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Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira

Nickname Minotauro Birthdate 6/2/1976
Height / Weight 6'3" - 234 Place of Birth Vitoria da Conquista, Brazil

Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialist and one of the most decorated MMA fighters of all time. Minotauro was the first PRIDE heavyweight champion and a former UFC interim heavyweight champion. Also know as "Big Nog," Nogueira is famous for his ability to absorb tremendous punishment but still earn the win. At age 11, he was run over by a truck and fell into a coma. His identical twin brother, Antonio Rogerio Nogueira, is a decorated light-heavyweight who also competes in the UFC.

Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Coverage

History in the making: Bigfoot Silva makes his MMA debut by demolishing Tengiz Tedoradze in England

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on May 19, 2013 10:00 PM EDT

Before he challenges Cain Velasquez for the heavyweight title at the UFC 160 pay-per-view (PPV) event on May 25, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada, we take a brief look back at the mixed martial arts (MMA) debut of Brazilian "Bigfoot," Antonio Silva.

UFC on FX 8: Belfort vs. Rockhold - Chris Camozzi vs. Ronaldo 'Jacare' Souza Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on May 18, 2013 11:24 AM EDT

Dallas Winston rattles off background info, fighter characteristics and match-up analysis for the UFC on FX 8 co-main event featuring middleweights Chris Camozzi and Ronaldo "Jacare" Souza.

UFC on Fuel 10 fight card: Nogueira vs. Werdum

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on May 12, 2013 8:00 PM EDT

A look at the UFC on Fuel 10 card, which will act as the finale for The Ultimate Fighter Brazil 2.

UFC 161: ‘Shogun’ Rua looks to relive championship glory days ahead of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira rematch

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on May 8, 2013 7:00 PM EDT

As Mauricio "Shogun" Rua prepares for his rematch against Antonio Rogerio Nogueira at UFC 161 on June 15, 2013, the Brazilian bomber is relying on the memories of his championship days to motivate him for another run at the title. But is it too late?

Fightweets: The curious case of Cheick Kongo

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on May 3, 2013 10:00 AM EDT

Cheick Kongo was given more chances to reach the upper echelon than nearly any other fighter in UFC history.

Roy Nelson will fight Daniel Cormier for immediate 205-pound UFC title shot

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on May 2, 2013 10:08 PM EDT

Roy Nelson vs. Daniel Cormier? "Big Country" weighs in, revealing that he would take a Heavyweight fight against "DC" next; however, he would want the next Light Heavyweight title shot with a victory. Seems fair, but is he serious?

Official UFC rankings updated following UFC 159 'Jones vs Sonnen' event

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 29, 2013 9:30 PM EDT

UFC.com has updated its "official" consensus rankings following this past Saturday's UFC 159 event (now with two contributions from MMAmania.com). Check out the big movers and shakers inside and let the debate begin!

UFC on Fuel 10: Nogueira vs. Werdum fight card

by Mookie Alexander from Bloody Elbow on Apr 29, 2013 7:00 PM EDT

A look at the June 8th UFC on Fuel TV event in Fortaleza, Brazil, headlined by heavyweights and TUF Brazil 2 coaches Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Fabricio Werdum.

UFC 159: Cheick Kongo vs. Roy Nelson Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Apr 26, 2013 2:12 PM EDT

Dallas Winston breaks down the heavyweight match-up between Cheick Kongo and Roy Nelson on the main pay-per-view card of this Saturday's UFC 159: Jones vs. Sonnen event.

Official UFC rankings updated following UFC on Fox 7 'Henderson vs Melendez' event

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 22, 2013 8:30 PM EDT

UFC.com has updated its "official" consensus rankings following this past Saturday's UFC on Fox 7 event (now with two contributions from MMAmania.com). Check out the big movers and shakers inside and let the debate begin!

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.

History in the making: Frank Mir wins 'Payback' by snapping Tim Sylvia's arm at UFC 48 in Las Vegas

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 19, 2013 6:00 AM EDT

Long before he made kindling out of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, former UFC Heavyweight Champion Frank Mir snapped his first limb by taking Tim Sylvia's arm home with him after the UFC 48: "Payback" event back in 2004.

UFC on Fox 7 fight card: Daniel Cormier vs Frank Mir preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 17, 2013 7:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at Saturday night's UFC on Fox 7 main card bout between heavyweights Daniel Cormier and Frank Mir. What's the key to victory for both men? Find out inside.

The Forward Roll: TUF 17 Finale edition

by Mike Chiappetta from MMA Fighting on Apr 16, 2013 12:01 PM EDT

Mike Chiappetta takes a look at what might be next for some of last Saturday night's key winners and losers, including Kelvin Gastelum and Uriah Hall.

Official UFC rankings updated following TUF 17 Finale 'Faber vs Jorgensen' event

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 15, 2013 6:30 PM EDT

UFC.com has updated its "official" consensus rankings following this past Saturday's UFC on Fuel TV 9 event (now with two contributions from MMAmania.com). Check out the big movers and shakers inside and let the debate begin!

The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 17 Finale results: 30 post-event facts about ‘Faber vs. Jorgensen'

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Apr 14, 2013 3:00 PM EDT

Everyone enjoys a good fact. Even more so, everyone enjoys 30 good facts. With The Ultimate Fighter 17 Finale the rear-view mirror, Mike Bohn checks in with post-event facts about the "Faber vs. Jorgensen" event that took place April 13, 2013.

UFC adds three fights to July schedule

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Apr 11, 2013 12:36 PM EDT

Two bouts have been added to UFC on FOX 8 and a heavyweight fight has landed at UFC 162.

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."

UFC reinstates Dave Herman, who is 'waiting for a fight' after completing rehab and passing drug test

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 10, 2013 12:01 PM EDT

Despite losing three straight UFC fights and failing a pair of drug tests for marijuana, embattled heavyweight Dave Herman will get one more chance to prove he belongs inside the Octagon after completing a 30-day stint in rehab.

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