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Houston Alexander

Nickname The Assassin Birthdate 3/22/1972
Height / Weight 6'0" - 205lbs Place of Birth East St. Louis, Illinois, United States

Houston Alexander is a professional mixed martial arts fighter widely known for for his quick knockout performances. Alexander burst onto the MMA scene in 2007 with his 48 second knockout of Keith Jardine at UFC 71. He won 'knockout of the night' in his next fight against Alessio Sakara four months later at UFC 75.

Alexander's notable opponents include James Irvin, Thiago Silva, Kimbo Slice and Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou.

Last Fight

MMA Fight Pit: Genesis

Aug 13, 2011 9:00 PM EDT
Houston Alexander vs Razak Al-Hassan

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UFC on Fuel 9: Mousasi vs. Latifi - Final pre-show thoughts

by Brent Brookhouse from Bloody Elbow on Apr 6, 2013 9:00 AM EDT

Some last thoughts on the UFC on Fuel TV 9 card headlined by Gegard Mousasi vs. Ilir Latifi.

Morning Report: Nick Diaz camp confirms negative UFC 158 drug test, requests further information from commission

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Apr 5, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

Six of the 24 fighters who competed at UFC 158 were drug tested. Nick Diaz was one of those fighters, and now his camp is requesting further information from the Quebec athletic commission.

Morning Report: Josh Barnett explains failed Zuffa deal; Dan Henderson claims Anderson Silva 'manipulates the UFC'

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Feb 19, 2013 8:00 AM EST

Josh Barnett reveals why Eddie Alvarez played a part in his rejection of the UFC's contract offer and Dan Henderson claims Anderson Silva "manipulates the UFC" for favorable opposition on today's edition of the Morning Report.

Keith Jardine says he is 'semi-retired' from MMA, looks to get healthy after being a ‘walking zombie’

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Jan 30, 2013 8:30 PM EST

After losing seven of his last 10 mixed martial arts (MMA) fights, Keith Jardine says he is not quite ready to hang up his gloves for good, he just needs to get his health back on track before giving it another try inside the cage.

Resurrection Fighting Alliance 4: Preview, analysis, match-up Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Nov 1, 2012 4:00 PM EDT

A rundown of Friday's RFA 4 card that features Griffin vs. Escudero and Chidi Njokuani, Sergio Pettis and Marcio "Pe de Pano" Cruz.

Spike TV counter-programs Ultimate Fighter 16 with Roy Nelson TUF marathon on Sept. 14

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Sep 5, 2012 3:03 PM EDT

Spike TV and Roy Nelson vs. FX Channel and ... Roy Nelson.

KSW 20 fight video preview for Sept. 15 with Mariusz Pudzianowski, Houston Alexander and Jerome Le Banner

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Aug 13, 2012 2:23 PM EDT

KSW 20 is bringing back some familiar faces for its Sept. 15 MMA event in Poland. Check out the full fight video preview right here.

UFC on Fuel TV 4 fight card: James Te Huna vs Joey Beltran preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jul 10, 2012 8:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a look at the upcoming UFC on Fuel TV 4 co-main event between light heavyweight sluggers James Te-Huna and Joey Beltran. What's the best path to victory for both men? Find out inside.

UFC on FUEL TV 2: The future of the UFC was on display in Sweden

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Apr 15, 2012 2:00 AM EDT

The UFC is constantly evolving. Old stars retire, new stars take their place. At UFC on FUEL TV 2, fans saw several of those new stars shine.

UFC on FUEL TV 2 fight card: Preview, predictions and a complete guide to 'Gustafsson vs Silva' in Sweden

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Apr 14, 2012 11:00 AM EDT

A comprehensive guide with all the information you need to know about the UFC on FUEL TV 2: "Gustafsson vs. Silva" event going down today (April 14, 2012) in Sweden.

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 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: Thiago Silva makes quick work of Houston Alexander and Keith Jardine

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Apr 7, 2012 10:00 PM EDT

Thiago Silva makes his return to the Octagon next weekend in Sweden. We'll take a look back at two of his most brutal displays of violence, victories of Houston Alexander and Keith Jardine.

Morning Report: Brock Lesnar Hits the Rumor Mill, Canadian Politicians Punch Each Other in the Face

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Apr 2, 2012 8:00 AM EDT

Brock Lesnar hits the rumor mill, Canadian politicians punch each other in the face, and MMA has another throwback weekend in today's edition of the Morning Report.

Video: Maurice Smith Gets KO Win At Age 50, Complete RFA 2 Results

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on Apr 1, 2012 8:00 AM EDT

Former UFC champion Maurice Smith put a cherry on top of his MMA career with a KO win at age 50.

Veterans Gilbert Yvel, Maurice Smith Score Big KOs at RFA 2

by Ariel Helwani from MMA Fighting on Mar 31, 2012 10:30 AM EDT

MMA veteran Gilbert Yvel improved to 2-0 as a light heavyweight on Friday, as "The Hurrican" knocked out Houston Alexander in the first round of their Resurrection Fighting Alliance 2 main event in Nebraska.

Resurrection Fighting Alliance 2 Live Discussion

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Mar 30, 2012 7:58 PM EDT

Join us at Bloody Elbow tonight for live discussion of Resurrection Fighting Alliance 2, featuring a main event of Gilbert Yvel vs. Houston Alexander.

Resurrection Fighting Alliance 2 results and LIVE fight coverage for 'Yvel vs. Alexander' TONIGHT (March 30)

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Mar 30, 2012 7:00 PM EDT

MMAmania.com LIVE fight coverage and results for Resurrection Fighting Alliance (RFA) 2 for 'Yvel vs. Alexander' for Friday night (March 30, 2012).

RFA 2: Houston Alexander vs Gilbert Yvel and Dakota Cochrane vs Cliff Wright set for March 30

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Mar 29, 2012 11:18 AM EDT

Get ready to see some familiar faces as Resurrection Fighting Alliance (RFA) kicks off its second event on Friday night from the Viaero Event Center in Kearney, Nebraska.

Twitter Mailbag: Talking Rampage Jackson's UFC Beef, Gary Goodridge, and More

by Ben Fowlkes from MMA Fighting on Mar 16, 2012 12:07 PM EDT

Twitter mailbag questions on "Rampage" Jackson, Gary Goodridge and more. All the questions Twitter sees fit to post.
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