UFC 212: Aldo vs. Holloway Predictions & Preview

This is our UFC 212 predictions and preview show for the upcoming event headlined by a featherweight championship bout between Max Holloway and Jose Aldo. The show will be held on June 3, 2017 at the Jeunesse Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The UFC 212 main card:

José Aldo vs. Max Holloway (00:27:52)

Cláudia Gadelha vs. Karolina Kowalkiewicz (00:20:47)

Vitor Belfort vs. Nate Marquardt (00:16:00)

Paulo Borrachinha vs. Oluwale Bamgbose (00:12:39)

Erick Silva vs. Yancy Medeiros (00:07:43)

We also previewed the main event of the prelims:

Raphael Assunção vs. Marlon Moraes (00:00:44)

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Demetrious Johnson Mighty Squad & Rampage Jackson Kickin Ass

Demetrious Johnson “Mighty Squad” & Rampage Jackson Team Up

Witness the hilarity live as the reigning, defending, undisputed UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson. Alongside the former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson team up to kick some ass in the online world. Hilarity ensues as the two world champs shoot em up, with no man left behind.

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Norman Parke Talks Mateusz Gamrot Biting Him at KSW 39

We were joined by Norman Parke on the Monday following his controversial loss to Mateusz Gamrot at the record-breaking KSW 39: Colosseum event which was attended by 58,000 people. In the second round of the contest, Parke was bitten on the hand by Gamrot, but the referee didn’t deduct a point from the Polish champion. Parke went on to lose the fight in a close decision.

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Norman Parke’s Interview with us following BAMMA 28: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piUKhJBgz-U

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Jose Aldo Junior vs Max Holloway UFC 212 Promo

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Swan Feathers -The Importance of Passion

We came across this short documentary piece, which explores the theme of passion for what we do with our lives. Featuring interviews with a cross section of notable characters from Irish life. Who have succeeded in their fields, by dedicating themselves to their craft. With comedian David McSavage, dancer Karol Sazarek, swimmer Hannah Laing. And the man himself, the pride of Tallaght, former UFC fighter “The Hooligan” Paddy Holohan.

With some outstanding insight into the thoughts and minds of those who strive to succeed in what they are truly passionate about. The short amplifies the idea that whatever goal you chase… whichever path you take. No matter what it might be. It’s critical that you have a passion for it. Straight from the mouths of those who have talked the talk and done it.Take a second out to get revitalised, before getting back on that horse.

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Gökhan Saki – Skill Breakdown / Film Study / Highlights *NEW* UFC

Gökhan Saki – Skill Breakdown / Film Study / Highlights *NEW* UFC

Gökhan Saki – ‘Welcome to the UFC’

In recent MMA News Gokhan Saki has announced / confirmed that he has bypassed signing with Glory Kickboxing, in order to sign with the UFC. Details have yet to come to surface, but one thing can be a fairly certain….expect fireworks!

Old-School fans of high-level striking (K1 / Glory) have been pining for a chance to see a (likely USADA friendly) proven, championship caliber striker in the UFC. With Saki we get to see someone who has beaten some of the very best HW’s in the world compete at 205 in MMA / the UFC. ‘Turkish Tyson’ is an aggressive pressure fighter out of Mike’s Gym known for his hand speed and power.

For this one I will obviously get a bit deeper than ‘The Rebel’s’ speed or power, and show some of the nuanced strike selection and brilliant punches in bunches sequencing that has made Saki such a terrifying stand-up fighter over the last decade or so.

So while his grappling is entirely a question mark for now, let’s focus on the positive and hope we get to see one of the best strikers on the planet wearing 4 oz. gloves. Cheers.

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OFT #69 | Norman Parke Interview, UFC 212 Preview, Best UFC Cards

On this episode of Obviously Fight Talk, the guys are joined by Norman Parke following his controversial loss to Mateusz Gamrot at the record-breaking KSW 39: Colosseum event which was attended by 58,000 people. In the second round of the fight, Parke was bitten on the hand by Gamrot, but the referee didn’t deduct a point from the Polish champion. Parke went on to lose the fight in a close decision. The lads also recapped UFC Fight Night 109 which was headlined by Gustafsson vs. Teixeira. They also previewed and predicted the upcoming UFC 212 event headlined by a featherweight championship bout between Max Holloway and Jose Aldo. Segments you have come to know and love returned including the Obviously Fight Talk Quick-Fire News and The Reddit Thread of the Week where the guys discussed the best UFC/MMA cards to show new fans of the sport to get them hooked.

