Jon Jones vs. Rashad Evans official for UFC 145 in Atlanta
Shortly after UFC went live on FOX last night, company officials confirmed that UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones would make his third title defense on April 21. Less than two hours later, Jones’s opponent became official when Rashad Evans defeated Phil Davis in the main event of UFC on FOX. While Evans wasn’t spectacular in his victory over Davis, he managed to shut out “Mr.... [Read More...]
Rashad Evans: “I’m going in and I’m gonna hunt for him.”
If Rashad Evans’ recent dismissal of Phil Davis’ wrestling ability implied the former light heavyweight champion will be taking the NCAA All-American lightly when they lock horns tonight on FOX, it turns out that viewpoint couldn’t be further from the truth. Not only has Evans prepared for the UFC on FOX 2 main event with intensity and focus but he also understands the position Davis is in because... [Read More...]
Rashad Evans: “All this talking about the fight…I just want to fight already.”
Some fans may be under the impression the life of a top Mixed Martial Artist is one of luxury and leisure outside of the training center or ring. However, as evident in the latest video blog from UFC light heavyweight Rashad Evans, the day-to-day for a fighter on his level is anything but easy with the grind rarely stopping whether he’s in the gym or outside of it. In the entry, cameras follow Evans... [Read More...]
Phil Davis: “He’s not as good as he thinks he is, and I am better than he thinks I am.”
Undefeated light heavyweight prospect Phil Davis could vault himself into title contention this Saturday night when he meets Rashad Evans in the main event of UFC on FOX 2. While some may feel like all of this is too much for “Mr. Wonderful” to fully grasp, the former Penn State University wrestling standout believes he will be able to handle the pressure quite well. Davis, who is 9-0 in his MMA... [Read More...]
Rashad Evans: “It’s come to a point where I like being booed now.”
Former UFC light heavyweight champ Rashad Evans will take part in one of the biggest, and most important, fights of his MMA career on Saturday night. “Suga” ‘Shad will headline UFC on FOX 2 against Phil Davis and place himself in a bout with divisional king Jon Jones with a win. For Evans, this is a chance to showcase his skills in front of his second home as the event takes place in Chicago... [Read More...]
Rashad Evans vs. Phil Davis named as UFC on FOX 2 headliner
After months of speculation on the scrap, the UFC appears to have finally booked former light heavyweight champion Rashad Evans in a bout against undefeated grappling phenom Phil Davis. The two were originally set to face off at UFC 133 this past August but Davis was forced out of the fight with a hurt knee, leading many people to believe he and Evans would finish their business after he’d fully... [Read More...]
Rashad Evans sees gold in Donald Cerrone’s future
Donald Cerrone has placed himself among the top-tier of UFC lightweights thanks to a current six-fight win streak. Cerrone, who will meet Nate Diaz in the co-main event of UFC 141 on December 30 from Las Vegas, Nevada, has continued to catch the eye of former training partner and ex-UFC light heavyweight champ Rashad Evans. Evans was formerly with Greg Jackson’s MMA training center in New Mexico... [Read More...]
Role Reversal: Jon Jones says Rashad Evans is ducking him
Rashad Evans didn’t want to wait around this past summer for Jon Jones’ hand injury to heal, so Evans remained in the main event slot for UFC 133 where he went on to defeat Tito Ortiz. Jones, however, saw another specialist who revealed he could fight through the injury, and subsequently signed to face Quinton “Rampage” Jackson who he ultimately beat by way of submission. To Evans, the entire... [Read More...]
[UPDATE] Jon Jones vs. Rashad Evans could headline UFC 140 in December
The UFC brass is looking to strengthen their return to Canada in December by adding a title fight to headline the show. Not just any title fight though. The company is hoping that the highly-anticipated light heavyweight title showdown between Jon Jones and Rashad Evans will headline UFC 140. Whether or not the fight will take place in December hinders on the health of the two combatants. News of the... [Read More...]
Tito Ortiz and Rashad Evans express excitement, humility in anticipation of UFC 133
Two former UFC light heavyweight champs will take to the cage on August 6 in Philadelphia without a drop of “brotherly love” between them, as outspoken stars Tito Ortiz and Rashad Evans are scheduled to headline an event featuring a number of great match-ups despite a series of injury issues leading up to the show. Ortiz and Evans were on hand today for a conference call with media and... [Read More...]
