1 fighter who is either a champ or a top fighter in another...
Source: http://www.mmaforum.com/ufc/100845-ufc-2012-signings-game.html
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Saturday, March 31, 2012
UFC 2012 signings game
So the game is to select 3 fighters in each division that the UFC should sign in 2012.
1 fighter who is either a champ or a top fighter in another...
1 fighter who is either a champ or a top fighter in another...
Potential TNA No Surrender PPV **SPOILERS**
The lineups for TNA house shows seem to reveal two title changes that may go down at No Surrender.
The lineup for the company’s September 23rd show in Springfield, Illinois lists Austin Aries as the X-Division champion and Winter as the Knockouts champion, leading to believe that they will get the belts tonight or at one of the next two Impacts.
Wrestling News
The lineup for the company’s September 23rd show in Springfield, Illinois lists Austin Aries as the X-Division champion and Winter as the Knockouts champion, leading to believe that they will get the belts tonight or at one of the next two Impacts.
Wrestling News
Source: http://www.ifight365.com/2011/09/potential-tna-no-surrender-ppv-spoilers/
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Trayvon Martin killing
This is everywhere nowadays. Crazy shit. It's cold blooded murder if you ask me.
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JZ Cavalcante Post Fight vs Wilcox Wants to Return to Action Soon - JZ Cavalcante
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WWE SmackDown! Taping Draws 1,600 Paying Customers
Last Tuesday’s SmackDown! taping in Toledo, Ohio was one of the worst attended WWE events in years as it drew 3,200 fans, with only 1,600 paid.
Following the event’s poor advance, WWE only sold tickets facing the camera so the Huntington Center would appear full on television. SLAM! Wrestling columnist Matt Bishop, who attended the event, described the venue’s appearance: “Tuesday’s tapings of WWE Smackdown, Superstars and NXT wasn’t notable because of what happened in the ring, but rather because of what was happening outside the ringside area. Or more appropriately, ...
Following the event’s poor advance, WWE only sold tickets facing the camera so the Huntington Center would appear full on television. SLAM! Wrestling columnist Matt Bishop, who attended the event, described the venue’s appearance: “Tuesday’s tapings of WWE Smackdown, Superstars and NXT wasn’t notable because of what happened in the ring, but rather because of what was happening outside the ringside area. Or more appropriately, ...
Source: http://www.ifight365.com/2011/09/wwe-smackdown-taping-draws-1600-paying-customers/
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Kron Gracie Presents : SkateJitsu
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=vt7q8fEeTHw#!
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Friday, March 30, 2012
Chael Sonnen hasn't yet signed on for UFC 147 bout with Anderson Silva, says "my demand has not been met"
By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief
Though the UFC has announced the rematch between Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen for UFC 147 in Rio de Janeiro, Sonnen has not yet signed his fight contract for the bout.
In a comment made to MMAFighting.com, Sonnen gave a simple explanation as to why, but didn't expand on his reasoning.
"My demand has not been met," Sonnen said. "I've signed nothing."
His manager said it's essentially a formality at this point, but Sonnen said his demand is still to come, and he'll sign once that demand is made and met.
Penick's Analysis: There's not a chance that this is anything more than Chael being Chael. He may have some type of demand as another attempt to stir the pot, much like his challenge to Silva in the cage after defeating Brian Stann last October, but he'll sign on for the fight, and it will go through. This is just more posturing and him trying to rile people up. I'm sure we'll see what his "demand" is, if there is one, in the coming days, but I don't believe for a second that the fight is in danger.
[Chael Sonnen art by Grant Gould (c) MMATorch.com]
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In a comment made to MMAFighting.com, Sonnen gave a simple explanation as to why, but didn't expand on his reasoning.
"My demand has not been met," Sonnen said. "I've signed nothing."
His manager said it's essentially a formality at this point, but Sonnen said his demand is still to come, and he'll sign once that demand is made and met.
Penick's Analysis: There's not a chance that this is anything more than Chael being Chael. He may have some type of demand as another attempt to stir the pot, much like his challenge to Silva in the cage after defeating Brian Stann last October, but he'll sign on for the fight, and it will go through. This is just more posturing and him trying to rile people up. I'm sure we'll see what his "demand" is, if there is one, in the coming days, but I don't believe for a second that the fight is in danger.
[Chael Sonnen art by Grant Gould (c) MMATorch.com]
Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/UFC_2/article_12886.shtml
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How big is your Ego?
How big is your Ego?
Mine is about the size of Jupiter. I have always wanted to be a rich jerk like UTT and I get closer every day.
How about you folks?
Mine is about the size of Jupiter. I have always wanted to be a rich jerk like UTT and I get closer every day.
How about you folks?
Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78154-How-big-is-your-Ego&goto=newpost
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Matchmaker, matchmaker: Clay Guida and Rich Franklin get fights and a Bellator heavyweight final
The yentes at Bellator and the UFC spent their weekend putting together fights for your viewing pleasure. Here's a rundown of the latest:
-- Clay Guida and Gray Maynard will headline a UFC on FX event set for June 22. As the main event, the bout will be scheduled for five rounds. Guida's last fight was a loss to Benson Henderson in November, while Maynard lost a rematch with Frankie Edgar in October.
-- UFC 148 in July picked up a ton of fights. The Las Vegas card will now feature Rich Franklin vs. Cung Le, Renan Barao and his 31-fight winning streak against Jeff Hoaglund, and Michael Bisping vs. Tim Boetsch.
-- The Bellator heavyweight final between Eric Prindle and Thiago Santos will go down on Friday. It's a rematch of their November bout that ended in a no contest after Santos kicked Pringle in the groin. The winner will win a shot at Bellator heavyweight champ Cole Konrad and $100,000.
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Melvin Guillard Meets Fabricio Camoes at UFC 148
A critical lightweight affair between Melvin Guillard (Pictured) and Fabricio Camoes has been added to the “UFC 148: Cruz vs. Faber III” roster. Not too many moons ago, Guillard was in contention for a title shot. He now could be facing a must-win predicament after having lost two consecutive fights. “The Young Assassin” has dropped [...]
