Sep
19
Championship Chaos: Top 10 MMA Title Fights, Part 1 (video)
September 19, 2008 | 1 Comment
Enjoy the first of two parts of comrad101’s latest MMA video compelation.
Sep
16
Fight Night 15 Preview by Henry
September 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Josh Neer v Nate Diaz
Look for Diaz to want to take this to the ground. While Neer has showed some ground game, look for him to be completely outmatched. Neer will try to keep this on his feet and try to use his deadly hands to win. Diaz’s striking hasn’t always looked the best however it should be enough for him to last and get the takedown or pull guard.
Nate Diaz by submission Round 2.
Mac Danzig v Clay Guida
This could be the best fight of the night. I look for Clay Guida to be tough standing up but also just as tough from top. For Guida to win the fight he must use his wrestling to determine where the fight goes. Guida put up a good fight against Tyson Griffin and Roger Huerta so look for another good performance which could get him the win. For Danzig to win he will either need to win the striking which is very possible considering how well rounded he is or pull of a submission from the bottom. Whatever round it is look for this fight to be constantly moving at a rapid pass.
Clay Guida by Decision.
Ed Herman v Alan Belcher
I look to give the standup to Alan Belcher. Alan has showed some good striking in previous matches but has also pulled of some good submissions. Herman showed some good submissions in his last matches in the UFC but also has looked bad like in the Jason MacDonald fight. Herman has showed his hands in the Joe Doerksen fight so he does have the possibility of a knockout.
Alan Belcher by TKO round 2.
Houston Alexander v Eric Schafer
Another classic Houston match. Whatever happens it will happen fast. Look for Houston to come out hard this time around and not wait for his opponent. Schafer will have to work hard and fast to get the match to the ground that will be his only hope to win. Look for Houston to be extra excited and pumped in front of the hometown crowd.
Houston Alexander by TKO in Round 1.
Joe Lauzon v Kyle Bradley
Joe will get this quick and fast to the ground. Look for it to be another bad day for Bradley. Bradley better swing fast and be ready to sprawl because Lauzon will come fast and hard.
Joe Lauzon by Submission Round 1.
Alessio Sakara v Joe Vedepo
Vedepo is making his debut. Sakara has looked good recently. His move to Middleweight should help him considerably. Look for Sakara’s hands to be flying.
Alessio Sakara by TKO Round 1.
Ryan Jensen v Wilson Gouveia
This fight will be a barn burner. Both fighters have good standup and ground games. Look for Gouveia to be strong at 185. Jensen will come out pumped and ready as another Nebraska fighter. Both have good Octagon experience so nerves should not be a huge factor. Gouveia may have the edge in both standup and ground.
Wilson Gouveia by Submission Round 2.
Jason Brilz v Brad Morris
Morris looks to have a good all around game. Look for the Nebraskan Brilz to take the fight to the ground fast and hope to extend his win streak.
Jason Brilz by Decision.
Drew McFedries v Mike Massenzio
While Massenzio was highly touted coming into the IFL his show there was not great. Massenzio will probably want the fight to go to the ground considering McFedries standup. Look for McFedries to come throwing like usual and always going for the Knockout.
McFedries by TKO Round 1.
Dan Miller v Rob Kimmons
Rob Kimmons is going to find it hard to submit IFL Champ Dan Miller. Dan Miller was able to win the IFL belt by using a very tight and very good Kneebar. Look for Miller to overwhelm Kimmons with his extraordinary jujitsu.
Dan Miller by Submission Round 1.
Sep
16
Tribute to Evan Tanner, Part 2 (video)
September 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Here is the second part to yesterday’s Evan Tanner interview video. Pay attention. The man is speaking.
Sep
15
Tribute to Evan Tanner (video)
September 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment
We could have put up any number of Evan Tanner tribute videos here on MMA Bulletin. However I’ve decided to post this interview with Evan Tanner so that I can do my part to help fulfill his wish for his voice to be heard. I feel it is a much more fitting tribute. Watch the video. The second part will be up tomorrow.
Sep
9
Evan Tanner Found Dead in California Mountains
September 9, 2008 | 1 Comment
Today is a sad day for the MMA community. The body of UFC legend and former middleweight champion Evan Tanner was found in the Palo Verde mountain area. Friends and family reported Tanner missing on Saturday after leaving numerous calls and text messages without any response. Information is still scarce on the actual cause of death or how long he was out there. Tanner was 37 years old.
MMA fans will remember Evan Tanner as not only a legend of the sport, but also as one of the most interesting characters the sport has ever seen. Tanner posted a professional record of 32 wins and 8 losses over his 11 year career. His biggest MMA accomplishment came in 2005 when he defeated David Terrell to capture the vacant UFC middleweight championship. However, Tanner’s personal life has had its ups and downs. Tanner had been battling with an addiction to alcohol for quite some time. He also sunk his boat off the California shore nearly a year ago. However, Tanner seemed to be getting his life back on track. He signed a multi-fight contract late last year. Unfortunately, he lost the first two fights on his comeback. He was knocked out by Yushin Okami in March at UFC 82, and then he dropped a split decision to Kendall Grove at Ultimate Fight Night in June. He then decided to take some time off and let some nagging injuries heal.
Evan Tanner will be remembered as a great adventurer. He loved the outdoors and had a zest for life like no one else. The man had done more traveling and had more experiences in his short existence than most people will ever have in a lifetime. Most true MMA fans will remember Evan for memorable performances, the heart he showed inside the cage, and his desire to win. Evan Tanner will truly be missed.
Sep
8
Top 10 MMA Slam Knockouts (video)
September 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment
This awesome video from comrad101 is too good for words. Just watch.

