Tag: UFC 173

  • Ellenberger: ‘People giving Lawler a little too much respect’

    Ellenberger: ‘People giving Lawler a little too much respect’

    “I’m stoked, it’s a top guy. I’m not really wasting any time and it’s still a southpaw, similar guy. Little different… I think a lot of people kind of give Robbie a little too much respect. But, you know, in this sport you can’t fight like that. So, it’s a great matchup, a great fight. […]

  • FREE FIGHT VIDEO | Jake Ellenberger vs. Jake Shields

    FREE FIGHT VIDEO | Jake Ellenberger vs. Jake Shields

    Jake Ellenberger worked Jake Shields over in the clinch, landing several big knees to the head, before finishing the former Strikeforce middleweight champion by TKO in the KO of the Week. Ellenberger faces Robbie Lawler at UFC 173 on May 24.

  • Faber Says Dillashaw Too Mean And Dirty For Barao

    Faber Says Dillashaw Too Mean And Dirty For Barao

    “I think he wins that fight. The reason I’m not being biased is because I fought T.J. and I fought Barao. I know it’s a very tough fight either way. Barao is amazing. I think the biggest difference will be this: Barao is a bigger guy than T.J., I think T.J. is going to be […]

  • Cormier: I wasn’t exactly happy about fighting Hendo

    Cormier: I wasn’t exactly happy about fighting Hendo

    Daniel Cormier has accomplished many feats during his athletic career, but he still has one dream left to forefill and that’s to become the UFC’s light heavyweight champion, as he told MMAJunkie‘s Steven Marrocco in a recent interview: “I didn’t win the Olympics. I didn’t win the world championships. I didn’t win the NCAA tournament. I always have been one […]

  • Lawler: Ellenberger Striking Higher Level Than Hendricks

    Lawler: Ellenberger Striking Higher Level Than Hendricks

    “[Ellenberger] is a hell of a fighter. He is well rounded and knocks people out. He always comes in shape and is one of the best fighters in the UFC. I would say his striking is higher level [than Johny’s]. He is sharp with his hands. He moves his feet really well. I don’t really […]

  • Ellenberger: ‘Fight against Lawler my world title fight’

    Ellenberger: ‘Fight against Lawler my world title fight’

    “In my mind this is my world title fight right here. I have to succeed at this. Every fight is important but I haven’t looked an inch past this fight. This is it. This is my world title fight right here.” This weekend on pay-per-view, Jake Ellenberger and Robbie Lawler will square off on the […]

  • Dan Henderson – TheSHOOT!

    Dan Henderson – TheSHOOT!

    SHOOTMedia catches up with UFC Light Heavyweight contender Dan Henderson as he prepares for battle with Daniel “DC” Cormier at UFC 173. It is sure to be a battle between the two former Olympians as Henderson attempts to end Cormier’s undefeated streak where the winner is guaranteed a Light Heavyweight title shot.

  • Hendo Not Concerned With Cormier’s Unbeaten Status

    Hendo Not Concerned With Cormier’s Unbeaten Status

    “I’m not really worried about anybody’s record. Everybody starts out undefeated, and eventually they will lose, and May 24 will be his day.” In a recent interview with MMA Fight Corner, Dan Henderson discussed his upcoming opponent, Daniel Cormier. The two light-heavyweights will face off at the end of the month in the UFC 173 […]

  • New UFC Vlog Series ‘Embedded Episode 1’ Featuring White, Cormier, Hendo

    New UFC Vlog Series ‘Embedded Episode 1’ Featuring White, Cormier, Hendo

    Take an exclusive look inside the daily life of UFC President Dana White. Plus, hear from Daniel Cormier and Dan Henderson while they are in their training camps gearing up for a light heavyweight battle at UFC 173.

  • QUICK TWITT | Did Rousey Tap Ellenberger?

    QUICK TWITT | Did Rousey Tap Ellenberger?

    Jake Ellenberger believes that Ronda Rousey could beat up many UFC men inside the cage? But how does he know? Could it be from personal experience? While merely speculation, the following posting might lead us to believe he’s had a rough go in the gym against the female champ. Check it: Who can guess why […]

  • ‘Countdown To UFC 173: Barao vs. Dillashaw’ (Full Episode)

    ‘Countdown To UFC 173: Barao vs. Dillashaw’ (Full Episode)

    Countdown goes inside the training camps of six determined fighters set to take the stage at UFC 173 on May 24. Undisputed bantamweight champion Renan Barao will put his massive unbeaten streak on the line against Team Alpha Male prospect TJ Dillashaw.

  • Ellenberger: ‘Rousey absolutely could beat a lot of guys in the UFC’

    Ellenberger: ‘Rousey absolutely could beat a lot of guys in the UFC’

    “She could and she would. I’ve known her for a few years but what really stands out with her is she works harder than most people in this sport. Male or female, it doesn’t matter. She’s always in the gym whether she has a fight coming up or not. And it shows. There’s no secret […]

  • VIDEO | Robbie Lawler Admits To Lazy Mistake Against Hendricks

    VIDEO | Robbie Lawler Admits To Lazy Mistake Against Hendricks

    UFC welterweight, Robbie Lawler admits to making a lazy mistake that cost him the world-title against Johny Hendricks.

  • Dana White’s UFC 173 Video Blog

    Dana White’s UFC 173 Video Blog

    Dana White’s UFC 173 vlog is a look back at UFC on FS1: Brown vs. Silva.

  • T.J. Dillashaw-The SHOOT!

    T.J. Dillashaw-The SHOOT!

    T.J. Dillashaw looks to bring back the UFC Bantamweight title belt back to Team Alpha Male as he takes on current Champion Renan Barao at UFC 173 at The MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 24th in Las Vegas.

