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Ryan Couture to Make Debut at Event in Phoenix

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 19:21:26 UT

SAN JOSE, Calif. - Ryan Couture, son of MMA legend Randy "The Natural" Couture, has signed a multi-fight agreement with world championship Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) promotion STRIKEFORCE and will make his professional MMA debut on Friday, Aug. 13 at the STRIKEFORCE Challengers event at Dodge Theatre in Phoenix, Ariz., LIVE on SHOWTIME (11 p.m. ET/PT, delayed on the west coast).

Tags: Lucas Stark, MMA, Randy Couture, Ryan Couture, STRIKEFORCE

Boxing Weekly Punches - July 24, 2010

Beau Denison — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 12:16:53 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches, Zab Judah returns to the Jr. Welterweight division with a knockout win. Heavyweight contender David Tua returns to the United States in a brawl with fellow contender Monte Barrett. And, undefeated Jr.

Hudaynazarov Making Name in U.S.

Bob Trieger - Full Court Press — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:03:51 UT

LAS VEGAS – U.S. boxing fans may not be able to properly pronounce his name, yet, but unbeaten welterweight Ravshan Hudaynazarov is starting to capture their attention with his throw-back style that features a brutal body attack. The exciting Uzbekistan prospect, now fighting out of Las Vegas, will be back in action July 23 at Tachi Palace & Casino in Irvine, California.

Tags: ESPN, Pavel Miranda, Ravshan Hudaynazarov, Uzbekistan, WBC

Ahmedov to be Showcased on Shumenov-Uzelkov Card

Bob Trieger - Full Court Press — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 19:27:26 UT

LAS VEGAS – World Boxing Association No. 9 rated light heavyweight Gayrat Ahmedov, the reigning WBC Asian Boxing Council and Interim PABA champion, faces his stiffest test as a pro July 23 against Dallas “Deaf Pride” Vargas (22-4, 16 KOs) in a 10-round, non-title fight at Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino in Lemoore, California.

Tags: Dallas Vargas, Gayrat Ahmedov, WBA, WBC

Boxing Weekly Punches - July 10, 2010

Beau Denison — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 10:13:39 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. stays unbeaten in his clash with Middleweight contender John Duddy, what may be in store next for the “Son of the Legend”.

Molina Comes Back to Stop Lundy in 11th for NABO Lightweight Title

Bob Trieger — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 11:59:51 UT

Challenger John Molina, Jr. needed a knockout to win and he did just that, stopping defending champion and previously unbeaten “Hammerin” Hank Lundy for the NABO lightweight title tonight on ESPN Friday Night Fights, live from Twin River Event Center in Lincoln, RI.

Cory Devela Returns to STRIKEFORCE Cage on July 23

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:46:16 UT

EVERETT, Wash. - Cory Devela (9-4) has helped nurse his girlfriend back to health after she endured an arduous battle with cancer. Now, the 25-year-old Bonney Lake, Wash. resident known as "The One," will set out to reestablish himself as a force in the sport of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) when he faces off with hard-hitting Bobby Voelker (21-8) in a SHOWTIME televised STRIKEFORCE Challengers Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) welterweight (170 pounds) contest at Comcast Arena at Everett on Friday, July 23.

Tags: Bobby Voelker, Cory Devela, MMA, STRIKEFORCE, welterweight

Boxing Weekly Punches - June 23, 2010

Beau Denison — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:04:34 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches, Andre Ward successfully makes the first defense of his WBA Super-Middleweight championship and ensures a spot in the semi-finals of the Super-Six World Boxing Classic, where the tournament stands going into the third and final group stage of the competition. Former two-time Heavyweight champion Hasim Rahman returns to the ring and, a preview of a highly anticipated pay-per-view card taking place this weekend featuring an important Middleweight bout between contenders Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and John Duddy.

Boxing Weekly Punches - June 17, 2010

Beau Denison — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 23:55:12 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches Undefeated Middleweight prospect David Lemieux continues his rise in the crowded Middleweight division. Undefeated two-division world champion Ivan Calderon successfully defends his WBO Jr. Flyweight championship...

