Dave Meltzer
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Dave Meltzer
Dave Meltzer covers mixed martial arts for Yahoo! Sports. Meltzer, who has published the pro wrestling trade industry publication the Wrestling Observer Newsletter since 1982, began covering MMA with UFC 1 in 1993. He is a graduate of San Jose State University, and has written for the Oakland Tribune, Los Angeles Times, and The National.Send Dave a question or comment for potential use in a future column or webcast. |
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Koscheck will have to wait for title shot November 22, 2009
Josh Koscheck got the win he was looking for, but a title shot won't come with it.
Ortiz-Griffin has a familiar ring November 19, 2009
If you're feeling a sense of déjà vu about Tito Ortiz-Forrest Griffin 2, it's for a good reason.
Mixed results for UFC 105 ratings November 18, 2009
Saturday night's UFC 105 was a mixed bag in the ratings.
UFC 105 is British MMA's graduation day November 14, 2009
UFC 105 showed how far along the British MMA game has come.
Nogueira out as UFC headliner woes mount November 14, 2009
The UFC's heavyweight picture went from bad to worse this week.
Couture claims close decision over Vera November 14, 2009
Randy Couture got the nod over Brandon Vera in front of a European record crowd at UFC 105.
Rested St. Pierre well on way back November 14, 2009
Georges St. Pierre is well on his way back from an injury that sidetracked his 2009 agenda.
Couture the star of weigh-in show November 13, 2009
Randy Couture was the star of the show at the UFC 105 weigh-ins.
Couture's road winds way to England November 12, 2009
Both Randy Couture and the UFC have become ingrained in British culture as Couture headlines UFC 105.
'Quick' Swick takes slow road November 11, 2009
Mike Swick's nickname is "Quick," but his climb to the top has been a grind.
Strikeforce's CBS ratings a mixed bag November 10, 2009
Strikeforce on CBS wasn't a hit, though Fedor Emelianenko was.
Fighting a family affair for Vera November 9, 2009
Brandon Vera had a unique training camp experience in preparation for Randy Couture.
'Mayhem' goes mainstream with Strikeforce November 2, 2009
Can MTV star Jason "Mayhem" Miller win over a mainstream audience on CBS?
Injuries take toll on UFC schedule October 30, 2009
Several big bouts have been put on hold or scrapped due to fighter injuries.
Another call for changes in scoring system October 30, 2009
The 10-point must system is here to say, but there is room for improvement.
Velasquez makes case for title shot October 25, 2009
Cain Velasquez left no doubt that he belongs in the mix at the top of the UFC heavyweight division.
Machida adapts to life as champ October 22, 2009
Lyoto Machida's biggest challenge may be simply adapting to the pressures of being champion.
Velasquez in need of defining performance October 19, 2009
Cain Velasquez needs an impressive performance if he's going to stay on the heavyweight fast track.
Fertitta focuses on international issues October 16, 2009
A planned February card in Australia is the next step in the UFC's shift to overseas business.
Guymon grateful for life's opportunities October 12, 2009
Mike Guymon signed with the UFC just months after his life's low point.
Henderson edges Cerrone in WEC thriller October 10, 2009
Ben Henderson took the WEC interim lightweight title from Donald Cerrone in one of the year's best fights.
Cerrone, Henderson ready to rumble October 9, 2009
Donald Cerrone and Ben Henderson meet tomorrow night for a title neither really wants.
Aoki, Fernandes claim titles at DREAM 11 October 6, 2009
Two champions were crowned as a hulk-free "Super Hulk" final was set up on Tuesday.
Notes: Fall schedule; TUF fallout October 2, 2009
Looking at the fall schedule and Kimbo-Nelson fallout.
Notes: Kimbo-Nelson hype builds September 28, 2009
Kimbo Slice's TUF match with Roy Nelson is likely to set ratings records.
Cormier heads night of Strikeforce debuts September 26, 2009
Olympian Daniel Cormier headed up a night of Strikeforce debuts
No one bullies Cormier anymore September 24, 2009
Daniel Cormier is the latest Olympic wrestler trying his hand at MMA.
Notes: Contenders state cases September 20, 2009
Junior Dos Santos headed a list of contenders who stood out on Saturday night.
Whether new or old, Belfort is back September 20, 2009
Vitor Belfort's return to prominence is something MMA fans have long awaited.
Kimbo still ratings gold September 18, 2009
Kimbo Slice led "The Ultimate Fighter's" premiere episode to record ratings.
Fedor's Strikeforce debut airs on CBS September 17, 2009
Fedor Emelianenko's first Strikeforce fight will be broadcast on CBS.
Versatile Franklin stays fresh in UFC mix September 14, 2009
Rich Franklin has remade himself as the UFC's go-to headliner.
"Cro Cop" determined to get it right September 11, 2009
Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic is committed turning around his image in America.
UFC's upcoming shows in adjustment mode September 7, 2009
The UFC has had to readjust thanks to injuries to two of the five champions and another big draw landing a movie role.
UFC gambling on Huerta, Maynard matchup September 7, 2009
Roger Huerta is preparing for one more fight before he goes into acting full-time.
Duffee seizes first-impression opportunity September 4, 2009
Todd Duffee took advantage of his chance to make a lasting first impression on the national fighting stage, notching the fastest KO in UFC history.
How much MMA is too much? August 31, 2009
Are major MMA promoters setting themselves up for overexposure?
Couture-Nogueira a match worth the wait August 27, 2009
Randy Couture's match with Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has been a long time coming.