Source: http://www.5thRound.com/110573/melvin-guillard-meets-fabricio-camoes-at-ufc-148/
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Must Have Games
Am looking at getting some new games and was wondering what you guys think are the must have games. For any console, just your favourite games...
Source: http://www.mmaforum.com/video-games/100831-must-have-games.html
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TUF 13 winner Tony Ferguson receives another new opponent for FOX fight
After learning two weeks ago Thiago Tavares was replacing an injured Dennis Hallman, UFC lightweight Tony Ferguson has yet another new adversary to prepare for after Tavares apparently went down in training as well and will be unable to recover in time for their scheduled match-up. Filling in for the Brazilian will be Michael Johnson, [...]
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Despite recent dark fight, UFC to continue streaming bouts on Facebook
While the UFC's recent Australian event will forever be remembered for a scoring debacle that caused a rematch between Demetrious Johnson and Ian McCall, the event was also notable for another reason: one untelevised fight.UFC on FX 2's first fight, a heavyweight affair between Shawn Jordan and Oli Thompson, was just the second UFC fight in more than one year that was not broadcast live in some form.
Despite the snub, UFC president Dana White said the UFC plans on continuing to stream preliminary matchups on Facebook, though there will be rare times when it simple doesn't make sense.
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Bellator 62 Results: Lightweights wow at action-packed event
Bellator 62 may have lost its main event at the last second after heavyweight Thiago Santos failed to make the required limit for his bout with Eric Prindle but the card certainly didn’t suffer, as all four lightweight fights were memorable for various reasons and likely kept viewers glued to their sets throughout the two-hour [...]
Source: http://www.fighters.com/03/24/bellator-62-results-lightweights-wow-at-action-packed-event
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Tatsuya Kawajiri focused on featherweight future, not lightweight past
At one stage Tatsuya Kawajiri was considered to be the #1 lightweight in the world and he is unbeaten since dropping down to 145 pounds late last year. He is also a former Shooto welterweight champ and has fought for titles at Strikeforce and DREAM, coming up short on both occasions. While Kawajiri has already [...]
Source: http://www.fighters.com/03/26/tatsuya-kawajiri-focused-on-featherweight-future-not-lightweight-past
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Thursday, March 29, 2012
The Latest Update On Maryse & Her Recovery Time
Maryse stated on her official website Saturday night that she has recovered from her abdominal hernia surgery on August 24.
“I met with my surgeon today and she said everything is perfect,” she wrote. “There’s a little bit of fluid inside by the incision and where the repairs were done, but its totally normal apparently. The scar healed really good and there is no infection. So the surgery was a total success. I’m sooooooo happy!!!”
The former WWE Divas Champion last competed on the July 25 episode of RAW. She was advertised ...
“I met with my surgeon today and she said everything is perfect,” she wrote. “There’s a little bit of fluid inside by the incision and where the repairs were done, but its totally normal apparently. The scar healed really good and there is no infection. So the surgery was a total success. I’m sooooooo happy!!!”
The former WWE Divas Champion last competed on the July 25 episode of RAW. She was advertised ...
Source: http://www.ifight365.com/2011/09/the-latest-update-on-maryse-her-recovery-time/
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Watson Destroys Marshman, Retains Title At BAMMA 9
<B>By MATT MOLGAARD<BR>
MMANEWS.COM Staff Writer</B><BR><BR>
The rugged Tom Watson (15-4) retained his British Association of Mixed Martial Arts middleweight title this weekend, as he soundly out-dueled previously unbeaten challenger, Jack Marshman (10-1).<BR><BR>
The majority of the bout took place in the vertical position, where “Kong” was just too seasoned for his younger foe. A diversified striking attack slowly took its toll on Marshman. After a successful first round for the champion, it was rinse and repeat in the second frame. As the 10 minute mark approached, Watson unleashed a gnarly spinning elbow that had Marshman in serious danger. Smelling blood, Watson pounced, pummeling away with brutal punches and elbows until referee Marc Goddard had seen enough; waving the contest off with just 10 seconds remaining in the second round.<BR><BR>
Watson now rides a three fight win streak that includes a knockout over Murilo “Ninja” Rua, and if ever there was a case to sign the durable veteran to a multi-fight contract with Zuffa, it was made this weekend.<BR><BR>
Check out the full results below:<BR><BR>
-Tom Watson def. Jack Marshman via TKO at 4:50 of Round 2<BR>
-Colin Fletcher def. Jason Ball via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)<BR>
-Jason Jones def. Przemyslaw Mysiala via TKO at 3:51 of Round 1<BR>
-Jake Murphy def. David Round via submission at 1:46 of Round 2<BR>
-Patrick Vallee def. Andrew Punshon via submission at 2:16 of Round 2<BR>
-Tom Breese def. Mark Tucker via submission at 1:40 of Round 2<BR>
-Dale Hardiman def. Antanas Jazbutis via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)<BR>
-Leeroy Barnes def. Matt Ewin via submission at 4:57 of Round 1<BR>
-Rab Truesdale def. Sam Mensah via TKO at 4:32 of Round 1<BR>
-Marc Godbeer def. Catalin Zmarandescu via TKO at 5:00 of Round 1<BR>
-Luke Barnett def. Lee Johnson via submission at 2:36 of Round 1<BR><BR>
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MMANEWS.COM Staff Writer</B><BR><BR>
The rugged Tom Watson (15-4) retained his British Association of Mixed Martial Arts middleweight title this weekend, as he soundly out-dueled previously unbeaten challenger, Jack Marshman (10-1).<BR><BR>
The majority of the bout took place in the vertical position, where “Kong” was just too seasoned for his younger foe. A diversified striking attack slowly took its toll on Marshman. After a successful first round for the champion, it was rinse and repeat in the second frame. As the 10 minute mark approached, Watson unleashed a gnarly spinning elbow that had Marshman in serious danger. Smelling blood, Watson pounced, pummeling away with brutal punches and elbows until referee Marc Goddard had seen enough; waving the contest off with just 10 seconds remaining in the second round.<BR><BR>
Watson now rides a three fight win streak that includes a knockout over Murilo “Ninja” Rua, and if ever there was a case to sign the durable veteran to a multi-fight contract with Zuffa, it was made this weekend.<BR><BR>
Check out the full results below:<BR><BR>
-Tom Watson def. Jack Marshman via TKO at 4:50 of Round 2<BR>
-Colin Fletcher def. Jason Ball via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)<BR>
-Jason Jones def. Przemyslaw Mysiala via TKO at 3:51 of Round 1<BR>
-Jake Murphy def. David Round via submission at 1:46 of Round 2<BR>
-Patrick Vallee def. Andrew Punshon via submission at 2:16 of Round 2<BR>
-Tom Breese def. Mark Tucker via submission at 1:40 of Round 2<BR>
-Dale Hardiman def. Antanas Jazbutis via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)<BR>
-Leeroy Barnes def. Matt Ewin via submission at 4:57 of Round 1<BR>
-Rab Truesdale def. Sam Mensah via TKO at 4:32 of Round 1<BR>
-Marc Godbeer def. Catalin Zmarandescu via TKO at 5:00 of Round 1<BR>
-Luke Barnett def. Lee Johnson via submission at 2:36 of Round 1<BR><BR>
Leave your feedback on this article by posting a comment directly below! You can also chat about the card in the <A HREF="http://www.mmanews.com/forums" target="_Blank"><B>MMANEWS.COM Forums</B></A> and/or the <A HREF="http://www.facebook.com/mmanewsdotcom" target="_Blank"><B>MMANEWS.COM Facebook</B></A>. If that wasn't enough, MMANEWS.COM is now on Twitter as well <A HREF="http://twitter.com/mmanewsdotcom" target="_Blank"><B>@mmanewsdotcom</B></A>.<BR><BR>
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Greatness.
