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A Win is a Win
A co-worker said the following to me in passing earlier today: "You see Brock Lesnar almost tap out last night??" I'm not sure what other recourse was available to me at that junction other than to look at him like he's an idiot. What did he expect me to say? "Oh man, I know, and then Lesnar just barely survived and then Carwin accidentally ran out of gas and then just fell up into a submission and the ref stopped the fight. What kind of bulls--t is that?" If he had simply offered a chance to discuss an interesting descrepency, I would have happily obliged. Maybe Lesnar did almost tap. Maybe not.. However, my friend signalled to me with his tone and presenta... -
Five Things I learned from UFC 116
1. Chris Leben is my hero. Seriously, I don’t know how that guy walks around with balls that big. No, I am not commending him on fighting twice in two weeks, because, come on, there are guys on TUF that fight five times in six weeks. What I am talking about is winning twice in two weeks, one by KO, one by submission, and beating two great opponents. Sexyama is no joke; the guy has the name he has because he can fight, and Leben goes out and subs the guy. Amazing. 2. I might, kind of, actually, maybe like Brock Lesnar. I know. I am a traitor to my own kind, but what can I say, the guy impressed me. I have said for two years he doesn’t have a chin. He takes a beating from Carwin in the firs... -
Rich Clementi and Lenny Nelson Fight Now Official for July 31
Earlier reports of a potential matchup between Lenny Nelson and Rich Clementi have been confirmed. USCombatSports.com has learned from “Hostile Validation” matchmaker Bill Finn that the welterweight bout will headline the Steel Fist Entertainment’s inaugural card on July 31, in Milwaukee. -
Lenny Nelson vs. Rich Clementi Discussed, Not Yet Official
Lenny “Smash” Nelson may get the chance of a lifetime later this month. USCombatSports.com has learned from multiple sources that a potential matchup between Nelson and UFC veteran Rich “No Love” Clementi is being considered to headline Steel Fist Entertainment’s “Hostile Validation”. -
Technique of the Week: Professor LeBrun shows a fake shot with a combo
MATCS and Chad Lebrun, head intructor at the Lab Mixed Martial Arts, brings another episode of technique of the week. -
Sherronn Leggett Replaces James Warfield at King of the Cage Tournament
While reasons remain unannounced, USCombatSports.com has learned that Sherron “Rob Roy” Leggett will replace James Warfield next month at the King of the Cage lightweight tournament finale against Clay French. -
Remembering 9/11, a Phone Booth, and Today
“I heard my daughter’s voice, “Daddy I love you, and I’m all right!” I broke down and cried, I cried as much for the safety of my daughter as the tragedy that was 9/11.” Dan Hernandez Boxing Writer -
Paul Bradley Agrees to Fight Sam Alvey at King of the Cage
Following the breaking news that Nick Thompson would be unable to compete against Sam Alvey at “King of the Cage: Chain Reaction” next month, USCombatSports.com has learned that Strikeforce veteran Paul Bradley has been signed as Thompson’s replacement. -
Defeat in victory: M-1's Selection Series shines under the shadow of Fedor loss
In spite of yesterday’s upset loss of their flagship fighter, Fedor Emelianenko, MMA promotion M-1 Global was able to boast one of its greatest triumphs in the form of the second round of the Selection Americas series held at the Bally’s in Atlantic City, New Jersey.














