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Vladimir Matyushenko

Nickname The Janitor Birthdate 01/01/1971
Height / Weight 6'1" - 205 Place of Birth Rečyca, Byelorussian SSR, USSR

UFC 141 results: Alexander Gustafsson defeats Vladimir Matyushenko at 2:13 of round 1.

Vladimir Matyushenko is a former two-time national junior college champion. Known as "The Janitor" and getting his start in MMA in 1997 Vladimir made his UFC debut with a win over Yuki Kondo at UFC 32 and would be given a title shot, losing to long-time champion Tito Ortiz. After several more fights with the promotion he eventually became a free agent following a KO loss to Andrei Arlovski.

Matyushenkowas the only IFL light heavyweight champion, winning the title in a bout with Alex Schoenauer and defending successfully against Jamal Patterson. At UFC 103 Matyushenko returned to the UFC where he was able to rattle off three straight wins before being dominated by Jon Jones.

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UFC on Fuel TV 3 results recap: Igor Pokrajac vs Fabio Maldonado fight review and analysis

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on May 16, 2012 7:00 AM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at last night's UFC on Fuel TV 3 main card bout between light heavyweight sluggers Igor Pokrajac and Fabio Maldonado. After a terrific three round war, what helped Pokrajac sway the judges? Find out inside.

UFC On Fuel TV 3: Fabio Maldonado Vs. Igor Pokrajac Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on May 13, 2012 6:30 PM EDT

UFC On Fuel TV 3: Fabio Maldonado Vs. Igor Pokrajac Dissection (preview and analysis)

UFC on Fuel TV 3 fight card: Fabio Maldonado vs Igor Pokrajac preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on May 10, 2012 7:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at next Tuesday night's UFC on Fuel TV 3 main card bout between light heavyweights Fabio Maldonado and Igor Pokrajac. What's the best path to victory for both men? Find out inside.

USA TODAY/MMA NATION April 2012 Consensus Rankings: Light Heavyweight

by Richard Wade from Bloody Elbow on Apr 26, 2012 6:00 PM EDT

After an impressive showing against #3 Rashad Evans, #1 Jon Jones will set his sights on #2 Dan Henderson.

History in the Making: Johny Hendricks parlays national wrestling championships into Octagon knockouts

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Apr 22, 2012 11:30 PM EDT

Johny Hendricks spent his youth wrestling in Oklahoma. Now, as an adult, he travels the world with the UFC knocking people out.

UFC 145: With a win against Rashad Evans, Jon Jones becomes the greatest light heavyweight of all time

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Apr 21, 2012 6:15 PM EDT

Three consecutive fights against three men once ranked as the best light heavyweight in the world. Should Jon Jones beat Rashad Evans at UFC 145, he will make it four.

UFC 145: Jon Jones Vs. Rashad Evans Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Apr 21, 2012 12:07 PM EDT

UFC 145: Jon Jones Vs. Rashad Evans Dissection (preview and analysis)

UFC 145 fight card: Jon Jones vs Rashad Evans main event preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 21, 2012 5:00 AM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger breaks down Saturday night's UFC 145 main event between UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones and former champion Rashad Evans. What's the best path to victory for both men? Find out inside.

UFC 145 Judo Chop: How Much Of Jon Jones' MMA Take Downs Are Greco And How Much Are Judo?

by Bloody Elbow from Bloody Elbow on Apr 19, 2012 12:00 PM EDT

A wrestling coach and a judoka look at the take downs of UFC champ Jon Jones before his bout with Rashad Evans at UFC 135.

UFC 145 Judo Chop: The Techniques Of Jon Jones And Rashad Evans

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on Apr 17, 2012 11:15 AM EDT

Heading into UFC 145 we look at the techniques of Jon Jones and Rashad Evans in this Judo Chop retrospective.

UFC on FUEL TV 2: Comparing Alexander Gustafsson to Jon Jones isn't that crazy

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Apr 15, 2012 10:00 AM EDT

During Alexander Gustafsson's bout against Thiago Silva, many comparisons to light heavyweight champion Jon Jones were made. Were they apt?

UFC on Fuel TV 2 results recap: Alexander Gustafsson vs Thiago Silva fight review and analysis

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 15, 2012 9:00 AM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemmigner breaks down last night's UFC on Fuel TV 2 main event between Alexander Gustafsson and Thiago Silva. What was the key difference which allowed one striking style to prevail? Find out inside.

UFC On Fuel 2 Results: Is Alexander Gustafsson Really Ready For A Title Shot, Really?

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on Apr 14, 2012 8:00 PM EDT

Alexander Gustafsson is being considered for a title shot in the UFC. He's not ready.

UFC on Fuel TV 2 fight card: Alexander Gustafsson vs Thiago Silva preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 14, 2012 6:00 AM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at the UFC on Fuel TV 2 main event between Alexander Gustafsson and Thiago Silva. What's the best path to victory for both men? Find out inside.

UFC On Fuel TV 2 Odds Breakdown: Alexander Gustafsson Over Antonio Silva

by OddsShark from SBNation.com on Apr 13, 2012 1:14 PM EDT

UFC action returns with a bang Saturday with Swede Alexander Gustafsson headlining UFC on Fuel TV 2 in his home country against Brazilian Antonio Silva. He is favored to continue his climb up the light heavyweight title ladder.

UFC on FUEL TV 2 predictions, preview and analysis

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 13, 2012 1:00 PM EDT

You know who's fighting at UFC on FUEL TV 2 on April 14 in Sweden. But do you know who's going to win? Nostradumbass does. Come with me if you want to live.

History in the Making: Past and future collided when Alexander Gustafsson met Vladimir Matyushenko at UFC 141

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Apr 13, 2012 1:30 AM EDT

73 events and eight years separated Alexander Gustafsson and Vladimir Matyushenko's UFC debuts. At UFC 141, the past and the future collided inside the Octagon.

Crunching Numbers: Why Positional Control Is Key to Understanding Gustafsson vs. Silva

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on Apr 8, 2012 12:33 PM EDT

When it comes to positional control, Thiago Silva has had problems. Can Alexander Gustafsson take advantage of them at UFC on FUEL TV 2?

USA TODAY/MMA NATION March 2012 Consensus Rankings: Light Heavyweight

by Richard Wade from Bloody Elbow on Mar 29, 2012 6:00 PM EDT

Despite inactivity at the top of the division, our panelists have seen fit to move Dan Henderson ahead of #1 contender Rashad Evans.

Bellator 62 Judo Chop: Brent Weedman Uses The Rare Von Flue Choke On J.J. Ambrose

by Ben Thapa from Bloody Elbow on Mar 26, 2012 2:00 PM EDT

A look at the MMA unicorn that is the Von Flue choke that appeared at Bellator 62 with the awesome Judo Chop style GIFs and analysis.

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