Friday, May 25, 2012

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UFC 146 ‘Dos Santos vs. Mir’ Live Results and Play-by-Play

Sherdog.com will report from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas at approximately 7:10 p.m. ET with play-by-play and live results of UFC 146, headlined by a UFC heavyweight title clash between champion Junior dos Santos and former champion Frank Mir. (read more)

Weigh-in Video: UFC 146 ‘Dos Santos vs. Mir’

Friday's UFC 146 weigh-in video can be viewed here. (read more)

Junior dos Santos, Frank Mir Scale Final Hurdle for UFC 146 Title Bout

Six months have passed since Junior dos Santos ascended to the top of the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s heavyweight division and emerged as the sport’s resident alpha male. Now comes the first challenge to his throne. (read more)

Free Live Stream: Bellator 70

Sherdog.com is pleased to offer a free live feed of Friday night’s Bellator 70 prelims at 7 p.m. ET. The main card will air on MTV2 at 8 p.m. ET. (read more)

Bellator 70 Live Twitter Reaction

Sherdog.com staff will be live tweeting its thoughts in real-time as Bellator 70 unfolds. (read more)

Brian Stann’s Hire Heroes USA Partners with Call of Duty Endowment to Benefit US Veterans

Brian Stann is not asking for money, but he could use a helping hand. (read more)

Roger Huerta, Gregor Gracie Join One FC 4 Card; 7 Fights Confirmed for ‘Destiny of Warriors’

UFC veteran Roger Huerta will compete at One Fighting Championship 4, according to promotion officials, who confirmed Huerta’s participation in the June 23 event early Friday morning. (read more)

Jordan Breen UFC 146 Pre-Fight Chat Recap

Sherdog.com Administrative Editor Jordan Breen will host his weekly live chat at 1 p.m. ET. (read more)

Junior Dos Santos Fighting to Defend Title, Not for Revenge, Against Frank Mir at UFC 146

Despite all the evidence to the contrary, Junior dos Santos is not fighting for revenge. (read more)

Lashley Disputes Decision Loss to ‘Colossus’ Thompson at Super Fight League 3

On May 6 in New Delhi, three cage-side judges decided that James Thompson outpointed Bobby Lashley in the Super Fight League 3 main event. (read more)

Cole Konrad, Eric Prindle Cleared for Bellator 70 Heavyweight Title Headliner

Both champion and challenger have been cleared to compete in the Bellator 70 main event, as Cole Konrad and Eric Prindle each checked in under the heavyweight limit at Thursday’s weigh-ins. (read more)

Gael Grimaud Rallies, Submits Jesse Taylor to Retain Welterweight Crown at CWFC ‘Fight Night 6’

After 10 minutes of positional control by Jesse Taylor, a Gael Grimaud victory dance seemed to be the least likely of all potential post-fight scenarios in the Cage Warriors “Fight Night 6” main event. (read more)

Strikeforce ‘Barnett vs. Cormier’ Draws 5,413 Spectators for $226,005 Live Gate

Strikeforce “Barnett vs. Cormier” attracted 5,413 attendees to the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Calif., for a live gate of $226,005. (read more)

Kyle Kingsbury: Glover Teixeira Is Best Light Heavyweight Not in UFC

Casual fans may not know of Glover Teixeira, but Kyle Kingsbury has high praise for the Brazilian’s accomplishments. (read more)

Bantamweights Alex Caceres, Damacio Page Slated for UFC on Fuel TV 4

The UFC on Fuel TV 4 bill continues to develop, as the July 11 event now features a bantamweight bout between Alex Caceres and Damacio Page. (read more)

Jacob Volkmann: ‘I’ve Got a New Enemy’

Jacob Volkmann made headlines in 2011 for criticizing President Barack Obama, but he’s found a new target ahead of his bout Saturday against Paul Sass at UFC 146. (read more)

Wanderlei Silva Training for UFC 147 in Brazil with Shogun Rua, Andre Dida

It’s been years since Wanderlei Silva prepared for a fight in his native Brazil, but that changed Saturday when the former Pride champion touched down in Curitiba. (read more)

