The past year has been a rollercoaster of emotions for UFC lightweight Anthony Pettis. From the kick heard round the world to his disappointing loss against Clay Guida, "Showtime" has dropped from guaranteed title contender to the preliminary card in just months. Never once complaining about the unfortunate circumstances that delayed his shot at the 155-pound crown, Pettis finds himself in a crucial matchup on Saturday at UFC 136 against Jeremy Stephens. An immediate opportunity at redemption is on the line when the two electrifying strikers square off.

After a long break from the cage things have gotten a lot busier as of late for Eric Schafer. Following a first round submission over Chris Albandia at XFO 41 on September 3, “Red” is now set for another trip into the Ultimate Fighting Championship against Aaron Simpson on Saturday at UFC 136 in Houston. Returning to the Octagon for the eighth time the 34-year-old Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt has evolved into one of Wisconsin’s most notable and respected fighters since making his professional debut back in 1998. With his UFC career on the line the leader of The Red Army looks to make one final run in Dana White’s organization before likely focusing on his gym.

USA Pankration President Dave Sixel and his team of competitors are on their way to Serbia in order to represent the country at the FILA World Pankration Championships. Beginning on September 30 and lasting until October 2, the event is set to take place in Belgrade, Serbia, and feature the top Pankration competitors from around the world. Sixel is confident in his team’s chances. “It’s a privilege and honor to represent our country in sport and I am very confident that this team will once again be in the running to bring home the gold.”

Strikeforce and Dream Veteran Joey 'Smokin’ Villaseñor (27-9) will take on Shark Fight Vet Chuck "Rough Chuck" Parmelee (33-13-1) at Jackson's MMA Series VI. Villaseñor will make his welterweight debut in this showdown. Villaseñor has fought multiple elite fighters including Jacaré Souza, Robbie Lawler, Phil Baroni and Murilo "Ninja" Rua and is one of the founding members of the Jackson/Winkeljohn Fight Team. Villaseñor brings an exceptional MMA fight game with hard striking and skilled ground work to this fight. Parmelee is a seasoned vet fighting out of Sioux City, Iowa. Parmelee has 23 KOs to his credit and is looking to take out Villaseñor.

On Saturday October 22, 2011 Hard Rock Hotel Casino Albuquerque along with Jackson’s Gym presents the sixth installment of the Jackson’s Mixed Martial Arts Series. The main event will feature Matt Leyva (7-2) VS Federico “Kiko” Lopez (5-4) at 135lbs. Other professional bouts include Masanori Kanehara (17-10-5) VS Carlos Ortega (13-12-1) at 135lbs., Hunter Tucker (2-0) VS Freddie Crosby (Pro Debut) at 145lbs., Nick Urso (1-0) VS Freddie Lux (4-0) at 125lbs., and Rich Chavez (2-5) VS Nate Patterson (1-1) at 145lbs.