Ortiz, Griffin Official for UFC 106

bknapp@sherdog.com (bknapp@sherdog.com (Brian Knapp)) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:27:54 PST

Ortiz, Griffin Official for UFC 106
A rematch more than three years in the making moved one step closer to being realized, as former UFC light heavyweight champions Tito Ortiz and Forrest Griffin tipped the scales.

Sporting a black right eye, Ortiz checked in at 204 pounds for his showdown with Griffin (205)

Dana White on Karo, Gina Carano, Shane McMahon & More

greg@sherdog.com (greg@sherdog.com (Greg Savage)) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:34:05 PST

Dana White on Karo, Gina Carano, Shane McMahon & More
UFC President Dana White and Cain Velasquez met with UFC Fight Club members Friday in Las Vegas and discussed a variety of topics. White said the following:

WEC 44 Payouts: Aldo Earns $36,000

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:30:01 PST

WEC 44 Payouts: Aldo Earns $36,000
Newly minted WEC featherweight champion Jose Aldo netted $36,000 for his second-round dismantling of Mike Thomas Brown at WEC 44 “Brown vs. Aldo” last Wednesday at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas.

Ortiz: 'Forrest Doubts Himself'

greg@sherdog.com (greg@sherdog.com (Greg Savage)) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:34:01 PST

Ortiz: 'Forrest Doubts Himself'
When Tito Ortiz defeated Forrest Griffin in 2006, there was a sentiment that had the fight been a five-rounder Griffin may have been able to prevail.

Forrest: ‘Losing is the Worst Thing in the World’

lotfi@sherdog.com (lotfi@sherdog.com (Lotfi Sariahmed)) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:32:01 PST

Forrest: ‘Losing is the Worst Thing in the World’
Forrest Griffin might find his rebound performance in a rematch with Tito Ortiz, who he faces this Saturday at UFC 106 in Las Vegas.

Pictures: UFC 106 Pre-fight News Conference

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:31 PST

Pictures: UFC 106 Pre-fight News Conference
Tito Ortiz and Forrest Griffin squared off and addressed the press on Thursday in Las Vegas, where the light heavyweights will do battle at UFC 106.

Strikeforce Books Jan. 30 Event in Florida

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:49:34 PST

Strikeforce Books Jan. 30 Event in Florida
Strikeforce’s first stop of 2010 will at the BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, Fla., the promotion announced in a press release on Thursday.

Ladies Second: Fighting Wives Take to Cage on Spouse's Heels

lhunt@sherdog.com (lhunt@sherdog.com (Loretta Hunt)) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:52:22 PST

Ladies Second: Fighting Wives Take to Cage on Spouse's Heels
Kerry Vera and Kim Couture have a lot in common these days.

Aldo Dethrones Brown, Takes WEC Crown

msloan@sherdog.com (msloan@sherdog.com (Mike Sloan)) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:43:31 PST

Aldo Dethrones Brown, Takes WEC Crown
LAS VEGAS -- Jose Aldo looked almost invincible in his two-round dismantling of World Extreme Cagefighting featherweight champion Mike Thomas Brown in the WEC 44 “Brown vs. Aldo” main event on Wednesday at the Palms Casino Resort. » Report

Play-by-Play | WEC 44 Awards & Bonuses

Exclusive: Aldo Reflects on Bout's Final Moments, Path to Title

msloan@sherdog.com (msloan@sherdog.com (Mike Sloan)) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:53:05 PST

Exclusive: Aldo Reflects on Bout's Final Moments, Path to Title
Jose Aldo breaks down his fight against Mike Thomas Brown at WEC 44.

Aldo Leads WEC 44 Bonuses

bknapp@sherdog.com (bknapp@sherdog.com (Brian Knapp)) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:07:56 PST

Aldo Leads WEC 44 Bonuses
On a night when he emerged as the world’s premier 145-pound fighter, Jose Aldo had 10,000 other reasons to smile.

WEC 44 Results and Live Play-by-Play

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:26:22 PST

WEC 44 Results and Live Play-by-Play
Sherdog.com reports from the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas with live play-by-play of Wednesday's WEC 44 card, which is headlined by Mike Thomas Brown vs. Jose Aldo.

Don't forget to check out the MMA Forums to discuss tonight's card.

Machida-Rua Rematch Likely for May 1 in Montreal

greg@sherdog.com (greg@sherdog.com (Greg Savage)) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:11:28 PST

Machida-Rua Rematch Likely for May 1 in Montreal
Mauricio Rua will likely have to wait another six months to rematch the man many people believe he defeated last month in a UFC light heavyweight championship match.

