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MMA Fighter Jon "Bones" Jones Brutally Breaks His Toe [FBHW]

Steven Bohner — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:21:47 +0000

Jon “Bones” Jones took home the UFC light heavyweight belt this weekend after defeating Chael Sonnen. Jones didn’t leave the octagon unscathed though, his big toe was flipped upside down. Yes, completely upside down. Jones didn’t even notice the injury until he was being interviewed after the fight. In an interview with FoxSports.com, Jones said [...]

West Michigan Girl Breaks Nose In MMA Fight [VIDEO]

Shaffee — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 21:20:28 +0000

18-year-old Danielle Fuller of Newaygo, Michigan is busy working a full-time job and planning on attending college, but on December 29th, 2012, she stepped into the cage for an amateur mixed martial arts fight in front of hundreds of spectators at Leighton Hall in White Cloud, MI. She told me that she had never been in any type of fight before, not even on the playground or street, let alone a cage.

Virginia Grandmother Wants To MMA Cage Fight [FBHW]

Steven Bohner — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 18:30:31 +0000

Khandace Cossitt of Virginia is not your ordinary grandmother, not by any means. She is a 56-year-old granny that wants to fight in a MMA cage match. The 6 foot 5 inch tall woman is a self described "man-decker." Khandace weighs in at over 200 pounds and is eager to get into the ring. No one wants to take on this feisty grandma as of yet, but she is ready to brawl!

Former WWE Champion To Make MMA Debut

Shaffee — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 15:40:58 +0000

Dave Batista has announced that he will be making his MMA debut for CES MMA on October 6th against Rashid Evans at the Dunkin Donuts Theatre in Providence, Rhode Island. Rashid Evans has a pro MMA record of 3-1 and is not to be confused with former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, Rashad Evans. While in [...]

MMA Promotion Searches For New Fans. With Dirt Bike Backflips.

kyle — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 01:04:48 +0000

Local mixed martial arts promotions are popping up everywhere as the sport grows in popularity. With that edict, these small time campaigns need fresh ideas on the table to bring new fans in and attract a loyal audience. This is where “Backflips and Beatdowns” takes the cake. Not only are your awesome senses tingling because [...]

UFC Works Further Into the Mainstream with…Budweiser Ad?

kyle — Tue, 22 May 2012 02:53:00 +0000

We talk a lot here about how mixed martial arts and the UFC have slowly worked its way into the American mainstream and public acceptance over the course of the past few years. Network television deals have been coupled with more state legislatures agreeing to allow the sport to take place in its arenas. There is nothing more American than a commercial though. Not just any commercial, one for The King of Beers, Budweiser.

The Best Walkouts by Any MMA Fighter…EVER!

kyle — Wed, 16 May 2012 02:01:57 +0000

With what some may call overexposure of MMA in recent memory with FOX, FX, Fuel TV and Spike all in on the trend, some of the fighters have to go that extra mile to set themselves apart from the pack to become a star. What better time to do that than the long walk from backstage at the event to the octagon to fistfight? For that matter, why not your walkout to the standard weigh-in?

Buy Your Own Authentic MMA Championship Belt!

kyle — Wed, 16 May 2012 01:46:08 +0000

Whether it is wrestling, boxing or mixed martial arts, the championship belts are always a spectacle. Sometimes they are hideous, sometimes they are pretty darn cool to look at. Well, if you have ever wanted the chance to own your very own authentic belt and not want to have to go through the work of being beaten to a pulp to get it, it is your lucky time!

53-year-old (Yes, You Read That Right) Demolishes 21-year-old fighter

kyle — Mon, 07 May 2012 23:39:45 +0000

You can turn around just about anywhere and see a local mixed martial arts promotion trying to stage events in seemingly every nook and cranny in the country nowadays. The UFC has brought the sport into the mainstream and these organizations are trying to capitalize on its growing popularity. With that popularity comes unexpected match ups and even more unexpected knockouts. Something like a 53-year-old man on one hour's notice facing off against a trained 21-year-old?

Oddest Display To Win Judge's Scorecards…Ever?

kyle — Mon, 07 May 2012 23:24:56 +0000

Sometimes in mixed martial arts, you see a lot of weird stuff after the final bell rings. Sometimes there will be extra trash talk, a few extra punches or both fighters claiming victory. It usually involves an extra show of display exuding confidence, sometimes arrogance, but always proclaiming victory. But what about….a tumbling competition? Sometimes, [...]

Kindest Knockout in MMA History

kyle — Wed, 02 May 2012 20:44:50 +0000

Mixed martial arts is known for its brutal knockouts and vicious finishes. Most of the time, they end with one fighter punching or kicking or choking his opponent until the referee has to physically remove him from his unconscious opponent. Except for one fighter. UFC fighter Brian Stann is a rising star in the middleweight [...]

8 Reasons Every Guy Should Love MMA

kyle — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 01:08:09 +0000

There is no questioning what makes people love watching mixed martial arts. Athleticism, fist fighting, ring girls and the idea of two men entering and one leaving the victor are all reasons to tune in. Oh, and ring girls. Like all sports, though, it is the little things that keep people coming back for more. [...]

Ranking The Next Three Months In UFC Pay-Per-View Events

kyle — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 23:44:48 +0000

With a deal inked last year, the UFC and the FOX network have been saturating the market with mixed martial arts events. Not all of them are worth your time. One thing holds certain though, and it is that UFC matchmaker Joe Silva typically always delivers the goods when it comes to their pay per view events.

UFC's best moments: Part II

kyle — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 23:01:49 +0000

For many years, mixed martial arts was banned in most states and looked down upon in states it was allowed. That took a quick turn when Dana White re-organized the entire sport and banning such barbaric maneuvers as groin kicks, biting, etc. Still, such a sport had a difficult time grabbing a share of the spotlight in the United States. That was until Spike TV began airing The Ultimate Fighter

UFC mega fights lined up for 2012

kyle — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 16:25:07 +0000

This layoff from the usually consistent barrage of pay-per-view UFC events has us here at WGRD looking to the future for what is to come in 2012. As it turns out, the wait for the next month may just be worth it for the year that is in store.Already set for this year were title [...]

UFC 144 in review

kyle — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 01:38:07 +0000

There is just something about the image of two grown men beating the living hell out of each other that is exciting to watch.

We may all need some help with the withdrawal symptoms after the last UFC pay-per-view event for nearly two months this last weekend. WGRD will be keeping you up to date with MMA and UFC news as well as lists and discussion about other events going on during that hiatus. To kick it off, let us have a quick review of UFC 144 in Japan, shall we?

The UFC's Brittney Palmer Hits The Pages of Playboy [Picture]

Andy Green — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:13:28 +0000

Other than watching modern day gladiators destroying the faces of their opponents, there are plenty of other reasons to appreciate the wonderful organization that is the UFC. Right off hand Brittney Palmer comes to mind. This chick is SMOKIN’ hot and on the cover of this month’s Playboy. We would gladly fight anyone for her… [...]