In support of his upcoming solo album I just wanted to share a piece.
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Invicta FC making debut in style with free live stream on April 28
Fans outside of the Kansas City area wondering how to take in next month’s Invicta FC debut now have an answer, at it appears the all-female promotion will stream their much-anticipated first event live through their website with the added bonus of being free! Invicta FC 1 features many of MMA’s top women in action [...]
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UFC 146 Dos Santos vs. Overeem – Press Conference Video
The heavyweights are coming to UFC 146. UFC brass, including President Dana White, officially announced the stacked heavyweight card which will take place from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas Nevada on Saturday, May 26th. The main card for UFC 146 will consist entirely of heavyweight bouts and will be be headlined by [...]
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Chael Sonnen hasn't yet signed on for UFC 147 bout with Anderson Silva, says "my demand has not been met"
By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief
Though the UFC has announced the rematch between Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen for UFC 147 in Rio de Janeiro, Sonnen has not yet signed his fight contract for the bout.
In a comment made to MMAFighting.com, Sonnen gave a simple explanation as to why, but didn't expand on his reasoning.
"My demand has not been met," Sonnen said. "I've signed nothing."
His manager said it's essentially a formality at this point, but Sonnen said his demand is still to come, and he'll sign once that demand is made and met.
Penick's Analysis: There's not a chance that this is anything more than Chael being Chael. He may have some type of demand as another attempt to stir the pot, much like his challenge to Silva in the cage after defeating Brian Stann last October, but he'll sign on for the fight, and it will go through. This is just more posturing and him trying to rile people up. I'm sure we'll see what his "demand" is, if there is one, in the coming days, but I don't believe for a second that the fight is in danger.
[Chael Sonnen art by Grant Gould (c) MMATorch.com]
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In a comment made to MMAFighting.com, Sonnen gave a simple explanation as to why, but didn't expand on his reasoning.
"My demand has not been met," Sonnen said. "I've signed nothing."
His manager said it's essentially a formality at this point, but Sonnen said his demand is still to come, and he'll sign once that demand is made and met.
Penick's Analysis: There's not a chance that this is anything more than Chael being Chael. He may have some type of demand as another attempt to stir the pot, much like his challenge to Silva in the cage after defeating Brian Stann last October, but he'll sign on for the fight, and it will go through. This is just more posturing and him trying to rile people up. I'm sure we'll see what his "demand" is, if there is one, in the coming days, but I don't believe for a second that the fight is in danger.
[Chael Sonnen art by Grant Gould (c) MMATorch.com]
Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/UFC_2/article_12886.shtml
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Paula Sack Interviews Demian Maia - UFC 131
Paual talks to Demian about his preparation for his upcoming fight versus Mark Munoz at UFC 131: Dos Santos vs Carwin. Watch the event Live on Pay-Per-View or www.UFC.tv this Sat Jun 11th at 6/9PM PT/ETSource: http://mmalice.com/ufc-131/paula-sack-interviews-demian-maia-video_2ad01b3d5.html
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Strikeforce's Muhammed "King Mo" Lawal suspended nine months, fined $39K for failed steroid test
By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief
Muhammed "King Mo" Lawal appeared in front of the Nevada State Athletic Commission on Tuesday to answer for a failed steroid test from his bout with Lorenz Larkin in Strikeforce in January, and as expected he was handed an official suspension by the Commission.
Lawal tested positive for the anabolic steroid Drostanolone, which Lawal's camp traced back to an over the counter supplement he had been taking. Lawal claimed the supplement was purchased several years ago, as the supplement had since been taken off of shelves because of the presence of this anabolic agent.
At Tuesday's hearing, the NSAC officially overturned his victory over Larkin to a "No Contest", suspended him for nine months, fined him 30% of his purse as well as taking back his win bonus.
The nine month suspension is retroactive to the date of the fight, January 7, so Lawal will be eligible for return as of September of this year. The fine amounted to a total of $39,000 - $15,000 from his win bonus, and $24,000 from the percentage fine from his purse.
Penick's Analysis: Lawal accepted his punishment, and his suspension is actually less than was probably expected, but the NSAC absolutely doesn't play around with fines. They fined Thiago Silva a significant amount last January, around 40% of his purse, and did the same for Karo Parisyan a few years back as well. That's a significant amount of money that Lawal has now lost because of this failed test, and should be a sign to fighters that you need to know what you're putting in your body. If you get popped for something like this the monetary punishment is worse than anything else.
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Lawal tested positive for the anabolic steroid Drostanolone, which Lawal's camp traced back to an over the counter supplement he had been taking. Lawal claimed the supplement was purchased several years ago, as the supplement had since been taken off of shelves because of the presence of this anabolic agent.