Marquardt's long road to greatness August 24, 2009
Nate Marquardt has taken the long road to UFC greatness.
Lesnar faces mirror image in Carwin August 20, 2009
Brock Lesnar will face fellow powerhouse wrestler Shane Carwin in November.
Carano-Santos a ratings hit August 18, 2009
Women's MMA was ratings gold for Strikeforce and Showtime.
After big night, what next for women's MMA? August 16, 2009
Cristiane "Cyborg" Santos' win leaves no question who is the top fighter. But what's next for women's MMA?
Women's MMA takes center stage August 14, 2009
There's much on the line when Gina Carano meets Cristiane Santos on Saturday night.
Diaz skips drug test, out of Strikeforce event August 10, 2009
A missed drug test will cost Nick Diaz a shot at the first Strikeforce welterweight championship.
Who can solve Silva's puzzle? August 9, 2009
After Anderson Silva's display of brilliance on Saturday, who's next?
Class time for Silva, Griffin August 7, 2009
Anderson Silva-Forrest Griffin is the UFC's second weight-class experiment of 2009.
UFC-Strikeforce battle lines drawn August 6, 2009
The battle between UFC and Strikeforce is on after Thursday's dueling press conferences.
Strikeforce rolls the dice on Fedor August 3, 2009
Strikeforce took a calculated gamble by signing MMA's all-time best heavyweight, Fedor Emelianenko.
Former champs Ortiz, Belfort return to UFC July 31, 2009
The return of Tito Ortiz and Vitor Belfort highlighted an eventful UFC press conference.
Barnett's "B" sample returns positive July 31, 2009
Josh Barnett's secondary testing sample returned positive for a banned substance.
Sifting through Affliction's rubble July 27, 2009
The fallout from last week's Affliction collapse reaches throughout the MMA industry.
Affliction scrambles after Barnett flunks test July 22, 2009
Affliction is looking for a new main event after Josh Barnett tested positive for an unidentified banned substance.
Notes: Games, Dream, and pinheads July 20, 2009
Dana White defends his company's position on video games, and more.
Lesnar backlash brims with double standards July 17, 2009
Yes, Brock Lesnar used to be a pro wrestler. So what?
What's next for GSP? July 12, 2009
Georges St. Pierre is so dominant, it will be hard to sell another welterweight as a legit challenger.
Vegas abuzz with UFC 100 anticipation July 10, 2009
Las Vegas is abuzz as UFC 100 hits town.
UFC 98: Full circle July 8, 2009
Lyoto Machida brought the mixed martial arts world full circle.
The UFC's greatest submissions July 8, 2009
Frank Mir has more than one of the UFC's greatest submissions.
UFC 96: Rampage reigns July 6, 2009
Quinton Jackson edged Keith Jardine in a hard-fought battle.
Alves envisions a beautiful night July 6, 2009
Thiago Alves provides Georges St. Pierre a challenge like he's never faced.
The UFC's greatest champions July 6, 2009
A look at the five greatest champions in UFC history.
UFC 94: Super rematch July 3, 2009
Few matches were bigger than the Georges St. Pierre-B.J. Penn rematch.
UFC 92: Triple main event July 3, 2009
The UFC finished 2008 with a loaded show.
Bisping isn't feeling the love July 3, 2009
Michael Bisping is feeling disrespected as he goes into his UFC 100 match with Dan Henderson.
No-frills Fitch eyes second run at the top June 29, 2009
Jon Fitch still does things the old-fashioned way.
UFC 88: Goodnight, Chuck June 29, 2009
Rashad Evans unleashed the shot heard around the MMA world.
UFC 86: Contested decision June 26, 2009
Few finishes were as hotly disputed as Forrest Griffin's win over Quinton Jackson.
Will Lashley meet his match in Sapp? June 26, 2009
Bobby Lashley is looking at something of a mirror image when he faces Bob Sapp on Saturday.
UFC 84: Tito exits June 25, 2009
Tito Ortiz made his exit from the UFC.
UFC 82: One champion June 23, 2009
UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva defeated PRIDE counterpart Dan Henderson.
Team U.K. sweeps TUF 9 June 21, 2009
Team U.K. was the clear winner in The Ultimate Fighter 9.
Sanchez, Guida both winners after epic fight June 21, 2009
Diego Sanchez looks like a force at 155 after his victory over Clay Guida.
TUF 9 Finale on tap June 19, 2009
The U.S. vs. U.K. season of The Ultimate Fighter winds to its conclusion.
UFC 78: Heading east June 19, 2009
The UFC made a long-awaited return to the East Coast.
UFC 76: Jardine's shining moment June 17, 2009
Keith Jardine didn't go to UFC 76 to lose to Chuck Liddell.
It's MMA summer blockbuster season June 15, 2009
MMA is in for a summer like no other.
UFC 74: Couture defies time June 15, 2009
Randy Couture's victory over Gabriel Gonzaga may have been his most remarkable.
UFC 72: Northern Ireland debut June 13, 2009
Rich Franklin came out a winner in the UFC's first trip to Belfast.
Velasquez takes big leap June 12, 2009
Cain Velasquez has been in the game a short time, but is already poised to reach the top.
UFC 68: Pure magic June 9, 2009
Randy Couture's win over Tim Sylvia was an MMA moment like few others.
Brown-Faber caps memorable evening June 7, 2009
Mike Brown's battle with Urijah Faber capped a memorable night of featherweight action.