CAMO Oversees First California Amateur Fights on Friday

lhunt@sherdog.com (lhunt@sherdog.com (Loretta Hunt)) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:41:28 PST

CAMO Oversees First California Amateur Fights on Friday
The newly formed California Amateur Mixed Martial Arts Organization (CAMO) will oversee its first event, a pro-am All Star MMA show in Montebello, Calif., on Friday in conjunction with the California State Athletic Commission.

Against Nogueira, Cane Goes From Fan to Opponent

greg@sherdog.com (greg@sherdog.com (Greg Savage)) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:59:59 PST

Against Nogueira, Cane Goes From Fan to Opponent
Luis Arthur Cane, in his first English interview, sat down with Sherdog.com to discuss his light heavyweight bout with Antonio Rogerio Nogueira at UFC 106 Nov. 21.

Most Important Fight of Career Awaits Brown

greg@sherdog.com (greg@sherdog.com (Greg Savage)) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:51:33 PST

Most Important Fight of Career Awaits Brown
WEC featherweight champion Mike Thomas Brown will defend his belt for the third time when he meets challenger Jose Aldo tonight in Las Vegas.

Report: Lesnar Released from Hospital

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:59:21 PST

Report: Lesnar Released from Hospital
Brock Lesnar was released from a North Dakota hospital on Tuesday and is recuperating from “minor surgery” in his Alexandria, Minn. home, the fighter’s close friend and chiropractor Dr. Larry Novotny told ABC television affiliate KSAX.

Couture-Coleman Slated for UFC 109

lhunt@sherdog.com (lhunt@sherdog.com (Loretta Hunt)) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:54:20 PST

Couture-Coleman Slated for UFC 109
Randy Couture and Mark Coleman have verbally agreed to a light heavyweight headlining bout at UFC 109 on Feb. 6 in Las Vegas, Sherdog.com has learned through sources close to the bout.

Video: WEC 44 Weigh-ins

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:51:28 PST

Video: WEC 44 Weigh-ins
Tuesday's WEC 44 weigh-in event will stream live on Sherdog.com at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m ET, and will be followed by a "Fight Club Q&A" hosted by Frank Mir, Benson Henderson and Donald Cerrone.

WEC featherweight champion Mike Thomas Brown and challenger Jose Aldo will aim for 145 pounds

Gomi Visits American Kickboxing Academy

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:45:59 PST

Gomi Visits American Kickboxing Academy
Takanori Gomi joined training practice with the fight team at American Kickboxing Academy on Tuesday in San Jose, Calif., Sherdog.com has learned.

White: Lesnar Undergoes ‘Minor Surgery’ for Intestinal Infection

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:09:24 PST

White: Lesnar Undergoes ‘Minor Surgery’ for Intestinal Infection
Brock Lesnar is being treated in an unidentified hospital for a bacterial infection in his intestinal tract, UFC President Dana White told the Associated Press on Monday

Matchups Announced for UFC Fight Night 20

bknapp@sherdog.com (bknapp@sherdog.com (Brian Knapp)) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:41:50 PST

Matchups Announced for UFC Fight Night 20
“The Ultimate Fighter” Season 8 lightweight winner Efrain Escudero will lock horns with fellow unbeaten Evan Dunham in the co-featured bout at UFC Fight Night 20 on Jan. 11 at the Patriot Center in Fairfax, Va.

Evans-Silva to Headline UFC 108

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:40:50 PST

Evans-Silva to Headline UFC 108
A light heavyweight matchup between Rashad Evans and Thiago Silva will headline UFC 108 now that Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is unable to fight Cain Velasquez, the UFC announced Monday.

Bisping: Win Eradicates Some Damage from Henderson Loss

greg@sherdog.com (greg@sherdog.com (Greg Savage)) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:06:13 PST

Bisping: Win Eradicates Some Damage from Henderson Loss
In front of his hometown crowd, Michael Bisping returned to his winning ways with a TKO win over a very tough Denis Kang at UFC 105 in Manchester, England.

Weekend Rundown

bknapp@sherdog.com (bknapp@sherdog.com (Brian Knapp)) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:04:13 PST

Weekend Rundown
George Roop defeated Matt Dell by unanimous decision to capture the Rage in the Cage featherweight championship in the RITC 137 main event on Saturday at the Desert Diamond Casino in Tucson, Ariz.

White: No Return in Sight for Ill Lesnar

greg@sherdog.com (greg@sherdog.com (Greg Savage)) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:53:56 PST

White: No Return in Sight for Ill Lesnar
MANCHESTER, England -- Brock Lesnar will not be back in the UFC anytime soon, according to UFC President Dana White.