Scott Smith, Cung Le Rematch June 26 at HP Pavilion

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 03:29:42 UT

NEW YORK - Can Scott "Hands Of Steel'' Smith, aka "The Comeback Kid,'' do it again? On Saturday, June 26, at HP Pavilion in San Jose, Calif., on SHOWTIME®, Smith will attempt to make it two consecutive victories over Cung Le in a middleweight (185 pounds) rematch of one of the most incredible Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) comeback victories of all-time.

Tags: David Kahn, Michael Beasley, middleweight, MMA, SHOWTIME

ESPN2 to Continue Televising ESPN.com’s MMA Live Show

ESPN — Sat, 29 May 2010 21:03:16 UT

After airing episodes for the first time this May, ESPN2 will continue to televise ESPN.com’s produced and distributed weekly MMA Live series dedicated to news, highlights and analysis from the sport of mixed martial arts through August, 2010. ESPN2 will continue to provide the first airing of the weekly MMA Live series Fridays at 1 a.m. ET.

Tags: Erin Henderson, espn, ESPN2, Jaymar Johnson, Tarvaris Jackson

Boxing Weekly Punches - May 28, 2010

Beau Denison — Fri, 28 May 2010 11:10:52 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches, Israel Vazquez and Rafael Marquez face off for the fourth time, is there a chance for a fifth bout? Three-time world champion Jorge Arce injured in training forcing him to pull out of a highly anticipated pay-per-view card. And, a preview of the next title defense of current WBC Heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko as he prepares to defend his championship against mandatory challenger Albert Sosnowski this weekend.

Tags: Bryan Shelton, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, Irina Falconi, Lou Piniella, manager of the year, Wily Mo Pena, women's tennis

Tim Kennedy to Face Trevor Prangley at Nokia Theater L.A. Live

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Thu, 27 May 2010 01:03:48 UT

NEW YORK – American military hero and up-and-coming middleweight, Tim Kennedy, will be opposed by the dangerous Trevor Prangley in one of the featured STRIKEFORCE Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fights at Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE on Wednesday, June 16, on SHOWTIME®.

Tags: 2010 Big Ten Kickoff Luncheon, college football, MMA, SHOWTIME, STRIKEFORCE

“Tua De Force” Shifts to Atlantic City; Tua vs. Barrett

Full Court Press — Thu, 27 May 2010 00:55:29 UT

NEW YORK – “Tua De Force” has shifted sites and will now continue July 17 at the Tropicana Casino and Resort in Atlantic City as Samoan strongman David “Tuamanator” Tua, coming off a near shutout victory by unanimous 12-round decision this past March, faces former world title challenger Monte “Two Gunz” Barrett.

Tags: Big Ten Conference, Fastbreak, Nate Robinson

Gary Hyde Wins Ruling to Continue Managing Two-time Olympic Champion Guillermo Rigondeaux

Bob Trieger — Wed, 26 May 2010 10:26:04 UT

Irish boxing manager Gary Hyde, who last December won a legal judgment in Miami to manage two-time Olympic champion Guillermo “The Jackal” Rigondeaux, recently received legal confirmation to continue managing the Cuban boxing star...

Fedor and Cris Cyborg to Fight in Historic MMA Event

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Fri, 14 May 2010 19:29:33 UT

SAN JOSE, Calif. - For the first time in the history of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), the No. 1 male and female fighters in the world will step into the cage on the same night as the top men's heavyweight and pound-for-pound great, Fedor "The Last Emperor" Emelianenko (31-1), and STRIKEFORCE Women's World Middleweight (145 pounds) Champion Cris Cyborg (9-1) return to action at HP Pavilion here on Saturday, June 26.

Tags: MMA, Ruthie Bolton, STRIKEFORCE, Val Ackerman

Boxing Weekly Punches - May 10, 2010

Beau Denison — Tue, 11 May 2010 10:42:54 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches Floyd Mayweather dominates Shane Mosley in a highly anticipated Welterweight bout, where does Mayweather go from here. Former three-time Welterweight champion Antonio Margarito ...

Hernandez no Angel in Ring; Ready for Manfredo

Full Court Press — Sun, 09 May 2010 18:10:37 UT

NEW YORK – Veteran Angel “El Toro” Hernandez is arguably, pound-for-pound, one of the toughest boxers in the business. The Mexican native, fighting out of Chicago, has parlayed impressive back-to-back performances into a May 22 title fight against Peter Manfredo, Jr. at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut.

