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Michael Johnson is UFC on FUEL TV 9's 'Fighter To Watch' in Sweden

by George Halvatzis Jr. from MMAmania.com on Apr 6, 2013 10:00 AM EDT

Michael Johnson, who once looked like a rising lightweight star, needs to deliver a great performance against Reza Madadi at UFC on Fuel TV 9 this afternoon (April 6, 2013) in Stockholm, Sweden, if he intends to be considered relevant again.

Frankie Edgar vs. Charles Oliveira, Cub Swanson vs. Dennis Siver set for UFC 162

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Mar 28, 2013 8:08 PM EDT

After fighting in seven straight title bouts, Frankie Edgar is back to climbing the ladder for the first time since 2009.

For many young fighters, retirement calls early

by Mike Chiappetta from MMA Fighting on Mar 10, 2013 10:00 AM EDT

You've heard the story about the fighters who fall in love with MMA a million times. This is the story of their break-up with the sport that didn't quite love them back.

UFC on FUEL TV 7 predictions, preview and analysis

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Feb 15, 2013 1:00 PM EST

MMAmania.com resident psychic Nostradumbass breaks down the main card fights for UFC on FUEL TV 7: "Barao vs. McDonald," which goes down this Saturday afternoon (Feb. 16, 2013) on the cable television network. Come and see!

Winner's circle: What victory means for UFC on FUEL TV 7's featured fighters

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Feb 14, 2013 10:00 PM EST

What does victory at UFC on FUEL TV 7: "Barao vs. McDonald" this Saturday afternoon (Feb. 16, 2013) mean for Renan Barao, Michael McDonald, Cub Swanson and Dustin Poirier? Find out what's on the line for each at Wembley Arena in London, England.

UFC on FUEL TV 7: Four burning questions going into 'Barao vs McDonald' in London

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Feb 14, 2013 12:00 AM EST

The MMA community is a curious bunch, and every time a major event comes around fans begin to talk. There's several storylines going into UFC on FUEL TV 7 this Saturday (Feb. 16, 2013), but here are 4 burning questions to consider before fight night.

MMA Roundtable: Women's MMA, Velasquez-Silva 2, Olympic wrestling, and more

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Feb 13, 2013 2:30 PM EST

A look at all the week's hot topics, from the Cain Velasquez-Antonio Silva rematch to the latest in the UFC women's bantamweight division.

Ultimate Submissions: Classifying the guillotine, d'arce and anaconda chokes

by Andrew Richardson from MMAmania.com on Feb 12, 2013 6:00 PM EST

Resident fight analyst Andrew Richardson takes a crack at "Ultimate Submissions," classifying the guillotine, d'arce and anaconda chokes as we head into another busy weekend of mixed martial arts (MMA) action.

SB Nation featherweight rankings: Logjam under Jose Aldo

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Feb 10, 2013 9:00 AM EST

Jose Aldo's obviously No. 1. But how does the rest of the top five shake out?

UFC 156: Jose Aldo vs. Frankie Edgar Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Feb 2, 2013 12:23 PM EST

Dallas Winston breaks down the scintillating featherweight clash in the UFC 156 main event between 145-pound champ Jose Aldo and featherweight newcomer Frankie Edgar.

Put a stamp on it: UFC on Fox 6 featherweight Erik Koch interview exclusive with MMAmania.com

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jan 25, 2013 9:00 PM EST

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger speaks with top UFC on Fox 6 featherweight contender Erik Koch about makings ends meet while being injured for over a year, his growth as a fighter and why he wants Jose Aldo to defeat Frankie Edgar. Check it out inside

UFC on FOX 6 predictions, preview and analysis

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Jan 25, 2013 1:00 PM EST

Join MMAmania.com resident psychic Nostradumbass for a complete preview and analysis of the UFC on FOX 6 main card fights, which kick off the "Johnson vs. Dodson" mixed martial arts (MMA) event tomorrow night at 8 p.m. ET in Chicago.

UFC on Fox 6: Erik Koch vs. Ricardo Lamas Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Jan 25, 2013 9:00 AM EST

Dallas Winston takes a detailed glance at the featherweight tilt pitting Erik Koch vs. Ricardo Lamas that will open the UFC on Fox 6 main card.

Morning Report: Chael Sonnen says Vitor Belfort's camp declined fight after recent callout

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Jan 24, 2013 8:00 AM EST

Remember when Vitor Belfort semi-exploded on the mic and called out both Jon Jones and Chael Sonnen? Well, according to Sonnen, Belfort's "people" reached out to him, and it turns out Belfort doesn't want to fight after all.

UFC on Fox 6 fight card: Ricardo Lamas vs Erik Koch preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jan 21, 2013 8:00 PM EST

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger breaks down this Saturday night's important featherweight bout between top contenders Erik Koch and Ricardo Lamas. What's the key to victory for both men? Find out inside.

Dustin Poirier vs. Cub Swanson booked for UFC on FUEL TV 7 after Dennis Siver withdraws from London event

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Jan 17, 2013 2:50 PM EST

Dennis Siver has withdrawn from UFC on FUEL TV 7 next month in London and fellow featherweight Dustin Poirier has agreed to take his place at the Wembley Arena opposite Cub Swanson. Bangfest!

Dennis Siver out, Dustin Poirier in against Cub Swanson at UFC on FUEL 7

by Mike Chiappetta from MMA Fighting on Jan 17, 2013 1:00 PM EST

With Dennis Siver out of UFC on FUEL 8, he's been replaced by Dustin Poirier, setting up a matchup of two explosive featherweights.

Morning Report: Bellator playing a dangerous public game by suing Eddie Alvarez

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

Remember the drama with Tyson Nam, Jonathan Brookins and Roger Hollett? Of course you do. And fighters do too. It's why Bellator is playing a dangerous game by suing its former darling Eddie Alvarez.

Jonathan Brookins headed to India, unsure if he will fight again

by Brent Brookhouse from Bloody Elbow on Dec 21, 2012 10:00 AM EST

Ultimate Fighter Season 12 winner Jonathan Brookins has said that he will be moving to India and it may lead to him never fighting in the UFC again.

Morning Report: Jonathan Brookins lost faith in fighting, taking leave of absence for spiritual quest to India

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Dec 21, 2012 8:00 AM EST

TUF 12 winner Jonathan Brookins is taking an indefinite leave of absence from mixed martial arts in order to pursue a spiritual journey to India. And it's all because of an inadvertent "gift" given to him by Dustin Poirier.

Nickname --	Birthdate 8/13/1985
Height / Weight 6'0" - 155lbs	Place of Birth Portland, Oregon, United States

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