UFC 66: Chuck-Tito 2 June 6, 2009
The UFC's breakthrough year ended with its biggest match.
Brown-Faber rematch puts WEC at crossroads June 5, 2009
Sunday's Urijah Faber-Mike Brown match is the biggest in WEC history, but it also puts the company at a crossroads.
UFC 64: Silva era dawns June 4, 2009
Anderson Silva's middleweight title reign began with a stunning finish of Rich Franklin.
UFC 62: Deja vu June 3, 2009
"Babalu" Sobral had high hopes for his rematch with Chuck Liddell,
Brown keeps cool before hot fight June 1, 2009
WEC featherweight champ Mike Brown knows he's in for a battle on Sunday night.
UFC 58: GSP on the rise May 30, 2009
Georges St. Pierre established himself as a top contender to the UFC welterweight title.
Aldo and Warren make their names May 29, 2009
The lighter weight classes feature a couple of fighters ready to make a big splash.
UFC 56: Wheels in motion May 28, 2009
UFC 56 set the wheels in motion for events that impact the company to this day.
Canseco a nightmare on DREAM card May 26, 2009
Hopefully, Jose Canseco's first MMA match also will be his last.
UFC 54: Chuck takes rematch May 26, 2009
Chuck Liddell handily took his rematch with Jeremy Horn.
UFC 52: Chuck strikes back May 24, 2009
Chuck Liddell took the second fight in his trilogy with Randy Couture.
Hughes beats Serra, still unsure of future May 24, 2009
Matt Hughes and Matt Serra left it all out in the cage at UFC 98 on Saturday night.
Is Serra fight Hughes' last stand? May 21, 2009
Matt Hughes has achieved everything he wants in MMA. Except beating Matt Serra.
UFC 48: Snapped in half May 20, 2009
Frank Mir's submission of Tim Sylvia is one of the UFC's most infamous moments.
UFC 99: Problems in Germany; Cro Cop back May 18, 2009
UFC is facing familiar resistance from politicians and an advocacy group in Cologne.
Serra's long wait for Hughes fight winds down May 18, 2009
It has taken awhile to get here, but Matt Serra is finally ready to settle his beef with Matt Hughes.
UFC 46: Fluke injury May 18, 2009
A sliced eyelid put an early end to Randy Couture vs. Vitor Belfort.
UFC 44: Tito's spanking May 15, 2009
Randy Couture spanked Tito Ortiz, literally and figuratively.
Friday night fight over the airwaves May 14, 2009
Strikeforce and a hot Canadian promotion go head-to-head on cable Friday.
UFC 42: Wrestler vs. wrestler May 14, 2009
Matt Hughes' wrestling was too strong for Sean Sherk.
Liddell saga is past meeting future May 11, 2009
The battle over Chuck Liddell's future is the sort UFC best get used to.
UFC 38: Brawls in and out of the Hall May 9, 2009
UFC 38 was legendary for more than one reason.
Is a Jones Jr. MMA fight plausible? May 8, 2009
A Roy Jones Jr. MMA match is a chancy proposition.
UFC 36: Steroid controversy May 8, 2009
Josh Barnett beat Randy Couture for the heavyweight title, then was stripped of it.
UFC 34: Hughes is crowned May 6, 2009
Matt Hughes' long reign began at UFC 34.
Canseco fight tests boundaries May 4, 2009
Japanese promoters are pushing the envelope by letting Jose Canseco fight.
UFC 32: Eying the Big Apple May 4, 2009
The Zuffa-era UFC made its first stab at promoting in the New York City market.
Silva's contenders stuck in the middle May 1, 2009
A solid pack of UFC middleweight contenders are stuck in limbo.
UFC 28: Randy repeats April 30, 2009
The returning Randy Couture became a two-time champion.
UFC 26: Night to forget April 28, 2009
Kevin Randleman vs. Pedro RIzzo ended up with the few fans in attendance throwing trash in the cage.
Notes: Maynard fallout; Lashley moonlights April 27, 2009
Looking at sanctioning issues in Kyle Maynard's MMA career.
UFC 24: No main event April 26, 2009
A backstage accident put the kibosh on UFC 24's main event
UFC 22: Instant classic April 24, 2009
Frank Shamrock vs. Tito Ortiz was the greatest match of the UFC's early era.
UFC reshuffles drawing card deck April 20, 2009
Saturday night's events give the UFC future business challenges.
UFC 18: Rutten rules April 20, 2009
UFC 18 featured the much-ballyhooed debut of Bas Rutten.
White on Liddell's future: 'He's done' April 19, 2009
Chuck Liddell isn't quite sure he's done yet, but Dana White has no doubt.
UFC 16: Frank's house April 18, 2009
UFC 16 was the dawn of the Frank Shamrock era.
Liddell-Rua is UFC 97's real draw April 17, 2009
Chuck Liddell's match with Mauricio Rua will carry the card at UFC 97.
UFC 14: Upset city April 15, 2009
Maurice Smith delivered what was then the biggest upset in UFC history.
UFC 12: The die is cast April 14, 2009
Out-of-the-ring issues didn't stop UFC 12, but ultimately sealed the original UFC's fate.
Can "The Iceman" keep on skating? April 13, 2009
Chuck Liddell is in a do-or-die position as he gets ready to meet Mauricio Rua on Saturday.
Sunset for Shamrock as Strikeforce rises April 12, 2009
Saturday night marked the start of one era and the end of another.
