Official MMA Thread

NCRadioMan · 08-23-2009, 11:27 AM

Bisping vs Kang, Hardy vs. Kim UFC 105

http://mmajunkie.com/news/15932/repo...or-ufc-105.mma
Reports: Michael Bisping vs. Denis Kang, Dan Hardy vs. Dong Hyun Kim in works for UFC 105

The UFC's fall schedule is rapidly filling, and with UFC 103 and 104's fight cards nearly complete, the organization has turned its attention to UFC 105 in November.

And according to a pair of new reports from Fighters Only magazine, two high-profile fights for the card are nearly signed.

According to Fighters Only, Michael Bisping (17-2 MMA, 7-2 UFC) will likely meet Denis Kang (32-11-1 MMA, 1-1 UFC), while Dan Hardy (22-6 MMA, 3-0 UFC) and Dong Hyun Kim (12-0-1 MMA, 3-0 UFC) are in discussions to meet at the Spike TV-broadcast event in Manchester, England.

Bisping was originally expected to face Wanderlei Silva, though a recent surgery has left the "Axe Murderer" on the shelf for the immediate future. With the Brazilian unable to face "The Count," Bisping will reportedly now meet Kang.

Bisping will be returning to action for the first time since a devastating loss to Dan Henderson at UFC 100, while Kang will be looking to build on the momentum of an April win over Xavier Foupa-Pokam.

While the now-scrapped Bisping vs. Silva bout was expected to enjoy main event status, the Fighters Only report suggests the new Bisping vs. Kang match will be relegated to co-main event status in favor of a yet-to-be-named "high-profile" matchup.

In addition to the Bisping vs. Kang bout, previously announced UFC 105 participant Dan Hardy will also meet Dong Hyun Kim according to a second report from Fighters Only.

Hardy fought most recently in a June split-decision win over Marcus Davis, upping his record in the UFC to 3-0. Kim returns to action for the first time since a UFC 100 win over T.J. Grant. Kim still maintains an undefeated record after his January loss to Karo Parisyan was overturned by the Nevada State Athletic Commission due to a failed drug screen by "The Heat."

With the expected matchups to the UFC 105 card live on Spike TV, the event now includes:

* BJ Penn vs Diego Sanchez *
* Michael Bisping vs. Denis Kang*
* Dan Hardy vs. Dong Hyun Kim*
* Matt Brown vs. James Wilks*
* Ross Pearson vs. Aaron Riley*
* DaMarques Johnson vs. Peter Sobotta*
* Roli Delgado vs. Andre Winner*

GoatLocker · 08-23-2009, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

Bisping vs Kang, Hardy vs. Kim UFC 105

* BJ Penn vs Diego Sanchez *
* Michael Bisping vs. Denis Kang*

Pretty weak card, but look forward to BJ vs Diego. Kang is nothing more than a confidence builder for Bisping after the ass kicking he took from Hendo. I can only hope Kang pulls an upset, as Bisping is one of the biggest asses in the sport IMHO.

yachties23 · 08-23-2009, 01:43 PM

I still have no idea why people think Bisping is any good, and how Kang beating him would be that much of an upset. He is a good fighter, but hes still at best a B level fighter. The fight being in England though should be motivation for Kang to try and finish him, we all know what happens in close fights involving Mike and the judges over there.

BJ/Diego should be great. I really want to see somebody push the pace with Penn. I was shocked at how he just basically handled Kenny, totally didn't expect it. Should be a great fight.

NCRadioMan · 08-23-2009, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by GoatLocker

Pretty weak card,

So your saying it's the typical UFC card.

At least it's on Spike and you don't have to shell out the extra clams to see it.

KING MO VS MARK KERR HEADS FULL M-1 Breakthrough FIGHT CARD

M-1 Global on Sunday released the full fight card for its HDNet Fights Presents M-1 Global Breakthrough, which takes place at Memorial Hall in Kansas City on Friday.

Six televised bouts are scheduled to air during the HDNet telecast (10:00 p.m. ET), plus a special sparring exhibition between M-1 fighters Fedor Emelianenko and newly-crowned Strikeforce light heavyweight champion Gegard Mousasi, with a five-bout undercard assembled for the local crowd attending live.

The main card is anchored by the United States debut of former NCAA champion "King" Mo Lawal and former NCAA All-American Mark "The Smashing Machine" Kerr. The undercard will be headlined by 8-1 Spanish heavyweight sensation Rogent Lloret taking on the latest addition to the M-1 Global roster, Russian heavyweight Alexey Oleinik.

