Articles tagged "breakdown"
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Kimbo Slice Versus Dada 5000: A One Star Fight in the Lone Star State
Kimbo Slice versus Dada 5000 was by unanimous consensus one of the worst MMA bouts of all time. We take a look at the ins and outs of this tactical battle and discuss how to avoid getting hurt in the Octagon if you're not a very good fighter. Full story
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How Sage Northcutt Came Apart
At UFC on Fox 18 Anthony Johnson had an easy night against Ryan Bader and Sage Northcutt suffered his first professional loss. We examine the ins and outs of the night's best fights. Full story
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Pettis versus Alvarez: Taekwondo and Level Changes
Anthony Pettis versus Eddie Alvarez was a dream match for most fans a few years ago, but both have taken a knock in recent losses. With both on the rebound we break down this fascinating match up of top tier lightweight strikers. Full story
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Robbie Lawler versus Carlos Condit: The Minefield of Judging a Fight
Carlos Condit seemed to have done more than enough to take the welterweight title but when the scores came in he was just another fight older and still had no belt. We take a look at the best moments from the fight and ruminate on the judging criteria in MMA. Full story
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Carlos Condit: One Last Shot
Carlos Condit probably doesn't deserve this title shot but you won't hear many fans complaining. After a rough run through the last couple of years, we take a look at how the welterweight division's most exciting finisher matches up with the champion. Full story
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How Conor McGregor Killed the King
After a year of agonizing anticipation, Conor McGregor was able to knock out UFC champion, Jose Aldo in just thirteen seconds. We take a look at the tactics and techniques on display at UFC 194. Full story
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Paige and Sage: A Rough Night for UFC's Poster Kids
It was a rough night for both Paige Vanzant and Sage Northcutt and now the questions are swirling about both. We take a look at the good and bad of their performances and the lessons learned. Full story
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Aldo versus McGregor: A Clash of Kings
We don't know if he's facing the greatest challenge of his career, or a flash in the pan, but we do know Jose Aldo's fight with Conor McGregor is going to be the biggest fight of the year. We take a look at the tactics, techniques and tendencies of both men. Full story
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Edgar versus Mendes: Precision Meets Power
Next weekend might be the biggest of the UFC's year but one fight seems to be flying under the radar and could trump them all. We take a look at Frankie Edgar versus Chad Mendes and how precision striking can be used to mitigate the threat of punching power. Full story
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How Holly Holm Killed Queen Ronda Rousey
Ronda Rousey was the bull and Holly Holm was the matador. We examine how the boxing world champion came into MMA and beat the UFC's undefeated golden girl in less than two rounds. Full story
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The Mixed Martial Arts of Victorian London
Before BJJ, there was Bartitsu.
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Jonathan Maicelo: The Last Inca
Peru's up-and-coming boxing star.
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Kron Gracie on Jiu-Jitsu, Skateboarding, Older Brothers, and Famous Fathers
The ties that bind are strong.
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Joel Tudor on the Art of Surfing, Fighting, and Style
A surf icon helps MMA keep its sense of tradition.
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Japan's Karate Kid: Kyoji Horiguchi
Japan's brightest MMA prospect.