Vera Accepts Couture Decision

lhunt@sherdog.com (lhunt@sherdog.com (Loretta Hunt)) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:51:57 PST

Vera Accepts Couture Decision
In a statement that’s become all too familiar lately, Brandon Vera said Saturday that he shouldn’t have let his close three-round contest against Randy Couture at UFC 105 in Manchester, England, go to the judges’ cards.

Couture Edges Vera at UFC 105

greg@sherdog.com (greg@sherdog.com (Greg Savage)) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:23:11 PST

Couture Edges Vera at UFC 105
MANCHESTER, England -- Randy Couture used his considerable wrestling skill to nullify Brandon Vera’s striking advantage Saturday and win a close unanimous decision in the UFC 105 main event at the Manchester Evening News Arena.

Nogueira Out of UFC 108 with Staph Infection

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:45:33 PST

Nogueira Out of UFC 108 with Staph Infection
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has withdrawn from a headlining heavyweight bout with Cain Velasquez at UFC 108 on Jan. 2 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

UFC 105 Bonuses

bknapp@sherdog.com (bknapp@sherdog.com (Brian Knapp)) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 15:51:01 PST

UFC 105 Bonuses
UFC 105 “Couture vs. Vera” on Saturday set the promotion’s all-time attendance record for a European event, as it drew 16,693 fans to the Manchester Evening News Arena in Manchester, England.

Hardy on GSP: He's an Athlete, I'm a Fighter

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:28:56 PST

Hardy on GSP: He's an Athlete, I'm a Fighter
Welterweight contender Dan Hardy will likely get a shot at champion Georges St. Pierre if he can get past Mike Swick.

White on Rampage's Return, GSP's Olympic Aspirations

lhunt@sherdog.com (lhunt@sherdog.com (Loretta Hunt)) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:22:08 PST

White on Rampage's Return, GSP's Olympic Aspirations
UFC President Dana White is confident that Quinton “Rampage” Jackson will be back in the Octagon some time in 2010.

GSP Sees 2012 Olympics as a Possibility

greg@sherdog.com (greg@sherdog.com (Greg Savage)) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:21:33 PST

GSP Sees 2012 Olympics as a Possibility
In late 2007, Georges St. Pierre was preparing for the Olympic trials in hopes of making the Canadian wrestling team when he got a call from the UFC asking him to take an injured Matt Serra’s place against Matt Hughes.

Couture, Vera Hit Marks for UFC 105

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:35:55 PST

Couture, Vera Hit Marks for UFC 105
His chiseled physique streamlined by yet another move to the light heavyweight division, UFC hall of famer Randy Couture looked primed for battle Friday at the UFC 105 weigh-ins. » Results & Video

Pros Pick | New Rankings | Rossen’s Primer | Preview | Training Photos: Couture & Vera

Video: UFC 105 Weigh-ins

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:15:24 PST

Video: UFC 105 Weigh-ins
Friday's UFC 105 weigh-ins are available here.

Sherk-Oliveira Signed for UFC 108

lhunt@sherdog.com (lhunt@sherdog.com (Loretta Hunt)) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:03:44 PST

Sherk-Oliveira Signed for UFC 108
Sean Sherk has signed on to face Rafaello Oliveira in a lightweight bout at UFC 108 on Jan. 2 in Las Vegas.

Zelaznik: Global Expansion Progressing For UFC

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:14:38 PST

Zelaznik: Global Expansion Progressing For UFC
UFC UK president Marshall Zelaznik has presided over the expansion of the world's largest MMA promoter's brand into the European market and is overseeing its continued sprawl around the globe.

Bisping Vows Even More Confidence Following KO Loss

greg@sherdog.com (greg@sherdog.com (Greg Savage)) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:02:50 PST

Bisping Vows Even More Confidence Following KO Loss
Michael Bisping, who will face off with Denis Kang Saturday night at UFC 105, is making his first appearance since suffering the first stoppage of his career in July when Dan Henderson knocked him out with a right hand.

Runner-up Trophy on the Line for Swick-Hardy

greg@sherdog.com (greg@sherdog.com (Greg Savage)) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:00:50 PST

Runner-up Trophy on the Line for Swick-Hardy
MANCHESTER, England -- The trash talk emanating from the mouth of Dan Hardy has been inexplicably light in the buildup to his welterweight title eliminator against Mike Swick, but that changed at Thursday’s news conference for UFC 105.

Exclusive: One on One with Fedor

lhunt@sherdog.com (lhunt@sherdog.com (Loretta Hunt)) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:26:29 PST

Exclusive: One on One with Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko says he’s already on the mend following his tense seven-minute melee against Brett Rogers last Saturday.

