FIGHTS TO MAKE NEXT: Bellator 194 edition
With Bellator 194 in the books, it is time to look ahead at what could be next for the fighters’ on the main card. Matt Mitrione def. Roy Nelson via Majority Decision Matt Mitrione avenged […]
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HYDEN BLOG: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly from Bellator 194 and UFC Fight Night 126
Bellator 194 and UFC Fight Night 126 were both this past weekend. Let’s get to the rundown. Bellator 194 GOOD- Tywan Claxton stops Jose Perez Claxton landed some big shots in the first rounds, but […]
ROUNDTABLE: Who wins between Derrick Lewis and Marcin Tybura?
AARON CRIDER, MMATorch Contributor Lewis is pure, unadulterated power but he sorely lacks technique and endurance. Tybura is a more well-rounded fighter, and has strength both in his arms and legs. Not to mention he […]
ROUNDTABLE: Who wins between Donald Cerrone and Yancy Medeiros?
AARON CRIDER, MMATorch Contributor I’m going to favor Cerrone in this. Yancy is a guy that isn’t afraid to stand up and trade shots with Cerrone, but “Cowboy” has a lot of experience and time […]
HISCOE’S TAKE: Floyd Mayweather can solve UFC’s CM Punk problem
CM Punk fighting Floyd Mayweather in the UFC may sound absurd, but it might just be the perfect fight for the UFC in 2018. The prospect of a Floyd Mayweather-CM Punk mixed martial arts fight, […]
ROUNDTABLE: Where does the UFC middleweight division go from here?
AARON CRIDER, MMATorch Contributor Not much really changes as far as rankings go. Yoel Romero still stays at No.1 with his win over Luke Rockhold, even though he missed weight and that may or may […]
HYDEN BLOG: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly from UFC 221
UFC 221 was this past weekend. Let’s get to the rundown. UFC 221 GOOD- Tyson Pedro submits Saparbek Safarov Pedro had a little difficulty defending the wrestling of Safarov, but he made him pay when […]
FIGHTS TO MAKE NEXT: UFC 221 edition
With UFC 221 in the books, it is time to look ahead at what could be next for every fighter on the card. Main Card Yoel Romero def. Luke Rockhold I can’t help but feel […]
ROUNDTABLE: Who wins between Mark Hunt and Curtis Blaydes?
FRANK HYDEN, MMATorch Columnist I think Mark Hunt wins by KO in the second round. I just don’t know if Curtis Blaydes is ready for what Hunt will bring to the fight. I think they […]
HEYDORN’S TAKE: UFC’s misfits set to fail in carrying UFC 221 on Saturday night
In case you’ve forgotten, missed the MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans preview on the PW Torch Livecast this week, or simply don’t care this month, there is a UFC PPV event on Saturday night. […]
ROUNDTABLE: Who wins between Luke Rockhold and Yoel Romero
FRANK HYDEN, MMATorch Columnist I’m going with Luke Rockhold here. Yoel Romero is a physical specimen, but I think Rockhold will be able to do just enough to get the win. I think the fight […]
ROUNDTABLE: Should T.J. Dillashaw have agreed to face Cody Garbrandt at UFC 222?
The dust has finally settled, and UFC 222 has a main event. However, the new main event between women’s featherweight champion Cris Cyborg and Yana Kunitskaya was booked, the UFC unsuccessfully attempted to book a men’s […]
HYDEN BLOG: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly from UFC Fight Night 125
UFC Fight Night 125 was this past weekend. Let’s get to the rundown. UFC Fight Night 125 GOOD- Thiago Santos stops Anthony Smith Santos dropped Smith with a hard body kick and then followed up […]
HEYDORN’S TAKE: The UFC was dealt a major blow in Ronda Rousey signing with WWE
In the least kept secret of the entertainment world, former UFC women’s bantamweight champion, Ronda Rousey, made her “surprise” WWE debut last weekend after the finish of the first ever women’s Royal Rumble match. Rousey’s […]
MMA War of the Worlds part 2. A look at the fights of the inaugural UFC and Pride events.
The origins of MMA will forever be shrouded in legend. Specifically, the inaugural UFC and Pride Fighting Championship started a revolution in combat sports that is now only fully realized. Here is a look at […]
FIGHTS TO MAKE NEXT: UFC on Fox 27 edition
With UFC on Fox 27 in the books, its time to look ahead to the next fight for every competitor. Here is a fresh fight for everyone on the card. Jacare Souza def. Derek Brunson […]
HYDEN BLOG: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly from Bellator 193 and UFC on FOX 27
Bellator 193 and UFC on FOX 27 were this past weekend. Let’s get right to the rundown. Bellator 193 GOOD- Jake Smith stops Steve Kozola Smith caught Kozola early with a powerful right hand that […]
ROUNDTABLE: Who wins between Jacaré Souza and Derek Brunson
Who wins between Jacaré Souza and Derek Brunson at UFC on FOX 27. Michael Hiscoe MMATorch Contributor Brunson’s last two wins have come against aging fighters. Jacare Souza is 38 years old but it’s yet to […]
ROUNDTABLE: Are you interested in Daniel Cormier vs. Stipe Miocic?
With the announcement that UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic will defend his title against light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier, anticipation is will build over the next several months. Here is glimpse into how our contributors […]
FIGHTS TO MAKE NEXT: UFC 220 edition
With two champions retaining their belts at UFC 220, it is time for the UFC to look to the future. Here are the next fights to make, for every competitor at UFC 220. Stipe Miocic […]
HEYDORN’S TAKE: Dana White shows weakness and hurts the UFC in his handling of Conor McGregor
Fight promoters by unofficial definition are greedy, money hungry, and ruthless individuals. Their goal is to make money by any means necessary. In the end, personal relationships, friendships, and lasting memories are disposable bi-products of […]
HYDEN BLOG: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly from UFC 220 and Bellator 192
UFC 220 and Bellator 192 went head to head this past weekend, running shows on the same day. Both cards featured interesting matchups. Let’s get to the rundown. Bellator 192 GOOD- Henry Corrales vs. Georgi […]
ROUNDTABLE: Who wins between Daniel Cormier and Volkan Oezdemir?
Daniel Cormier will look to defend his light heavyweight title against Volkan Oezdemir, at UFC 220. Who will win? JOSHUA GARCIA, MMATorch Contributor Daniel Cormier has the edge in experience and I think that will play […]
ROUNDTABLE: Who wins between Stipe Miocic and Francis Ngannou?
Stipe Miocic looks to make heavyweight history, when he takes on Francis Ngannou at UFC 200. Who will win? JOSHUA GARCIA, MMATorch Contributor I think this should be a really good fight, but Ngannou just […]
FIGHTS TO MAKE NEXT: Post UFC Fight Night 124-Choi-Stephens-VanZant more
With UFC Fight Night 124 in the books, here is a look at who every fighter should face next. Main Card (Fox Sports 1) Jeremy Stephens def. Doo Ho Choi Jeremy Stephens has been […]