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Yoshihiro Akiyama

Nickname Sexyama Birthdate 7/29/1979
Height / Weight 5'10" - 170lbs Place of Birth Osaka, Japan

A skilled judoka, Yoshihiro Akiyama is a fourth generation Japanese of Korean descent and has won gold medals for both countries. He's one of the most recognized faces of the sport in Japan and Korea, and after making a name for himself in Japan with promotions such as K-1 HERO'S and PRIDE, he's now signed with the UFC.

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Frankie Edgar vs Ben Henderson staredown pic from UFC 144 pre-fight press conference

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Feb 23, 2012 5:00 AM EST

Check out staredown pics from the UFC 144 pre-fight press conference including Frankie Edgar vs. Ben Henderson in Japan.

UFC 144 pre-fight press conference full video for 'Edgar vs Henderson' in Japan

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Feb 23, 2012 3:30 AM EST

Watch the complete video of the UFC 144: "Edgar vs. Henderson" pre-fight press conference that took place in Japan in advance of the pay-per-view event scheduled for this Sat., Feb. 25, 2012, in Saitama, Japan.

Latest UFC 144 odds and betting guide for 'Edgar vs Henderson' in Japan

by Patrick L. Stumberg from MMAmania.com on Feb 22, 2012 10:45 PM EST

Bet on UFC 144: "Edgar vs. Henderson" with this complete online wager guide with odds, picks and best bets for all the action at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan, on Feb. 25, 2012.

UFC 144 Pre-Fight Press Conference Video

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Feb 22, 2012 10:09 PM EST

Join us tonight at Bloody Elbow at 11pm ET/8pm ET for live coverage of the UFC 144 pre-fight press conference.

UFC 144 press conference video and LIVE updates TONIGHT (Feb. 22) for 'Edgar vs Henderson' in Tokyo

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Feb 22, 2012 10:00 PM EST

Watch UFC 144 press conference live online from Japan, as well as check out live updates of the UFC 144 press conference, which will be broadcast from Tokyo, Japan at 11 p.m. tonight (Feb. 22, 2012).

UFC 144 Press Conference Video

by MichaelDavidSmith from MMA Fighting on Feb 22, 2012 9:00 PM EST

UFC 144 press conference is the last chance for the fighters to speak with the media before the event. Dana White, Frankie Edgar, Rampage Jackson and others are expected to attend.

UFC 144 open media workout photos gallery for 'Edgar vs Henderson' in Japan

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Feb 22, 2012 4:53 PM EST

Check out photos from the UFC 144: "Edgar vs. Henderson" open media workouts that took place in Japan for the pay-per-view event scheduled for this Sat., Feb. 25, 2012, at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan.

UFC 144: Yoshihiro Akiyama Leads The UFC Back To Japan

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on Feb 22, 2012 4:00 PM EST

Japanese superstar Yoshihiro Akiyama returns to fight in Japan for the first time in four years at UFC 144.

Yoshihiro Akiyama Ready to Debut 'New Akiyama Style'

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on Feb 22, 2012 12:29 PM EST

Yoshihiro Akiyama tells MMA Fighting he's ready to debut a new 'Akiyaka style' of fighting against Jake Shields at UFC 144.

UFC 144 Predictions

by MichaelDavidSmith from MMA Fighting on Feb 22, 2012 10:00 AM EST

Our predictions for the winners at UFC 144.

UFC 144: Edgar Vs. Henderson Countdown Show Full Video

by Anton Tabuena from Bloody Elbow on Feb 22, 2012 6:17 AM EST

Watch the full video of the UFC 144: Japan Countdown Show

Jake Shields Doesn't Regret Fighting Immediately Following Death of His Father

by Ariel Helwani from MMA Fighting on Feb 22, 2012 4:30 AM EST

Jake Shields talks about his UFC 144 fight against Yoshihiro Akiyama, his return to Japan, why he doesn't regret fighting Jake Ellenberger immediately following the death of his father, how he is looking past his recent losing streak, and more.

UFC 144: Edgar Vs. Henderson Betting Lines

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Feb 21, 2012 8:00 PM EST

A rundown of the betting lines for UFC 144: Edgar vs. Henderson.

UFC 144 fight card: Jake Shields vs Yoshihiro Akiyama preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Feb 21, 2012 7:05 PM EST

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at the upcoming UFC 144 welterweight attraction between Jake Shields and Yoshihiro Akiyama. What's the best path to victory for both men? Find out inside.

UFC Quick Quote: Jake Shields is ready to 'destroy' Yoshihiro Akiyama

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Feb 21, 2012 5:43 PM EST

Jake Shields, who is trying to rebound from back-to-back losses in 2011, needs a big win over Yoshihiro Akiyama at UFC 144 on Saturday night. Can he do it?

Live 'Countdown' to UFC 144 discussion thread for 'Edgar vs Henderson' on FUEL TV

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Feb 21, 2012 4:49 PM EST

Tune in TONIGHT at 9 p.m. ET to watch Countdown to UFC 144 on Fuel TV. Get pumped for Saturday's pay-per-view!

Special UFC 144 poster featuring Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Feb 21, 2012 4:05 PM EST

Check out this special UFC 144 poster, which features Quinton "Rampage" Jackson in his return to Japan.

UFC 144 Manga-Style Promo Video

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on Feb 21, 2012 2:00 PM EST

The UFC is promoting a new anime style video ad for UFC 144.

UFC 144 In-Depth Preview: Yoshihiro Akiyama vs. Jake Shields

by JustBlogGuy from Fake Teams on Feb 21, 2012 10:00 AM EST

UFC 144 TV Ad: Flying Octagon Invading Japan

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on Feb 20, 2012 5:00 PM EST

The UFC has released a new TV ad airing in Japan for UFC 144.

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