  • VIDEO | White Shares Rapping Rogan/Goldie UFC 173 Preview

    VIDEO | White Shares Rapping Rogan/Goldie UFC 173 Preview

    LMFAO! UFC 173 Barao vs Dillashaw http://t.co/OfSN1SnD4I — Dana White (@danawhite) May 15, 2014 UFC 173 is set to go down on May 24. Enjoy this hilarious pre-fight preview.

  • Dillashaw: ‘I have to be aggressive, but safe against Barao’

    Dillashaw: ‘I have to be aggressive, but safe against Barao’

    Yesterday on FOX Sports 1, UFC 173 headliner TJ Dillashaw discussed his upcoming title shot against Renan Barao, Duane Ludwig’s departure from Team Alpha Male and more. TJ Dillashaw on if he’s prepared to take on the champ Renan Barao in the title fight: “I’m more prepared now than I’m ever going to be. It’s a […]

  • FREE FIGHT VIDEO | Renan Barao vs. Eddie Wineland

    FREE FIGHT VIDEO | Renan Barao vs. Eddie Wineland

    The then UFC interim bantamweight champion, Renan Barao remained perfect in the Octagon and showcased his explosive striking game with a highlight reel spinning back knockout of Eddie Wineland at UFC 165.

  • Dillashaw Drawing Inspiration From Weidman In Upcoming Title Fight

    Dillashaw Drawing Inspiration From Weidman In Upcoming Title Fight

    “Right now he’s (Barao) got the longest win streak in MMA history. He could be pound-for-pound the best in the world and it’s going to be sweet to beat him. It’s like when Weidman beat Silva, he (Silva) was untouchable, right? I mean, who did Weidman beat? What was his record? He beat some good […]

  • Referee and Judges selected for UFC 173 title fight

    Referee and Judges selected for UFC 173 title fight

    Herb Dean will once again oversee a UFC bantamweight title fight, as the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) voted unanimously on Tuesday to appoint Dean as the referee for the main event of UFC 173 which features champ Renan Barao taking on challenger T.J. Dillashaw. Herb Dean infamously oversaw Renan Barao’s most recent title fight […]

  • VIDEO | Inside Dillashaw’s Dream Fight For The UFC Belt

    VIDEO | Inside Dillashaw’s Dream Fight For The UFC Belt

    Inside TJ Dillashaw’s quest to solve UFC bantamweight champion Renan Barao and bring Team Alpha Male their first UFC Belt.

  • PHOTO | Tornado vs. The ‘H-Bomb’ – Hendo Gets Hit

    PHOTO | Tornado vs. The ‘H-Bomb’ – Hendo Gets Hit

    Later this month on pay-per-view, Dan ‘Hendo’ Henderson returns to action against Daniel Cormier. While the former PRIDE and STRIKEFORCE champion isn’t training, he’s apparently fighting off Tornado’s in his hometown of Temecula, CA. Captions Reads: “Just had a tornado at our house. Picked up our trampoline and landed on the roof!! Crazy! Anyone else […]

  • VIDEO | ‘UFC 173: Barao vs. Dillashaw’ Extended Preview

    VIDEO | ‘UFC 173: Barao vs. Dillashaw’ Extended Preview

    UFC 173 is sure to excite as Renan Barao puts his dominant streak on the line against TJ Dillashaw, Daniel Cormier tries to earn a title shot with a win over Dan Henderson, and heavy hitters Jake Ellenberger and Robbie Lawler go to war!

  • PHOTO | Lyoto Machida’s Father At Age 18

    PHOTO | Lyoto Machida’s Father At Age 18

    Before there was a Lyoto Machida, there was this man, the Master of the Machida fighting system and father to the former UFC light-heavyweight champion and current middleweight title challenger, Yoshizo Machida.

  • VIDEO | ‘UFC 173: Barao vs. Dillashaw’ Preview

    VIDEO | ‘UFC 173: Barao vs. Dillashaw’ Preview

    Owner of a remarkable 35-fight unbeaten streak, Renan Barao will put his UFC bantamweight title on the line when he faces talented contender TJ Dillashaw in the main event of UFC 173 on May 24th. Plus, Daniel Cormier defends his perfect record against light heavyweight legend Dan Henderson, and welterweight knockout artists Robbie Lawler and […]

  • D.C. Says He’s Waiting On Jon Jones Title Fight

    D.C. Says He’s Waiting On Jon Jones Title Fight

    “I’ve waited long enough. This will be my fifth top-10 win, and I’m not fighting anyone else. I’m going to sit and wait and get better, and I’m going to wait to fight Jon Jones. If it took nine months, I’d wait nine months. It’s time for me to fight for the belt. It’s not […]

  • Lawler & Ellenberger Put Through Enhanced Drug Testing By NSAC

    Lawler & Ellenberger Put Through Enhanced Drug Testing By NSAC

    The Nevada State Athletic Commission has opted to exercise their rights to put UFC 173 competitors, Robbie Lawler and Jake Ellenberger through an enhanced drug testing program. ESPN recently broke the news. According to the NSAC, both fighters will undergo a series of testing in the lead up to their UFC 173 bout, including, urine, […]

  • Hendo Doesn’t Plan To Wrestle, Wants To Test D.C.’s Chin

    Hendo Doesn’t Plan To Wrestle, Wants To Test D.C.’s Chin

    “Obviously I was hoping to not fight him, as well, I respect him. He’s a wrestler and he represents the sport really well and I’m a fan of his. It’s never somebody that you want to beat up in that way, but, we both have the same goals and sometimes we have to compete against […]