1. The Countdown: UFC's 10 Greatest Rivalries

    When two guys hate each other, more often than not, they are going to fight. Fighting isn’t always the answer to solving a problem, but if you make a living out of punching people in the face, a fight solves everything...

    Mitchell Ciccarelli Written by Mitchell Ciccarelli about almost 4 years ago 7,927 reads 31 comments

  2. FeMMA: "The Black Widow" Lisa King

    When most people begin training in martial arts, they don't expect it to take over a large portion of their lives. Such was the case for "The Black Widow" Lisa King. "When I began Muay Thai, it was just a way to stay in shape...

    Mitchell Ciccarelli Written by Mitchell Ciccarelli about 4 years ago 945 reads 6 comments

  3. Lyoto Machida vs. Rashad Evans: The Breakdown

    For the first time ever in UFC history, two undefeated warriors will battle for the gold. The newly crowned UFC Light Heavyweight champion “Sugar” Rashad Evans (18-0-1) will defend ...

    Mitchell Ciccarelli Written by Mitchell Ciccarelli about 4 years ago 4,280 reads 15 comments

  4. The Countdown: Top 10 Power Punchers in MMA Today

    In the sport of mixed martial arts, certain fighters develop a reputation for having incredible knockout power. In the last decade, two of the best in this category have been former UFC Light ...

    Mitchell Ciccarelli Written by Mitchell Ciccarelli about 4 years ago 2,316 reads 31 comments

  5. Matt Hughes Vs. Matt Serra: An in Depth Look

    Nothing gets the adrenaline pumping like a good, old fashion grudge match and on May 23rd that is exactly what we are going to get as two former champions finally square off inside the octagon! ...

    Mitchell Ciccarelli Written by Mitchell Ciccarelli about 4 years ago 1,407 reads 5 comments

  6. The Countdown: Top 10 Best Jiu-Jitsu Fighters in MMA Today

    Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a beautiful art and one of the most effective forms of combat in the world. It involves using leverage and technique rather than brute strength to apply joint locks and choke holds to force your opponent into submission...

    Mitchell Ciccarelli Written by Mitchell Ciccarelli about 4 years ago 9,495 reads 83 comments

  7. The Countdown: Top Five Best Wrestlers in MMA Today

    It’s no secret that wrestling is the strongest base to have as an MMA fighter. It has been proven time and time again that fighters who come from a strong wrestling background will usually transition rather easily into MMA...

    Mitchell Ciccarelli Written by Mitchell Ciccarelli about 4 years ago 3,225 reads 52 comments

  8. Cheick Kongo: Deserving of a Title Shot? I Don't Think So

    After finishing off a game opponent in Antoni Hardonk with strikes in the second round, people are asking the usual questions. Is Cheick Kongo now deserving of a UFC title shot? I don’t think so...

    Mitchell Ciccarelli Written by Mitchell Ciccarelli about 4 years ago 702 reads 11 comments

  9. Stuck to the Prelims: Analyzing Eliot Marshall Vs. Vinny Magalhaes

    I’m honestly genuinely surprised that more people aren’t talking about the preliminary fight between TUF Season Eight veterans Eliot Marshall and finalist Vinny Magalhaes. Sure it’s not as big as Chuck Liddell vs...

    Mitchell Ciccarelli Written by Mitchell Ciccarelli about 4 years ago 327 reads 11 comments

  10. The Countdown:Top Five Best Strikers in MMA

    Coming from primarily a striking background, I have always been intrigued with the art of stand up fighting in mixed martial arts...

    Mitchell Ciccarelli Written by Mitchell Ciccarelli about 4 years ago 3,873 reads 7 comments

  11. Gray Maynard: The Lightweight Division's Future King

    Being such a huge MMA fan and a long time martial artist I tend to get asked several questions from friends and family members about the sport. One of the more popular questions I have answered recently has been about my opinion on the future of MMA...

    Mitchell Ciccarelli Written by Mitchell Ciccarelli about 4 years ago 126 reads 7 comments