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Murilo Rua

Nickname Ninja Birthdate 5/22/1980
Height / Weight 5'11" - 185lbs Place of Birth Curitiba, Brazil

Last Fight

BAMMA 6: Kong vs. Ninja

May 21, 2011 2:53 PM EDT
Tom Watson vs Murilo Rua

Murilo Rua Coverage

Morning Report: The Hunt for Hector Lombard's Dance Partner

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Apr 26, 2012 8:00 AM EDT

The hunt for Hector Lombard's dance partner, Ben Rothwell and Chad Griggs smash average Joes, and Chuck Liddell talks coming out of retirement on today's edition of the Morning Report.

Ghosts of Saitama: The Japanese New Year's Eve war starts with three blockbuster shows

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Feb 22, 2012 11:45 PM EST

"Ghosts of Saitama" continues with a look back at the first Shockwave event on New Year's Eve 2003. The Saitama Super Arena would play a major part in the tradition to this very day.

UFC 144: Riki Fukuda Vs. Steve Cantwell Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Feb 22, 2012 11:00 AM EST

UFC 144: Riki Fukuda Vs. Steve Cantwell Dissection (preview and analysis)

Ghosts of Saitama: In 2004, the world's greatest heavyweights descended upon Saitama Super Arena

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Feb 19, 2012 5:01 PM EST

The Saitama Super Arena is considered hallowed ground in the mixed martial arts world. Before UFC 144 goes down inside the building, we'll take a look at some of the greatest events held in the arena.

Strikeforce 'Rockhold vs Jardine' fight card: Robbie Lawler vs Adlan Amagov preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jan 5, 2012 8:30 PM EST

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger breaks down Saturday night's Strikeforce co-main event between Robbie Lawler and Adlan Amagov. What does each talented striker need to do to score a victory? Find out inside.

Rafael Cordiero: 'Shogun' Rua needs to train harder if he wants to get back to the top

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Nov 22, 2011 5:30 PM EST

Rafael Cordiero, has been speaking about Mauricio Rua's performance this past weekend (Nov. 19) at UFC 139: "Shogun vs. Henderson" event in San Jose, California. Cordiero feels Shogun needs to train a little bit harder if he wants to get back to the top.

Brother's keeper: Shogun Rua looks to avenge his brother Murilo's loss to Dan Henderson at UFC 139

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Nov 17, 2011 6:30 PM EST

Throughout his career, Mauricio Rua, who is 29 years of age, has made it a habit to avenge his older brother, Murilo Rua's previous losses, which is two years his elder. This weekend at UFC 139: "Shogun vs. Henderson, "Shogun" has a chance to do it yet again.

UFC Undisputed 3 roster: Pride FC fighters

by Thomas Myers from MMAmania.com on Nov 1, 2011 11:00 PM EDT

Check out the complete roster of Pride FC fighters for the upcoming release of THQ's UFC Undisputed 3, which is scheduled for Jan. 2012.

BAMMA 7: Wallhead vs. Trigg Preview

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Sep 8, 2011 5:00 PM EDT

BAMMA 7: Wallhead vs. Trigg Full Card Preview

History in the Making: Sergei Kharitonov makes a name for himself in the 2004 Pride grand prix

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Sep 1, 2011 2:17 PM EDT

In 2011 Sergei Kharitonov is a well-respected veteran of the sport. But seven years ago, he was relatively unknown and was one win away from the finals of the Pride grand prix. We'll take a look at those fights before he faces off against Josh Barnett at next week's Strikeforce.

Paving the Way For Anderson - Wanderlei Silva's Vale Tudo Career

by Matthew Roth from Bloody Elbow on Aug 26, 2011 10:00 AM EDT

Part 4 of the 5 part series about the Brazilian fighters who paved the way for Anderson Silva. Take a look at the Vale Tudo career of Wanderlei Silva.

Strikeforce Fedor vs. Henderson: Fedor Emelianenko Tears Through the Pride Heavyweight Grand Prix 2004

by Matthew Roth from Bloody Elbow on Jul 29, 2011 12:00 PM EDT

This weekend Fedor Emelianenko fights Dan Henderson in a clash between two all time greats. Take a look at the tournament that put Fedor on the MMA map.

Strikeforce 'Fedor vs Henderson' fight card: Robbie Lawler vs Tim Kennedy preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jul 27, 2011 12:57 PM EDT

Strikeforce 'Fedor vs Henderson' fight card: Robbie Lawler vs Tim Kennedy preview

Strikeforce Fedor vs. Henderson: Robbie Lawler Could Have Been Great

by Matthew Roth from Bloody Elbow on Jul 27, 2011 12:00 PM EDT

Robbie Lawler was once considered to be the next great Welterweight. What went wrong that he's now just another name at Middleweight?

Rampage Jackson's Worst Fights, A Top Five List

by Nate Wilcox from SBNation.com on May 28, 2011 1:13 PM EDT

As a preview for UFC 130 we review Quinton "Rampage" Jackson's five worst moments in MMA competition.

Bad Boy Presents Bloody Elbow Radio: Tim Boetsch, UFC 130 Prelims, Rashad Evans/Jon Jones

by Matt Bishop from Bloody Elbow on May 25, 2011 11:00 AM EDT

Bloody Elbow Radio was live Tuesday to talk the latest in MMA. We were joined by UFC 130's Tim Boetsch.

Classic K-1 Fights: Murilo Rua vs. Dan Henderson Pride 17

by James Dalgarno from Head Kick Legend on May 25, 2011 9:01 AM EDT

In honor of Murilo Rua retiring, we reflect on one of his greatest fights. Pride 17 when Ninja Rua takes on Dan Henderson.

Murilo 'Ninja' Rua Retires Following TKO Loss to Tom Watson at BAMMA 6

by Anton Tabuena from Bloody Elbow on May 21, 2011 11:40 PM EDT

Murilo 'Ninja' Rua has decided to call it quits after 32 professional fights.

BAMMA 6 Results: Kong Dissects Ninja in 3

by KJ Gould from Bloody Elbow on May 21, 2011 7:00 PM EDT

The latest Chute Boxe veteran falls as Pride FC star Murilo 'Ninja' Rua falls to Britain's Tom "Kong" Watson. Read the main card results for BAMMA 6 at Bloody Elbow.

BAMMA 6: Tom Watson and 'Ninja' Rua ready to put on a show in tonight's main event

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on May 21, 2011 9:14 AM EDT

BAMMA 6: Main event fighters Tom Watson and 'Ninja' Rua ready to put on a show

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