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Kazushi Sakuraba

Nickname The Gracie Hunter Birthdate 7/14/1969
Height / Weight 6'0" - 192 Place of Birth Katagami, Akita, Japan

Widely considered one of the great innovators and true legends of mixed martial arts, Kazushi Sakuraba has competed in over 40 bouts in his career, which began in 1996. He is known for his devotion to the professional wrestling style, as well as his four wins over members of the Gracie family, which earned him the nickname "The Gracie Hunter."

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UFC 146: FX Preliminary Card Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on May 23, 2012 12:00 PM EDT

UFC 146: FX Preliminary Card Dissection (preview and analysis)

Morning Report: King Mo Double Dips for Spike, Sonnen Cooks Pizza on the Mean Streets of West Linn

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on May 11, 2012 8:00 AM EDT

King Mo Lawal signs a deal with Bellator and TNA, Kazushi Sakuraba announces his retirement fight, and Chael Sonnen cooks pizza on the mean streets of West Linn, Oregon on today's edition of the Morning Report.

Asian MMA: Shinya Aoki Vs. Kazushi Sakuraba Signed For DREAM

by Anton Tabuena from Bloody Elbow on May 10, 2012 11:32 AM EDT

A bout between Japanese MMA stars Shinya Aoki and Kazushi Sakuraba is in the works

The Greatest Fights That Never Happened - Part 2

by John Nash from Head Kick Legend on Apr 20, 2012 3:05 PM EDT

"The Greatest Fights That Never Happened Part 2" where we look at the numbers 5 through 2 of the biggest MMA fights that failed to take place.

Shaping Alliances: Victor Cui and the Dramatic Rise of ONE FC

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Mar 30, 2012 11:00 AM EDT

A look at Victor Cui and the dramatic rise of ONE FC, from fledging organization to a new power in Asian mixed martial arts.

UFC Ultimate Fighter Cristiano Marcello On The Gracies, Wanderlei Silva

by Fraser Coffeen from Bloody Elbow on Mar 21, 2012 9:00 AM EDT

UFC Ultimate Fighter Live contestant Cristiano Marcello talks Wanderlei Silva, the Gracies, and backstage brawls in the lead up to Friday's fight with Justin Lawrence.

Former UFC Champion Murilo Bustamante Returns To The Ring

by Fraser Coffeen from Bloody Elbow on Mar 13, 2012 2:00 PM EDT

Former UFC champion Murilo Bustamante returns to action this month in what he says is his final year in the sport.

Happy Belated Birthday Renzo Gracie

by T.P. Grant from Bloody Elbow on Mar 12, 2012 8:01 AM EDT

A Happy Belated Birthday to fighting legend Renzo Gracie

Is UFC 146 The Most Stacked Heavyweight Card In MMA History?

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Mar 8, 2012 1:06 PM EST

Is UFC 146 the most stacked heavyweight card in MMA history? We compare it to five other historical cards in terms of significance.

The Fighter We'd Most Like To Go On A Road Trip With

by KatGirl from Gals Guide To MMA on Mar 6, 2012 11:01 AM EST

Who would you like to take along on your summer vacation? Let us know your choice and check out who we picked!

Tap or snap: The five best (and grossest) arm breaking submissions in MMA history

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Mar 4, 2012 5:00 PM EST

Ronda Rousey's arm breaking submission of Miesha Tate at Strikeforce in Columbus, Ohio, on March 3, 2012, was awesome but it wasn't the first time we've seen limbs snap. Here's a top five list.

UFC Quick Quote: Ryan Bader was out of it after Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson slam at UFC 144

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Feb 26, 2012 9:15 AM EST

Ryan Bader says he felt "out of it" when Quinton Jackson slammed him on his head at UFC 144 in the second round of their co-main event. Bader was able to recover and win the fight via unanimous decision.

UFC 144 results: 'Rampage' Jackson faces uncertain future after loss to Ryan Bader

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Feb 26, 2012 4:00 AM EST

Once the best light heavyweight on the planet, Quinton Jackson has three of his last five. Is it time for "Rampage" to call it a day?

Ghosts of Saitama: The end of an era when PRIDE closes up shop at the Saitama Super Arena

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Feb 25, 2012 3:30 PM EST

'Ghosts of Saitama' ends with a look back at PRIDE 34. Two weeks prior, it was announced Zuffa had purchased PRIDE Fighting Championships and the promotion's next show -- aptly named Kamikazee -- would be the last under old management.

UFC 144 fight card: Previews, predictions and a complete guide to 'Edgar vs Henderson' in Japan

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Feb 25, 2012 1:00 PM EST

A comprehensive guide with links to all the major stories heading into the UFC 144: "Edgar vs. Henderson" event taking place tonight (Sat., Feb. 25, 2012) at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan.

UFC 144: Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson Vs. Ryan Bader Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Feb 25, 2012 11:00 AM EST

UFC 144: Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson Vs. Ryan Bader Dissection (preview and analysis)

UFC 144: Jake Shields Vs. Yoshihiro Akiyama Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Feb 25, 2012 8:00 AM EST

UFC 144: Jake Shields Vs. Yoshihiro Akiyama Dissection (preview and analysis)

UFC 144: The Epic Drama Of Yoshihiro Akiyama

by Fraser Coffeen from Bloody Elbow on Feb 24, 2012 9:01 AM EST

At UFC 144 Yoshihiro Akiyama faces Jake Shields. Why am I still excited about Akiyama after his 1-3 UFC run? Here I explore his epic career to answer that question.

Ghosts of Saitama: ROMANEX, Hero's and DREAM all make their debut at the Saitama Super Arena

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Feb 23, 2012 11:30 PM EST

PRIDE Fighting Championships wasn't the only mixed martial arts company to host events at the Saitama Super Arena.

UFC 144 fight card: Quinton Jackson vs Ryan Bader preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Feb 23, 2012 7:02 PM EST

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger breaks down Saturday night's UFC 144 co-main event between Quinton "Rampage" Jackson and Ryan "Darth" Bader. What is the key to victory for both men on Saturday night? Find out inside.

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