Tags: Cole Aldrich, Morris Peterson, New Orleans Hornets, Sam Presti

Unbeaten Zsolt Bedak Fighting in WBO Title Fight vs. Vazquez

Full Court Press — Wed, 05 May 2010 21:33:34 UT

HOBOKEN, N.J. – Hungarian-born and Germany based Zsolt “Mr. Lefthook” Bedak, the WBO No. 1 contender, fights outside of Europe for the first time in his pro career May 29 against WBO Junior Featherweight Champion Wilfredo “WV2” Vazquez, Jr., headlining the “Undefeated Champions” pay per view event.

Tags: Aaron Lesue, AFL, Utah State Aggies

Michael Oliveira Remains Unbeaten with 10th KO in 12 Fights

Full Court Press — Tue, 04 May 2010 21:52:51 UT

MIAMI – Brazilian middleweight prospect “Chairman of the Board” Michael Oliveira kept his unbeaten record intact, stopping rugged 29-fight veteran Jessie Davis in the fourth round, last Saturday night at Miccosukee Resort in Miami. Oliveira (12-0, 10 KOs), who only turned 20 last week, is the heir apparent to retired Brazilian boxing star Acelino “Popo” Freitas.

Tags: 2010 National League All-Star team, Cincinnati Reds, MLB

Martinez Fighting for Worldwide Recognition on "Undefeated Champions" PPV

Full Court Press — Mon, 03 May 2010 17:05:45 UT

HOBOKEN, N.J. – WBO junior lightweight champion Roman “Rocky” Martinez (22-0-1, 143 KOs) makes his second title-defense May 29^th in the 12-round co-feature against WBO No. 10 rated Gonzalo “El Destructor” Mungia (17-6-3, 13 KOs) on the “Undefeated Champions” pay per view event, airing live in the United States from Bayamon, Puerto Rico.

Tags: Arena Football League, Fastbreak, FIBA U17 World Championship, Young Guns

Boxing Weekly Punches - April 30, 2010

Beau Denison — Sat, 01 May 2010 12:51:25 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches, Jr. Middleweight champion Sergio Martinez scores a big upset in lifting the unified Middleweight championship from long reigning champion Kelly Pavlik.

"Ruthless" Robbie Lawler, KJ Noons and Bobby Lashley at STRIKEFORCE Event

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 02:42:00 UT

LOS ANGELES - Knockout artist and former middleweight world champion "Ruthless" Robbie Lawler (17-5), ex- WWE wrestling champion-turned-undefeated Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) heavyweight star Bobby Lashley (5-0) and former lightweight world champion KJ Noons (8-2) will fight in the featured bouts when STRIKEFORCE hits Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE.

Tags: "Ruthless" Robbie Lawler, Bobby Lashley, KJ Noons, MMA, STRIKEFORCE, WWE

Bellator FC Plants Seeds in Chicago

Kevin Kethcart — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 19:03:20 UT

Live Mixed Martial Arts events have not had much of a rich history in Chicago. There are smatterings of smaller shows all over the metropolitan area that are gaining traction; however, when bigger events come through town, turnout and reception is always questionable...

Tags: Bellator Fighting Championships, Ben Askren, Bjorn Rebney, Mixed Martial Arts, MMA, Pat Curran

Bellator XIV - Chicago Theatre - April 15th, 2010

Steve Brylka — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 18:04:05 UT

Tags: Bellator Fighting Championships, Bellator XIV, Chicago Theatre, Mixed Martial Arts, MMA

Boxing Weekly Punches - April 17, 2010

Beau Denison — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 12:18:35 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches Evander Holyfield successfully returns to the ring, where the boxing legend goes from here. Andre Berto successfully retains his WBC Welterweight championship in his return to action...

G2 Fight Night - April 3rd 2010

Steve Brylka — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:14:08 UT

Tags: G2 Fight Night, Gilbert Grappling, MMA

Boxing Weekly Punches - April 8, 2010

Beau Denison — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 10:08:54 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches, Manny Pacquiao’s fight with Joshua Clottey generates huge pay-per-view numbers, what it may mean for a potential clash between the consensus number one pound for pound fighter in the world as he looks to face the winner of the upcoming Welterweight title clash between Shane Mosley and Floyd Mayweather.

