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The UFC's Most Wanted List
Derek Bolender scours the MMA landscape for five fighters the UFC should stop at nothing to recruit.
Written by Derek Bolender about 3 days ago 23 comments -
UFC 88: Uh Oh Hendo?
With his back against the wall, Derek Bolender wonders which Dan Henderson will show up at UFC 88.
Written by Derek Bolender about 9 days ago 16 comments -
Ironically, Cro Cop-Groomed Reljic Primed for UFC Success
Derek Bolender takes a closer look at UFC newcomer and rising light heavyweight star Goran Reljic.
Written by Derek Bolender about 14 days ago 21 comments -
Kenny Florian Deserves Criticism Too
Kenny Florian has avoided criticism heading into UFC 87, but his opponent Roger Huerta is a lighting rod of negativity. Derek Bolender wonders what gives.
Written by Derek Bolender about 19 days ago 14 comments -
UFC in Chicago a Very Big Deal
Derek Bolender discusses the significance of the UFC's first ever event in the state of Illinois and gives credit to UFC management for making it come to fruition.
Written by Derek Bolender about 29 days ago 5 comments -
Jon Fitch Ready for His Close Up
Derek Bolender takes a closer look at under-appreciated No. 1 contender Fitch as he edges closer to the biggest fight of his career against Georges St. Pierre with the welterweight championship on the line.
Written by Derek Bolender about about 1 month ago 11 comments -
MMA: Eddie Alvarez-DREAM Interrupted
Derek Bolender examines how the opportunity of a lifetime quickly turned to disappointment for American MMA star Eddie Alvarez in the DREAM Lightweight Grand Prix Tournament.
Written by Derek Bolender about about 1 month ago 6 comments -
MMA: Rampage's Troubles Good For Business?
Derek Bolender explores the positive impact of Quinton "Rampage" Jackson's negative actions.
Written by Derek Bolender about about 1 month ago 4 comments -
UFC: Will the Real Brandon Vera Please Stand Up?
Derek Bolender takes a look at the long awaited drop of Brandon Vera from heavyweight to light heavyweight in the UFC.
Written by Derek Bolender about about 1 month ago 3 comments -
EliteXC: Jake Shields Is the Golden Boy, Not Kimbo
Derek Bolender takes a look at Jake Shields, a silent MMA superstar hiding behind a marketing machine.
Written by Derek Bolender about about 1 month ago 10 comments -
UFC: How Do You Squash A Spider?
Derek Bolender examines how and why UFC middleweight champion Anderson "The Spider" Silva will inevitably lose.
Written by Derek Bolender about about 1 month ago 11 comments -
MMA: Top 10 Welterweights (Part II of IV), Second Quarter 2008
Derek Bolender, in part two of a five part series, stacks up the best welterweights in MMA against one another for an updated welterweight rankings list. Where do your favorite fighters rank?
Written by Derek Bolender about 2 months ago 25 comments -
MMA: Top 10 Lightweights (Part 1 of 5) - 2nd Quarter 2008
Derek Bolender, in part one of a five part series, stacks up the best lightweights in MMA against one another for an updated lightweight rankings list. Where do your favorite fighters rank?
Written by Derek Bolender about 2 months ago 12 comments -
UFC Light Heavyweight Championship: Don’t You Dare Count Out Forrest Griffin
Derek Bolender discusses why you shouldn't be surprised if Forrest Griffin becomes the new UFC Light Heavyweight Champion at UFC 86.
Written by Derek Bolender about 2 months ago 25 comments -
MMA: Get to Know the Fastest Growing Sport in America
Derek Bolender dissects the growing phenomenon known as Mixed Martial Arts for those who find themselves wondering what all the fuss is about.
Written by Derek Bolender about 2 months ago 39 comments -
UFC: How Brandon Vera Will Become the Next Heavyweight Champion
Derek Bolender explains why Brandon "The Truth" Vera is bound for UFC glory.
Written by Derek Bolender about 2 months ago 36 comments -
UFC: The Best Yet to Come for "Shogun" Rua?
Derek Bolender looks over the ups and downs in the brief career of Mauricio “Shogun” Rua, and wonders what the future holds for one of the most talented MMA fighters in the world.
Written by Derek Bolender about 3 months ago 22 comments -
UFC Commentators: Love Em’ or Love To Hate Em’?
Derek Bolender discusses the UFC commentators that fans either tend to love or love to hate.
Written by Derek Bolender about 3 months ago 20 comments -
MMA Preview: WEC Featherweight Champ Urijah Faber vs. Jens Pulver
Derek Bolender previews the Urijah Faber vs. Jens Pulver match up, which may be the biggest fight in WEC history.
Written by Derek Bolender about 3 months ago 24 comments -
MMA: Fedor Emelianenko Out To Prove He's Still King
Derek Bolender examines the meaning and magnitude of the upcoming super bout between Fedor Emelianenko and Tim Sylvia.
Written by Derek Bolender about 3 months ago 11 comments -
UFC: Frank Mir Likely On Deck For Antonio Rodrigo “Big Nog” Nogueira
Derek Bolender looks into the likelihood of Frank Mir being the next challenger for UFC Heavyweight Champion Antonio Rodrigo "Big Nog" Nogueira.
Written by Derek Bolender about 3 months ago 14 comments -
Memo to UFC's Anderson Silva: Give It Up Already
Derek Bolender approaches the rumored bout between Anderson Silva and Roy Jones Jr. with some common sense.
Written by Derek Bolender about 3 months ago 20 comments -
UFC Fighters: Who Has The Best Entrance?
Derek Bolender reveals his favorite UFC fighter entrances and wants to know what your favorites are and why.
Written by Derek Bolender about 4 months ago 19 comments -
UFC: Chuck Liddell vs. Mauricio Shogun Fight Still Likely
Derek Bolender discusses how the Chuck Liddell vs. Shogun fight may happen after all—and offers some advice to Rua.
Written by Derek Bolender about 4 months ago 13 comments -
Gesias “JZ” Calvancante-Shinya Aoki: A Must Watch For MMA Fans
Derek Bolender sets out to alert the MMA world of a potential great fight looming on the horizon that is flying way below the radar.
Written by Derek Bolender about 4 months ago 7 comments