-Muhammed "King Mo" Lawal (4-0) vs. Mark Kerr (15-10)
-Special Sparring Exhibition: Fedor Emelianenko vs. Gegard Mousasi (interesting)
-Lucio Linhares (12-4) vs. Mikhail Zayats (8-3)
-Jessie Gibbs (8-2) vs. Rob Broughton (10-4-1)
-Karl Amoussou (10-2-1) vs. John Doyle (9-8)
-Lloyd Marshbanks (17-8) vs. Michael Kita (5-3)
-Daisuke Nakamura (19-10) vs. Ferrid Kheder (14-3)
-Rogent Lloret (7-1) vs. Alexey Oleinik (24-4)
-Eric Marriott (13-1) vs. Tim Bazer (9-6)
-Sean Wilson (18-9) vs. Josh Orocho (11-6)
-Rudy Bears (9-3) vs. Brendan Seguin (18-15-1)
-Andria Caplan (0-0) vs. Mollie Ahlers-Estes (1-0)

King Mo rawks!

So-so card but a great main event.

Keith Jardine speaks about Rashad, “Rampage” and Lyoto Machida

It has been said before that “The Dean of Mean” Keith Jardine is one of the mosot intelligent and analytical fighters in MMA. His team mate Rashad Evans is taking on one of his former foes, Quinton Jackson, but what does Jardine think of the fight?

In a recent interview, Jardine speaks about Rashad, “Rampage” and Machida, kicking off with an analysis of his own fight with Quinton “Rampage” Jackson.

“I exited wrong a lot. I'd throw my combinations, and I would exit with my hands in the wrong place, and he would recoil and come through with punches. It was just a real subtle thing, and it's something that I've worked on since.”

“I think that's a real good match-up for Rashad. I think Rashad might have a little bit too much speed for Quinton to deal with. I see that going really good for Rashad.”

Jardine then turned his attention to the absolute enigma that is Lyoto Machida.

“I don't want to give away too much, but you can't play into his strengths. You can't lunge forward. You just can't lunge on him. You've got to keep your balance and you've to keep your head about you, and you've got to be unorthodox yourself.”

Prior to his unfortunate loss to Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, Keith Jardine had took wins over Brandon Vera and former UFC light-heavyweight champ Chuck “The Iceman” Liddell.

http://mmabay.co.uk/jardine%20on%20r...%20rashad.html

Speaking of Bisping/Hendo:

08-23-2009, 11:27 AM	#1
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,291 Trading: (67)	Re: Official MMA Thread Bisping vs Kang, Hardy vs. Kim UFC 105 http://mmajunkie.com/news/15932/repo...or-ufc-105.mma Reports: Michael Bisping vs. Denis Kang, Dan Hardy vs. Dong Hyun Kim in works for UFC 105 The UFC's fall schedule is rapidly filling, and with UFC 103 and 104's fight cards nearly complete, the organization has turned its attention to UFC 105 in November. And according to a pair of new reports from Fighters Only magazine, two high-profile fights for the card are nearly signed. According to Fighters Only, Michael Bisping (17-2 MMA, 7-2 UFC) will likely meet Denis Kang (32-11-1 MMA, 1-1 UFC), while Dan Hardy (22-6 MMA, 3-0 UFC) and Dong Hyun Kim (12-0-1 MMA, 3-0 UFC) are in discussions to meet at the Spike TV-broadcast event in Manchester, England. Bisping was originally expected to face Wanderlei Silva, though a recent surgery has left the "Axe Murderer" on the shelf for the immediate future. With the Brazilian unable to face "The Count," Bisping will reportedly now meet Kang. Bisping will be returning to action for the first time since a devastating loss to Dan Henderson at UFC 100, while Kang will be looking to build on the momentum of an April win over Xavier Foupa-Pokam. While the now-scrapped Bisping vs. Silva bout was expected to enjoy main event status, the Fighters Only report suggests the new Bisping vs. Kang match will be relegated to co-main event status in favor of a yet-to-be-named "high-profile" matchup. In addition to the Bisping vs. Kang bout, previously announced UFC 105 participant Dan Hardy will also meet Dong Hyun Kim according to a second report from Fighters Only. Hardy fought most recently in a June split-decision win over Marcus Davis, upping his record in the UFC to 3-0. Kim returns to action for the first time since a UFC 100 win over T.J. Grant. Kim still maintains an undefeated record after his January loss to Karo Parisyan was overturned by the Nevada State Athletic Commission due to a failed drug screen by "The Heat." With the expected matchups to the UFC 105 card live on Spike TV, the event now includes: * BJ Penn vs Diego Sanchez * * Michael Bisping vs. Denis Kang* * Dan Hardy vs. Dong Hyun Kim* * Matt Brown vs. James Wilks* * Ross Pearson vs. Aaron Riley* * DaMarques Johnson vs. Peter Sobotta* * Roli Delgado vs. Andre Winner* __________________ That's when I got it. - Tristan (Shack XX)

08-23-2009, 01:43 PM	#3
yachties23 The Belly of the Beast Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Chris Location: New York City Posts: 568 Trading: (15)	Re: Official MMA Thread I still have no idea why people think Bisping is any good, and how Kang beating him would be that much of an upset. He is a good fighter, but hes still at best a B level fighter. The fight being in England though should be motivation for Kang to try and finish him, we all know what happens in close fights involving Mike and the judges over there. BJ/Diego should be great. I really want to see somebody push the pace with Penn. I was shocked at how he just basically handled Kenny, totally didn't expect it. Should be a great fight.