Horodecki: “Ready to Bring it”
Written by Samantha L. Johnson
Twenty-two-year-old Chris Horodecki will make his WEC debut Saturday night against Anthony Njokuani. After gaining widespread recognition as a knock out artist with a baby face in the International Fight League, Horodecki knows he has a lot of expectations to live up to in his first fight back on a national level. When asked if his obvious game plan was to walk away with a knock out Horodecki was quick to respond.
Oliveira to Face UFC Newcomer John Gunderson
Rafaello Oliveira found out that he has a new opponent for UFC 108, after his original opponent was swapped. Oliveira’s new opponent for the card is UFC newcomer John Gunderson, according to AMA’s Fight Club’s Mike Constantino, who confirmed it to MMA Madness.
The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights Finale Set
The finals have been set for “The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights” as Roy “Big Country” Nelson and Brendan Schaub emerged last night
Sadollah to Fight Blackburn at UFN 20
Amir Sadollah recently told MMA Madness he wanted to fight in front of his hometown fans. He will get his wish as sources close to MMA Madness have confirmed Sadollah’s participation on the Ultimate Fight Night 20 show. The sources also confirmed that he will fight Brad Blackburn.
Rebounding From First Loss, Lamas is Ready For Challenge
Written by Hector Castro
After suffering his first loss, Ricardo Lamas is ready for a war at WEC 44 against James Krause.
MMA Big Show Champ Roger Bowling Signs With StrikeForce
“Relentless” Roger Bowling, the undefeated MMA Big Show Welterweight kingpin, has signed a contract with San Jose-based StrikeForce, one of the top MMA promotions in America. The signing took place during intermission at the “Full Force” event on Saturday, Oct. 24th.
WEC 45 Appears To Be Another Action Packed Event
World Extreme Cagefighting® announced today a lightweight showdown that will have tremendous implications on the future of the 155-pound division. On Saturday, Dec. 19 from The Pearl at The Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, NV, lightweight title contender Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone will take on striker extraordinaire Ed Ratcliff, while in the co-main event, Muay Thai sensation Anthony Njokuani battles former IFL star Chris Horodecki. When the smoke clears on Dec. 19, the world may know who is next in line for a crack at the WEC lightweight champion.
Despite The Hype, Cain Velasquez Stays Focused
Written by Hector Castro
Cain Velasquez has maintained focused for his UFC 104 bout with Ben Rothwell despite all the things going on around him.
Final Touches Made To StrikeForce Challengers Card
Undefeated heavyweight mixed martial arts (MMA) prospects Shane Del Rosario (8-0) and Brandon Cash “Money” (5-0) will square off in a STRIKEFORCE Challengers matchup at Save Mart Center in Fresno, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 6. Rising middleweight (185 pounds) stars Luke Rockhold (5-1) and Jesse “J T Money” Taylor (13-4) will duke it out that night as well.
TUF 10’s Kimbo vs. Nelson Draws Record 5.3 Million Viewers
Spike TV’s “The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights” is the undisputed ratings champ on Wednesday nights. The most recent episode of the tenth season of “The Ultimate Fighter” drew 5.3 million viewers, peaking at a staggering 6.1 million viewers on Wednesday, September 30 (10:00pm-11:00pm ET/PT).