Squashing rumors of a lengthy layoff, Emelianenko tells Sherdog.com he underwent minor surgery for a dislocated thumb on Tuesday

We're All Human: Fedor Critiques Rogers Fight

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:51:50 PST

We're All Human: Fedor Critiques Rogers Fight
Those lucky enough to attend the Paradise Warrior Retreat Center luncheon Sunday in Hoffman Estates, Ill., following Saturday’s Strikeforce/M-1 Global “Fedor vs. Rogers” got a real treat.

Couture: 'I Would Love a Crack at Machida'

greg@sherdog.com (greg@sherdog.com (Greg Savage)) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:50:28 PST

Couture: 'I Would Love a Crack at Machida'
Consecutive losses to Brock Lesnar and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira have done nothing to diminish UFC Hall of Famer Randy Couture's desire to face the best competition he can find. Just days before his showdown with Brandon Vera, Couture told Sherdog.com he feels he can compete with the best in the 205-pound division and he welcomed an opportunity to fight champion Lyoto Machida.

Fedor Undergoes Surgery; Cast for 4-6 Weeks

lhunt@sherdog.com (lhunt@sherdog.com (Loretta Hunt)) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:50:26 PST

Fedor Undergoes Surgery; Cast for 4-6 Weeks
Fedor Emelianenko’s injuries may not keep the top-ranked fighter on the sidelines for as long as initially expected.

Nogueira-Velasquez Headlines UFC 108

bknapp@sherdog.com (bknapp@sherdog.com (Brian Knapp)) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:32:41 PST

Nogueira-Velasquez Headlines UFC 108
Brazilian legend Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira will meet the unbeaten Cain Velasquez in the UFC 108 headliner on Jan. 2 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

CBS: Fedor-Rogers Draws 5.46 Million Viewers

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:20:40 PST

CBS: Fedor-Rogers Draws 5.46 Million Viewers
The heavyweight main event pairing Fedor Emelianenko with the previously unbeaten Brett Rogers at Strikeforce/M-1 Global “Fedor vs. Rogers” reached 5.46 million viewers, according to figures released on Tuesday by CBS.

Swick Ready for 'Greatest Opportunity' of His Career

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:19:53 PST

Swick Ready for 'Greatest Opportunity' of His Career
UFC welterweight Mike Swick will face off with fellow contender Dan Hardy Saturday night and an appointment with champion Georges St. Pierre will be on the line.

The American Kickboxing Academy product welcomed Sherdog.com into his San Jose, Calif., training camp as he prepared for his welterweight eliminator match with the always-tough Hardy.

Check out this exclusive interview to hear Swick's thoughts on taking on Hardy, a proud Briton, in his homeland as well as his prediction on how the fight will turn out.

'Mayhem' Miller Loses Fight, Wins Fans

lhunt@sherdog.com (lhunt@sherdog.com (Loretta Hunt)) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:18:52 PST

'Mayhem' Miller Loses Fight, Wins Fans
Jason “Mayhem” Miller said he fought two fights at Strikeforce/M-1 Global “Fedor vs. Rogers” Saturday at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates, Ill.

Remaining Bouts Confirmed for UFC 106

news@sherdog.com (news@sherdog.com) — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 01:13:41 PST

Remaining Bouts Confirmed for UFC 106
The UFC finalized the lineup Monday for UFC 106, scheduled for Nov. 21 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas.

WEC GM: Brown vs. Aldo a Legacy Fight for Champion

bknapp@sherdog.com (bknapp@sherdog.com (Brian Knapp)) — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 01:11:42 PST

WEC GM: Brown vs. Aldo a Legacy Fight for Champion
World Extreme Cagefighting General Manager Reed Harris thinks more than the featherweight championship will be at stake when Mike Thomas Brown defends the title against Jose Aldo in the WEC 44 “Brown vs. Aldo” main event on Nov. 18

Fedor Bloodied But Victorious

lhunt@sherdog.com (lhunt@sherdog.com (Loretta Hunt)) — Sun, 8 Nov 2009 07:59:39 PST

Fedor Bloodied But Victorious
Fedor Emelianenko left the Sears Centre Arena on Saturday with his reputation as the world’s No. 1 heavyweight still intact, but it did not come without a struggle against Brett Rogers. » Recap | Play-by-Play

Fedor Injures Hand | Rogers’ Reaction | Werdum Wants Fedor Next | Shields & Mousasi on Wins | Radio | Rossen’s Thoughts

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