UFC 89 Bisping vs Leben Fight Analysis Prediction

The main event for UFC 89 features Michael Bisping vs Chris Leben on Oct 18, 2008 and will take place in England. There is no doubt that Bisping will have the fans behind him as he is the most popular British MMA Fighter. UFC 89 will air FREE on Spike TV so that is an added bonus.

Chris Leben (18-4-0) is a very aggressive striker. He’s got knockout power in both hands and has an amazingly strong chin, probably because he has a huge head. Surprisingly Leben has held a good position among the UFC Middleweights, despite the fact that he lacks a ground game. Look for Leben to come out with guns blazing as he likes to get in the face of all his opponents.

Michael Bisping (17-1-0) is also a very good striker as well, however, Bisping does not have devastating power, but has very crisp and technical strikes. His standup is excellent and has great footwork to position himself quickly with different striking angles. Wrestling is also one of Bisping’s strengths and has a great takedown defense, which probably is not needed against Leben.

In my opinion, I think that Bisping has the advantage. If the fight stays standing, Bisping is quicker on his feet and can definitely keep up with Leben’s fury. However, standing and striking with Leben is risky, as Leben is going for the knockout 100% of the time. Bisping should instead focus on taking the fight to the ground where he can have the upper hand and can control the fight.

UFC 91 Fight Card

The fight card has been made official for UFC 91 in MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on November 15.

The main event between heavyweight champion Randy Couture and WWE wrestling star-turned mixed martial artist, Brock Lesnar, dubbed as going to be “The Biggest Fight in UFC History.”

UFC 91 card as of today:

Main event:
265 lbs.: UFC Heavyweight Champion Randy Couture (16-8) vs. Brock Lesnar (2-1)

Main card (Televised):
155 lbs.: Kenny Florian (10-3) vs. Joe Stevenson (29-8)
185 lbs.: Amir Sadollah (1-0) vs. Nick Catone (5-0)
265 lbs.: Gabriel Gonzaga (9-3) vs. Josh Hendricks (14-4)
185 lbs.: Demian Maia (8-0) vs. Nate Quarry (10-2)

Under card (May not be broadcast):
170 lbs.: Dustin Hazelett (11-4) vs. Tamdan McCrory (9–1)
155 lbs.: Jorge Gurgel (12-4) vs. Aaron Riley (26-10-1)
155 lbs.: Jeremy Stephens (13-3) vs. Rafael dos Anjos (11-2)
155 lbs.: Alvin Robinson (9–3) vs. Mark Bocek Record (5-2)
185 lbs.: Matt Riddle (1-0) vs. Ryan Thomas (9-2)

Kimbo Slice Losses to Seth Petruzelli by TKO in Round One – video

Seth Petruzelli was supposed to fight on the Oct.4th EliteXC undercard, but ended up in the main event with a brutal TKO win over one of the sports biggest celebrities —Kimbo Slice. Kimbo Slice’s original opponent, Ken Shamrock, was forced to back out of the main event because of an injury earlier that day. Seth Petruzelli entered the main event on the shortest of notice and took only 14 seconds to knock out Kimbo Slice in shocking fury.

I am not surprised with the outcome of this fight as Seth Petruzelli is a good MMA fighter. Kimbo Slice is a joke and has been hyped up and promoted to be an MMA superstar by Elite XC. The fact is that Kimbo sucks and everyone who knows about MMA knows this and sooner or later Kimbo would be exposed.

Evan Tanner Video Tribute

Evan Tanner’s untimely death has shocked the MMA community and has inspired many people. This video tribute is one of many that show our final respects and to honor a great fighter. For more information you can also visit Evan Tanner’s official website

Anderson Silva Says He Will Retire Next Year

UFC middleweight champion, Anderson Silva was recently interviewed by Brazilian cable channel SporTV. for a show called “Sensei SporTV” which will air on September 27, but the editors released an excerpt from Anderson Silva speaking about his retirement from MMA:

“I’ll retire next year, I already gave my all. I don’t need to prove anything for anyone and within one year I’ll put my gloves aside.”

