FUEL TV announced that it will broadcast a UFC event in 'The Land of the Rising Sun' when the promotion returns to the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan, with UFC on FUEL TV 8 on March 2, 2013.
UFC 150 fight card update: Jake Shields will return to the Middleweight division to take on surging Ed Herman at UFC 150 on Aug. 11, 2012 in Denver, Colo., according to UFC President Dana White.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has confirmed that former welterweight contender Jake Shields will make the move back up to middleweight, and will return to the cage in August. MMAmania.com has the story.
UFC welterweight Jake Shields predicts his striking will improve dramatically enough to keep him competitive against the division's best strikers within a year.
The Bloody Elbow crew analyzes the throws Yoshihiro Akiyama managed to send Jake Shields flying onto the mats with at UFC 144. Complete with GIFs, video and the tweets of world renowned fighters.
A comprehensive look back with links to all the major stories coming out of the UFC 144: "Edgar vs. Henderson" event that took place this past Sat., Feb. 25, 2012, at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan.
Check out a photos gallery from the UFC 144: "Edgar vs. Henderson" event that took place this past Sat., Feb. 25, 2012, from the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan.
The UFC 144: "Edgar vs. Henderson" event last night in Japan should be considered a success for the promotion. But it wasn't enough to provide much hope for a strong future in the "Land of the Rising Sun."
MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a look at last night's UFC 144 welterweight bout between Jake Shields and Yoshihiro Akiyama. Despite getting tossed and having his takedowns stuffed, what helped Jake Shields persevere? Find out inside.
FEBRUARY 25, 2012: Ben Henderson emerged as the biggest winner of the night at UFC 144 in Saitama, Japan as he defeated Lightweight Champion Frankie Edgar in a five-round unanimous decision victory. MMAmania.com details the rest of the events big winners and lowly losers.
It was a mixed night for Japanese fighters at UFC 144 with a big Takanori Gomi win overshadowed by losses from Yoshihiro Akiyama, Yushin Okami and Kid Yamamoto.
UFC returns to Japan with UFC on FUEL TV 8 on March 2, 2013
by Kevin Haggerty from MMAmania.com on Nov 14, 2012 12:00 AM EST
Jake Shields returns to middleweight to fight Ed Herman at UFC 150 on Aug. 11 in Denver
by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on May 1, 2012 6:30 AM EDT
Yoshirio Akiyama vs Thiago Alves fight reportedly booked for July event, possibly UFC 149
by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Apr 10, 2012 4:50 PM EDT
Jake Shields returns to middleweight, next fight planned for Aug. 2012
by Kevin Haggerty from MMAmania.com on Mar 27, 2012 11:15 PM EDT
UFC Quick Quote: In the next year, Jake Shields will be able to stand with the best strikers out there
by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Mar 20, 2012 12:53 PM EDT
UFC 144 Judo Chop: Yoshihiro Akiyama Hits Some Sexy Judo Throws On Jake Shields
by Ben Thapa from Bloody Elbow on Mar 6, 2012 3:28 PM EST
UFC 144 results recap: Frankie Edgar vs Ben Henderson event wrap up from Japan
by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Feb 27, 2012 8:01 AM EST
UFC 144 Results: Jake Shields Wins, But Still Fails To Look Impressive Post-Strikeforce
by James Brady from SB Nation Bay Area on Feb 27, 2012 7:01 AM EST
UFC 144 results: Frankie Edgar vs Ben Henderson event photos gallery from Japan
by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Feb 27, 2012 5:00 AM EST
UFC 144 Results Recap: Jake Shields Vs. Yoshihiro Akiyama
by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Feb 27, 2012 2:00 AM EST
Zuffa makes successful return to Japan but stars fall at UFC 144: 'Edgar vs Henderson'
by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Feb 26, 2012 11:00 PM EST
UFC 144 results recap: Jake Shields vs Yoshihiro Akiyama fight review and analysis
by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Feb 26, 2012 5:30 PM EST
UFC 144 results recap: Winners and losers from the Feb. 25 event in Saitama, Japan
by Kevin Haggerty from MMAmania.com on Feb 26, 2012 4:00 PM EST
UFC 144 Results: Gomi Wins, Akiyama, Yamamoto And Okami Come Up Just Short
by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on Feb 26, 2012 3:00 PM EST
Jake Shields Happy With Win, But Gives Himself 'So-So' Performance Grade
by Ariel Helwani from MMA Fighting on Feb 26, 2012 3:38 AM EST
UFC 144: Edgar Vs. Henderson Results And Post-Fight Analysis
by Brent Brookhouse from Bloody Elbow on Feb 26, 2012 2:19 AM EST
UFC 144 Results: Ryan Bader Survives Scary Slam, Defeats Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson Via Unanimous Decision
by Bill Hanstock from SB Nation Bay Area on Feb 26, 2012 12:35 AM EST
UFC 144 results: Jake Shields takes close decision over Yoshihiro Akiyama
by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Feb 25, 2012 11:50 PM EST
UFC 144 Results: Jake Shields Wins Unanimous Decision Over Yoshihiro Akiyama
by Bill Hanstock from SB Nation Bay Area on Feb 25, 2012 11:49 PM EST
UFC 144 Results: Jake Shields Wins Hard Fought Decision Over Yoshihiro Akiyama
by Matthew Roth from Bloody Elbow on Feb 25, 2012 11:48 PM EST