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Show Rundown & Section Picker:

Norman Parke Interview (00:03:08)

OFT Quick-Fire News (00:18:38)

UFC Fight Night 109: Gustafsson vs. Teixeira Recap (00:31:11)

UFC 212: Aldo vs. Holloway Preview / Breakdown / Predictions (00:43:35)

Reddit Thread of the Week: Best UFC Cards to Introduce MMA to New MMA Fans (01:23:25)

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OFT #69 | Norman Parke Interview, UFC 212 Preview, Best UFC Cards

On this episode of Obviously Fight Talk, the guys are joined by Norman Parke following his controversial loss to Mateusz Gamrot at the record-breaking KSW 39: Colosseum event which was attended by 58,000 people. In the second round of the fight, Parke was bitten on the hand by Gamrot, but the referee didn’t deduct a point from the Polish champion. Parke went on to lose the fight in a close decision. The lads also recapped UFC Fight Night 109 which was headlined by Gustafsson vs. Teixeira. They also previewed and predicted the upcoming UFC 212 event headlined by a featherweight championship bout between Max Holloway and Jose Aldo. Segments you have come to know and love returned including the Obviously Fight Talk Quick-Fire News and The Reddit Thread of the Week where the guys discussed the best UFC/MMA cards to show new fans of the sport to get them hooked.

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Show Rundown & Section Picker:

Norman Parke Interview (00:03:08)

OFT Quick-Fire News (00:18:38)

UFC Fight Night 109: Gustafsson vs. Teixeira Recap (00:31:11)

UFC 212: Aldo vs. Holloway Preview / Breakdown / Predictions (00:43:35)

Reddit Thread of the Week: Best UFC Cards to Introduce MMA to New MMA Fans (01:23:25)

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Jon Jones vs Daniel Cormier FUNNIEST Trash Talk

The former champion Jon Jones vs the current champ Daniel Cormier. Is one of the most engaging feuds in the UFC today. The two light heavyweight champions despise each other and have been exchanging barbs and insults for over 2 years. Here’s a selection of some of the very best, much of which is hilarious!

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Michael Chiesa and Kevin Lee – Don’t ever talk about my Mom REMIX

The recent UFC Summer Kickoff conference certainly kicked off, in more ways than one. The annual event sets out the UFC fight calendar for the following Summer months. Giving fans an overview of what to expect, as the promotion builds toward the yearly Fight Week in Las Vegas in July. Which showcases the both the UFC and the sport itself. One of the lets say, less anticipated main events, pitches Michael Chiesa against fellow lightweight Kevin Lee at UFC Fight Night 112.

Both fighters got into a heated argument, followed by some fisticuffs. After Lee commented that Chiesa’s mom had managed to wrangle some tickets for the fight. Something the Ultimate Fighter 15 winner didn’t appreciate. The Don’t ever talk about my Mom REMIX captures what took place in its own unique way.

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UFC 212 Embedded: Vlog Series – Episode 2

On UFC 212 Embedded 2, featherweight champion Jose Aldo reaches peak condition surrounded by familiar faces. Energized by the return to her native country, top strawweight Claudia Gadelha fits a commercial photo shoot into her busy schedule. Polish strawweight Karolina Kowalkiewicz enjoys the Brazilian outdoors, from a rooftop workout to a shopping trip on the beach. And interim featherweight champion Max Holloway combines training and sightseeing on a scenic hike.

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18 Year Old Fighting Genius | Tenshin Nasukawa Is The Future

Tenshin Nasukawa Is 18 Year Old Fighting Genius

119 wins by age 18, Tenshin Nasukawa is a not just a highly skilled warrior, but a child prodigy. Thank you for joining me on this special segment where we take a deeper look into this young mans fighting style.

“An amateur record of 99-5, professional record 17-0, 13 of which ko’s and a rizin mma record of 3-0, all amassed at the age of 18, indicating that Tenshin Nasukawa is probably still in high school if not just out of. That’s insane. Those are the kinds of stats you see in an anime exaggerating the main character, and with his fancy hair, I’m pretty he’s on his way to being serialised in one. As unreal as that may sound, this kid is the real deal and the reasons why are transparent even at first glance. Let’s dive a little deeper in our understanding of this child prodigy.

Fighting Style

Lawrence kenshin mentioned that Tenshin’s fighting style was a high level of kickboxing and muay Thai, but tapology indicates his core style is actually Kyokushin karate. He does have the capacity to mix up his combinations fluidly with knees and elbows, but he definitely looks more karate in his sense for rhythm and lightness, even throwing flashier high skills kicks known in kyukoshin, like the rolling thunder or Kyokushin wheel kick.

Definitely spinning back kicks and such in his mix up as well, he’s this mix of technical prowess and flash all done so clean, so seamlessly, effortlessly, it looks normal, like he isn’t even trying, that it’s just a natural expression of his being… What’s even more incredible, is the why strikes, it’s almost as if the art and science of boxing is being used at that high level in all of his strikes, kicks and all… That ability to understand rhythm, feel and exploit the half beat with devastating speed yet surgical precision… Reading reactions with each strike, attuning the next strike based upon the first, with a firm understanding of feints, and a near instantaneous reaction for counter punches… Tenshin is a prodigy who at 18 is a whole package stand up fighter… Precise, fluid, light on his feet, blinding speed, with a recovery time in between each of his strikes just as incredible as the speed of his execution, all tightly knit in crisp, clean technical form.

