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Lyoto Machida

Nickname The Dragon Birthdate 5/30/1978
Height / Weight 6'1" - 205 Place of Birth Belem, Brazil

Karate stylist Lyoto Machida was tabbed for big things after he won the UFC light-heavyweight championship from Rashad Evans at UFC 98. He lost his title to Mauricio "Shogun" Rua at UFC 113, but he looks to get back in the title hunt against Quinton Jackson at UFC 123.

Last Fight

UFC 123: Jackson vs. Machida

Nov 20, 2010 10:00 PM EST
Quinton Jackson vs Lyoto Machida

Lyoto Machida Coverage

UFC Champ Jon Jones Doing The Media Rounds, Will Officiate At The Daytona 500

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on Feb 20, 2012 2:00 PM EST

Video of UFC champ Jon Jones doing various media appearances and the announcement of his honorary officiating role at this year's Daytona 500.

Morning Report: Georges St-Pierre 'Ahead of Schedule,' Chisora-Haye Brawl and More

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Feb 20, 2012 8:00 AM EST

From Georges St-Pierre's latest injury update and Brian Stann's Fox gig, to murmurs of Hendo vs. Machida and Jon Jones invoking Muhammad Ali comparisons, catch up on all the MMA you may have missed with Monday's edition of the Morning Report.

Dan Henderson Denies That He Declined UFC Offer Of Lyoto Machida

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on Feb 18, 2012 1:00 PM EST

Former Strikeforce champ Dan Henderson is frustrated that he's not getting a UFC bout and denies that he turned down a bout with Lyoto Machida.

Technique Talk: Stephen Thompson Retrofits Karate for MMA

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on Feb 18, 2012 10:00 AM EST

In the first edition of Technique Talk, Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson explains how he beat Dan Stittgen at UFC 143, but more importantly, how karate can be used in modern MMA.

Dan Henderson: The UFC never offered me a fight against Lyoto Machida

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Feb 17, 2012 11:05 AM EST

Despite UFC President Dana White's claims to the contrary, Dan Henderson insists he was never offered a fight against Lyoto Machida.

History in the Making: Quinton Jackson makes his Pride FC debut vs. Kazushi Sakuraba

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Feb 16, 2012 10:00 PM EST

More than 10 years after he first stepped foot in the Saitama Super Arena, Quinton Jackson returns as part of the UFC 144 card. A look back at his fight with Kazushi Sakuraba from 2001.

Stephen Thompson talks perfect record, short notice call to compete for the UFC and facing Georges St. Pierre

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Feb 12, 2012 6:30 PM EST

UFC Welterweight contender Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson talks about his future in the UFC's welterweight division after making his debut on short notice and who he feels has the abilities to stand up with him to match his striking skills.

Rashad Evans Vs. Jon Jones Rivalry Covered In ESPN The Magazine

by Josh Nason from Bloody Elbow on Feb 11, 2012 11:00 AM EST

ESPN The Magazine covered the Jon Jones/Rashad Evans beef in their recent Rivalry Issue, out on newsstands now.

UFC Quick Quote: Ed Soares on the 'strange' departure of Jose Aldo

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Feb 9, 2012 1:07 PM EST

Ed Soares parted ways with Jose Aldo after "Junior's" new (old) manager sent him an Email severing ties. Strange? Or just business?

Twitter Mailbag: Debating the Condit-Diaz Controversy and More

by Ben Fowlkes from MMA Fighting on Feb 9, 2012 1:05 PM EST

Answering reader questions on the Nick Diaz-Carlos Condit fight and much more. From Strikeforce heavyweights to Miesha Tate and Ronda Rousey, it's all here.

Ed Soares Calls Jose Aldo Divorce 'Strange'

by Ariel Helwani from MMA Fighting on Feb 9, 2012 9:40 AM EST

Ed Soares' more than two-year business relationship with UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo came to an abrupt end last week.

UFC 143 Results: Nick Diaz Rematch Might Be Smart For Dana White, But He Doesn't Deserve It

by James Brady from SB Nation Bay Area on Feb 7, 2012 7:45 AM EST

Thoughts, Reflections, And Recaps: UFC 143

by mountaineers101 from Gals Guide To MMA on Feb 6, 2012 12:00 PM EST

Come check out the ultimate recap of UFC 143. Results, thoughts, and predictions for upcoming fights all right here!

UFC 143 results: Dana White not opposed to Nick Diaz vs Carlos Condit rematch

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Feb 5, 2012 3:30 PM EST

UFC President Dana White tells reporters after the UFC 143 press conference last night (Feb 4, 2012) that he wouldn’t mind doing a rematch between Carlos Condit and Nick Diaz due to the fact that a lot of people were very unhappy at the decision the judges rendered after the UFC 143 main event.

UFC 143 results recap: Carlos Condit vs Nick Diaz fight review and analysis

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Feb 5, 2012 10:01 AM EST

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at last night's UFC 143 main event between Carlos Condit and Nick Diaz, which was for the interim UFC welterweight title. How did one select fighter play spoiler? Find out inside.

UFC 145: Jon Jones vs Rashad Evans last stop before Rematchville for 'Bones'

by Jason Probst from MMAmania.com on Jan 29, 2012 11:45 PM EST

UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones has to clear one final hurdle, Rashad Evans, at UFC 145 before he can essentially wipe out the best the division has to offer in less than 18 months, excluding Dan Henderson. Rematch Mania, looming on the horizon?

UFC on FOX 2 results: Predictable failure in Chicago, UFC now 0-2 on network TV

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Jan 29, 2012 9:00 PM EST

The UFC on FOX 2 event, which took place last night (Sat., Jan. 28, 2012) from the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, failed to live up to expectations, and there are many reasons for that. Let's break it down inside.

UFC On Fox 2 Results: Rashad Evans Earns Title Shot Against Jon Jones, What About Dan Henderson?

by James Brady from SB Nation Bay Area on Jan 29, 2012 8:15 AM EST

UFC On Fox 2 Results: Two Huge Title Fights Set Up By Evans And Sonnen Wins

by Nate Wilcox from MMA Nation on Jan 28, 2012 11:04 PM EST

UFC on Fox 2: The wins by Rashad Evans and Chael Sonnen set up two mega-fights for the UFC: Evans vs Jon Jones and Sonnen vs. Anderson Silva.

UFC 145: Jon Jones vs Rashad Evans main event set for Atlanta on April 21

by Thomas Myers from MMAmania.com on Jan 28, 2012 10:24 PM EST

UFC 145 main event is set with light heavyweight champion Jon Jones settling his score once and for all with former 'friend' and training partner, Rashad Evans, at the Philips Arena in Atlanta, Ga., on Jan. 28, 2012.

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