At Tuesday's hearing, the NSAC officially overturned his victory over Larkin to a "No Contest", suspended him for nine months, fined him 30% of his purse as well as taking back his win bonus.
The nine month suspension is retroactive to the date of the fight, January 7, so Lawal will be eligible for return as of September of this year. The fine amounted to a total of $39,000 - $15,000 from his win bonus, and $24,000 from the percentage fine from his purse.
Penick's Analysis: Lawal accepted his punishment, and his suspension is actually less than was probably expected, but the NSAC absolutely doesn't play around with fines. They fined Thiago Silva a significant amount last January, around 40% of his purse, and did the same for Karo Parisyan a few years back as well. That's a significant amount of money that Lawal has now lost because of this failed test, and should be a sign to fighters that you need to know what you're putting in your body. If you get popped for something like this the monetary punishment is worse than anything else.
Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/Affliction2/article_12888.shtml
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Klitschkos rule? Really? Smh
America was always considered to be the boxing Mecca, so how come it can't produce a fighter to challenge the jolly green giants? Is the state of...
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Karo Parisyan Talks Panic Attacks, Career Struggles
By <a href="mailto:howie@mmanews.com">Chris Howie</a> <Br>
MMANEWS.COM Staff Writer<Br><Br>
Former top welterweight contender Karo Parisyan still feels he has much more to prove in the world of MMA and discussed some of the things that lead to him being cut by the UFC with <a href=http://www.mmafighting.com/2012/3/25/2901210/karo-parisyan-opens-up-on-career-struggles-painkillers-and-why-hes>MMAFighting.com</a> this week:<Br><Br>
"I still have much more to prove, much more to give. It’s like, I got to the top. I was the number one contender. I did a lot of stuff in the sport, but nothing where I could say, yeah, I could retire today. ... One my reasons -- and you’re going to say this is a stupid reason, Karo, but to me it’s a big reason -- but one of the reasons I want to come back is to shut people up. To shut a lot of fricking people up."<Br><Br>
Parisyan also opened up about issues with pain killers and panic attacks that ultimately lead to his release from the UFC:<Br><Br>
"For the record, I was never addicted to pain meds. I abused pain medications without knowing. When it hurt me, it was too late already. I had done too much damage to myself, mentally and physically."<Br><Br>
"Anxiety will be there. Anxiety you can control. The physical panic attack is the one that hits and brings you to your knees. And whoever’s had a panic attack, I want them to, for a second, realize that when they were having a panic attack, the worst one, when they thought they were going to die, I had to walk out in front of 20,000 people and fight. When my friends were pushing me, [saying] ‘Get out there, Karo. Thiago Alves is waiting in the cage. You’ve got to go fight.’ I did that."<br><br>
Check out the complete story <a href=http://www.mmafighting.com/2012/3/25/2901210/karo-parisyan-opens-up-on-career-struggles-painkillers-and-why-hes>HERE</a><Br><Br>
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Former top welterweight contender Karo Parisyan still feels he has much more to prove in the world of MMA and discussed some of the things that lead to him being cut by the UFC with <a href=http://www.mmafighting.com/2012/3/25/2901210/karo-parisyan-opens-up-on-career-struggles-painkillers-and-why-hes>MMAFighting.com</a> this week:<Br><Br>
"I still have much more to prove, much more to give. It’s like, I got to the top. I was the number one contender. I did a lot of stuff in the sport, but nothing where I could say, yeah, I could retire today. ... One my reasons -- and you’re going to say this is a stupid reason, Karo, but to me it’s a big reason -- but one of the reasons I want to come back is to shut people up. To shut a lot of fricking people up."<Br><Br>
Parisyan also opened up about issues with pain killers and panic attacks that ultimately lead to his release from the UFC:<Br><Br>
"For the record, I was never addicted to pain meds. I abused pain medications without knowing. When it hurt me, it was too late already. I had done too much damage to myself, mentally and physically."<Br><Br>
"Anxiety will be there. Anxiety you can control. The physical panic attack is the one that hits and brings you to your knees. And whoever’s had a panic attack, I want them to, for a second, realize that when they were having a panic attack, the worst one, when they thought they were going to die, I had to walk out in front of 20,000 people and fight. When my friends were pushing me, [saying] ‘Get out there, Karo. Thiago Alves is waiting in the cage. You’ve got to go fight.’ I did that."<br><br>
Check out the complete story <a href=http://www.mmafighting.com/2012/3/25/2901210/karo-parisyan-opens-up-on-career-struggles-painkillers-and-why-hes>HERE</a><Br><Br>
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Matchmaker, matchmaker: Clay Guida and Rich Franklin get fights and a Bellator heavyweight final
The yentes at Bellator and the UFC spent their weekend putting together fights for your viewing pleasure. Here's a rundown of the latest:
-- Clay Guida and Gray Maynard will headline a UFC on FX event set for June 22. As the main event, the bout will be scheduled for five rounds. Guida's last fight was a loss to Benson Henderson in November, while Maynard lost a rematch with Frankie Edgar in October.
-- UFC 148 in July picked up a ton of fights. The Las Vegas card will now feature Rich Franklin vs. Cung Le, Renan Barao and his 31-fight winning streak against Jeff Hoaglund, and Michael Bisping vs. Tim Boetsch.
-- The Bellator heavyweight final between Eric Prindle and Thiago Santos will go down on Friday. It's a rematch of their November bout that ended in a no contest after Santos kicked Pringle in the groin. The winner will win a shot at Bellator heavyweight champ Cole Konrad and $100,000.
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012
UFC heading to China this year, according to Dana White
By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief
The UFC wants to continue expanding their reach globally, and that expansion may take them into several new European markets in the next year. However, Europe isn't all that's on their mind in the next year.
UFC President Dana White revealed on Wednesday after the UFC 146 press conference that the organization may head to Macau, China, in the next year.
"Very soon," White said in an interview with MMAjunkie.com. "It will happen this year. We're this close. We are going to do a fight in China."
Macau is a tourism and gambling hub in China, home to the largest casino in the world, The Venetian Macao-Resort-Hotel. Incidentally, it's that venue the UFC would bring the card to, as it boasts a 15,000-seat indoor arena.
