One of five fighters nominated for the UFC Undisputed 3 cover, Anderson Silva’s record-breaking championship reign surely makes him a suitable candidate. Vote at www.ufc.com
Fighting MovesArchive for August, 2011
Inside MMA correspondent Ron Kruck caught up with Quinton “Rampage” Jackson at the UFC 135 presser in Denver, CO. Rampage had some interesting things to say about his match up with Jones, including a challenge in the way that Jones will approach the fight
Fighting MovesAnderson Silva will look to avenge his only loss in the past 6 years as he take on Yushin Okami tomorrow night at UFC RIO – Live on Pay-Per-View and www.UFC.tv at 6/9PM PT/ET.
Fighting MovesSPONSORED BY: FCG [www.youtube.com Fairfield County Gaming (FCG) is the newest gaming group added to YouTube. FCG provides footage of real online and off-line gameplay. Subscribe and watch videos from the top gamers in the world. FCG plays a wide variety of games and with multiple gamers, you’re sure to find a specific player that you like. SPORTS BETTING DEPOSIT LINKS: SPORTS INTERACTION: affiliate.sportsinteraction.com BODOG: sports.bodog.eu FOR MORE INFORMATION ON MMA BETTING: betmma.ca VISIT: www.betmma.ca UFC 134: Silva vs. Okami is an upcoming mixed martial arts event to be held by the Ultimate Fighting Championship on August 27, 2011 at the HSBC Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The event will be the second that the UFC has hosted in Brazil, since 1998′s UFC 17.5: Ultimate Brazil. UFC 1, 2, and 4 Tournament winner Royce Gracie was linked to the event, but the rumors were refuted by UFC president Dana White. Maiquel Falcão was scheduled to take on Tom Lawlor at this event, but was released from the promotion in regard to a 2002 assault charge. Lawlor has now been moved to UFC 139, where he is taking on Chris Weidman. Mackens Semerzier was expected to face Yuri Alcantara at the event, but was replaced by UFC newcomer Antonio Carvalho. However, Carvalho suffered an injury as well, and has been forced out of the bout. He will be replaced by newcomer Felipe Arantes. Alexandre Ferreira was expected to face Rousimar Palhares at this event. However, Ferreira was forced out …
Fighting MovesHaving faced both of these fighters, Chael gives his expert opinion on tomorrow night’s fight. Watch UFC RIO: Silva vs Okami Live on Pay-Per-View or www.UFC.tv at 6/9pm PT/ET on Saturday August 27th.
Fighting MovesWe always get the inside scoop on Inside MMA, and here is another breaking news story that we have the exclusive on. After being let go by Strikeforce, former Strikeforce Womens Bantamweight champ Marloes Coenen tells Inside MMA that she will be fighting for Black Eye Fighting out of North Carolina
Fighting MovesYushin Okami joins Paula Sack for a one on one interview as he prepares for the biggest fight of his career against Anderson Silva at UFC Rio. When the two met in 2006, Okami came away with a controversial win. Now the deck is stacked against him as he takes on the world’s best fighter in his home country of Brazil. With few weaknesses to exploit, Okami says he will have to explore all aspects of his game to come away with a victory. Will the Silva era continue or will he be dethroned by a hungry Okami? Find out who takes the world middleweight championship at UFC Rio: Silva vs. Okami, Saturday, August 27, live on Pay-Per-View, 9PM/6PM ET/PT.
Fighting MovesInside MMA remembers a close friend, a great coach, and an even better man Shawn Tompkins. Those closest to him remember “The Coachapos; including members of team Tompkins Sam Stout, Chris Horodecki, Mark Hominick, and his wife Emilie Tompkins
Fighting MovesMauricio “Shogun” Rua trains with renowned strength and conditioning specialist Todd Norman. Shogun uses cutting edge technology, including Nike Vapor Strobes, special glasses that flash intermittently, temporarily impairing his vision. The glasses make it more challenging when working on reaction speeds and avoiding strikes. When the glasses are removed, Shogun is able to react faster through heightened visual focus and awareness. Rua faces Forrest Griffin in the co-main event at UFC Rio: Silva vs. Okami, Saturday, August 27, live on Pay-Per-View, 9PM/6PM ET/PT.
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