http://www.fiveknuckles.com Mixed Martial Arts News Fri, 11 May 2012 16:30:03 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Junior-dos-Santos-Mir-doesnt-know-how-to-get-through-rough-spots.html UFC Heavyweight champ Junior dos Santos respects challenger Frank Mir's grappling prowess, but thinks his striking is just "OK" and that he doesn't deal well with adversity in a fight. Fri, 11 May 2012 16:30:03 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Junior-dos-Santos-Mir-doesnt-know-how-to-get-through-rough-spots.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Genetics-and-the-Future-of-MMA.html Like many of you, I have been a fan of mixed martial arts since UFC 1. I still remember the atavistic thrill of watching a skinny Horace Gracie (who walks at 175lbs) face-off Fri, 04 May 2012 11:34:10 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Genetics-and-the-Future-of-MMA.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Michael-Bisping-vs-Tim-Boetsch-moves-to-UFC-149.html Michael Bisping vs. Tim Boetsch, previously scheduled for UFC 148, is now moved to UFC 149 in Calgary Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:05:33 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Michael-Bisping-vs-Tim-Boetsch-moves-to-UFC-149.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Ryan-Bader-to-fight-Lyoto-Machida-at-UFC-on-Fox-4.html UFC on Fox 4 will see the matchup between Ryan Bader and Lyoto Machida Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:43:06 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Ryan-Bader-to-fight-Lyoto-Machida-at-UFC-on-Fox-4.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Jon-Jones-hopes-Dan-Henderson-keeps-it-classy-for-their-upcoming-fight.html Jon Jones is no stranger to trash talk but hopes that his upcoming opponent, Dan Henderson, keeps it classy as the two prepare to fight later this year Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:40:35 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Jon-Jones-hopes-Dan-Henderson-keeps-it-classy-for-their-upcoming-fight.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/UFC-trainer-says-he-can-get-Fedor-Emelianenko-to-light-heavyweight.html UFC trainer, Jimmy Greninger, says he can get Fedor Emelianenko to compete in the light heavyweight within six months Mon, 30 Apr 2012 07:06:15 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/UFC-trainer-says-he-can-get-Fedor-Emelianenko-to-light-heavyweight.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Lombard-vs-Stann-and-Rua-vs-Silva-is-on-says-Dana-White.html UFC president, Dana White, confirms two matchups yesterday as Hector Lombard takes on Brian Stann and Maurício Rua takes on Thiago Silva Mon, 30 Apr 2012 18:30:10 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Lombard-vs-Stann-and-Rua-vs-Silva-is-on-says-Dana-White.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/George-St-Pierre-cites-professionalism-as-a-cause-for-his-financial-success.html George St. Pierre is one of the most famous and talented fighters in the UFC but St. Pierre also stresses the importance of his professionalism as the cause for his financial succes Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:58:58 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/George-St-Pierre-cites-professionalism-as-a-cause-for-his-financial-success.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/UFC-and-FX-looking-to-switch-up-TUFs-formula.html MMA fans can expect a few changes on future Ultimate Fighter seasons as the UFC and FX looks to change a few aspects concerning the reality show Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:35:00 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/UFC-and-FX-looking-to-switch-up-TUFs-formula.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/UFC-147-to-be-held-in-Belo-Horizonte,-Minas-Gerais,-Brazil.html After much deliberation UFC 147 has finally found a home at the Felipe Drummond Stadium in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazi Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:02:20 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/UFC-147-to-be-held-in-Belo-Horizonte,-Minas-Gerais,-Brazil.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Lavar-Johnson-predicts-a-first-round-KO-over-Pat-Barry-at-UFC-on-Fox-3.html Lavar Johnson will be making his second UFC appearance at UFC on Fox 3 and predicts a first round KO over Pat Barry in their matchup Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:39:24 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Lavar-Johnson-predicts-a-first-round-KO-over-Pat-Barry-at-UFC-on-Fox-3.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Nate-Diaz-told-that-he-will-get-a-title-shot-with-a-win-over-Jim-Miller-at-UFC-on-Fox-3.html It would seem that Nate Diaz is one win away from title contention as he has been told that a title shot awaits him if he defeats Jim Miller next week Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:19:54 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Nate-Diaz-told-that-he-will-get-a-title-shot-with-a-win-over-Jim-Miller-at-UFC-on-Fox-3.