Much on the line in Shamrock-Diaz April 10, 2009
Frank Shamrock will have much on the line when he meets Nick Diaz on Saturday night.
UFC 8: No small Frye April 9, 2009
Ken Shamrock's Superfight title reign continued with no end in sight.
UFC 6: Wild West April 7, 2009
UFC 6 was one of the company's most eventful shows.
Can Smith add to his highlight reel? April 6, 2009
Scott Smith is looking to add another KO to his resume.
UFC 4: Trouble on the horizon April 5, 2009
Dan Severn made a splash, but Royce Gracie won again at UFC 4.
UFC 2: Royce repeats April 3, 2009
Royce Gracie repeated as champion at UFC 2.
Hard-working Kampmann moves up ranks April 1, 2009
Martin Kampmann established himself as a legitimate contender with a win over Carlos Condit.
Browning's success is TUF's problem March 30, 2009
Junie Browning's success illustrates The Ultimate Fighter's quandary.
For Bader, wrestling and MMA a team effort March 27, 2009
For Ryan Bader, wrestling and fighting is an Arizona thing.
Boxing and MMA on same card a mixed bag March 24, 2009
After an interesting experiment of a card, it remains to be seen whether boxing and MMA can mix.
Miller brings MMA to MTV March 20, 2009
Jason "Mayhem" Miller turns the tables on bullies in the new MTV reality series "Bully Beatdown."
No vacations for the MMA fan March 16, 2009
The big-ticket MMA events are a few months away, but there's plenty of intriguing action in the meantime.
Concern grows over MMA officiating March 13, 2009
Livelihoods are on the line as MMA referees attempt to adapt to the sport's growing pains.
'Rampage' earns title shot, but when? March 8, 2009
Quinton Jackson earned a light heavyweight title shot, but questions remain as to when he'll get it.
UFC moves Lesnar-Mir to UFC 100 March 7, 2009
Due to Frank Mir's knee injury, his fight with Brock Lesnar has been pushed back.
Gonzaga-Carwin important to heavyweight future March 6, 2009
Saturday's Gabriel Gonzaga-Shane Carwin fight is a big match for a division in flux.
The curious case of Keith Jardine March 2, 2009
Keith Jardine is ready to play spoiler to Quinton Jackson in UFC 96, even if it means he won't fight for the light heavyweight title.
Akiyama signing has major implications February 28, 2009
The UFC's signing of Yoshirio Akiyama is a gamble.
After fighting feds, Garcia ready for Brown February 27, 2009
Mike Brown meets Leonard Garcia in a WEC title match few would have expected a year ago.
Shamrock again ready to blaze trail February 23, 2009
Frank Shamrock again finds himself at the dawn of a new era.
UFC eyes Hardy as next big U.K. star February 20, 2009
The UFC sees Dan Hardy as its next potential U.K. star
A very confident fighter February 16, 2009
Joe “Daddy” Stevenson believes experience will be the difference against Diego Sanchez.
Koscheck steps into great unknown February 13, 2009
Josh Koscheck is readying for a run at the UFC welterweight title.
Shamrock vs. Diaz headlines Strikeforce February 10, 2009
The main event has been announced for the debut of the new Strikeforce era.
Lauzon's win caps night of submissions February 7, 2009
Joe Lauzon's frenetic win over Jeremy Stephens capped a night filled with submission finishes.
Lauzon-Stephens highlights UFN 17 February 6, 2009
A big month of MMA cards concludes with Ultimate Fight Night in Tampa.
Strikeforce a legit contender after EXC deal February 5, 2009
By buying Elite XC's assets, Strikeforce immediately became the UFC's leading competitor.
Remembering Helio Gracie February 4, 2009
Without Helio Gracie, there would be no UFC or MMA.
Is St. Pierre the new pound-for-pound king? February 1, 2009
Georges St. Pierre crushed B.J. Penn to retain his title. Is he MMA's best pound-for-pound fighter?
Machida-Silva a worthy UFC 94 understudy January 30, 2009
Lyoto Machida-Thiago Silva is short on hype but long on substance.
St. Pierre ready for his biggest challenge January 26, 2009
Georges St. Pierre is geared up for one of the biggest fights in MMA history.
Is Fedor's legend enough to save Affliction? January 24, 2009
Fedor Emelianenko added to his legend with his incredible knockout of Andrei Arlovski.
Fedor, Arlovski easily make weight January 23, 2009
Everyone made weight for Affliction: Day of Reckoning
A six-pack of fights for your weekend January 23, 2009
This is a dream weekend for mixed martial arts fans.
Arlovski hopes to cash in against Fedor January 19, 2009
Andrei Arlovski will literally cash in on Saturday. Can he do it figuratively as well?
Coleman's winding road leads back to UFC January 15, 2009
Mark Coleman's long and winding road finally leads him back to the UFC.
Henderson finally meets up with Franklin January 12, 2009
After three years of debate over who's better, Dan Henderson and Rich Franklin finally square off.
Fighters twist while Elite XC dithers January 9, 2009
Patience is starting to wear thin among some of the country's top mixed martial arts fighters, whose futures...
Five key matches get 2009 off to hot start January 5, 2009
Five big fights make January one of the hottest months on the MMA calendar.
Recent fighter deaths raise questions January 2, 2009
Is the recent spate of MMA deaths a string of coincidences or a pattern?
New Year's Eve not MMA's shining night December 31, 2008
New Year's Eve in Japan was, well, interesting.
’08 MMA stories: Slice of life December 29, 2008
Elite XC couldn't survive the year despite airing on network television.