Tenshin is also a southpaw which may also partially explain his fighting capacity. Southpaws have an inherent advantage in combat simply because of their novelty, there’s less of them. This essentially means on average we will have less experience training with someone who uses a southpaw stance, and because their striking philosophy has differences vs Orthodox, they will have a slight if not great knowledge advantage over their opponents, whilst the southpaw has a sea of orthodox fighters to refine their style, their philosophy against.

Also, because the lead foot is typically blocked by the opponent’s lead foot, it’s harder to step in with a jab, alongside the opponent’s lead hand also blocking yours, but due to the dynamic of how we conventionally guard, with a southpaw, you both also become more open to each others power hands, to which the southpaw who has more experience, is given that edge in increased KO potential. In a game of inches, that could mean meters based upon the experience of the opponent.

Mental Game

When I look at tenshin, I see a super computer. He is completely unemotional. He has the same face as faker playing an impossibly high skill cap computer game, but Tenshin is doing it in the high stakes world of unarmed combat, a world full of real consequences… That Calm is what gives him his fluidity, allows his clean technical prowess, his ability to articulately solve the problem before him based upon what each moment calls, quickly, yet efficiently… Without it, that mind of absolute pure ice, tenshin would not be what he is, a genius.”

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SUDDENLY THE LIGHT-HEAVYWEIGHT DIVISION LOOKS EXCITING AGAIN

The 205lb division in the UFC has always been the flag bearer of the brand, from Chuck Liddell through to Randy Couture, Tito Ortiz, Forrest Griffin, Rampage Jackson and in recent years Jon Jones; it has always been one of the most competitive and exciting divisions. In recent years however the challenges the division has faced include perennial ageing contenders, the loss of top-level contenders Phil Davis and Ryan Bader to Bellator, and crucially a lack of talented fighters to break into the top 10…

Whilst longer term the division still looks to have a lack of young up and coming top-level fighters, in the short to medium term it seems that a mini tournament for the title has begun to take shape. It is amazing how one fight can lead to multiple match-ups being made, but last night’s bout in Stockholm did just that. Whilst it wasn’t as clinical or as devastating as Anthony Johnson’s quick KO of Glover Texiera last year, Alexander Gustaffson’s array of strikes for a near full 5 rounds of action proved he was back to his best, peppering Texiera with combinations of elbows, hooks and a devastating uppercut he seemed to find time and time again. Is Gustaffson ready to meet the winner of Cormier versus Jones? Not in my personal opinion – I feel Jimi Manuwa is the worthy (and fresh) challenger, with a style that causes both Cormier and Jones real problems.

To step into Sean Shelby’s shoes the next logical matchups look like this –

The winner of Cormier v Jones versus Jimi Manuwa

Alexander Gustaffson versus Volkan Oezdemir

Glover Texiera versus Misha Cirkunov

Gustaffson versus Oezdemir is a bout that makes sense for both men – in Gustaffson’s case should he win, it cements his place as the next title challenger at his 3rd attempt at the strap. There is already a background in place as he has history with all 3 men involved in the potential title tilt of Cormier, Jones and Manuwa. Volkan Oezdemir arrival to the upper tier of title challengers was announced last night as he impressively knocked out fellow rising contender, Misha Cirkunov. Whilst it was likely the UFC’s matchmakers hope to set up Cirkunov as the next rising challenger, the fact Oezdemir played spoiler isn’t the worst thing to happen. A win against Gustaffson could really send shockwaves across the division and also give it a much-needed shot of adrenalin with a relatively young (27 years old) up and comer whose fighting style could cause some real problems.

On the flipside, the hype train of Misha Cirkunov seems to have derailed for the time being. Cirkunov was, unfortunately, a victim of being too eager to impress and in his striking exchange with Oezdemir he was unlucky to be clipped behind the ear on his way to a TKO loss. Nothing changes drastically for him, as he was always likely 3 more wins away from a title shot, so the sensible option here is to meet Glover Texiera towards the end of this year once both men have been medically cleared to fight. It would prove an acid test for both men. Glover, in particular, seems to have well and truly moved out of the contender category, but last night’s bout with Gustaffson he truly gave everything of himself. A fight between could be seen as a crossroads for both men.

Add Gokhan Saki to the mix and suddenly 205 looks like it has a batch up of very exciting matchups and hopefully a few intriguing rematches to come to fruition! Long may this continue!!!

Written by Leith Monro, follow him on Twitter @LeithMonz

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UFC 212 Embedded: Vlog Series ­- Episode 1

On Episode 1 of UFC 212 Embedded, strawweight contender Karolina Kowalkiewicz doubles down at wrestling practice and goes sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro. Featherweight champion Jose Aldo does a superhero-level workout as he wraps up camp in his home gym, while interim champion Max Holloway arrives in town and prepares to take on the local star. And strawweight Claudia Gadelha enjoys an emotional sendoff from her Albuquerque team before travelling to her former home. UFC 212 Embedded is an all-access, behind-the-scenes video blog leading up to featherweight title unification bout at UFC 212: Aldo vs. Holloway, taking place Saturday, June 3 on Pay-Per-View.

