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    Maggie Hendricks

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    • Light heavy is where it's at

      As an NFL fan, I love the parity that exists between the teams. Of course, there are teams on the high end and the sad, sorry low-end, but for the most part, any team can truly win the Super Bowl. It's much better than in Major League Baseball, where fans in Pittsburgh and Kansas City have given up hope on a World Series win.

      That parity is what makes the light-heavyweight division in the UFC so much fun. The belt has changed hands twice in 2008, and both title fights have been exciting to watch. There are so many legitimate contenders that it gives fans like us plenty to discuss. Sure, Rampage Jackson deserves a chance to get his belt back against Rashad Evans, but what about the winner of Dan Henderson and Rich Franklin's upcoming bout? And who should Forrest Griffin face next? Is Wanderlei Silva going to retire? Where does superstar, and former champion, Chuck Liddell fit in? Or Lyoto Machida? Not to mention the numerous up-and-comers who want a shot at a title, like Mark Munoz and

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    • What the world is saying about UFC 92

      UFC 92 had two more PRIDE superheroes get vanquished.

      Though Frank Mir and Rashad Evans walked away with belts, Rampage Jackson pocketed the most cash from Saturday's event.

      As always, Compustrike gives an interesting, mathemetician's view of the fights.

      If Rashad Evans and Rampage Jackson meet for the title, it will be the first time two African-Americans meet in the Octagon for a championship.

      Rashad Evans has grown and matured into an all-around fighter with knockout power.

      The Bleacher Report and I must not have watched the same fights as me on Saturday, as they saw poor performances by the fighters.

      Did you notice the new Octagon Girl? Fightlinker already has a new nickname for her.

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    • Gee, where will Satoshi Ishii sign?

      Olympic judo gold-medalist Satoshi Ishii has stated that he would like to fight in the UFC over any other promotion. He was the UFC's guest for UFC 92, and he clearly made his preference for the Zuffa-backed promotion known by his outfit. And bag. And hat. It sort of reminds me of how Joey Tribbiani let us know of his preference for Porsches.

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    • What you need to know about UFC 92

      Forrest Griffin has grown up and focused his career on fighting, fighting, and fighting.

      It's tough to retire Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, in a fight or in his career.

      This is the first time we will see Quinton "Rampage" Jackson fight since his mental breakdown. Since then, he's made many changes so that he is new and improved.

      Nobody really understands why Dollaway-Massenzio is the third fight on Saturday's card when there are many, many more deserving matchups.

      The UFC's finances are riding on the results of all of the top fights at UFC 92.

      In case you didn't know by now, Wanderlei Silva and Rampage Jackson do not like each other. Not even a little bit.

      Stick with Cage Writer on Saturday night for all of your UFC 92 coverage. We will host a live chat, starting at 9:45 p.m. ET, have bout-by-bout results and live interviews after the fights. Join us for every kick, punch and Peruvian necktie.

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    • All I want for Christmas is

      Dear Santa,

      I've been an awfully good MMA fan this year. I've faithfully followed the sport, watching every fighter from Al-Turk to Yoshida. I've read everything I could get my hands on about the sport, Kevin Iole, Dave Meltzer, Cage Potato, MMA Junkie, Fightlinker. I've even cracked a few books on the subject. (Well, maybe not every book.) I've spent money on pay-per-views, clothes and other MMA goodies. When the UFC came to my hometown, I patronized. So, Santa, will you put me on the nice list and give me what I ask for?

      1. Two five-round fights on Dec. 27. The UFC is giving fans a rare treat, two championship bouts in one night. So Santa, can Evans vs. Griffin and Nogueira vs. Mir go the full 25 minutes each? I realize that's unlikely, particularly with Nog-Mir, but can you at least make it happen in the Evans-Griffin bout?

      2. Silva vs. GSP. I realize that GSP already has a fight lined up with another great fighter from another weight class, but the matchup between Silva and GSP is

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    • The week that was in MMA: somebody's gotta love Junie

      The murder-suicide of Justin Levens and his wife was a weird saga, made weirder when Deadspin used it as a chance to comment on the type of people who enjoy MMA.

      After surprising finishes during the "Ultimate Fighter" finale, the UFC gave out bonuses a bit randomly.

      Wanderlei Silva likes: ice baths, training with a snorkel, long walks on the beach. Dislikes: Rampage Jackson.

      Two lists to bring you through the weekend: Rampage Jackson's most outrageous moments (check out his dance moves) and a wish list for fights in 2009.

      Bobby Lashley is the latest pro wrestling star to jump into the MMA pool.

      Steve Cantwell explains his comments after snapping Razak Al-Hassan's arm. Of course, if you don't make the comments in the first place, there is not a need to explain them away.

      Is Olympic gold-medal winning judo player Satoshi Ishii headed to the UFC? Possibly. If nothing else, he will be attending UFC 92 as Dana White's guest. Ishii, who won the gold for Japan, also plans to start training

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    • Evans vs. Griffin is the 'Ultimate Fighter' dream realized

      In this preview video for UFC 92, we see how both Forrest Griffin and Rashad Evans have grown and matured as fighters since their time winning the "Ultimate Fighter." Evans started out as a wrestler, but now has added kicks, punches and great striking defense. Griffin was an all-out brawler who claimed to not really get into a fight until he was punched in the face. He now wins using strategy and executing it well.

      In this way, the fight between Evans and Griffin is the promise of the "Ultimate Fighter" fulfilled. Ryan Bader and Efrain Escudero should take note. Winning the "Ultimate Fighter" is only one piece of the puzzle. Evans and Griffin were willing to change and grow as fighters, and that is why they will fight a five-round bout at the end of the month.

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    • Rashad Evans: family man, pitch man, knockout man

      After the chaos that was season eight of the "Ultimate Fighter," and the gruesomeness from the Fight for the Troops, the UFC needs to show their wholesome side. They like to boast about how educated their fighters are, and that they are athletes like in every other sport, but it can be hard to focus on that when fighters are urinating into fruit trays on national television and Corey Hill is still in the hospital for his broken leg.

      Enter Rashad Evans. On Dec. 27, he will attempt to win the light heavyweight belt from Forrest Griffin, and that could be a dream come true for the UFC. Evans is the exact kind of guy you want representing your organization.

      A devoted family man, he just became a father of a baby girl, Nia Skye. He is known for his tireless work ethic. While competing as a wrestler at Michigan State, he earned a degree in psychology. After the fight with Griffin, he plans on starting a foundation to benefit inner-city children. His marketability was even tapped by Microsoft

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    • Morons to remember: the most memorable moments of the Ultimate Fighter

      With the "Ultimate Fighter" over, we look back at the moments that stand out the most from this past season. These events are not all the best, as some of these shenanigans are the reason why the show needs an upgrade.

      5. The most disgusting episode of any season of the "Ultimate Fighter." The teams traded pranks that involved various bodily fluids, and was the catalyst for many calls to change or scrap the show.

      4. The arrival of Stankie. Part boxing coach, part Yoda, part drunk, part old coot, Al "Stankie" Stankiewicz was Nog's boxing coach and purveyor of many bits of wisdom, such as telling his fighters to stay on their feet so they wouldn't have to smell his opponent's farts. Don't ever change, Stankie.

      3. Dave Kaplan didn't get knocked out! Except, he did. After drinking a large quantity of alcohol, Kaplan, a lightweight, told his light heavyweight teammate, Tom Lawlor, that it is impossible to knock him out. Kaplan then goaded Lawlor into punching him in the face. Lawlor

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