O’Connor Pitches Shutout To Remain Undefeated

Bob Trieger — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:23:57 UT

Unbeaten light welterweight prospect Danny O’Connor celebrated St, Patrick’s Day a few days late as he pitched a complete shutout against Franklin Gonzalez...

Boxing Weekly Punches - March 8, 2010

Beau Denison — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:13:25 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches, Light-Heavyweight champion Tavoris Cloud pulls out of his upcoming title defense against former champion Glen Johnson, IBF No. 1 Heavyweight contender Alexander Povetkin prepares to step back in the ring while waiting for his opportunity at the Heavyweight title.

Tickets for STRIKEFORCE Nashville: Henderson vs Shields go on Sale Tomorrow

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:49:07 UT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Tickets for STRIKEFORCE Nashville: Henderson vs. Shields, the first ever STRIKEFORCE mixed martial arts (MMA) event in the state of Tennessee on Saturday, April 17, go on sale tomorrow Friday, March 5 at 10 a.m. CT at the Bridgestone Arena ticket office and all Ticketmaster locations (800) 745-3000.

Tags: Dan Henderson, Jake Shields, MMA, STRIKEFORCE

Dan Henderson to Challenge Jake Shields for STRIKEFORCE Middleweight Title

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:15:17 UT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Mixed martial arts (MMA) legend and two-time United States Olympic wrestling competitor Dan Henderson (25-7) will challenge STRIKEFORCE World Middleweight (185 pounds) Champion Jake Shields (24-4-1) in the main event of a highly anticipated STRIKEFORCE fight card at Bridgestone Arena (formerly known as Sommet Center) in Nashville on Saturday, April 17.

Tags: Dan Henderson, Jake Shields, MMA, STRIKEFORCE

Boxing Weekly Punches - February 27, 2010

Beau Denison — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 13:57:11 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches, Allan Green officially enters the Super-Middleweight Super Six, how will he fair in group stage two as Jermain Taylor’s replacement? Undefeated IBF Light-Heavyweight champion Tavoris Cloud’s first title defense of his world title...

STRIKEFORCE: Challengers on SHOWTIME®

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:33:23 UT

SAN JOSE, Calif. - The 24 mixed martial arts fighters all made weight for the historic STRIKEFORCE: Challengers fight card Friday, Feb. 26 on SHOWTIME®. In the main event, unbeaten Sarah Kaufman (10-0) of Victoria, British Columbia and Takayo Hashi (12-1) of Tokyo, Japan, will collide in the first-ever STRIKEFORCE women's world 135-pound (welterweight) championship.

Tags: MMA, Sarah Kaufman, SHOWTIME, STRIKEFORCE, Takayo Hashi

Boxing Weekly Punches - February 10, 2010

Beau Denison — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:29:39 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches, Jorge Arce wins a third world title in as many weight classes. Jesse Brinkley comes one step closer to fighting for a world championship in the 168lb. Super-Middleweight division. Glen Johnson proves that at 41, he’s still among the world’s top Light-Heavyweights is another world title shot in his future?

CES inks 3-fight series at Foxwoods

Bob Trieger — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:24:05 UT

Jimmy Burchfield, president of Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc. (CES), announced today that CES will promote three professional boxing cards at Foxwoods Resort Casino in 2010.

Peter Manfredo, Jr Winner (red and white) vs Matt Vanda (red)

Steven Zarrella — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 15:50:53 UT

Adelita Irizarry (red) vs. Rachel Clark Winner (dark)

Steven Zarrella — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 20:01:24 UT

Matt Remillard Winner (dark) vs. Rafael Lora (white)

Steven Zarrella — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:57:00 UT

Joseph Perez Winner (dark) vs. Luis Quazada (white)

Steven Zarrella — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:52:25 UT

STRIKEFORCE Goes Global

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 15:50:13 UT

LOS ANGELES - Shine International has expanded the STRIKEFORCE brand internationally, selling more than 70 hours of STRIKEFORCE's mixed martial arts (MMA) programming. Virgin Media Television's Bravo in the UK, Turner in Latin America, FX in Portugal, Ukraine's Megasport, Seven Network Australia and Dahlia TV in Italy have all purchased STRIKEFORCE's library of TV programming.