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UFC 212 Countdown: Jose Aldo vs Max Holloway

Featherweight champions Jose Aldo and Max Holloway train for a title unification bout in the sport’s most hotly watched weight class. Longtime champion Aldo seeks to prove that he still has the skills to stay atop the division, but win-streaking Max Holloway, who captured the interim title in Aldo’s absence, plans to emerge as the division’s new face.

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Bojan Velickovic Makes Nico Musoke do the Chicken Dance

Bojan Velickovic defeats Nico Nico Musoke via TKO (Punches) 4:37 of R3.

Bojan Velickovic def. Nico Musoke via TKO (Punches) 4:37 of R3….

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When Floyd Mayweather Entered The Matrix

When Floyd Mayweather Entering The Matrix

With the upcoming bout between Floyd Mayweather vs Conor McGregor likely to be announced soon. Boxing Legends TV decided to break down the ‘Matrix’ style defense of the the shoulder roll specialist, Floyd Mayweather Jr. How will McGregor’s amateur boxing credentials and UFC world championship striking stack up against one of the greatest defensive boxers of all time? We have already been privy to some of the Notorious One’s sparring sessions. Of course the big elephant in the room is how he handles the King on his own turf? All boxing matches are in 60fps for maximum viewing pleasure.

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Why So Much Hate For Daniel Cormier?

Daniel Cormier: Why So Much Hate?

Some excellent insight and analysis into why the UFC light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier. With some fantastic humour and cutting wit. Mixed Molly whoppery gives us his take on the whole DC vs Jon Jones saga. And why he believes Jones swapped places with Cormier in terms of being the heel in their relationship. A hilarious, yet telling take on what has become one of the most engrossing struggles for domination in the sport. Looking forward to a lot more of this in the future.

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Mark Hunt Spine Tingling Haka Sendoff

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Mark Hunt Gets Amazing Haka Sendoff at Gym

Kiwi Mark Hunt is one of the most successful fighter to ever comeout of New Zealand. Here the Pride, K1 and UFC veteran got an absolutely awesome sendoff at his gym in New Zealand. As the fighters gathered to deliver the Samoan Warriors Haka dance, just for Hunto San. With a cameo appearance by American actor Jason Mamoa.

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Olympian Michael Conlan Talks Conor McGregor's Boxing and Punching Power

Michael Conlan on Conor McGregor’s Boxing and Punching Ability

Irish Olympic and now professional boxer Michael Conlan, recently gave his assessment of Conor McGregor’s boxing and punching power. He also talked a little about his own interest in the sport of Mixed Martial Arts. And how it was watching fellow Irishman McGregor which got him hooked. It was Conlanhimself who organised the SBG man’s sparring partner for his second fight against Nate Diaz at UFC 202, which he won. Conlan also talked in detail about the potential Floyd Mayweather vs Conor McGregor superfight. Which should by all accounts break records if it ever comes to fruition. And his own third pro bout on the upcoming Manny Pacquiao vs Jeff Horn undercard in Australia.

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Cris Cyborg "I did 1.3 million views for @danawhite" Nowhere to Be Seen?

I did 1.3 million views for @danawhite and the @ufc during my last fight on @fs1!!!!

10 months later I still don’t have an opponent announced for #ufc214 and the company can’t seem to find my photo for promotion. @seanshelby let me know if you need me to email you some high resolution photos of my self. ” =========================

Está tendo final de semana #Lasvegas para os atletas várias palestras sobre muitas coisas e umas das coisas e a empresa crescer e a marca do atleta também.

Então foi da uma olhadinha no “livro” do #athleteretreat .

Dá uma chegada.. talvez eu tenha que manda uma foto em boa resolução por e-mail para ser colocada 😬😏! Tem que respeitar! Bah #criscyborg #cyborgnation

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Gegard Mousasi Funny Trash Talk & SAVAGE Moments

Veteran fighter Gegard Mousasi has been an absolute on a tear lately in terms of his trash talk. While at the very same time kicking ass and taking names inside the octagon. Slowly moving his way up the middleweight rankings like a Loris on the hunt. Whether it’s intentional or not, he’s one of the funniest fighters in the sport. And he looks set to continue his ascension 2017. We take a look at some of his funniest interviews, trash talk, and interactions with MMA fans. Some of which has been quite brutal, to say the least! Let’s roll it.

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The Evolution of Dana White (2001-2017)

Dana White The Evolution from (2001-2017)

We follow the evolution of the UFC President Dana White and his journey into the world of mixed martial arts promotion. When he along with his childhood friends the Fertitta brothers, with their company Zuffa. Bought the flagging Ultimate Fighting Championships for $2 million in January 2001. Some 16 years later the UFC was sold to WME/IMG for a massive $4 billion. Breaking the record for the most valuable company buyout in sports history. Currently White continues on as the President for a further five years. Before finally sailing off into the sunset, some $360+ million richer than the first time he stepped onto our screens.

