UFC 92 Preview: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Frank Mir
There’s quite the dichotomy when it comes to Frank Mir and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. From everyone I’ve spoken to, Mir did not have a great training camp leading up to this fight. He battled several injuries, most notably a back problem. At one point in November, a source even contacted FiveOuncesOfPain.com to raise questions whether the fight was going to remain on the card. While Mir... [Read More...]
Alexandre Nogueira one and done with the WEC
At the time of lighter weight pioneer Alexandre “Pequeno” Nogueira’s signing with Zuffa-owned World Extreme Cagefighting, the acquisition flew under the radar of the typical mainstream MMA fan. However, Nogueira’s arrival in the WEC is one that was heralded by hardcore fans as well as fighters. In fact, former UFC lightweight champion Jens Pulver felt compelled during an interview conducted... [Read More...]
Gomi vs. Horodecki at Sengoku 4?
MMAWeekly’s rumor section quietly has a matchup between Takanori Gomi and Chris Horodecki as the only listed bout for Sengoku 4 on August 24th. If the bout happens, Gomi is again matched up with someone perfect for his style. Much like Ludwig, Horodecki is a striking fighter who can’t strike with Gomi. Bouts like this might well save Sengoku, which most fight fans have found to be very... [Read More...]
Roger Gracie vs. Yuki Kondo at Sengoku II
World Victory Road has finally come up with an opponent for Roger Gracie after numerous names, including Hidehiko Yoshida, had been thrown around as potential opponents for Gracie. According to Sherdog, the promotion announced today that three-time King of Pancrase Yuki Kondo will face Gracie at Sengoku II on May 18 in Japan. Gracie is widely considered to be the best pure grappler in the world and... [Read More...]
WVR “SENGOKU” Results; Barnett, Gomi win
When: Wed. March 5 ’08 Where: Yoyogi National Stadium; Tokyo, Japan Here’s the results of the WORLD VICTORY ROAD “SENGOKU” event: Josh Barnett def. Hidehiko Yoshida via Tapout (Heel Hook) Rd 3. Takanori Gomi def. Duane “Bang” Ludwig via TKO (Doctor Stoppage – Cut) Rd 1. Kazuo Misaki def. Siyar Bahadurzada via Tapout (Guillotine Choke) Rd 2. Kazuyuki Fujita... [Read More...]
Takanori Gomi to face Duane Ludwig at World Victory Road
MMAWeekly.com is reporting that upstart MMA promotion, World Victory Road has announced three extra fights for its inaugural show, Sengoku on March 5 in Tokyo, Japan. One of the three bouts announced is a fight between recently signed Pride standout, Takanori Gomi and UFC veteran, Duane Ludwig. Gomi has not fought since last February where he lost via gogoplata submission to Nick Diaz at Pride 33.... [Read More...]
