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UFC 160: 'New blood' T.J. Grant out for 'violent’ performance against Gray Maynard

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on May 22, 2013 10:30 PM EDT

After spending years buried on UFC under cards, TJ Grant is eager to make the most of his pay-per-view (PPV) main card debut against Gray Maynard this weekend (May 25, 2013) at UFC 160, injecting "new blood" into Lightweight title contender picture.

Nogueira brothers stopped Anderson Silva from retiring before 'The Spider' signed with UFC

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on May 15, 2013 5:01 PM EDT

Anderson Silva wanted to retire before signing with UFC because his "dream was lost." Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira wasn't having any of that, and helped "The Spider" find his love for MMA again, leading to an unmatched career inside the Octagon.

Morning Report: Michael Bisping says a win by Alan Belcher over him would be 'the biggest win in his pathetic career'

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on Apr 23, 2013 8:23 AM EDT

Ahead of their middleweight clash at UFC 159 on Saturday, Michael Bisping had some very harsh words for opponent Alan Belcher.

Remembering Anderson Silva VS Ryo Chonan

by Matthew Kaplowitz from Bloody Elbow on Apr 22, 2013 10:00 AM EDT

One of the most well-known submissions by MMA fans, Anderson Silva's loss to Ryo Chonan in Pride FC was a huge fight for both men. What led up to this match and why was it so critical at the time?

Ryo Chonan responds to Chan Sung Jung's open letter

by Zane Simon from Bloody Elbow on Apr 3, 2013 3:55 PM EDT

Ryo Chonan has harsh words for detractors of the 'Rising Sun'.

Ryo Chonan slams the 'idiots' fussing over Georges St. Pierre's offensive 'Rising Sun' flag walkout gi

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 2, 2013 4:15 PM EDT

The "Korean Zombie" is just one of many "idiots" attacked by Japanese "Piranha" Ryo Chonan, who doesn't understand why everyone has their panties in a bunch over Georges St. Pierre's walkout gi adorned with the Rising Sun flag.

Akihiro Gono junks retirement, joins stacked DEEP 62 fight card on April 26 in Tokyo

by James Goyder from MMAmania.com on Mar 15, 2013 1:46 PM EDT

DEEP 62 will be one of the most stacked fight cards in the recent history of the Japanese promotion with three title fights and the return of Akihiro Gono, who officially retired from MMA after losing to Bellator's Michael Chandler last May.

Road FC 11 To Feature Joachim Hansen, Sokodjou, Two Title Fights and New Bantamweight Grand Prix

by James Goyder from MMAmania.com on Mar 7, 2013 5:00 PM EST

Road FC is beefing up its April 13 fight card in Seoul, adding well-traveled veterans like Joachim Hansen, Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou and Ikuhisa Minowa.

World Series of Fighting signs anomalous Brazilian middleweight Paulo Filho

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Jan 4, 2013 3:00 PM EST

The World Series of Fighting promotion has acquired former WEC middleweight champion Paulo Filho -- does the risk outweigh the reward?

Asian MMA Awards: Who was tops in 2012?

by James Goyder from MMAmania.com on Dec 31, 2012 8:00 PM EST

Asian mixed martial arts (MMA) correspondent James Goyder looks back at a banner year for combat sports around the globe with a "Best of" list in several different categories.

Video: Filipino Prospect Roldan Sangcha'an Knocks Out Unbeaten Aslan Toktarbaev With a Head Kick in Kazakhstan

by James Goyder from MMAmania.com on Dec 23, 2012 1:27 PM EST

Beautiful head kick knockouts never get old. So enjoy this one from Filipino prospect Roldan Sangcha'an, who planted the previously unbeaten Aslan Toktarbaev.

The man to beat: Phil Baroni looking to finish 2012 strong with New Year's Eve win over Hayato Sakurai

by James Goyder from MMAmania.com on Dec 1, 2012 11:30 AM EST

MMAmania.com recently caught up with Phil Baroni, who will collide with Hayato Sakurai at the GLORY 4 / DREAM 18 New Year's Eve card at the end of 2012. "New York Badass" talks about his recent success in ONE FC, training, girls and more. Haha ...

DREAM 18 - GLORY 4 NYE Card: Phil Baroni vs. Hayato Sakurai, 16-man HW tourney set

by Anton Tabuena from Bloody Elbow on Nov 26, 2012 12:25 AM EST

Several bouts have been added to the co-promoted DREAM and GLORY NYE show including an MMA bout between Phil Baroni and Hayato Sakurai, along with a stacked 16-man heavyweight tourney featuring some of the best kickboxers today.

UFC 153: Anderson Silva vs. Stephan Bonnar Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Oct 13, 2012 1:02 PM EDT

In what seems like a pre-determined and lopsided affair, the epic Anderson Silva goes up to 205-pounds against Stephan Bonnar in Brazil tonight.

UFC 153 fight card: Anderson Silva vs Stephan Bonnar preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Oct 12, 2012 6:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at tomorrow night's UFC 153 main event between Anderson Silva and Stephan Bonnar. What's the key to victory for both men? Find out inside

Spider camp: The only opponent that makes sense for Anderson Silva is Georges St. Pierre

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Jul 26, 2012 4:00 PM EDT

Jorge Guimaraes, manager to UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva, says despite all the recent callouts Silva has received, a showdown with UFC's 170-pound champion, Georges St. Pierre, is the fight that makes sense for his client at the moment.

UFC 148: Anderson Silva Vs. Chael Sonnen Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Jul 7, 2012 11:00 AM EDT

UFC 148: Anderson Silva Vs. Chael Sonnen Dissection (preview and analysis)

UFC 148 fight card: Anderson Silva vs Chael Sonnen 2 preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jul 6, 2012 6:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a look at tomorrow night's UFC 148 main event between champion Anderson Silva and challenger Chael Sonnen. What's the best path to victory for both men? Find out inside.

Legacy of a Legend: Anderson Silva debuts in the UFC with a 49 second knockout over Chris Leben

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Jul 4, 2012 12:00 AM EDT

Six years ago, Anderson Silva debuted in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. The sport has never been the same since.

Kendall Grove vs Derek Brunson booked for ShoFIGHT 20 with Terry Martin unlicensed

by Press Release from MMAmania.com on Jun 13, 2012 6:30 PM EDT

Ultimate Fighter winner Kendall "Da Spyder" Grove (14-10) battles new opponent in undefeated Strikeforce fighter Derek Brunson (9-0) after Terry Martin, Grove's original opponent, was pulled from the event due to licensing issues.

Nickname Piranha	Birthdate 10/8/1976
Height / Weight 5'9" - 170lbs	Place of Birth Japan

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