If he wants to be in the movie... [Read More...]
Rampage the Thespian
Quinton Jackson has announced his retirement from the sport of mixed martial arts to pursue an acting career. This screams of a temporary hiccup that will eventually lead to Rampage back in the Octagon, possibly after some Lorenzo led reconciliation. Still, at least at this moment in time, Jackson is retired from the sport. I couldn’t be happier for him. As fight fans we (rightly) want to see the... [Read More...]
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson Retires
In an announcement leaving many of his fans in shock, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson informed the world earlier today via his website that he is walking away from Mixed Martial Arts in order to concentrate on his acting career. The former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion explained the primary motivation for his decision is a lack of respect on the part of UFC President Dana White, as well as a need to... [Read More...]
Dana White: ‘[Rampage] giving up literally millions of dollars to play Mr. T’
Dana White has never been one to hold back his feelings on anything regarding the UFC. From other organizations to his own UFC fighters, White has been a sportswriters dream full of sound bytes. He recently gave more to talk about when he did an interview with The DAM Morning Show in Las Vegas on Tuesday to comment on everything from B.A. Baracus to a rumored network deal. On the rumored network deal... [Read More...]
Rashad Evans and Quinton Jackson to Coach “The Ultimate Fighter” Season 10
UFC President Dana White today announced that former light heavyweight champions “Suga” Rashad Evans and Quinton “Rampage” Jackson will assume the roles of coaches on the upcoming tenth season of The Ultimate Fighter. “The tenth season of The Ultimate Fighter is going to be the most highly anticipated one in years, and with two of the greatest pound for pound fighters... [Read More...]
UFC 96: Live Results and Play-by-Play Coverage
Join FiveOuncesOfPain.com tonight starting at 8 p.m. ET for our live coverage of UFC 96. In addition to live results, we will also be bringing you live play-by-play. YOU CAN ENTER THE 5oz Live EVENT Chatroom CLICK HERE!!! for full coverage. Tonight’s scheduled card from the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio is as follows (with final weigh-in results in parenthesis): MAIN CARD - Quinton Jackson... [Read More...]
UFC 96: Previewing and Predicting Quinton Jackson vs. Keith Jardine
Our three-day series of previewing this Saturday’s UFC 96 event continues with a look at the night’s main event. While an actual title belt will not be on the line, a title shot could be at stake, as Quinton Jackson must defeat Keith Jardine in order to advance to July 11′s UFC 100 where it is believed that Rashad Evans and the UFC light heavyweight title awaits. Quinton Jackson (29-7)... [Read More...]
UFC 96 Video: Quinton “Rampage” Jackson vs. Keith Jardine
Courtesy of the UFC and ESPN.com are pre-fight video interviews featuring Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and Keith Jardine. The two light heavyweight standouts are slated to headline this Saturday’s UFC 96 event in Columbus, Ohio at the Nationwide Arena. Quinton “Rampage” Jackson: Keith Jardine: Read More →
Jackson would rather have revenge before the championship
After Quinton Jackson defeated Wanderlei Silva at UFC 92, Dana White said that Jackson would most likely be first in line to challenge new champion Rashad Evans. However, if Jackson had it his way, his next fight would not be for the title. “I want to fight Forrest (Griffin) because that’s the fight that haunts me,” Jackson said. “I want the belt. I want to be champion, but... [Read More...]
Dana White could be leaning towards Jackson for first shot at Evans
While no official decisions have been made regarding the first title defense by new UFC light heavyweight champion Rashad Evans, UFC President Dana White apparently is leaning towards promoting a fight between Evans and former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson. “To be honest with you, I’d love to see Rashad vs. Rampage,” White revealed to host Dave... [Read More...]
UFC 92 Video: Quinton Jackson talks about overcoming personal struggles
Courtesy of the UFC and ESPN.com is video of Quinton “Rampage” Jackson speaking with reporters following his first round knockout victory over Wanderlei Silva at UFC 92. Read More →
UFC 92 Video: Quinton Jackson vs. Wanderlei Silva
Courtesy of the UFC and ESPN.com, below is video of Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and Wanderlei Silva speaking at a pre-UFC 92 press conference held earlier this week. Silva indicated he’s looking for the “Knockout of the Night” bonus while Jackson talked about how he prepared for his third encounter vs. “The Axe Murderer.” Read More →