Tags: MMA, Shine International, STRIKEFORCE

Manfredo Jr. Captures NABF Middleweight Title

Brandon Hines — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 18:44:20 UT

“The Pride of Providence” Peter Manfredo Jr. (34-6) looked extremely impressive in capturing the NABF middleweight title in a lopsided contest this Friday night at Mohegan Sun Arena, in association with TKO Promotions, via unanimous decision over Matt “The Predator” Vanda (42-10).

Tags: boxing, middleweight, Mohegan Sun Arena, nabf, tko promotions

Boxing Weekly Punches - January 30, 2010

Beau Denison — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 14:56:31 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches Juan Manuel Lopez makes the jump from Jr. Featherweight to Featherweight. Is a showdown with Yuriorkis Gamboa in Lopez’ future? Unified Heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko and top American contender Eddie Chambers prepare to square off in March and, Shane Mosley and Floyd Mayweather verbally agree to face each other in May for Mosley’s WBA Welterweight title.

Lavar Johnson to Make Miraculous Return at STRIKEFORCE Challengers on March 26

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 23:04:55 UT

NEW YORK - Six months ago, Lavar Johnson lay in a hospital bed, clinging to his life after he was gunned down while attending a family barbeque during the July 4 holiday. On Friday, March 26, the 32-year-old will enter a new chapter in his incredible recovery when he restarts his professional mixed martial arts (MMA) career.

Tags: Lavar Johnson, MMA, STRIKEFORCE

EA Sports Online to Stream STRIKFORCE MMA Bout Live This Saturday

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:28:31 UT

NEW YORK - For the first time in history, Electronic Arts Inc., (NASDAQ: ERTS) will offer live mixed martial arts (MMA) fight action online with a free of charge stream of STRIKEFORCE welterweight (170 pounds) matchup between Joe "Diesel" Riggs (32-10) and Jay "The Thoroughbred" Hieron (18-4) from BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, Florida this Saturday, January 30.

Tags: EA SPORTS, Jay Hieron, Joe Riggs, MMA, SHOWTIME, STRIKEFORCE

XFO33

Steve Brylka — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:13:07 UT

Tags: MMA, XFO33

STRIKEFORCE Challengers Hits San Jose On February 26

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 03:02:16 UT

NEW YORK - World championship mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion STRIKEFORCE brings its Challengers fight series to The Civic Auditorium in San Jose, California on Friday, February 26. Topping the card will be a middleweight (185 pounds) contest between wrestling powerhouse Trevor Prangley (22-5) and Karl Amoussou (11-2-1).

Tags: MMA, STRIKEFORCE

Boxing Weekly Punches - January 19, 2010

Beau Denison — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:35:00 UT

In this week’s edition of Boxing Weekly Punches, undefeated WBC Welterweight champion Andre Berto withdraws from his scheduled Welterweight unification clash with WBA champion Shane Mosley. Manny Pacquiao set to make the first defense of his WBO Welterweight title on March 13 and it is not against Floyd Mayweather. Undefeated Jr. Middleweight prospect Vanes Martirosyan...

Boxing Weekly Punches - January 13, 2010

Beau Denison — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:06:02 UT

In the first Boxing Weekly Punches of 2010, Manny Pacquiao vs. Floyd Mayweather implodes amid a continuing controversy. The two consensus best fighters in the world now seek different opposition. Evander Holyfield’s return to the ring rescheduled, what this means for the future Hall of Famer’s plans for 2010.

Lawler vs. Manhoef, Riggs vs. Hieron Set For STRIKEFORCE: Miami Jan. 30

Mike Afromowitz - STRIKEFORCE — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:02:31 UT

NEW YORK – Knockout artists “Ruthless” Robbie Lawler (16-5) and Melvin “No Mercy” Manhoef (24-6-1) will square off with each other in a middleweight (185 pounds) contest at the STRIKEFORCE: Miami mixed martial arts (MMA) event at BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, Florida on