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BJ Penn vs Din Thomas UFC 32: Birth of the Prodigy

BJ Penn vs Din Thomas #mma #ufc #martialarts #mixedmartialarts #boxing #kickboxing #muaythai #wrestling #karate #taekwondo #bjj #jiujitsu #sports #combat #fitness #motivation #wwe #gym #fit #workout #fight #conormcgregor #mcgregor #floydmayweather #fighting #training #fit #bjpenn #ko #knockout

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The Boss vs The King

We are still waiting on this Floyd Mayweather vs Conor McGregor boxing match. Which could very well break many records! Will they, won’t they? #MayweatherMcGregor

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Brock Lesnar vs Shane Carwin UFC 116

Brock Lesnar vs Shane Carwin UFC 116 #mma #ufc #martialarts #mixedmartialarts #boxing #kickboxing #muaythai #wrestling #karate #taekwondo #bjj #jiujitsu #sports #combat #fitness #motivation #wwe #gym #fit #workout #fight #conormcgregor #mcgregor #floydmayweather #fighting #training #comeback #nevergiveup #brocklesnar

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UFC 212 Free Fight: Claudia Gadelha vs Jessica Aguilar

Check out Claudia Gadelha’s victory over Jessica Aguilar at UFC 190 back in 2015 to earn a title shot against Joanna Jedrzejczyk. Gadelha next faces Karolina Kowalkiewicz in the co-main event at UFC 212 live on Pay-Per-View.

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UFC 212: Aldo vs Holloway – Media Conference Call

In advance of UFC 212: Aldo vs Holloway, UFC will host a media conference call on Thursday, May 25 at 2 p.m. PT/5 p.m. ET with the stars of the main event.

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Best & Worst MMA Fighter Organisation Moves (w/ Brendan Dorman)

Rory MacDonald made a successful Bellator MMA debut last weekend at Bellator 179 in London which got us thinking: what are the best and the worst fighter transitions to a new organisation? We talk about the PRIDE days, WEC, Strikeforce, and more.

Give your opinion on your best and worst transitions of fighters to a new organisation.

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This week’s episode of Obviously Fight Talk with a Rory MacDonald Bellator debut breakdown w/ Brendan Dorman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4QAFZm1tCw

Our full interview with Muay Thai legend John Wayne Parr: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxACBGbpRdA

Our interview with UFC fighter Jason “The Kid” Knight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOm-bu93_bQ

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@gunninelson vs Brandon Thatch UFC 189

Gunnar nelson vs Brandon Thatch #mma #ufc #martialarts #mixedmartialarts #boxing #kickboxing #muaythai #wrestling #karate #taekwondo #bjj #jiujitsu #sports #combat #fitness #motivation #wwe #gym #fit #workout #fight #conormcgregor #mcgregor #floydmayweather #fighting #training #fit #swag #gunnarnelson #submission

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Inside The UFC Athlete Retreat 2017

UFC Athlete Retreat 2017- We Go Inside

The Menace, Dennis Bermudez takes us inside the UFC fighters Retreat 2017. With never before seen footage shot by the man himself. We get to interact with some of the biggest names on the UFC roster. Plenty of drink, plenty of pranks and general banter. With some impromptu sing-alongs plus Mr X Factor himself Kelvin Gastelum on the mic, with any number of fighters as baacking singers. A tour of the venue, Snoop Dogg live, plus the following day hangover and all that good stuff. A lot going on at UFCAR17! Good work by “The Menace”.

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Nick Diaz vs Japanese Superstar Takanori Gomi PRIDE 33

Nick Diaz vs. Takanori Gomi Pride 33

Nick Diaz facing off against Japanese superstar Takanori Gomi at Pride 33. A fight which Gomi was supposed to win and very well looked like he might. Diaz pulls off one of the best comeback wins of his long career.

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Joanna Jedrzejczyk on Hot 97 Talks Cage Experience, Rousey, Andrade & VIP Fans

Joanna Jedrzejczyk, UFC Strawweight Champion, Idols, Defending Title and VIP Fans

The UFC Strawweight Champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk joins the Hot 97 crew. She talks about her recent title defense against top contender Jessica Andrade at UFC 211. Joanna Champion breaks down the fight, what she expected from her opponent and details what transpired inside the cage. She discusses her possibly moving up to flyweight as the new division is being created as we speak. She also goes into detail about her introduction to the fight game and her love of competition.While also discussing her idol in mma, the former women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey. Her future in the sport and so much more from the Polish Assasin.

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Mousasi's Road - Gegard Mousasi film

Gegard Mousasi – Mousasi’s Road Film

Based out of the Netherlands, UFC middleweight fighter Gegard Mousasi has sat in and around the top of the sport for many years. Once ranked number 3 in the world by Sherdog.com. The Iranian-born Armenian has quite a life story. Fleeing the Iran – Iraq war, his family settled in Leiden Netherlands where Gegard love for mixed martial arts began. With one of the most extensive careers in the sport, having competed in most of the major promotions including k1 Dynamite, Cage Warriors, M1-Global, Affliction, Pride Fighting Championships. Dream where he won the middleweight title and Strikeforce, where he became the light heavyweight champion.