Penick's Analysis: The UFC will not stop expanding anytime soon, and moving on to China is the next step for them in Asia. Whether they've got the types of fighters on the roster to draw in that country remains to be seen, but that won't stop them from going after every new market they can attempt to run.
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UFC President Dana White revealed on Wednesday after the UFC 146 press conference that the organization may head to Macau, China, in the next year.
"Very soon," White said in an interview with MMAjunkie.com. "It will happen this year. We're this close. We are going to do a fight in China."
Macau is a tourism and gambling hub in China, home to the largest casino in the world, The Venetian Macao-Resort-Hotel. Incidentally, it's that venue the UFC would bring the card to, as it boasts a 15,000-seat indoor arena.
Penick's Analysis: The UFC will not stop expanding anytime soon, and moving on to China is the next step for them in Asia. Whether they've got the types of fighters on the roster to draw in that country remains to be seen, but that won't stop them from going after every new market they can attempt to run.
Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/UFC_2/article_12901.shtml
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Rick Hawn TKOs Ricardo Tirloni at Bellator 62 – Video Highlights
Three weeks in the Bellator Fighting Championships season six and there have already been several amazing finishes. Last night at Bellator 62 was no exception as Rick Hawn made the drop down to lightweight and made a statement with a brutal ground and pound finish of Ricardo Tirloni. Hawn connected with a huge right hand [...]
Rick Hawn TKOs Ricardo Tirloni at Bellator 62 – Video Highlights is a post from: MMA Interplay UFC News
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Junior Dos Santos Interview - UFC
Heavy-handed Junior Dos Santos steps back into the Octagon™ against a man considered to be an equally dangerous striker, Shane Carwin. Will Junior's speed advantage be enough to hand Carwin his first KO loss? Watch UFC 131 Live on Pay-Per-View and www.UFC.tv on Saturday, Jun 11th at 6/9PM PT/ET.Source: http://mmalice.com/ufc/junior-dos-santos-interview-video_8d42cdb57.html
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Andrei "The Pit Bull" Arlovski Recorded Live Video Chat July 8th 2011 - Andrei Arlovski
Andrei "The Pit Bull" Arlovski Recorded Live Video Chat July 8th 2011 Video by Andrei ArlovskiJason Ellis Aleksander Emelianenko Fedor Emelianenko Yasubey Enomoto Mark Epstein
Kron Gracie Presents : SkateJitsu
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=vt7q8fEeTHw#!
Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78145-Kron-Gracie-Presents-SkateJitsu&goto=newpost
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Hockey Fight of the Day: Nick Johnson vs. Travis Turnbull
In this clip not even the goal is safe from the ensuring scrum after the Buffalo Sabres’ Travis Turnbull and Minnesota Wild’s Nick Johnson decided to go at it in front of the net. The fight even carries over to other players who go at it as well. Tweet
Source: http://www.fighters.com/03/25/hockey-fight-of-the-day-nick-johnson-vs-travis-turnbull
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Rugby KO
http://www.ebaumsworld.com/video/watch/82366739/
Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78146-Rugby-KO&goto=newpost
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Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Clay Guida collides with Gray Maynard in main event at UFC on FX 4
Two of the lightweight division’s top competitors will clash on June 22 in headlining action at UFC on FX 4 in the form of a bout between Clay Guida and Gray Maynard. Both men have beaten a number of respected opponents and will be looking to get back in the title-hunt, as well as avoid [...]
Source: http://www.fighters.com/03/19/clay-guida-collides-with-gray-maynard-in-main-event-at-ufc-on-fx-3
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Edge, Bret Hart & Trish Stratus Set For SmackDown!
The official website of the Air Canada Centre is advertising WWE Hall of Famer Bret “The Hitman” Hart and multi-time WWE Women’s Champion Trish Stratus for this Tuesday’s SmackDown! taping at the venue.
Both Canadian stars are advertised for “special guest appearances.”
WWE announced Friday on SmackDown! that former world champion Edge would appear on this week’s show, which emanates from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. According to the Air Canada Centre website, WWE will be paying tribute to the “Rated-R Superstar” with “Edge Appreciation Night.”
Also advertised for the event is a World Heavyweight ...
Both Canadian stars are advertised for “special guest appearances.”
WWE announced Friday on SmackDown! that former world champion Edge would appear on this week’s show, which emanates from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. According to the Air Canada Centre website, WWE will be paying tribute to the “Rated-R Superstar” with “Edge Appreciation Night.”
Also advertised for the event is a World Heavyweight ...
Source: http://www.ifight365.com/2011/09/edge-bret-hart-trish-stratus-set-for-smackdown/
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Rock or Cena: Who is going to win?
It seems like almost a given that Cena will beat The Rock since The Rock isn't a full time wrestler. But with news that Rock will probably stick around and and wrestle a few more times this year I...
Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78165-Rock-or-Cena-Who-is-going-to-win&goto=newpost
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Video - Anderson Silva just your "everyday normal guy" in new UFC on Fox promo
By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief
The UFC aired a new promo this week on Fox, this time featuring UFC Middleweight Champion Anderson Silva as your "everyday normal guy." Check it out below:
Video URL: http://youtu.be/hmaMXX6e47M
The UFC aired a new promo this week on Fox, this time featuring UFC Middleweight Champion Anderson Silva as your "everyday normal guy." Check it out below:
Video URL: http://youtu.be/hmaMXX6e47M
Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/quicknews/article_12884.shtml
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‘UFC 145: Jones vs. Evans’ Betting Odds
One of the most anticipated scraps in mixed martial arts history is still a month out, but that shouldn’t prevent you from checking out the early betting lines for Jon Jones (Pictured) vs. Rashad Evans. Assuming, of course, you’re interested in that sort of thing… Jones remains a whopping 5.5-to-1 odds-on favorite to steamroll his [...]
Source: http://www.5thRound.com/110193/ufc-145-jones-vs-evans-betting-odds/
Bellator 62: Eric Prindle awarded Bellator tournament win, title shot as Thiago Santos misses weight
By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief
Cole Konrad will finally defend his Bellator Heavyweight Championship this year, but his challenger wasn't decided in the cage.
