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July 2007 MMA News Archive - Page 2
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UFC Is Highest Bidder in “Fedor” Sweepstakes
(ufcjunkie.com) Of all his suitors, the UFC has offered PRIDE heavyweight champion Fedor Emelianenko (26-1 MMA, 0-0 UFC) the most lucrative fight deal, but the contract’s numerous restrictions and the organization’s lack of communication could keep the MMA legend from joining the UFC, said Emelianenko’s manager, Vadim Finkelstein.
Submitted Jul 27, 2007 10:43PM by aznteabagger - 15 comments
Finkelstein Discusses UFC, Fedor Emelianenko
(sherdog.com) Sherdog w/ Vadim Finkelstein with Fedor on the side
Submitted Jul 27, 2007 1:08PM by aznteabagger - 12 comments
Daley vs Diaz?
(mmaweekly.com) There has been confusion of late surrounding Paul Daley and where he will be fighting next – Nick Diaz in Elite XC or Mark Weir in Cage Rage? Daley himself stated post Cage Rage 22 that he was offered Jake Shields or Nick Diaz, Shields then dropped out of the mix and Daley confirmed that he would be step up to fight Diaz for the 160lbs title. With Diaz announcing that he will be taking part in the September 15th show and Daley already being booked for the 22nd of September in Cage Rage, something didn’t add up.
Submitted Jul 27, 2007 1:05PM by aznteabagger - 2 comments
Shooto Japan Comes to O.C
(mmaweekly.com) Professional Shooto Japan Comes To Orange County at The No Limits Event Center August 18.
Irvine, CA – On Saturday, August 18, Professional Shooto Japan will make its much-anticipated foray into the U.S. market in Orange County California at The No Limits Event Center. For its venture into the American market Professional Shooto Japan will showcase some of it’s brightest stars including Shooto veteran Kenichiro Togashi taking on current Gladiator Challenge Lightweight World Champion Brian Cobb. Togashi is coming off a first round submission victory over Darren Crisp in his U.S. debut in April, while Cobb recently submitted Shawn Bias and John Reedy in route to winning the Gladiators Challenge Lightweight Championship.
Submitted Jul 27, 2007 1:04PM by aznteabagger - 0 comments
Sokoudjou Not Signing With ELITE XC
(mmaweekly.com) The stable of fighters now in official free agency after the Zuffa buyout of Pride continues to grow on almost a daily basis and one of the most sought after light heavyweight prizes on the market, Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou, will not be signing with Elite XC as many had thought going into the Shamrock/Baroni Elite XC produced pay-per-view that took place last month.
Submitted Jul 27, 2007 1:03PM by aznteabagger - 0 comments
Entire Ultimate Fighter 6 Cast Revealed
(ufcjunkie.com)
You might need to refresh it.
Submitted Jul 27, 2007 11:57AM by babalu2720 - 9 comments
Athletic Commissions Differing Drug Policies
(mmaweekly.com) The recent trends in MMA with positive drug tests have taken over the headlines on just about every website, forum and newspaper that covers the sport. Recently, the California State Athletic Commission released its most recent results for athletes competing in combat sports in the state and the numbers were staggering for the overall positive tests.
Submitted Jul 26, 2007 10:26PM by aznteabagger - 1 comment
Final Words: In the Devils' Own Backyard
(sherdog.com) Living with Fedor Emilianenko's Red Devil team while they participate in the M-1 Russia vs. Europe tournament, and the aftermath.
Submitted Jul 26, 2007 10:24PM by aznteabagger - 1 comment
Rich Franklin Co-Author of “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Ultimate Fighting”
(ufcjunkie.com) We’ll soon have some medicine for bone-headed MMA fans.
Former UFC middleweight champion Rich Franklin and novelist Jon F. Merz have teamed up for a new MMA-related title about the sport, and more specifically, the UFC’s brand of “cage fighting.” And it’s appropriately called The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Ultimate Fighting.
Submitted Jul 26, 2007 10:22PM by aznteabagger - 7 comments
10 Biggest Underachievers in MMA
(cbs.sportsline.com) 10 biggest underachievers in MMA... I for sure agree with Overeem.. non the less interesting though
Submitted Jul 26, 2007 8:09PM by jdubs - 29 comments
UFC Fight Night 11: Gray Maynard vs. Joe Veres
(ufcmania.com) Gray Maynard (2-0) — lightweight semifinalist from The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 5 — will return to the Octagon against UFC newcomer Joe Veres (4-1) at UFC Fight Night 11 on September 19, according to the rumors section of MMAWeekly.com.
Submitted Jul 26, 2007 11:21AM by CwB - 8 comments
Pride Fights Now Available on UFC.com
(ufc.com) That's right! UFC is now hosting Pride fights on their on demand system. Subscribers can now access fighters that were previously unavailable for download through legitimate means.
Submitted Jul 25, 2007 9:04PM by nubby - 11 comments
GSP interview
(sportsline.com) Just to give some confidence to GSP fans
Submitted Jul 25, 2007 2:14PM by ocho-cinco - 28 comments
Chris Lytle vs. Tristan Yunker UFL Bout Scratched
(ufcjunkie.com) An upcoming United Fight League bout between UFC veteran Chris Lytle (23-14-5 MMA, 3-6 UFC) and promising youngster Tristan Yunker (11-5 MMA, 0-0 UFC) that UFCjunkie.com first reported yesterday was scratched at the final hour, we’ve learned.
Submitted Jul 25, 2007 12:06PM by aznteabagger - 0 comments
Luke Cummo VS Ediberto "Crocota" at UFN 11
(ufcmania.com) Submitted Jul 25, 2007 10:29AM by babalu2720 - 5 comments
IFL Grand Prix Matchups Named!!!!!
(ifl.tv)
Among them include a Horodecki vs Palaszewski rematch and Rothwell vs Nelson rematch.
Submitted Jul 25, 2007 9:00AM by babalu2720 - 5 comments
CC is bringig Bonjasky and Yyvel
i'm a bit lazy to translation right now so here is just short summary
he will bring Bonjasky, Iyvel and Ivan Hippolyte to train with them.....................something about training more stand up (he'll train in this proportion: stand up/ground game 80:20)...and he had also mentioneted that he will get octagon next week
if anyone have the will to translate the whole article please be my guest : http://www.vecernji.hr/newsroom/sports/more/1778600/index.do;jsessionid=A9C15A119E0A46BE3791FD10F9A1694D.2
Submitted Jul 24, 2007 6:22PM by cmill21 - 25 comments
Patient Wanderlei Still Wants Liddell
(sherdog.com)  Former PRIDE middleweight ace Wanderlei Silva (Pictures) is coming to America.
"I'm moving to the U.S., but I still don't know where I'll live. I'm in doubt between Las Vegas and Florida," Silva stated. "I'm going there to see a house … and after this I'll decide."
The Brazilian admits he doesn't even know where he will train, "I'm shooting in the dark, and I'm still thinking how I will train. I have to see the available gyms, where I'll train, and with who."
Read the rest @--> Submitted Jul 24, 2007 4:28PM by Canadian_MM_EH - 20 comments
former UFC fighter Nick Diaz returns at EliteXC event Sept. 15
(ufcjunkie.com) good to see Nick Diaz back
Submitted Jul 24, 2007 3:56PM by papercut - 15 comments
UFC on ESPN
(mmanews.com) Spike may not be the only cable network offering UFC content. The organization is in discussions with HBO, and has had preliminary discussions with ESPN, about securing a distribution deal for additional live events and other UFC content, according to executives from both networks.
Submitted Jul 24, 2007 11:53AM by CwB - 3 comments
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