Nick Diaz, Cris Cyborg, and Herschel Walker Set to Headline StrikeForce’s Florida Debut
Just months after the stunning announcement that he would try his hand at mixed martial arts (MMA), NFL and NCAA football legend, Herschel Walker, will make his highly-anticipated StrikeForce MMA debut at BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, Florida on Saturday, January 30. Superstar Nick Diaz and StrikeForce world 145-pound women’s champion Cris Cyborg will co-headline a stacked fight card during StrikeForce’s historic first visit to the state of Florida.
Mousasi Set to Fight Sokoujdou
The Nov. 7 Fedor-Rogers on CBS card is slowly filling out as MMA Junkie is reporting that Gegard Mousasi will take on Sokoujdou. The Web site is also reporting that 145-pound title contenders Erin Toughill and Marloes Coenen will serve as a reserve bout.
Strikeforce Signs International Distribution Deal
Strikeforce announced that a deal was made with Shine International to distribute and sell Strikeforce’s entire library, including 70 hours of fights from various live events. The company is set to make its CBS debut on Nov. 7.
Thomson Breaks Leg Again
Josh Thomson has been itching to get back into the cage. He suffered a leg injury that forced him out of his bout with Gilbert Melendez at the Aug. 15 Strikeforce card, and he re-injured the leg during training, MMA Weekly reports.
Couture vs. Vera II?
Multiple sites are reporting that Kim Couture and Kerry Vera will be fighting each other on Strikeforce’s Nov. 20 card. The fight comes a week after their respective husbands fight each other at UFC 105.
Cyborg Solidifies Hold on Women’s Division
Cris Cyborg became the first women’s champion in Strikeforce history.
Denny, Ruediger victorious at Called Out show
There was another card on Saturday in Ontario, Calif., and notable fighters included Thomas Denny, Gabe Ruediger and Brent Cooper.
Live Results from Strikeforce: Carano vs. Cyborg
MMA Madness Associate Editor Paul Delos Santos will be bringing you live results from the Strikeforce card in San Jose, Calif.
Cyborg is Ready to Pioneer Women’s MMA To The Next Level
Written by Cameron Gidari
It is not every day that fans are afforded the chance to see the very best in the world compete head-to-head. For women’s mixed martial arts fans, that day will be Saturday, when Cristiane ‘Cyborg’ Santos and Gina Carano face off for the Strikeforce Women’s Title.
Santos is aware of the magnitude of [...]
Tara LaRosa – True Professional
Tara LaRosa is disgusted that Cristiane Cyborg did not make weight…then blamed it on her menstrual cycle! This is unacceptable and unprofessional, and shows complete lack of dedication!!