What does this mean and why would Silva say this? Silva is the best pound for pound MMA fighter today at his prime and in the optimal stage of his career. He dominates the UFC Middlewieght division, and proves that he is also a formidable opponent in the Light-heavywieght division, with his recent defeat of James Irvin.

I hope that maybe this interview was taken out of context, because it would be a shame to see Silva stop fighting so soon. But, then we can’t blame him for wanting to stop.

Silva probably does not feel challenged and sounds like he might have grown bored. After all, he has walked through most of his opponents fairly easily. The UFC needs to step it up and start giving him more of the stacked light-heavywieght division.

Another interesting point is that Silva has an upcoming title fight with Patrick Cote. People seem to overlook this fight assume that Silva will win. (which is probably going to happen!)

We’ll have to wait and see any developments about Anderson Silva’s retirement plans…

MMA Live on ESPN Video Episode 19

Affliction and Golden Boy partnership, will hybrid MMA-boxing event be a good idea?

According to ESPN: “Affliction has forged a partnership with Golden Boy Promotions — the monster boxing promotional company led by superstar Oscar De La Hoya — to co-promote future events that will feature mixed martial arts and boxing matches”

Aside from Fedor fighting on the main card, I think that a hybrid event of boxing and MMA is an overall terrible idea. Read more

Diego Sanchez, Josh Kosheck, Chris Leben – Car Ride Video

As you might already know, that Diego Sanchez, Josh Koschek and Chris Leben were contestants on the Season 1 “The Ultimate Fighter” show. They all hated each other back then but looks like they are friends today. Goes to show anything can happen in MMA! Its pretty cool that they can put their differences aside and show some respect. Koscheck interviews Diego about his upcoming fight with Thiago Alves. Also, he talks to Leben about his next fight with Bisping in UFC 89. Check out the video.

Chuck Liddell Too Predictable? Should he Retire Soon?

Chuck Liddell’s loss to Rashad Evans has brought about some questions about Chuck Liddell’s future in the UFC. Is Chuck Liddell becoming too predictable, are his opponents are starting to figure out his game and see the openings in his fighting style? Should Chuck Liddell retire soon?

In reference to Liddell’s predictability, he has lost 3 of his last 4 fights, two of which were by knockout. One was from Rampage and one from Evans, interestingly they both were in similar fashion. Not to mention Liddell also lost to Keith Jardine who trains with Rashad Evans at Greg Jackson’s camp. This is no coincidence, I think that the Greg Jackson has figured out a blueprint on how to defeat Liddell at his own game. Evans talked about how Greg Jackson kept training him on an overhand right, the same punch he used to knock out Liddell.

Chuck Liddell’s style is becoming more and more exposed: he fights with his hands down, enticing his opponents to engage, while he WAITS to counter with his loaded right fist. The same style that we all have grown to admire and become very familiar with.

Don’t get me wrong, Chuck Liddell is one of the best fighters out there, but something needs to change. The key to MMA is being multidimensional, and Liddell needs to mix it up a bit or get caught again. Read more

UFC Fighter Evan Tanner Found Dead In California Desert

Evan Tanner, a former UFC middleweight champion who went missing last week in the has been found dead in the desert near Imperial Valley, California. He was 37 years old.

According to the Imperial Valley Press an unidentified body was found on Monday in the Palo Verde Mountains. The body was confirmed on Monday night to be that of Evan Tanner, whose friends lost contact with him since Wednesday and was officially reported missing on Friday.

Authorities had started searching for Tanner on Saturday while temperatures in the area topped at 114 degrees. On Sunday, Tanner’s motorcycle was discovered at his campsite in the area and on Monday a body was located in the vicinity of the camp.

Tanner was was very adventurous and loved to camp in the desert. He also recorded his activity and thoughts on his blog:

“I plan on going so deep into the desert, that any failure of my equipment, could cost me my life,” wrote Tanner on the adventure in August. “I’ve been doing a great deal of research and study. I want to know all I can about where I’m going, and I want to make sure I have the best equipment.”

Our thoughts and prayers are with Evan’s family, friends, and fans. RIP.

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