‘TUF 15’ Finale Update: Jeremy Larsen Faces Joe Proctor on June 1 in Las Vegas

Following a series of new additions to “The Ultimate Fighter” Season 15 finale, Jeremy Larsen and Joe Proctor have joined the party. (read more)

Chidi Njokuani, Maurice Smith, Lance Palmer Join RFA 3 ‘Stevenson vs. Cochrane’ Card

A trio of new contests has been added to the Resurrection Fighting Alliance 3 fight bill. (read more)

Cristiano Marcello, Justin Lawrence, Myles Jury Among Additions to ‘TUF 15’ Finale Undercard

A handful of new matchups has been added to “The Ultimate Fighter” Season 15 finale. (read more)

UFC on FX 5 Set for Sept. 7 at Indianapolis’ Bankers Life Fieldhouse

The UFC will return to Indianapolis on Sept. 7, promotion officials announced Wednesday, when the Indiana state capital hosts UFC on FX 5. (read more)

Jim Hettes Out of UFC on FX 4, Steven Siler Draws Newcomer Joey Gambino

Jim Hettes has been sidelined with an undisclosed injury and will be unable to compete at UFC on FX 4, according to scheduled opponent Steven Siler, who now faces Octagon newcomer Joey Gambino at the June 22 event. (read more)

UFC on Fox 4 Gets Swick-Johnson, Gamburyan-Omigawa, Phan-Miller, Garza-Grispi

Four new bouts have been added to the UFC on Fox 4 bill, promotion officials announced Tuesday, including a welterweight contest pitting Mike Swick against DaMarques Johnson. (read more)

Jared Hamman Camp Announces UFC 150 Date with Dutchman Michael Kuiper

Jared Hamman will square off with Michael Kuiper at UFC 150, according to a recent announcement made by Hamman’s management. (read more)

Paul Taylor Out, Rafael dos Anjos in Against Anthony Njokuani at UFC on Fuel TV 4

British lightweight Paul Taylor has reportedly suffered an injury and will not compete at UFC on Fuel TV 4 against Anthony Njokuani as originally anticipated. (read more)

Self-Professed Vale Tudo Champion, Star Trainer Jaime Marcelo Beaten at Jungle Fight 39

It isn’t often that the opening fight of an MMA show attracts more attention than the main event, but that was the case at Jungle Fight 39. (read more)

UFC 149 Update: Welterweights Claude Patrick, James Head to Collide in Calgary

Another fight has been added to the UFC 149 dance card, as promotion officials announced Tuesday morning that Claude Patrick will square off with James Head in a welterweight duel at the July 21 event. (read more)

Bellator 69 Draws Season-High 209,000 Viewers on MTV2

Bellator Fighting Championships posted a season high in the ratings department last Friday night, averaging 209,000 viewers for its Bellator 69 broadcast on MTV2. (read more)

Nick Diaz Gets 1-Year Suspension, Fine from NAC for Failed UFC 143 Drug Test

Nick Diaz won’t be returning to the Octagon anytime soon. (read more)

Chael Sonnen Granted Therapeutic Use Exemption for TRT Prior to UFC 148 in Las Vegas

Chael Sonnen was granted a therapeutic use exemption for testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) by the Nevada Athletic Commission on Monday, clearing the way for his UFC 148 showdown with Anderson Silva in Las Vegas on July 7. (read more)

‘TUF 15’ Hits New Low; Episode 11 Draws 821,000 Viewers to FX

“The Ultimate Fighter 15” reached a new low on Friday night, drawing just 821,000 viewers to FX for the season’s 11th episode. (read more)

Retirement Could Come Soon for Mike Brown, But He’s Still Having Fun

Mike Thomas Brown may be nearing the end of his career, but the former WEC featherweight champion may also have another title run left in him. (read more)

Winning Bellator Featherweight Title Would ‘Mean the World’ to Daniel Straus

After outpointing Marlon Sandro on May 11 to capture the Bellator Fighting Championships Season 6 featherweight tournament, Daniel Straus has set his sights on capturing the promotion’s 145-pound title. (read more)