There’s no doubting Mousasi’s pedigree in the sport. That combined with his obvious talent has led fighters such as Demetrious Johnson to mention in his top 5 fighters of all time, even over the legendary Anderson Silva. Mousasi currently finds himself at number 4 in the UFC’s middleweight rankings. With five straight wins, the most recent over the former champion Chris Weidman. Gegard looks poised to get a shot at the 185lb belt.

Mousasi’s Road documents his journey from his very first fight as a professional, right up to his latest bout in April 2017. An excellent piece which ties together the complex and enthralling story of The Dreamcathcer

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One of The Craziest Rounds in UFC Heavyweight History!

On This Day 1 of The Craziest Rounds in UFC History!

May. 23, 2015 Andrei Arlovski def. Travis Browne via TKO (Punches) 4:41 of R1 in one of the best rounds you will see inside the octagon.

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MCGREGOR IS A REAL FIGHTER | Paul "Semtex" Daley on London Real

MCGREGOR IS A REAL FIGHTER | Paul Daley London Real Interview

Prior to his fight against Rory MacDonald at Bellator 179, welterweight fighter Paul Daley was interviewed by London Real. And was asked about his thoughts on the phenomenon that is UFC lightweight champion, Conor McGregor. it appears as though Daley is a fan of the Irishman. And has nothing but praise for how he has managed his profile in the sport. He also had a few words of warning or the SBG man. As he spoke about the previous characters in the sport who have come and gone. Pointing out that everything has a shelf life. Interesting insight from the Brit who may soon face Michael ‘Venom’ Page in an all-English clash inside the cage.

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Fight Night Stockholm: UFC Breakdown

John Gooden, Dan Hardy and Nick Peet are back for the Fight Night Stockholm: Gustafsson vs Teixeira breakdown and take a closer look at the intriguing story lines up and down the card.

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GGN News Snoop Dogg with Dana White | FULL EPISODE

Dana White Joins Snoop Dogg on GGN News | FULL EPISODE

The UFC President Dana white joined the host of GGN news Snoop Dogg. To talk all things mixed martial arts. White goes into detail about the original purchase of the Ultimate Fighting Championships. And MMA’s transformation from a freak show into a sport. The sports forefather and its current state of affairs and much much more. All done in interviewing style only Snoop could pull off. Good fun.

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OFT #68 | Rory MacDonald Breakdown w/ Brendan Dorman, BAMMA Champ Tim Barnett Interview

Rory MacDonald Breakdown w/ Brendan Dorman, BAMMA Champ Tim Barnett Interview | OFT #68

On this episode, a slightly shorter-than-usual show, the lads welcomed in four guests: MMA analyst Brendan Dorman to analyse and breakdown former UFC contender Rory MacDonald’s masterclass debut at Bellator 179. BAMMA lightweight champion Tim Barnett to talk his successful title defence at BAMMA 29, his thoughts on a Richie Smullen fight, life, UFC call-up, and more. Johnny Jitzu also returned to chat his newly-announced BAMMA 30 fight. And last, but certainly not least, Phil Campbell joined the conversation to discuss the upcoming Clan Wars show, a staple of Irish MMA.

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‘Just Getting On’ with Johnny Jitzu (00:01:39)

Breakdown and Analysis of Rory MacDonald’s Bellator Debut vs. Paul Daley (00:06:49)

BAMMA Champ Tim Barnett Interview (00:36:14)

Phil Campbell Interview (00:50:30)

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Alistair Overeem Earning his BJJ Rank

Alistair Overeem Working for his BJJ Belt

Veteran competitor Alistair Overeem continues to hone his craft. Here the former Pride FC, Dream, K1 fighter and Strikeforce champion. Working his BJJ defence with the Valente brothers, always growing, always learning. Not content with his current belt. The Reem is looking to continue his journey toward his ultimate goal in the discipline. All we can say is the very best of luck.

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UFC 212 Free Fight: Max Holloway vs Cub Swanson

Watch Max Holloway’s Performance of the Night victory over Cub Swanson during their bout in Newark, New Jersey in April of 2015. Holloway looks to become the undisputed featherweight champ when he faces Jose Aldo at UFC 212.

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What is currently going on in the UFC?

We are about to leave the first half of the MMA calendar and from a UFC perspective, it has been underwhelming, to say the least.

A lack of packed cards, lots of poor matchmaking and realistically bar the excellent UFC 211 there doesn’t seem to be any hope this will change in 2017 and beyond.

While Conor McGregor chases the Floyd Mayweather fight, along with the long-term hiatus/retirement of Ronda Rousey and the unreliability of Jon Jones, the UFC badly craves a star on a par with the aforementioned trio. I do believe that there are at least a handful of other competitors within the brand who deserve some of the marketing rub – yet worryingly both the world’s largest talent agency and the world’s premier MMA organisation don’t really seem to be grasping this key ingredient in the 21st century fight game. Since WME-IMG bought the UFC a cost-cutting regime has been apparent, both on the operational and talent side of the business. Massive redundancies began almost immediately after the takeover as they looked to recoup some of the gargantuan figure they spent on the brand back in 2016.