After their first fight went to a "no contest," season five heavyweight tournament finalists Eric Prindle and Thiago Santos were slated for a rematch on Friday at Bellator 62. However, Santos came in at an egregiously high 277.8 lbs. at Thursday's weigh-ins, and according to multiple published reports the fight has been called off.
With the fight being called off due to Santos, Bellator has awarded Prindle the $100,000 tournament-winning prize, and the title shot that goes along with it. With the fight not happening on Friday, that will likely move Konrad's first Title defense up, as he won't have to wait for Prindle to recover before the fight can be booked.
Penick's Analysis: There's absolutely no excuse for Santos to be that far overweight, especially when he had an extra week to cut when the fight was pushed back from last Friday's event. It's a bit of karma, as well, considering the "no contest" in the first fight came from a vicious kick to Prindle's groin that ended the fight a minute and a half in. Bellator's making the right call in awarding the tournament win and title shot to Prindle, as they need to get an official challenger in the cage against Konrad. As far as Santos is concerned, I'd be surprised if Bellator gives him another booking after this. It's completely unacceptable, especially in this spot with what was on the line in the fight.
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After their first fight went to a "no contest," season five heavyweight tournament finalists Eric Prindle and Thiago Santos were slated for a rematch on Friday at Bellator 62. However, Santos came in at an egregiously high 277.8 lbs. at Thursday's weigh-ins, and according to multiple published reports the fight has been called off.
With the fight being called off due to Santos, Bellator has awarded Prindle the $100,000 tournament-winning prize, and the title shot that goes along with it. With the fight not happening on Friday, that will likely move Konrad's first Title defense up, as he won't have to wait for Prindle to recover before the fight can be booked.
Penick's Analysis: There's absolutely no excuse for Santos to be that far overweight, especially when he had an extra week to cut when the fight was pushed back from last Friday's event. It's a bit of karma, as well, considering the "no contest" in the first fight came from a vicious kick to Prindle's groin that ended the fight a minute and a half in. Bellator's making the right call in awarding the tournament win and title shot to Prindle, as they need to get an official challenger in the cage against Konrad. As far as Santos is concerned, I'd be surprised if Bellator gives him another booking after this. It's completely unacceptable, especially in this spot with what was on the line in the fight.
Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/Bellator/article_12853.shtml
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Rashad Evans featured in video to help promote upcoming bout with Jon Jones
Former UFC light heavyweight champ Rashad Evans has been in pursuit of reclaiming the title for more than a year now, as injuries have kept him from taking advantage of the #1 contender position he earned by defeating Quinton “Rampage” Jackson. Now, barring anything happening over the next month, Evans will finally face off with [...]
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Picture of the day: Chad Ochocinco vs. Miguel Torres
On the same day he was urinated on by a lion, New England Patriots receiver Chad Ochocinco faced off with UFC bantamweight Miguel Torres
Torres tweeted he wants the UFC to make this fight pronto, or at least after Torres fights Michael McDonald at UFC 145.
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A. Silva Sucks, Sonnen Is Great, J. Jones is King, Guida brings it
I've been reading MMA threads on here every now and again for quite a while and one thing always sticks out to me. You people seem to always thing as one on certain fighters for the most part. A lot...
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Ryan Healy replaces Gabe Ruediger, faces Paul Kelly at Super Fight League 2
While India's Super Fight League is not legally required to follow the orders of the California State Athletic Commission, promotion officials have decided to do exactly that.MMAjunkie.com has learned that SFL officials will respect the CSAC-ordered medical suspension of Gabe Ruediger.
Ruediger therefore has been pulled from a planned SFL 2 matchup with UFC vet Paul Kelly, and Ryan Healy will instead take the matchup.
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WWE’s Santino Marella and Hornswoggle talk St. Patrick’s Day
Chances are if you’re reading this article you’re also likely wearing green in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, the world’s annual celebration of Irish heritage including a plethora of parades, shamrocks, and adult beverages. On this week’s episode of WWE superstar Santino Marella’s Foreign Exchange segment, the fan-favorite addressed the holiday with his own unique [...]
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Monday, March 26, 2012
why does everyone hate on Robin?
Why do people hate on Robin so much?
So what if he wears little green underwear!
He used to be in the friggin circus!
So what if he wears little green underwear!
He used to be in the friggin circus!
Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78153-why-does-everyone-hate-on-Robin&goto=newpost
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Bellator’s Joe Warren ready to move on and ‘pummel Pat Curran’
HAMMOND, Ind. -- Bellator featherweight champ Joe Warren admits he does not take losses well, but he was forced to deal with it after getting knocked out by Alexis Vila in the Bellator bantamweight tournament.
Luckily, he doesn't have to relive memories of that 1:04 fight. He doesn't have any memories of the fight at all.
"After that last fight, I don't remember it. I hate to say it. I'd never been knocked out or submitted in practice to the point where I went out," Warren told Cagewriter.
He admits that he was emotional in the loss because fighting means so much to him.
"You put everything you have in one basket, when it doesn't work, it's emotional. When I lose it takes a piece of my heart away. I don't take losses well."
The last memory MMA fans have of Warren is of him laid out from Vila's punch, but he's ready to stop that losing streak in his title bout against Pat Curran on Friday night.
"The reason I'm a champion is that when I'm down, I push back up. What's done is done. I can't go back and change it. Now I have to focus on the task at hand, and that's to pummel the [expletive] out of Pat Curran," Warren said.
"The only thing I'm worried about for me is to impress myself. I've worked as hard as I can in the room. I'm still a young fighter. I haven't really had a fight yet where I've impressed myself."
Though fans may wants a spectacular knockout or submission, getting the win is most important for Warren, even if that means grinding out a decision.
"Keep my hands up, my chin down, and winning a five-round war. I'm here to win. I know you guys want knockouts and submissions. I need a win to keep my belt and take care of my family."
After Friday night, Warren will get ready for the U.S. Olympic Trials, where he will try to make his first Olympic team. Warren won a world championship as a Greco-Roman wrestler but was suspended for the Beijing Olympics. He also wants to return to Bellator's bantamweight tournament because it's a better weight class for him.
Even with all that on his plate, he isn't worried about focus.
"I'm constantly focused. I believe in myself, I believe in my training. I have a great support system, so all I have to worry about is taking a deep breath and pressing myself and putting on a show."
