This year was filled with great comebacks in fights, but one fighter defiantly stuck out when it comes to a career comeback. Jamie Varner went from losing in local shows in 2011, and practically calling it quits to winning two fights he was the heavy underdog for in the UFC, and almost a third in a fight of the night performance. … [Read more...]
Roy Nelson – Looks are Deceiving
Roy Nelson may be a thorn in the side of Dana White, but he continues to cement his legitimacy in the heavyweight division through a tough jaw and some of the heaviest hands (and body) around. Nelson may be considered a walking oxymoron but there aren't many guys in the heavyweight division that want to stand across from him, or that could for three full rounds. … [Read more...]
Welterweights Prove a Solid Division Once More at UFC 153
Saturday's UFC 153 event in Brazil was one of the years best that had several great fights. With only six more events (free and PPV) this year for the Ultimate fighting Championship, UFC 153 re-kindled the notion that the Welterweight is most likely the toughest division the UFC has. Despite being stagnate at the top for most of the year, the welterweight division is heating … [Read more...]
Michael Johnson Showing his True Talent
Michael Johnson is one fighter not to look past in the lightweight division, giving fans what most call a new wave approach to exciting fights and finishes. The Johnson that fought on The Ultimate Fighter was a great grappler who used his wrestling and athleticism to carry him to victories and the final match of the season. Johnson, who originally had faulty striking, has grown … [Read more...]
Vinny Magalhaes Rolls Back into the UFC
In his first appearance inside the Octagon since UFC 97, Vinny Magalhaes earned his first UFC victory in an impressive performance against Igor Pokrajac at UFC 152. Magalhaes is a world champion grappler who has been working his striking ever since his abrupt departure after The Ultimate Fighter season 8. Pokrajac entered the fight riding a three fight winning streak and has … [Read more...]