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Antonio-Rodrigo-Nogueira-to-face-Cheick-Kongo-at-UFC-149.html Heavyweights, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira set to fight Cheick Kongo at UFC 149 Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:22:59 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Antonio-Rodrigo-Nogueira-to-face-Cheick-Kongo-at-UFC-149.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Chuck-Liddell-would-consider-a-title-shot-against-Jon-Jones.html As crazy as it sounds, Chuck Liddell would consider coming out of retirement if he is given a title shot against Jon Jones Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:04:02 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Chuck-Liddell-would-consider-a-title-shot-against-Jon-Jones.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/George-St-Pierre-eager-for-Octagon-return-as-recovery-continues.html George St. Pierre is eager to return to fighting but is focused on recovering Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:48:47 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/George-St-Pierre-eager-for-Octagon-return-as-recovery-continues.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Alistair-Overeem-issues-a-statement-concerning-UFC-146-and-failed-drug-test.html Alistair Overeem issues a statement, responding to his removal from UFC 146 as well as his recently failed drug test issued by the Nevada State Athletic Commission Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:00:34 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Alistair-Overeem-issues-a-statement-concerning-UFC-146-and-failed-drug-test.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Jon-Jones-looks-forward-to-fighting-Dan-Henderson.html UFC light heavyweight champion, Jon Jones, defended his title from bitter rival, Rashad Evans, recently and the young "Bones" is already looking forward towards his next challenger in Dan Henderson Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:35:14 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Jon-Jones-looks-forward-to-fighting-Dan-Henderson.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Dana-White-says-Junior-dos-Santos-vs-Mark-Hunt-is-a-no-go.html Despite all the fanfare and support, Dana White says that Mark Hunt will not fight Junior dos Santos at UFC 146 no matter how Overeem's failed drug test plays out Sat, 14 Apr 2012 13:09:39 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Dana-White-says-Junior-dos-Santos-vs-Mark-Hunt-is-a-no-go.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Big-Nog-favors-a-fight-pitting-dos-Santos-against-Mir-or-Hunt-over-of-a-rematch-with-Velasquez.html Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira would like to see Junior dos Santos fight either Frank Mir or Mark Hunt instead of a rematch with Cain Velasquez whom he last defeated Sat, 14 Apr 2012 17:06:42 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Big-Nog-favors-a-fight-pitting-dos-Santos-against-Mir-or-Hunt-over-of-a-rematch-with-Velasquez.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Tito-Ortiz-talks-supplement-use-in-MMA-and-upcoming-retirement.html "The People's Champ" talks supplement use in MMA and his final bout with Forrest Griffin Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:04:13 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Tito-Ortiz-talks-supplement-use-in-MMA-and-upcoming-retirement.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Rolles-Gracie-and-Co-really-close-to-a-matchup-with-Fedor-Emelianenko.html With rumors circulating around Fedor Emelianenko's next opponent, Rolles Gracie seem to be a likely matchup for the "The Last Emperor" Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:24:44 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Rolles-Gracie-and-Co-really-close-to-a-matchup-with-Fedor-Emelianenko.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Yoshihiro-Akiyama-to-face-Thiago-Alves-at-UFC-149.html Japanese judo ace Yoshihiro Akiyama will face off against dangerous Brazilian striker Thiago Alves at UFC 149 in Calgary. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:41:29 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Yoshihiro-Akiyama-to-face-Thiago-Alves-at-UFC-149.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Alexander-Gustafsson-thinks-Thiago-Silva-has-questionable-sportsmanship.html Alexander Gustafsson thinks that his upcoming opponent, Thiago Silva, is not a good sportsman Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:49:07 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Alexander-Gustafsson-thinks-Thiago-Silva-has-questionable-sportsmanship.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Inside-MMA-responds-to-Overeems-failed-drug-test,-Mark-Hunt-talks-possible-title-shot.html The web is abuzz with discussions relating to Alistair Overeem's recent failed drug test. Is Overeem being unjustly labeled as a cheater? Will Mark Hunt get a tittle shot? Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:53:38 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Inside-MMA-responds-to-Overeems-failed-drug-test,-Mark-Hunt-talks-possible-title-shot.