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Houston Alexander vs gilbert Yvel
March 30, Resurrection FA. Who you got?? Both got power in their hands. However I give the slight advantage to Houston. Yvel is more well-rounded...
Source: http://forums.ufc.production.sparkart.net/showthread.php?t=114678&goto=newpost
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MMA Link Club: Top Stories for Week of March 18th
Once again we’ve gathered the best MMA news from the baddest websites on the ‘net so that 5thRound nation won’t miss a beat! Make sure to check out the links after the jump. Team Cruz won their second straight bout when their top pick Justin Lawrence put Cristiano Marcello to sleep in the 2ndRound. On [...]
Source: http://www.5thRound.com/110188/mma-link-club-top-stories-for-week-of-march-18th/
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UFC offices in london
A few years ago the UFC said there are opening offices in london. Does anyone know if this went through, and if so does anyone know where they are in...
Source: http://www.mmaforum.com/ufc/100754-ufc-offices-london.html
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UFC, eh? UFC will head to Canada three times in 2012
Mark your calendars, Canadian fans. The UFC announced today they will visit the home and native land of welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre three times in the remainder of 2012.
They will start in Calgary on July 21, where Jose Aldo will fight a yet-to-be-named fighter. After that, it's UFC 152 in Toronto Sept. 22, and UFC 154 in Montreal Nov. 17. St. Pierre, who was present at the press conference, announced the Montreal date.
GSP also gave an update on his health, saying he is progressing smoothly and is hoping to be back by November.
"When you get an injury like I have and you're off for a long period of time, the only thing you wish is to get back fast as possible," he said. "I don't know if it will be in the U.S. or Canada, but I wish and I pray that I have a chance to perform in 2012. No matter where it will be, I want to come back and fight in 2012."
St. Pierre is a native of Montreal, and has enjoyed great success when fighting in front of the rabid home crowd Canada can provide. His last two fights were won in Canada, and he exacted revenge on Matt Serra, one of the few men to beat him, in Montreal.
Though he isn't likely to rush his recovery from an ACL tear, he also has plenty of motivation to be ready to go on Nov. 17.
Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/ufc-eh-ufc-head-canada-three-times-2012-205133859.html
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Scott Coker Discusses Overeem vs. Werdum, Gina Carano's Health Status - Strikeforce
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American Top Team mining NCAA wrestling for talent
Though most of the people who set attendance records at the NCAA Division I wrestling championships in St. Louis last week were fans, at least one attendee was there to look for up-and-coming talent. Ricardo Liborio, the leader of American Top Team in Florida, headed to Missouri to find the best athletes who want to make the transition from wrestling to MMA.
Cagewriter spoke to Liborio, who has worked with such fighters as Thiago Alves and Tyron Woodley, about why he is looking to wrestling to find his next great star.
"The endpoint is to recruit guys who are done with their careers as a wrestler. Probably senior guys who want to start their MMA career. Some guys are not making it through their careers, the guys who couldn't make the Olympic team. And, we're open. I have some offers for athletes, depending on their caliber of what they can bring to the table. Guys like Bubba [Jenkins], we're recruiting, we're negotiating, and we're willing to invest in them. We're building them from the ground up," Liborio said.
He said he's been looking to wrestlers for years, but attended the NCAA championships for the first time last year. There, he watched Arizona State's Bubba Jenkins win a national title. Not long after, Jenkins joined ATT, where he's won both of his fights with a submission.
Liborio says wrestlers make great fighters because of the culture of the sport.
"Work ethic, athletic ability, but mental toughness of keep going, don't quit. The culture of other sports, that's not as exalted as it is in wrestling. There are great athletes with a great work ethic who are tough. They compete every weekend, they cut their weight."
ATT has created a boot camp of sorts to help athletes who have excelled in wrestling transition to MMA, but it works best when future fighters will open themselves up to learn.
"Those guys who understand they're learning a completely different discipline. Learning, striking, ground game. We have it right now as a science. All those guys who came from just wrestling and go into a kind of boot camp that makes them much better fighters."
Though several wrestlers will pursue Olympic gold this summer or in 2016, most will not make the team. With ATT and other camps looking out for wrestlers, they have a way to "go pro" in their sport.
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UFC on FX 3 adds Scott Jorgenson vs. Eddie Wineland
Scott “Young Guns” Jorgensen will take on Eddie Winland in a bantamweight bout on the UFC on FX 3 card slated for June 8th. The UFC announced the bout Friday via Twitter. Both fighters are imports from the WEC who will be looking to get back on the winning track after suffering losses in their [...]
UFC on FX 3 adds Scott Jorgenson vs. Eddie Wineland is a post from: MMA Interplay UFC News
Source: http://www.mmainterplay.com/ufc-news/ufc-on-fx-3-adds-scott-jorgenson-vs-eddie-wineland-57572/
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Demian Maia: “I knew they’d give me a hard guy.”
Fans may have been surprised to see Demian Maia paired against an opponent like 15-1 Dong Hyun Kim for the Brazilian’s welterweight debut, but the match-up certainly didn’t surprise the accomplished BJJer. While Maia may have come up short in two of his last three outings, the 34-year old is accustomed to facing high-level opponents [...]
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Canada to host 3 UFC events in 2012, Jose Also headlines UFC 149 in Calgary
The Ultimate Fighting Championship held a special press conference in Calgary, Canada earlier on Wednesday led by UFC Director of Canadian Operations Tom Wright and President Dana White. It was announced that the UFC would be holding three events in Calgary, Toronto and Montreal during 2012. All three of the events will be on pay-per-view. [...]
Canada to host 3 UFC events in 2012, Jose Also headlines UFC 149 in Calgary is a post from: MMA Interplay UFC News
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Sunday, March 25, 2012
Hockey Fight of the Day: Brad Staubitz vs. Cody McCormick
Not every fight has to last a full 60-90 seconds to count as an entertaining clash. Case in point, this little dandy between the Buffalo Sabres’ Cody McCormick and Montreal Canadiens’ Brad Staubitz. The two go at it for a short period of time before one gets the advantage and throws the other one down [...]