Tito Ortiz accepts main event match-up with Rashad Evans at UFC 133
After almost a full day of speculation since it was reported that Phil Davis was out of the UFC 133 main event against Rashad Evans with an injury, UFC finally found a replacement in the form of Tito Ortiz, fresh off his UFC 132 victory just 11 days ago. Evans and Ortiz previously met at UFC 73 all the back in June 2007. The fight ended in a draw after Ortiz was docked a point for grabbing the cage. Dana... [Read More...]
UPDATE: Lyoto Machida out as possible replacement for injured Phil Davis at UFC 133
For the second time in as many months the UFC has been left scrambling to fill a headlining slot at an event around the corner, though this time around the company has at least been given more than a day to fill the void rather than be forced to pull Charlie Brenneman out of their hat at the last second. According to a multiple reports, undefeated 205er Phil Davis has been forced to withdraw from his... [Read More...]
UPDATE: Injured Jon Jones replaced by Phil Davis at UFC 133
It appears 23-year old light heavyweight champion Jon Jones is human after all. According to the UFC, “Bones” has been scratched from a scheduled defense of his belt against former teammate Rashad Evans at UFC 133 in Philadelphia due to nagging hand injury worsened in his title-winning performance against Mauricio “Shogun” Rua in March. Specifically, as was explained in a press release from... [Read More...]
Jon Jones, Rashad Evans, and Greg Jackson set for May meeting
A seminar dubbed as a “once in a lifetime experience” may turn out to be just that for reasons beyond the norm, as a renowned provided of all-star training tutorials – essentially fantasy camps – has booked former UFC light heavyweight champ Rashad Evans, current title-holder Jon Jones, and caught-in-the-middle trainer Greg Jackson as part of a group offering instructional, as well as personal,... [Read More...]
Rashad Evans leaves Jackson’s MMA for good
What initially seemed to be an innocent comment from Jon Jones a few weeks ago in relation to a future fight against Rashad Evans has since spiraled into a situation resulting in Evans’ decision to leave Jackson’s MMA, his professional home for the last five years, while also blaming the irreparable rift on long-time head coach Greg Jackson. The former light heavyweight champion took to Twitter... [Read More...]
Dana White still views Rashad Evans as top contender in 205-pound division
Former light heavyweight champion Rashad Evans’ decision to wait for a title-shot may end up paying off after all despite having spent almost a year on the sidelines due to injuries suffered on his part as well as that of the UFC’s current champ Mauricio “Shogun” Rua. According to the UFC‘s head honcho, Dana White, Evans will indeed get his chance at reclaiming the division’s gold if... [Read More...]
Rashad Evans rumored as replacement for Thiago Silva at UFC 130
It appears Quinton “Rampage” Jackson may have an opportunity to avenge a past loss after all. Jackson, who recently turned down the chance to fight UFC light heavyweight champ Mauricio “Shogun” Rua at UFC 128 due to a lack of preparation time, is currently scheduled to face Thiago Silva over Memorial Day Weekend at UFC 130. However, it appears Silva may no longer be an option for the event... [Read More...]
Mauricio Rua’s title-defense against Rashad Evans gets an official date
The UFC appears set to offer their own unique brand of fist-pumping to the fair citizens of New Jersey early next year with a main-event caliber match-up already attached to the event featuring Mauricio “Shogun” Rua putting his light heavyweight belt on the line against former champion Rashad Evans at the Prudential Center on March 19 in Newark The pairing of top-ranked 205ers was initially reported... [Read More...]
The Fab Fifteen – Light Heavyweights
It’s often boasted light heavyweight is one of the deepest divisions in Mixed Martial Arts. However, while there are certainly a number of skilled athletes exhibiting their talents in the ring at 205-pounds, most of which call the Octagon home, the weight-class is actually quite top heavy in nature and offers as many elite fighters as it does question marks. Granted, the group outside of the top... [Read More...]
UFC possibly returning to Abu Dhabi in March 2011
It appears the UFC may be heading back to the Abu Dhabi a little less than a year after first venturing into the Middle Eastern hub this past April for UFC 112. The event, though just rumor at this point, is expected to be headlined by a 205-pound title-fight between Mauricio “Shogun” Rua and Rashad Evans. News of potential event was confirmed by multiple sources and first reported by MMAWeekly.... [Read More...]