Change in momentum leads Evans to title December 28, 2008
Rashad Evans turned the tide fast in his match with Forrest Griffin.
Evans-Griffin is up for grabs December 26, 2008
Pitting two champs from "The Ultimate Fighter" should make the Forrest Griffin-Rashad Evans battle a winner for viewers.
A whole new 'Rampage' December 22, 2008
After a run-in with the law and two previous losses to Wanderlei Silva, Quinton "Rampage" Jackson insists he's a new man.
Legendary Nogueira far from finished December 19, 2008
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has never been finished, and isn't about to let Frank Mir become the first.
Notes: Lashley follows in Lesnar's footsteps December 15, 2008
Bobby Lashley is the latest high-profile pro wrestler giving mixed martial arts a try.
Lesnar blasts UFC toward record year December 12, 2008
Spurred by the popularity of leading draw Brock Lesnar, the UFC is on the brink of the most lucrative year in pay-per-view sports history.
Bader, Magalhaes have big shoes to fill December 8, 2008
The light heavyweight TUF finalists have big shoes to fill.
Boxing vs. MMA: A contrast of styles December 7, 2008
Attending boxing and UFC events in the same arena highlights the differences in the sports.
Notes: Koscheck returns; CSAC changes December 5, 2008
Josh Koscheck is back in action and California institutes new drug testing.
Tapia headlines a changing WEC December 1, 2008
Manny Tapia knows he's the underdog going into his Wednesday match title shot against Miguel Torres.
UFC's greatest hits: The modern era November 26, 2008
Part three of the 15 greatest matches of the UFC's first 15 years.
UFC's greatest hits: the middle years November 24, 2008
A look at the brightest spots of the UFC's down days.
'Babalu' claims his first major title November 22, 2008
Renato "Babalu" Sobral captured the first major title of his lengthy career Friday night.
Notes: Fitch, Smith and Fedor November 20, 2008
Jon Fitch is back with the UFC, Scott Smith back in action, Fedor loses.
UFC's greatest hits: the early days November 17, 2008
A look at the five biggest moments in the early days of the UFC.
Couture's loss is a changing of the guard November 16, 2008
Brock Lesnar's win over Randy Couture was the UFC's changing of the guard.
Couture, Lesnar make weight for UFC 91 November 14, 2008
Both main eventers made weight for UFC 91.
Couture and Lesnar's hits and misses November 13, 2008
A look at the highs and lows of Randy Couture and Brock Lesnar's careers.
Couture-Lesnar a muscled chess match November 10, 2008
Breaking down the strategies in Saturday's Randy Couture-Brock Lesnar match.
Faber's WEC title loss caps unusual night November 5, 2008
Urijah Faber was synonymous with the WEC featherweight title. Until Wednesday night.
Rosholt ready for next big step November 3, 2008
Jake Rosholt has nonpareil wrestling credentials but is still an MMA neophyte.
Notes: Leben suspended; ESPN plots November 3, 2008
ESPN is reportedly attempting to get into the MMA game.
Pulver reinvents himself October 31, 2008
Jens Pulver prepares to unveil a whole new featherweight fighter when he faces Leonard Garcia.
Women's MMA has earned its place October 27, 2008
Dana White says women's MMA doesn't have enough depth, but all evidence indicates otherwise.
What next for Kimbo, Carano, Shamrock? October 24, 2008
The sudden demise of Elite XC leave several wondering what's next.
Elite XC wreckage leaves questions unanswered October 24, 2008
Several days after Elite XC folded, there are still more questions than answers.
Elite XC down for the count October 20, 2008
Fighters, including Kimbo Slice, are left hanging as more than $55 million in losses helped contribute to the demise of the MMA promotion.
Koscheck unafraid of uphill climb October 20, 2008
Josh Koscheck is taking on a daring challenge in the stacked UFC welterweight division.
Vera set for crucial test against Jardine October 17, 2008
Brandon Vera and Keith Jardine are both in must-win situations on Saturday.
Can Fedor-Arlovski put Affliction back on track? October 13, 2008
Affliction's planned Andrei Arlovski-Fedor Emelianenko match is the company's first bit of good news in awhile.
Sorting through Elite XC's good and bad October 10, 2008
With the dust finally settling on Elite XC's Oct. 4 card, a look at where the company goes from here.
Elite XC pulls solid ratings for Saturday card October 6, 2008
Saturday's CBS ratings provided some short-term good news for Elite XC.
Women fighters are EXC's true elites October 5, 2008
The biggest fight in women's MMA history is lined up after two fighters delivered Saturday.
Kimbo TKOd by no-name in 14 seconds October 4, 2008
Late sub Seth Petruzelli needed just 14 seconds to end the myth of Kimbo Slice.
Affliction blinks after UFC books card October 1, 2008
UFC made rival Affliction blink in their ongoing business battle
Ken Shamrock's greatest hits September 29, 2008
Ken Shamrock's biggest moments read like a history of mixed martial arts.
Does Shamrock have one miracle left? September 29, 2008
Ken Shamrock is past him prime, but his name delivers ratings like no other.
Shields stuck in an odd position September 26, 2008
We may never know where Jake Shields truly rates as long as he is with Elite XC.
Cro Cop in no-contest; what's next for Fedor? September 23, 2008
Fedor Emelianenko may fight in Japan next, but not against the opponent he wanted.
Notes: High stakes for Elite XC, Dream September 22, 2008
Two of the world's three biggest MMA companies are staging pivotal cards over the next couple weeks.