When I first learned of WME-IMG’s plan to buy the UFC it made me remember of an interview with Dana White and his proclamations of “This sport will become bigger than soccer”. The value of UFC brand emphasised this and with WME-IMG influence it could definitely come to fruition. However, it’s been nearly 10 months since the takeover and the initial warm, fuzzy feelings of excitement are now met with concern and dread of which direction the sport is heading in. Is it still too early to be thinking so doom and gloom? Perhaps. But ask any passionate MMA fan if they remain as optimistic now as they did in July 2016 and I would bet they would have the same sense of bewilderment. The UFC seems to be going through a transitional period, not unlike the early 2000’s – some injection or event is needed to give the brand a much-needed shock of adrenaline and bring it back to life. Changes were always going to be made, but from an outsider perspective, it seems like a lot of public relations faux pas have been made consistently!

Mike Goldberg’s departure highlighted this greatly. A man who gave 20 years to the organisation only to be turfed out and cast aside after a stellar career is another situation that could have and should have been handled much differently. Surely offering a highlight reel after ‘Goldie’s’ last broadcast or tribute via fight pass would have left fans and the man himself a greater send off?

In recent months not a day goes by where a disgruntled fighter speaks out through the press or social media and I foresee that this continue for the year ahead and more upheaval will continue as WME – IMG starts to mould the business in their vision. Expect more interim titles, more ‘money fights ‘that have no bearing on the rankings and likely more uninspired fights cards. After watching the “UFC Summer Kick-off” news conference and a lot fighter’s attempt to incorporate some “WWE-like” antics, I go back to my opening statement and being left slightly underwhelmed.

International Fight Week has tended to be UFC’s version of Wrestlemania, a week dedicated to the fans, with 2 or 3 events crammed into the week culminating with a big PPV. Last year was UFC 200, which on paper was action-packed, the year before we had Conor crowned as interim champ. The summer cards have always offered big main events along with an excellent line-up of fights. This year we have Nunes v Shevchenko and Garbrandt v Cody – both fights are excellent showcases in MMA and real 50/50 fights; however, there is no marquee bout to get the blood pumping and here lies the problem, there are no fights around at this moment to incorporate the mainstream…Unfortunately, it also coincides with the absence of McGregor and Rousey.

It is a different MMA world to the one back in 1993 and the sport has gone through massive changes, but what has made MMA such an enthralling sport since its inception is the sheer unpredictability nature of the business; the road ahead is unknown but the passion of the fans in unwavering. Long may this continue!

Written by Leith Monro

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Conor McGregor vs Eddie Alvarez UFC Lightweight Title

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UFC Fight Night Countdown: Gustafsson vs. Teixeira

In the sport’s most riveting division, two of the world’s best light heavyweights prepare for a clash that will launch one back into title contention. Swedish contender Alexander Gustafsson trains in the shadow of a city’s shared tragedy, intent on reviving his people with a taste of glory on their turf. Standing across from him will be blistering Brazilian Glover Teixeira, whose career and personal life now thrive in his adopted New England home.

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.@JoeLauzon UFC Debut vs Jens Pulver #UFC

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Rory MacDonald – Skill Study / Breakdown / Highlights

Rory MacDonald ‘Free Flow Versatility’

In his Bellator debut Rory MacDonald put on an absolute clinic facing Paul ‘Semtex’ Daley. It was a poetic, and artistic destruction via Rory’s absolutely incredible versatility as a true mixed martial artist. Daley called Rory a quitter prior to the fight and looked pretty foolish upon reflection.

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Rory MacDonald Defeats Paul Daley in his Bellator Debut

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Rory MacDonald def. Paul Daley in his Bellator debut via submission (rear-naked choke) 1:45 of R2.

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Diaz Brothers | DOPE LIFE

Nick and Nate, known as the Diaz brothers in the world of mixed martial arts. They have had their fair share of adventures over 30-odd years of life. always playing the game by their own rules. Whether that is getting the sponsorship by a famous cannabis company. Being high-level triathlon competitors or picking fights with the likes of ‘The Notorious’ Conor McGregor and ‘The Eagle’ Khabib Nurmagomedov. These two are known for telling people exactly what they fuckin’ think. And if you’re unlucky enough, they’re going to put a beat down on you… in the octagon of course. Let’s take a look to the two most infamous Stockton California 209 residents.

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Paul Daley vs Scott Smith Crazy Knockout

Legit faceplant knockout – Paul Daley vs Scott Smith #mma #ufc #martialarts #mixedmartialarts #boxing #kickboxing #muaythai #wrestling #karate #taekwondo #bjj #jiujitsu #sports #combat #fitness #motivation #wwe #gym #fit #workout #fight #conormcgregor #mcgregor #floydmayweather #fighting #training #fit #knockout #bellator #pauldaley

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Fight Night Stockholm Free Fight: Glover Teixeira vs Ryan Bader

Fight Night Stockholm Free Fight: Teixeira vs Bader

Glover Teixeira started his UFC career winning his first five bouts including this victory over Ryan Bader in 2013. Glover next faces Alexander Gustafsson in the main event at Fight Night Stockholm on May 28 live on FS1.

