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Matt Hughes

Nickname -- Birthdate 10/13/1973
Height / Weight 5'9" - 170 Place of Birth Hillsboro, Illinois, United States

UFC 135 results: Josh Koscheck defeats Matt Hughes via knockout (strikes) at 4:59 of round 1.

Matt Hughes is a UFC Hall of Famer and is commonly thought of as the greatest welterweight in the sport's history. Hughes began his career as a devoted trainee of Pat Miletich at Miletich Fighting Systems. He won the world title from Carlos Newton when he knocked Newton out with one of his trademark slams. In 2006 he defeated the legendary Royce Gracie at UFC 60. He has twice coached "The Ultimate Fighter," including a season where he coached against his rival, Matt Serra. Hughes defeated Serra when the two met in 2009.

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Fightweets: Chris Weidman on Belfort-Rockhold; Chael Sonnen's antics, and more

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on May 10, 2013 12:00 PM EDT

The hot fight between Vitor Belfort and Luke Rockhold has caught others' attention, including fellow middleweight contender Chris Weidman.

Matt Hughes talks new UFC job, doesn't blame gloves for eyepokes

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on May 1, 2013 8:00 PM EDT

UFC Hall of Famer Matt Hughes discusses some aspects of his new front office position with the UFC, and talks about some current issues the UFC is facing.

Bummed but not broken, Rich Franklin eying UFC return before end of year

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on Apr 30, 2013 3:08 PM EDT

Former UFC middleweight champion Rich Franklin acknowledges at 38 years of age his time in the sport is 'limited', but isn't actively thinking about retirement just yet despite losing via vicious KO to Cung Le in his last bout.

UFC 159 Aftermath: Will Chael Sonnen really retire?

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Apr 28, 2013 3:00 PM EDT

Usually, when a fighter thinks of hanging them up, you have to take them at face value. But with Chael Sonnen, you never know.

Great Minds: MMA media predictions for the UFC 159: ‘Jones vs. Sonnen’ main event in Newark

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Apr 26, 2013 11:00 PM EDT

Eleven members of the mixed martial arts (MMA) media predict this Saturday's (April 27, 2013) UFC 159 light heavyweight title main event between Jon Jones and Chael Sonnen at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.

Fightweets: Why Miesha Tate vs. Liz Carmouche rocks

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Apr 26, 2013 1:00 PM EDT

The announcement of Miesha Tate vs. Liz Carmouche was just one news item of note in a very busy April.

Karate Kid! UFC champ Georges St. Pierre insists his takedowns are 'zero wrestling'

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Apr 24, 2013 6:00 PM EDT

If you’ve ever wondered why UFC Welterweight Champion Georges St. Pierre has been so successful with his wrestling in MMA, jump inside to see "Rush" explain how it all starts with karate.

MMA Roundtable: Moving divisions, Alpha Male chases gold, Sonnen's place in history, more

by Mike Chiappetta from MMA Fighting on Apr 24, 2013 12:01 PM EDT

Dave Doyle and Mike Chiappetta discuss the possible weight shifts of three UFC on FOX 7 competitors, which Team Alpha Male member will first win a belt, where a Sonnen upset would rank in history and more.

UFC 159 ‘Behind the Numbers:’ a closer look at Jon Jones’ sensational career stat sheet

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Apr 22, 2013 8:00 PM EDT

Prior to his highly anticipated UFC 159 collision with Chael Sonnen, MMAmania.com gives you a run down of the accomplishments made thus far in the UFC career of light heavyweight champion Jon "Bones" Jones.

UFC on FOX 7 results: Meet Matt Brown, MMA's newest Chris Lytle

by Jason Probst from MMAmania.com on Apr 21, 2013 2:30 PM EDT

UFC welterweight tough guy, Matt Brown, may not be fighting for the title anytime soon, but his spot on the ZUFFA roster is secure, thanks to his consistently-entertaining brawls during each and every appearance. Sound like anyone you know?

UFC on FOX 7 preview: 35 facts about 'Henderson vs Melendez' in San Jose

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Apr 16, 2013 12:00 AM EDT

UFC on FOX 7 preview: With "Henderson vs. Melendez" just around the corner, Mike Bohn hits mixed martial arts (MMA) fans with 35 facts related to Saturday's (April 20, 2013) event on FOX at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, California.

Live Chat: Fallon Fox debate, The Ultimate Fighter 17 Finale preview and more

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on Apr 10, 2013 9:04 AM EDT

From Fallon Fox to Matt Mitrione to the finale for The Ultimate Fighter 17 this Saturday, there's a lot going on in the MMA world. Join Luke Thomas at 1 p.m. ET to discuss and debate these topics and more.

Fallon Fox responds to suspended Matt Mitrione's transphobic comments with official statement

by George Halvatzis Jr. from MMAmania.com on Apr 9, 2013 11:00 PM EDT

Transgender female MMA fighter Fallon Fox official statement released in response to Matt Mitrione's vitriolic interview and subsequent UFC suspension, which has come under fire for its controversial and sensitive nature.

UFC President Dana White issues first comments on Matt Mitrione's 'nightmare' contract suspension following Fallon Fox tirade

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Apr 9, 2013 4:15 PM EDT

UFC President Dana White says Matt Mitrione's verbal tirade against Fallon Fox is nothing but a "pain in the ass" that could have been avoided because "Meathead" shouldn't have been doing any interviews in the first place. Get the details, inside.

'Appalled' UFC suspends Matt Mitrione for 'offensive' Fallon Fox transphobic comments

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Apr 8, 2013 8:45 PM EDT

Matt Mitrione suspended by Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) following his "offensive" transphobic verbal tirade aimed at transgender mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Fallon Fox earlier today.

Ross Pearson details ‘crazy’ George Sotiropoulos getting knocked out by boxing coach on TUF: Smashes

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Apr 3, 2013 6:04 PM EDT

Ross Pearson gives the inside scoop of what happened when George Sotiropoulos got too close to boxing coach Erin Beach on the set of The Ultimate Fighter: 'Smashes,' revealing that George was knocked out by Beach after he "cheap shotted" him.

Fightweets: Cageside reflections

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Mar 29, 2013 9:11 AM EDT

A reader asks a reporter what was the single greatest memory of covering fights at cageside. The reporter can't pick just one.

TUF 18: Strikeforce veteran Roxanne Modafferi heading to Las Vegas to audition for coed season

by Cory Braiterman from MMAmania.com on Mar 24, 2013 6:00 PM EDT

Onetime women's mixed martial arts (MMA) mainstay Roxy Modafferi is looking at the upcoming Ronda Rousey-led season of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 18 as a means to a comeback. See what she has to say in her own words, inside.

MMA Roundtable: Help for Nick Diaz, Ronda Rousey on TUF, and more

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Mar 20, 2013 1:00 PM EDT

Dave Doyle and Shaun Al-Shatti sit down to discuss everything from the Nick Diaz saga to Ronda Rousey coaching on TUF, and so much more.

Fortunes changed for five at UFC 158

by Dave Meltzer from MMA Fighting on Mar 18, 2013 10:00 AM EDT

In what was promoted as one of the big grudge matches in UFC history, what happened after the match left fans feeling they had been taken for a ride.

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