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Mirko Cro Cop Talks Pat Barry, Fake Facebook Profiles
By <a href="mailto:howie@mmanews.com">Chris Howie</a> <Br>
MMANEWS.COM Staff Writer<Br><Br>
Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic spoke about his relationship with Pat Barry this week following their heavyweight bout in June of 2010 and discussed how close the two have become:<Br><Br>
<a href=http://www.fightersonlymag.com/content/news/15835-exclusive-crocop-reveals-k-1-offer-talks-future-facebook-and-pat-barry>FO:</a> You and Pat Barry seem to have developed a really solid friendship…<Br><Br>
Oh yeah, I adore him. Pat Barry is one extraordinary guy. He is my true friend. Even though we did not have too much contact until recently… as far as I am concerned, it takes some time to call someone a friend. But Pat Barry has been sleeping at my house, he has a heart that I cant remember seeing for a long time. A clear and pure heart, there is no evil in him at all. Evil doesn’t exist in Pat Barry, he is a good guy, you can trust and rely on him, he is a true friend.<Br><Br>
He is a guy I like a lot, I told him that one day if he makes the wedding commitment to someone, I am ready to be his best-man if he wants to call me. Now you understand how much I like the guy. He stayed for two weeks here and slept three or four nights in my house, had lunch and dinner with me, we talked a lot about things. He is one extraordinary guy. Beautiful person. <Br><Br>
FO: I have to admit, I am impressed and amazed that Pat Barry managed to get you to open a Facebook profile. I assume this was his doing?<Br><Br>
Yeah he opened my Facebook profile of course - because I don’t know how to do it. He put all the photos up, he made some photos on his iPhone and put them up, because I don’t know how to do that either. I have never in my life… its terrible to say but I never had a camera in my hands, never took photo of anything unless with a mobile phone. <Br><Br>
But I never had a real camera or an iPhone or something, I have just a regular piece of shit phone. I don’t like touch screens and all this because I drop it five times a day and I will smash it on the first day. So of course he did it because he is high-tech, he knows how to do it all. He opened Facebook profile for me and put the photos and all information, while I sat with him.<Br><Br>
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The topic of Facebook lead to the many fake Cro Cop Facebook profiles floating around on the site, something that Cro Cop isn't too happy about:<Br><Br>
FO: I didn’t believe it was you at first, because there are so many fake profiles, have you seen them all?<Br><Br>
Yeah I don’t get the point of this, these monkeys. Put my name and my photo, my nickname, and so present yourself? For what? They are talking to the girls online? What is the point of it? At the end of the day if they want to get anything they are going to need to meet the girl in real life. <Br><Br>
FO: Maybe they could wear a disguise or something?<Br><Br>
It is disgusting. Someone is having sex on my behalf? Disgusting. I am asking all these gentlemen to pleas remove their fake profiles, there is no point. And there are hundreds of them, with my photos and with my name, my nickname… what can I do?<Br><Br>
FO: Ah well, its nice to be popular…<Br><Br>
Hmm… sometimes yes, sometimes no.<Br><Br>
Read the complete interview by clicking <a href=http://www.fightersonlymag.com/content/news/15835-exclusive-crocop-reveals-k-1-offer-talks-future-facebook-and-pat-barry>HERE</a><Br><Br>
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Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic spoke about his relationship with Pat Barry this week following their heavyweight bout in June of 2010 and discussed how close the two have become:<Br><Br>
<a href=http://www.fightersonlymag.com/content/news/15835-exclusive-crocop-reveals-k-1-offer-talks-future-facebook-and-pat-barry>FO:</a> You and Pat Barry seem to have developed a really solid friendship…<Br><Br>
Oh yeah, I adore him. Pat Barry is one extraordinary guy. He is my true friend. Even though we did not have too much contact until recently… as far as I am concerned, it takes some time to call someone a friend. But Pat Barry has been sleeping at my house, he has a heart that I cant remember seeing for a long time. A clear and pure heart, there is no evil in him at all. Evil doesn’t exist in Pat Barry, he is a good guy, you can trust and rely on him, he is a true friend.<Br><Br>
He is a guy I like a lot, I told him that one day if he makes the wedding commitment to someone, I am ready to be his best-man if he wants to call me. Now you understand how much I like the guy. He stayed for two weeks here and slept three or four nights in my house, had lunch and dinner with me, we talked a lot about things. He is one extraordinary guy. Beautiful person. <Br><Br>
FO: I have to admit, I am impressed and amazed that Pat Barry managed to get you to open a Facebook profile. I assume this was his doing?<Br><Br>
Yeah he opened my Facebook profile of course - because I don’t know how to do it. He put all the photos up, he made some photos on his iPhone and put them up, because I don’t know how to do that either. I have never in my life… its terrible to say but I never had a camera in my hands, never took photo of anything unless with a mobile phone. <Br><Br>
But I never had a real camera or an iPhone or something, I have just a regular piece of shit phone. I don’t like touch screens and all this because I drop it five times a day and I will smash it on the first day. So of course he did it because he is high-tech, he knows how to do it all. He opened Facebook profile for me and put the photos and all information, while I sat with him.<Br><Br>
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The topic of Facebook lead to the many fake Cro Cop Facebook profiles floating around on the site, something that Cro Cop isn't too happy about:<Br><Br>
FO: I didn’t believe it was you at first, because there are so many fake profiles, have you seen them all?<Br><Br>
Yeah I don’t get the point of this, these monkeys. Put my name and my photo, my nickname, and so present yourself? For what? They are talking to the girls online? What is the point of it? At the end of the day if they want to get anything they are going to need to meet the girl in real life. <Br><Br>
FO: Maybe they could wear a disguise or something?<Br><Br>
It is disgusting. Someone is having sex on my behalf? Disgusting. I am asking all these gentlemen to pleas remove their fake profiles, there is no point. And there are hundreds of them, with my photos and with my name, my nickname… what can I do?<Br><Br>
FO: Ah well, its nice to be popular…<Br><Br>
Hmm… sometimes yes, sometimes no.<Br><Br>
Read the complete interview by clicking <a href=http://www.fightersonlymag.com/content/news/15835-exclusive-crocop-reveals-k-1-offer-talks-future-facebook-and-pat-barry>HERE</a><Br><Br>
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