Week-in-Review: List of UFC, Strikeforce & Other Fights Announced

A complete list of significant new fights reported in the past week. (read more)

Melendez Says He Couldn’t Unleash ‘Inner Beast’ in Rubber Match Victory Over Thomson

Gilbert Melendez got the job done, but it was clear-cut by no means. (read more)

High-Level Technique, Pride in Wrestling Skills Propelled Cormier in Strikeforce GP Final

Daniel Cormier looked stellar in his unanimous decision victory over former UFC heavyweight champion Josh Barnett on Saturday night. (read more)

With Barao Promoted to UFC 148 Co-Main, Mike Easton Steps Up to Face Ivan Menjivar

Ivan Menjivar has a new opponent for UFC 148. (read more)

Daniel Cormier Dominates Josh Barnett in Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix Final

Cuts under both eyes and across the bridge of Josh Barnett’s nose told a tale of domination in the Strikeforce heavyweight grand prix final. (read more)

Strikeforce ‘Barnett vs. Cormier’ Live Results and Play-by-Play

Sherdog.com will report from the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Calif., at approximately 8:00 p.m. ET with play-by-play and live results of Strikeforce “Barnett vs. Cormier”, headlined by the heavyweight grand prix final between Josh Barnett and Daniel Cormier, and featuring the Strikeforce lightweight title rubber match between champion Gilbert Melendez and challenger Josh Thomson. (read more)

Strikeforce Prelims: Isaac Vallie-Flagg Split Decision Stuns ‘JZ’ Cavalcante

Jackson’s Mixed Martial Arts export Isaac Vallie-Flagg looked nothing like an underdog. (read more)

UFC Champ ‘Bones’ Jones Arrested on Suspicion of DUI in New York

UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones was arrested early Saturday morning on suspicion of driving under the influence. (read more)

Weigh-in Video: Strikeforce ‘Barnett vs. Cormier’

Friday’s Strikeforce “Barnett vs. Cormier” weigh-in event can be viewed following the jump. (read more)

Renan Barao Faces Urijah Faber for Interim Bantamweight Belt at UFC 148

Renan Barao’s rumored promotion at UFC 148 is now official, as UFC President Dana White announced Friday night that the Brazilian will take on Urijah Faber for the UFC interim bantamweight championship. (read more)

Maiquel Falcao Tops Andreas Spang, Wins Bellator’s Season 6 Middleweight Tournament

Maiquel Falcao chose intelligence over bravado. (read more)

ShoFight Debuts First Pro Card on June 16 with UFC Vets Bailey, Parisyan, Grove, Martin

Missouri-based promotion ShoFight will host its first professional card on June 16, showcasing a pair of title fights between ex-UFC talents. (read more)

Bellator 69 Live Results and Play-by-Play

Sherdog.com will report from the L’Auberge du Lac Casino and Resort in Lake Charles, La., at approximately 7:00 p.m. ET with play-by-play and live results of Bellator 69, which features the finals of the Season 6 middleweight tournament between Maiquel Falcao and Andreas Spang. (read more)

Josh Barnett, Daniel Cormier on Point for Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix Final

Former UFC champion Josh Barnett tipped the scales at 248 pounds for his showdown with the unbeaten Daniel Cormier (238) in the tournament final at Strikeforce “Barnett vs. Cormier”. (read more)

Cody McKenzie Drops to Featherweight, Meets Chad Mendes at UFC 148 in Las Vegas

Cody McKenzie will move to the featherweight division to take on former title challenger Chad Mendes at UFC 148, promotion officials announced Friday. (read more)

Andreas Spang Claims No Hard Feelings Toward Maiquel Falcao Prior to Bellator 69 Bout

Andreas Spang values his personal space. (read more)

David Rickels on Bellator 69 Foe Karl Amoussou: ‘I Am Going to Lay Him Out’

David Rickels knows where the rubber meets the road. (read more)