Mirko Filipovic Fight News

Asian MMA Update: Filipino MMA rivalry continues as PXC manages to sign a URCC champion? [UPDATED]

by Anton Tabuena from Bloody Elbow on May 8, 2013 7:19 AM EDT

The rivalry between MMA promotions in the Philippines got a bit more interesting today as PXC has managed to sign away a URCC champion to their roster. He's about to be a huge underdog as he's matched up against the current King of Pancrase, so is th

Report: Cheick Kongo done with UFC following knockout loss to Roy Nelson (Updated)

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on May 1, 2013 4:32 PM EDT

Longtime heavyweight Cheick Kongo has parted ways with ZUFFA following his knockout loss to Roy Nelson at UFC 159 last weekend (April 27, 2013) in Newark, New Jersey. Get the details, inside.

UFC 159 predictions, preview and analysis

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 26, 2013 1:00 PM EDT

It's time to find out who will be the king of the light heavyweight mountain in tomorrow night's UFC 159 pay-per-view event, which emanates from the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. Full "Jones vs. Sonnen" main card predictions, inside. Come and see!

UFC 159 fight card: Roy Nelson vs Cheick Kongo preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 24, 2013 7:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at Saturday night's UFC 159 main card bout between heavyweights Roy Nelson and Cheick Kongo. What's the key to victory for both men? Find out inside.

Morning Report: Michael Bisping says a win by Alan Belcher over him would be 'the biggest win in his pathetic career'

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on Apr 23, 2013 8:23 AM EDT

Ahead of their middleweight clash at UFC 159 on Saturday, Michael Bisping had some very harsh words for opponent Alan Belcher.

Mark Coleman wanted to pick a fight with CM Punk at UFC's The Ultimate Fighter 17 Finale

by Keith Harris from Cageside Seats on Apr 21, 2013 1:34 PM EDT

CM Punk, mentally burnt out and injured, attended UFC's The Ultimate Fighter 17 Finale last weekend. Mark Coleman wanted to pick a fight with the WWE superstar over UFC management's decision to treat Punk as a bigger celebrity on their telecast.

UFC on FOX 7 predictions, preview and analysis

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 19, 2013 1:00 PM EDT

Gilbert Melendez and Daniel Cormier were the best of the best under the Strikeforce banner. But how will they hold up inside the Octagon? Find out on the main card of UFC on FOX 7, which swims into the "Shark Tank" on Saturday night in San Jose.

The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 17 finale UFC predictions, preview and analysis

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 12, 2013 1:00 PM EDT

Tomorrow night marks The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 17 finale, featuring Uriah Hall's quest to become the next big thing at 185 pounds. Urijah Faber, Miesha Tate and Gabriel Gonzaga, among others, are also in action. Main card fight predictions, inside.

UFC Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 17 Finale preview: Four burning questions going into ‘Faber vs. Jorgensen' in Las Vegas

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM EDT

The MMA community is a curious bunch, and every time a major event comes around fans begin to talk. There are several storylines going into The Ultimate Fighter 17 Finale this Saturday (April 13, 2013) but here are four burning questions to consider.

Road FC CEO Moon Jung Hong: 'We are very close to getting Melvin Manhoef vs Mirko Cro Cop done'

by James Goyder from MMAmania.com on Apr 11, 2013 5:00 PM EDT

Road FC CEO Moon Jung Hong revealed that he is close to booking a fight between Melvin Manhoef vs. Mirko Filipovic for Road FC 12 later this year in Korea.

Daniel Cormier: It’s ‘very disturbing’ to think Frank Mir wants to take my limbs home

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Apr 10, 2013 8:00 PM EDT

Frank Mir has a unique way of expressing himself, declaring he would take Daniel Cormier's limbs home with him after UFC on FOX 7, a statement the former Olympian finds "very disturbing."

TUF 17 Finale fight card: Travis Browne vs Gabriel Gonzaga preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 8, 2013 7:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at Saturday night's TUF 17 Finale bout between heavyweights Gabriel Gonzaga and Travis Browne. What's the key to victory for both men? Find out inside.

UFC 160: Junior dos Santos prepared to take Mark Hunt down if things get ‘weird’ on the feet

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Mar 26, 2013 6:00 PM EDT

While former heavyweight champion Junior dos Santos is very confident in his striking, he has no issues taking the fight against former kickboxer Mark Hunt to the ground at UFC 160, especially if things start to get a little "weird" on the feet.

UFC 158's John Makdessi on Daron Cruickshank, Mirko CroCop, fear, evolution and having no style

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Mar 16, 2013 12:27 PM EDT

A lengthy pre-fight Q&A with UFC 158 lightweight John Makdessi, who faces Daron Cruickshank on the card, that includes his entry into martial arts at age 6, the fighters that inspired him, his view on fear and how he actually has no style at all.

2013 K-1 World Grand Prix winner: Mirko 'Cro Cop' turns back the clock in Croatia, tops Ismael Londt in final

by Patrick L. Stumberg from MMAmania.com on Mar 15, 2013 9:04 PM EDT

K-1 2013 World Grand Prix results: Mirko Filipovic crowned kickboxing tournament winner, beating three quality opponents earlier today (March 15, 2013) in his hometown of Zagreb, Croatia.

K-1 World Grand Prix Final 8 results and LIVE kickboxing coverage from Zagreb, Croatia TODAY (March 15)

by Patrick L. Stumberg from MMAmania.com on Mar 15, 2013 11:07 AM EDT

The K-1 World Grand Prix Final kicks off today from Zagreb and we have all the live results, coverage and play-by-play you can handle starting at 3 p.m. ET. Will Mirko "Cro Cop" prevail? Or is Badr Hari back and better than ever? Find out right here!

K-1 World Grand Prix Final 8 preview and predictions in Zagreb, Croatia on March 15

by Patrick L. Stumberg from MMAmania.com on Mar 14, 2013 11:00 PM EDT

K-1 World Grand Prix Final 8 preview: Eight of the most dangerous fighters on the planet, including Badr Hari and Mirko Cro Cop, among others, will step into the ring this upcoming Friday night (March 15, 2013) in Arena Zagreb in Zagreb, Croatia.

K-1 Grand Prix preview: Answering all your questions about this Friday's event

by Fraser Coffeen from Bloody Elbow on Mar 14, 2013 2:00 PM EDT

This Friday, K-1 returns with the Grand Prix, featuring Badr Hari, Mirko Cro Cop, and more. But what exactly is going on with this event? And wasn't Badr Hari in jail? Bloody Elbow has all the answers in this preview.

K-1 Grand Prix live stream, fight card, discussion and live fight coverage March 15

by Fraser Coffeen from Bloody Elbow on Mar 12, 2013 10:00 PM EDT

This weekend, K-1 presents the K-1 Grand Prix 2013. Bloody Elbow has all the details including live stream info, full fight card, and more. And join us Friday for live fight coverage.

'Silva vs Stann' UFC on FUEL TV 8 results recap from last night from Japan

by Thomas Myers from MMAmania.com on Mar 3, 2013 9:00 AM EST

UFC FUEL TV 8 results recap: Wanderlei Silva and Brian Stann collide in the main event inside the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan, on March 2, 2013, delivering a jaw-dropping, show-saving "Fight of the Night" performance for the ages.

Nickname Cro Cop	Birthdate 9/10/1974
Height / Weight 6'2" - 235	Place of Birth Zagreb, Croatia

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