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Alistair-Overeem-officially-files-for-a-fight-license-in-Nevada.html Alistair Overeem files for a fight license in Nevada in order to fight at UFC 146 Mon, 09 Apr 2012 16:17:22 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Alistair-Overeem-officially-files-for-a-fight-license-in-Nevada.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Todd-Duffee-scores-first-win-since-2009,-KOs-Niel-Grove-at-SFL-2.html Todd Duffee is victorious for the first time since 2009 as he knocks out Niel Grove at Super Fight League 2 Sun, 08 Apr 2012 15:56:54 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Todd-Duffee-scores-first-win-since-2009,-KOs-Niel-Grove-at-SFL-2.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Dan-Henderson-prefers-to-stand-and-trade-with-Jon-Jones-than-wrestling-with-Rashad-Evans.html Dan Henderson prefers a bout with Jon Jones over Rashad Evans, believing "Bones" will provide a better stand up fight for him Sun, 08 Apr 2012 15:35:07 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Dan-Henderson-prefers-to-stand-and-trade-with-Jon-Jones-than-wrestling-with-Rashad-Evans.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/UFC-strikes-a-broadcast-deal-with-MSM-allowing-UFC-programing-in-India.html The UFC finalized a four year TV deal with Multi Screen Media (MSM) which will allow UFC programing in India Thu, 05 Apr 2012 08:49:36 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/UFC-strikes-a-broadcast-deal-with-MSM-allowing-UFC-programing-in-India.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/John-Alessio-replaces-an-injured-Matt-Wiman,-to-fight-Mark-Bocek-at-UFC-145.html Ultimate Fighter standout, Matt Wiman, suffers an injury and replacing him is John Alessio who is now set to fight Mark Bocek at UFC 145 Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:51:06 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/John-Alessio-replaces-an-injured-Matt-Wiman,-to-fight-Mark-Bocek-at-UFC-145.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Spencer-Fisher-to-fight-Sam-Stout-at-UFC-on-FX-4.html Spencer Fisher and Sam Stout are set to throwdown for the third time, this time at UFC on FX 4 Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:33:21 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Spencer-Fisher-to-fight-Sam-Stout-at-UFC-on-FX-4.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Alistair-Overeem-fails-drug-test-with-elevated-testosterone-levels,-Frank-Mir-ready-to-step-up.html Alistair Overeem fails a randomly issued drug test issued by the NSAC with elevated testosterone levels, Frank Mir is ready to step in for Overeem if Overeem is denied his fight license Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:10:55 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Alistair-Overeem-fails-drug-test-with-elevated-testosterone-levels,-Frank-Mir-ready-to-step-up.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Brian-Stann-says-a-finish-over-Alessio-Sakra-puts-him-in-place-for-a-match-up-with-a-top-5-guy.html Brian Stann is looking to getting back into the mix by stopping Alessio Sakra at UFC on Fuel TV 2 Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:56:32 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Brian-Stann-says-a-finish-over-Alessio-Sakra-puts-him-in-place-for-a-match-up-with-a-top-5-guy.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Vitor-Belfort-looking-to-run-over-Wanderlei-Silva-in-their-rematch.html Vitor Belfort talks about his upcoming rematch with, Wanderlei Silva, and says that he will run over his old rival Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:31:32 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Vitor-Belfort-looking-to-run-over-Wanderlei-Silva-in-their-rematch.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Daniel-Cormier-talks-Josh-Barnett-matchup.html Strikeforce heavyweight grand pix finalists, Daniel Cormier and Josh Barnett are set to scrap on May 19 and Cormier weighs in on the matchup Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:38:44 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Daniel-Cormier-talks-Josh-Barnett-matchup.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Charlie-Brenneman-vs-Erick-Silva-at-UFC-on-FX-3.html Another matchup is added to UFC on FX 3, Charlie Brenneman takes on Erick Silva Sat, 31 Mar 2012 12:35:15 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Charlie-Brenneman-vs-Erick-Silva-at-UFC-on-FX-3.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Fedor-Emelianenkos-manager-says-they-are-ready-to-have-Fedor-in-the-UFC.html Fedor Emelianenko's chances of an Octagon debut might have just gotten a little higher as his manager, Vadim Finkelstien, states that they (management and Emelianenko) are ready for the UFC Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:56:58 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Fedor-Emelianenkos-manager-says-they-are-ready-to-have-Fedor-in-the-UFC.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Melvin-Guillard-vs-Fabricio-Camoes-set-for-UFC-148.html "The Young Assassin", Melvin Guillard, returns to action against Fabricio Camoes at UFC 148 Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:22:06 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Melvin-Guillard-vs-Fabricio-Camoes-set-for-UFC-148.