Riggs vs. Misaki headlines Strikeforce at Mansion September 19, 2008
Joe "Diesel" Riggs has been through some tough times, but looks to turn it around at the Playboy Mansion on Saturday.
A look back at former 'TUF' winners September 15, 2008
A look back at past winners of 'The Ultimate Fighter.'
Mir, Nogueira breathe new life into TUF September 15, 2008
The Ultimate Fighter is back. Coach Frank Mir gives his take on the eighth season.
Breaking down the UFC heavyweight tourney September 12, 2008
A breakdown of the UFC heavyweight tournament featuring Brock Lesnar, Randy Couture, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Frank Mir.
Remembering Tanner's biggest moments September 10, 2008
A look back at the five biggest moments in Evan Tanner's MMA career.
UFC 88 notes: KO causes chain reaction September 7, 2008
Rashad Evans gets the next crack at Forrest Griffin as the rest jockey for position.
Teacher vs. student as Franklin faces Hamill September 5, 2008
Former UFC middleweight champ Rich Franklin returns to light heavyweight Saturday when he faces Matt Hamill.
Henderson wants to get back on track September 2, 2008
Dan Henderson looks to get back on the winning track when he faces Rousimar Palhares on Saturday.
Notes: Kimbo will face Shamrock on CBS August 25, 2008
Kimbo vs. Shamrock, Brock vs. Kongo and a whole lot more
UFC expansion not without risks August 22, 2008
The UFC plans on stepping up expansion plans next year, which doesn't come without risk.
Notes: Olympian challenges Fedor; Noons-Diaz off August 20, 2008
Elite XC's proposed Nick Diaz-KJ Noons match is off, and an Olympic medalist challenges Fedor.
Elite XC's future could rest on Kimbo's shoulders August 18, 2008
Elite XC's October card on CBS could be a do-or-die proposition for the company.
Olympics a direct pipeline to MMA August 15, 2008
From judo to wrestling, several Olympic medalists have made the jump to mixed martial arts.
Lesnar answers questions, raises more August 11, 2008
Brock Lesnar answered questions about himself but raised more about the UFC heavyweight division.
GSP lets others talk Penn August 8, 2008
You won't get Georges St. Pierre to look past an opponent after what happened to him last year.
Lesnar faces must-win against Herring August 4, 2008
Brock Lesnar's second UFC match is a do-or-die proposition.
Varner's detour a good move August 1, 2008
Jamie Varner's decision to join WEC is proving to be a sound one as the lightweight champ makes his first title defense this weekend.
Where the MMA business stands after big shows July 28, 2008
Where the MMA business stands after the most recent flurry of big shows.
Second time is the charm for Robbie Lawler July 26, 2008
This time around, Robbie Lawler got the job done against Scott Smith.
Lawler drops Smith in Elite XC main event July 26, 2008
Robbie Lawler left no doubt who is the true Elite XC middleweight champion in his rematch with Scott Smith on Saturday night.
Elite XC comes back around July 25, 2008
The card isn't as splashy, but Elite XC hopes to build more momentum Saturday on CBS.
Hellboy steals Dream crown July 21, 2008
Joachim Hansen wasn't supposed to be in the final, but he left Japan as a champion.
Affliction could become MMA heavyweight July 19, 2008
Saturday night's Affliction card presented the UFC with their first real challenge on their home turf.
Fedor stomps Sylvia in Affliction main event July 19, 2008
Fedor Emelianenko needed just 36 seconds to defeat Tim Sylvia in the main event of Affliction: Banned.
Sylvia-Fedor more than just a title fight July 17, 2008
A lot more than a title rides on Saturday's Tim Sylvia-Fedor Emelianenko match.
Velasquez has chance to show he's real deal July 14, 2008
Saturday, Cain Velasquez has his chance to show he's worth the hype.
Fedor remains mysterious despite fame July 11, 2008
No mixed martial artist alive has the mystique of Fedor Emelianenko.
Fedor's Top 10 moments July 11, 2008
A look at the Top 10 moments for the world's best heavyweight.
UFC 86 decision spotlights scoring system July 7, 2008
Saturday night's scoring controversy was fueled by misunderstanding.
UFC still going through growing pains July 6, 2008
UFC president Dana White isn't happy with proposed changes to MMA rules.
Griffin goes from reality star to headliner June 30, 2008
Forrest Griffin was once just a reality TV star. Now he's fighting for the UFC light heavyweight title.
Thomson claims Strikeforce title from Melendez June 28, 2008
Josh Thomson played matador with Gilbert Melendez for five rounds Friday night.
Melendez-Thomson tops Strikeforce card June 26, 2008
A superb lightweight showdown headlines Strikeforce in San Jose.
Notes: EXC shaping up; New York sanctioning June 23, 2008
Elite XC's next card on CBS is shaping up.
Last chance for Tanner, Grove? June 20, 2008
Evan Tanner and Kendall Grove could have their UFC futures on the line Saturday night.
Notes: Elite XC, UFC, Dream June 16, 2008
The details are quickly coming together on the next nationally televised Elite XC card.
Elite XC could be back on CBS in July June 13, 2008
Elite XC could be back on network television as soon as July.
Noons returns home a champion June 13, 2008
K.J. Noons returns home to Hawaii, where he headlines Elite XC's Saturday card.
MMA notes: WEC, Sengoku fallout June 9, 2008
A look at where things go next in the WEC and Japan.