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Mark Hunt vs Melvin Manhoef Pride FC Mismatch

Mark Hunt vs Melvin Manhoef Pride FC Mismatch❗Дорогие Друзья,

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Hilarious John Kavanagh on the Gavin McInnes Show (12:20)

John Kavanagh joined Gavin McInnes following UFC 205

This is an oldie, but a real goodie. A John Kavanagh interview (starts at 12:20) recorded just a few days after the election of Donald Trump. As well as SBG Ireland fighter Conor McGregor, winning the lightweight title at UFC 205. Against the reigning defending champion Eddie Alvarez. Making McGregor the first-ever UFC fighter to hold two belts simultaneously, in two weight divisions. More than anything this is just an unusual interview, where only a small segment actually relates to the sport of mixed martial arts. Gavin McInnes one of the original founders of Vice magazine, is more of a social commentator and together both men have a great chemistry. Tonnes of laughs abound and a lesson or two to be learned in there somewhere. It’s all good fun and a great insight into the mind of Kavanagh, outside of being an mma coach.

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Paul Daley Flying Knee Finish #BellatorMMA

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Stipe Miocic | When You Give A Firefighter Gloves

Stipe Miocic is just your avergae guy. By day he saves lives as a part-time firefighter and paramedic in Oakwood and Valley View, Ohio. By night he is a fulltime mixed martial artist. And the reigning defending UFC heavyweight champion of the world.

Fresh off his latest title defence with a victory over old foe Junior Dos Santos. Mindmash breaks down the man we see outside and fighter inside the cage. With his traditional boxing pedigree and All-American wrestling. Miocic is a force in the heavyweight division. And by all account will continue to be so for some time to come, but we shall see, right?

“Stipe Miocic is a man who extinguishes fire outside of the arena. And with his merciless fists, extinguishes it from the eyes fo his opponents inside the arena. with a supremely calm mind, simple yet high skill approach. He’s definitely going to be a champion for a long time.” – Mindmash

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Cris Cyborg: Emotional Interview on Big Brown Breakdown - Episode 25

Cris Cyborg: Big Brown Breakdown – Episode 25

Former Invicta champion turned UFC fighter Cris Cyborg joins Brendan Schaub in studio on Big Brown Breakdown with her boyfriend Ray Elbe for an emotional conversation. About her journey, her future, and why her fight outside of the cage is the most difficult one. Brendan and co host Chin also discuss MMA events. Rory Macdonald on not getting as much sponsorship outisde the UFC. Anthony Johnson’s new business venture into the medical marijuana industry. And breakdown Bellator 179.

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Conor McGregor vs Jose Aldo UFC 194 Featherweight Championship

Conor McGregor vs Jose Aldo, UFC 194 – December 12, 2015 – Las Vegas, Nevada – Performance of the Night | 13 Seconds!

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Stipe Miocic – Skill Breakdown / Film Study / Highlights

Stipe Miocic & ‘3D Zone Control’

3D Zone Control: The strategy of 3D Zone Control is intended to improve the safety of firefighters operating inside a burning structure. It attempts to safeguard the immediate proximity of any space occupied in resorting to various actions that confine the fire, and remove combustible elements safely w/ efficacy; or mitigate dangers in hot-gas layers. The outlining tactical objective is to provide more permanent levels of protection in structural compartments (safe zones), from which firefighters may operate in a myriad of fire and rescue roles.

Stipe Miocic is the current UFC Heavyweight Champion. As of April 2017, he is ranked 6th p4p in the UFC. Along with Randy Couture, Brock Lesnar, Cain Velasquez, and Tim Sylvia, Miocic holds the record for most UFC Heavyweight championship defences.

He is a former Cleveland Golden Gloves boxing champion and NCAA Division I wrestler at Cleveland State. Miocic began his MMA career by winning his first five fights by knockout. He then fought for NAAFS winning the NAAFS Heavyweight Championship by defeating Bobby Brents by submission.

His record is 17-2 with 13 KO’s and 1 Submission. Stipe has great footwork and is quicker and more angular than most if not all HW’s in MMA. He uses all of this ring savvy to get past kicks, into boxing range, where he usually has the advantage.

Infighting and short-punching are a good test a fighters striking skills. The margin for error is nil and you, if developed, can do damage while maintaining a solid defence.

When infighting, the short range right hook is absolutely vital, especially when used in conjunction with other short range shots Watch HW great Evander Holyfield and you’ll see how adept he was at delivering the short range right with speed and also George Foreman for power. The short 4 is one of the most powerful punches that an orthodox fighter can throw.

As with many other shots, the art of delivering the short range right hook is relaxation and economy of motion combined with an explosive drive from the legs. Take careful note of the mechanics of the shot.

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