Strikeforce: Shamrock vs. Diaz Official
by Gavin Vincent on February 10, 2009

Strikeforce announced Frank Shamrock will fight Nick Diaz on Showtime. The event will be held on April 11th. A middleweight match-up between Benji Radach and Scott Smith has previously been announced.

Strikeforce is aiming at providing 5 championship-level fights and 5 up-and-comer fights. They hope to blend the unique fighters and provide maximum entertainment. Former EliteXC champions (Robbie Lawler, Josh Thomson, KJ Coons and Cung Le) will be offered to fight for Strikeforce titles.

Talks with Bob Sapp and Kevin Ferguson "Kimbo" are in the mix and rumors suggest Strikeforce wants Kimbo in the cage "as soon as possible".

With all the recent cuts in the UFC; Strikeforce as well as other big leagues have a lot to gain from top level contenders. Coker (of Strikeforce) has contacted 42 fighters and is agressively seeking even more for 2010.

HOW WILL THE THIAGO ALVES VS. MARTIN KAMPMANN FIGHT END AT UFC ON FX 2?
Alves def. Kampmann via TKO/KO
Alves def. Kampmann via submission
Alves def. Kampmann via decision
Kampmann def. Alves via TKO/KO
Kampmann def. Alves via submission
Kampmann def. Alves via decision
TAKE ANOTHER POLL!