Officials under scrutiny after controversies June 9, 2008
Refs were the main topic of conversation coming out of recent big shows.
Mixed martial arts business has changed June 6, 2008
While we don't know where the MMA business is going, it is clear things have changed.
Faber, Pulver entertain the masses June 1, 2008
Urijah Faber and Jens Pulver gave the little guys their moment in the spotlight before a very large crowd Sunday.
Faber, Torres retain WEC titles June 1, 2008
Match-by-match results of WEC 34 at the Arco Arena in Sacramento.
Faber ready for headlining status May 30, 2008
In just over a year, Urijah Faber has gone from unknown to breakout star.
Pulver looks for glory in old stomping grounds May 27, 2008
Jens Pulver's long career journey started in Sacramento and may peak there.
Ortiz makes himself center of attention May 25, 2008
Despite another loss, Tito Ortiz managed to make himself the center of attention. Again.
Machida could make big name May 19, 2008
Quiet Lyoto Machida can rock the MMA world with a win over Tito Ortiz on Saturday.
Ortiz vs. White is UFC's hottest feud May 16, 2008
Tito Ortiz and Dana White are not mincing words as Ortiz's UFC tenure comes to an apparent end.
Mir, Noguiera get TUF 8 nods May 12, 2008
Frank Mir and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira are tapped for the next season of The Ultimate Fighter.
Americans come up winners at Dream May 11, 2008
Japan's Dream promotion put on a strong show Sunday.
Serra, UFC in a New York groove May 9, 2008
Matt Serra has gone from one ring to another as the UFC pleads its case to New York State.
Key matches in a crucial period May 5, 2008
A look at several major matches in a period that could make or break MMA.
UFC tackles long-term growth issues May 2, 2008
UFC's pay-per-view business remains strong as the company tackles long-term business questions.
How UFC 85 was saved April 28, 2008
Michael Bisping and Matt Hughes stepped up and saved UFC 85 after Chuck Liddell had to drop out.
What would happen if Silva faced Jones? April 25, 2008
What would happen if you match up a top boxer with a top mixed martial artist?
Liddell pulls out of match with injury April 22, 2008
Chuck Liddell comments on why he had to pull out of his match with Rashas Evans in June.
GSP answers all the questions April 20, 2008
Georges St. Pierre answered all the questions about his mental toughness once and for all Saturday.
St. Pierre's time to shine April 17, 2008
Saturday night is likely to be the defining night of Georges St. Pierre's career.
Serra not afraid to play villain's role April 14, 2008
Matt Serra knows he won't be the fan favorite at UFC 83 on Saturday night.
BET's "Iron Ring" a surprise hit April 11, 2008
Stars like Ludacris and Floyd Mayweather have helped turn BET's Iron Ring into a surprise hit.
MMA needs a real sanctioning system April 7, 2008
Wagnney Fabiano's success in the IFL begs the question of how he would fare in other organizations.
Shamrock still relevant in big picture April 4, 2008
Frank Shamrock lost to Cung Le, but is still relevant as a headliner.
Le's win over Shamrock worth the wait March 30, 2008
Cung Le vs. Frank Shamrock was well worth the wait.
Strikeforce/Elite XC match-by-match coverage March 29, 2008
Live coverage from HP Pavilion in San Jose.
Le-Shamrock has been years in the making March 28, 2008
Saturday's Frank Shamrock-Cung Le match has been long anticipated.
Boxers in wrestling a rich tradition March 27, 2008
Floyd Mayweather is one of a long list of famous boxers who have participated in pro wrestling.
Mayweather in WrestleMania: Fact and fiction March 27, 2008
How Floyd Mayweather ended up in the middle of a wrestling ring.
Stann looks to add to resume March 24, 2008
Brian Stann wants to add a WEC championship to an impressive resume of life accomplishments.
Shamrock a survivor from MMA's early days March 17, 2008
Frank Shamrock has emerged as the sole survivor of MMA's early days.
Strikeforce closes in on late-night NBC slot March 14, 2008
Strikeforce is closing on a late-night timeslot on NBC.
Ortiz and others could leave the UFC March 10, 2008
Tito Ortiz headlines a crop of marquee free agents who could leave the UFC.
A look at The Ultimate Fighter 7 March 6, 2008
All the details on the seventh season of the show that put UFC on the map.
What's next for the world's best fighter? March 2, 2008
About the only person who doesn't think Anderson Silva is the world's best fighter is Anderson Silva.
Elite XC deal could change MMA February 28, 2008
Elite XC’s deal with CBS could change the landscape of mixed martial arts.
UFC lines up blue-chip sponsor February 28, 2008
The UFC has finally landed its first blue-chip sponsor in Budweiser.
Henderson ready for Silva's challenge February 25, 2008
In a year filled with sizzle, Dan Henderson provides the steak.
Sapp's life story too good for reality TV February 22, 2008
Bob "The Best" Sapp's life story too outlandish for a reality series.
Cuban enters Couture tug-of-war February 18, 2008
The hottest feud in MMA these days is outside the ring: Mark Cuban vs. the UFC.
Kimbo vs. Tank an old-school showdown February 15, 2008
It is old school brawling vs. new on Saturday night.
McCullough's long journey to stardom February 11, 2008
"Razor" Rob McCullough’s path to the top has been a slow climb.
The winner in PRIDE vs. UFC? Neither February 8, 2008
The final answer to which group was better, UFC or PRIDE: Neither.
How former PRIDE fighters have fared February 8, 2008
A look at how former PRIDE stars have fared in UFC.