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Miguel-Torres-and-Michael-McDonald-set-to-scrap-at-UFC-145.html Former WEC bantamweight champion, Miguel Torres, welcomes Michale McDonald to a UFC 145 scrap Fri, 30 Mar 2012 15:54:21 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Miguel-Torres-and-Michael-McDonald-set-to-scrap-at-UFC-145.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Jason-Miller-will-retire-if-he-loses-to-CB-Dollaway-at-UFC-146.html Jason "Mayhem" Miller declares that he will retire if he loses to CB Dollaway at UFC 146 Fri, 30 Mar 2012 15:34:52 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Jason-Miller-will-retire-if-he-loses-to-CB-Dollaway-at-UFC-146.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Michael-Johnson-replaces-an-injured-Thiago-Tavares,-set-to-fight-Tony-Ferguson-at-UFC-on-Fox-3.html Ultimate Fighters will tangle as season twelve runner-up, Michael Johnson, is set to fight season 14 winner, Tony Ferguson, at UFc on Fox 3 Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:58:13 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Michael-Johnson-replaces-an-injured-Thiago-Tavares,-set-to-fight-Tony-Ferguson-at-UFC-on-Fox-3.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Ross-Pearson-vs-Cub-Swanson-at-UFC-on-FX-4.html Ultimate Fighter season nine winner, Ross Pierson, is set to fight WEC veteran, Cub Swanson, at UFC on FX Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:43:43 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Ross-Pearson-vs-Cub-Swanson-at-UFC-on-FX-4.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Leonard-Garcia-vs-Matt-Grice-at-UFC-on-FX-3.html The always exciting, Leonard Garcia, is set to face Matt Grice at UFC on FX 3 Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:33:54 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Leonard-Garcia-vs-Matt-Grice-at-UFC-on-FX-3.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Despite-Chael-Sonnens-claims,-Dana-White-guarantees-Sonnen-will-fight-Anderson-Silva.html With Sonnen questioning if his rematch with Silva will actually come to fruition, UFC President Dana White makes it clear that the rematch every MMA fan wants will happen. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 07:47:03 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Despite-Chael-Sonnens-claims,-Dana-White-guarantees-Sonnen-will-fight-Anderson-Silva.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Joe-Lauzon-set-to-fight-Terry-Etim-at-UFC-on-Fox-4.html Joe Lauzon and Terry Etim both verbally agreed to fight each other at UFC on Fox 4 Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:58:55 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Joe-Lauzon-set-to-fight-Terry-Etim-at-UFC-on-Fox-4.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Jake-Shields-moving-back-to-middleweight.html Former Strikeforce middleweight champ Jake Shields is moving back up to 185 pounds, after going 2-2 at welterweight in the UFC. Wed, 28 Mar 2012 15:00:20 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Jake-Shields-moving-back-to-middleweight.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Frank-Mir-on-fighting-in-Brazil-I-dont-know-if-that-would-be-such-a-great-idea.html Frank Mir is reluctant to fight in Brazil, questions how he will be treated there in light of breaking Antônio Rodrigo Nogueira's arm at UFC 140 Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:35:37 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Frank-Mir-on-fighting-in-Brazil-I-dont-know-if-that-would-be-such-a-great-idea.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/One-FC-War-of-the-Lions-will-stream-free-via-youtube-on-March-31.html MMA fans everywhere will have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of one of Asia's fast rising promotions as One FC streams its upcoming War of the Lions event free through youtube Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:45:02 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/One-FC-War-of-the-Lions-will-stream-free-via-youtube-on-March-31.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Jens-Pulver-signs-with-Cage-Warriors,-debuts-on-June-2.html Former UFC champ, Jens Pulver, is slated to debut at Cage Warriors 47 after signing with the promotion Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:13:01 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Jens-Pulver-signs-with-Cage-Warriors,-debuts-on-June-2.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Cesar-Gracie-is-not-going-to-let-Nick-Diaz-stay-retired.html Cesar Gracie says he will not let his pupil, Nick Diaz, stay retired Mon, 26 Mar 2012 09:12:41 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Cesar-Gracie-is-not-going-to-let-Nick-Diaz-stay-retired.html http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Gray-Maynard-looks-for-one-more-shot-at-Frankie-Edgar-down-the-road,-talks-fight-with-Guida.html Gray Maynard hopes to fight rival, Frankie Edgar, one more time later in his career Sat, 24 Mar 2012 16:46:20 GMT http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Gray-Maynard-looks-for-one-more-shot-at-Frankie-Edgar-down-the-road,-talks-fight-with-Guida.html