Lesnar shows superstar potential in loss February 3, 2008
Brock Lesnar just might be the crossover star who puts mixed martial arts on the mainstream map.
Lesnar, Mir ready to go February 1, 2008
Brock Lesnar and Frank Mir both look prepared for Saturday's showdown.
Looking at wrestlers and MMA January 28, 2008
Brock Lesnar is far from the first former NCAA champion to try his hand at mixed martial arts.
Second-fiddle Sylvia aims for history January 25, 2008
Tim Sylvia is one of the most accomplished fighters in MMA history, but don't tell that to the fans.
UFC gambles on untested Lesnar January 21, 2008
The fun and games are over as Brock Lesnar returns to the world of real sports.
De La Hoya will fight tuneup match in May January 18, 2008
Oscar De la Hoya will fight a tuneup match in May before his big rematch with Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Gonzaga-Werdum a battle for position January 17, 2008
A heavyweight rematch tops the undercard at UFC 80 on Saturday.
Anatomy of a promotional fiasco January 14, 2008
A planned major card in San Diego shows the perils of promoting mixed martial arts.
A look at the UFC's money division January 11, 2008
A look at the UFC’s money division: light heavyweight
The business of MMA in 2008 January 7, 2008
Did boxing retake the lead from MMA in pay-per-view last year? Depends on how you look at the numbers
My picks for MMA's best January 4, 2008
Looking at the best of 2007 in MMA.
Torch passed between two greats December 30, 2007
In case there was any doubt, Matt Hughes has passed the torch to Georges St. Pierre as the world's top welterweight.
Looking at the Top 10 year-end matches December 28, 2007
A look at the Top 10 matches over the next several days as the year winds down with major cards.
New chapter in St. Pierre-Hughes thriller December 24, 2007
One of MMA's greatest rivalries is ready for act three.
Year-end MMA a Japanese tradition December 21, 2007
MMA on New Year’s Eve in Japan is a tradition unlike anything in America.
Ten highest-rated Japanese NYE matches December 21, 2007
A look at the 10 highest rated matches on New Year's Eve in Japan.
Ten highest-rated Japanese MMA matches December 21, 2007
A look at the 10 highest rated MMA matches on New Year's Eve in Japan.
MMA not immune to steroid issues December 17, 2007
With baseball's Mitchell Report in the headlines, it is time to take a hard look at steroids in MMA.
Faber-Pulver superfight seems inevitable December 12, 2007
A Urijah Faber-Jens Pulver match is inevitable after their performances Wednesday.
Filho might be the world's best middleweight December 10, 2007
While Anderson Silva gets all the attention, WEC champ Paulo Filho just might be the world's best at 185 pounds.
Huerta-Guida: Beauty and the beast December 6, 2007
Roger Huerta and Clay Guida might not look the same, but they can both bring it in the octagon
Texas agency responds to Vasquez death December 3, 2007
The death of Sammy Vasquez was addressed by the government agency in charge of the Oct. 20 fight card.
MMA fighter Vasquez dies weeks after fight December 2, 2007
MMA fighter Sam Vasquez died six weeks after sustaining injuries in a match in Houston.
CBS, NBC could televise mixed martial arts November 30, 2007
The sport of mixed martial arts could be on the verge of its network television breakthrough.
UFC calls on St. Pierre November 25, 2007
The UFC is improvising in coming up with a replacement title bout after Matt Serra's injury.
Why UFC 78 didn't validate November 19, 2007
A series of logistical problems with the main event led to UFC 78's less-than-stellar offering.
Le's victorious balancing act November 17, 2007
Cung Le won the main event of Friday night's Strikeforce event, despite sacrificing training time.
Like the movies November 16, 2007
Dave Meltzer breaks down Friday night's Strikeforce promotion.
First UFC forever altered combat sports November 12, 2007
Fourteen years ago, the public perception of what works in a fight changed forever.
Kimbo the latest street-fighting sensation November 9, 2007
Saturday night marks Internet sensation Kimbo Slice's moment of truth, as he steps into the cage on Showtime.
More questions than answers from hearings November 5, 2007
Last week's MMA steroid hearings in California opened a Pandora's Box of new issues.
Baroni case highlights CSAC flaws November 5, 2007
See also: More questions than answers from hearings Phil Baroni says he spent $20,000 to clear his name, lost...
Can the IFL turn things around? November 2, 2007
The IFL hopes there is such a thing as a second chance to make a first impression.
Couture saga brings owner out of shadows October 30, 2007
The latest in the tug-of-war between the UFC and Randy Couture brought UFC’s co-owner out of the shadows.
Wrestling key in heavyweight evolution October 29, 2007
The history of the UFC heavyweight title is about the evolution of wrestling in MMA.
White banking on Lesnar's success October 25, 2007
In Brock Lesnar, UFC has a fighter with a world of potential.
MMA's newest entry signs Fedor October 22, 2007
The details have emerged on MMA promotion M-1, which signed Fedor Emelianenko.
All of a sudden, Vera-Sylvia is big October 18, 2007
On Saturday night, we will get to find out "The Truth" about Brandon Vera. Brandon "The Truth" Vera, perhaps the...
Sorting out the issues in Couture's wake October 15, 2007
Randy Couture's abrupt resignation for the UFC raises a trail of questions about the future of MMA.
Can anyone live up to Couture's legacy? October 11, 2007
Randy Couture leaves mighty big shoes to fill. Who can fill the void?
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