Countdown to UFC 110

Get ready for UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez by checking out the UFC 110 Countdown show that originally aired on Spike TV.

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Michael Bisping's UFC 110 Australia Blog - Feb. 18

Michael Bisping's UFC 110 video blog parts 1 and 2. What can we say, Bisping is busy in Australia and couldn't fit everything in one part.

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Velasquez: Nog Is A Lot Better Than Loss to Mir

Undefeated Cain Velasquez (7-0) takes on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (32-5) at UFC 110 in Sydney, Australia, with a possible title shot on the line.

During his preparation for the former UFC and Pride titleholder, Velasquez has studied tapes of countless Nogueira fights, but one he didn't put much stock in was the Brazilian's loss to Frank Mir at UFC 92 in December 2008.

"From watching all of the previous fights and the fights after that, I can't really study that night and say that's the same Nogueira that fought in all the previous fights and the fights after that," said the American Kickboxing Academy trained Velasquez.

Nogueira entered the bout with a staph infection and for the first time in his legendary mixed martial arts career, he was finished by an opponent.

"It's just a different guy. He just wasn't the same guy," stated Velasquez. "He's a lot better than he was in that fight."

Michael Bisping's UFC 110 Australia Blog - Feb. 17

The latest edition -- from Feb. 17 -- of Michael Bisping's video blog from the land down under and UFC 110.

Joe "Daddy" Stevenson's UFC 110 Video Blog from the Boat

Joe "Daddy" Stevenson's UFC 110 video blog from the Sydney Harbour Thunder Jet boat in Australia.

Ryan Bader's UFC 110 Video Blog from Sydney Harbour

Ryan Bader explores Sydney, including a trip to the aquarium where we see what he and his opponent Keith Jardine would look like in a life aquatica.

Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Trains For UFC 110

Former UFC and Pride champion, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, trains for his upcoming main event fight at UFC 110 against Cain Velasquez.

Michael Bisping's UFC 110 Australia Blog - Feb. 16

Michael Bisping shows several submission techniques... is this a hint of what he's got planned for Wanderlei Silva at UFC 110?

Frankie Edgar & Ricardo Almeda Seminars For Haiti Relief

UFC fighters Ricardo Almeida and Frankie Edgar will be offering MMA seminars at Thomas Clifford's Martial Arts Center to raise funds for the American Red Cross' Haiti relief program.

"What happened in Haiti was very sad and tragic. I'm privileged to be able to participate in this seminar to help the people of this torn country," said Edgar.

The training seminars will be held on February 17, 2010 from 6:30-9:30 pm. A $25 minimum donation is required to watch the training sessions, and a $50 minimum donation is required to participate. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross.

The gym will also be raffling tickets to UFC 111: ST-PIERRE v. HARDY, which takes place in Newark, Ney Jersey, on March 17th.

The event address is Thomas Clifford's Martial Arts Center, 8 Orangetown Center, Orangeburg, NY 10962.

Michael Bisping's UFC 110 Australia Blog - Feb. 14

Michael Bisping's UFC 110 video blog from Australia as he prepares for Wanderlei Silva. Special Guest: Quinton "Rampage" Jackson...

Joe Stevenson's UFC 110 Australia Blog

Joe Stevenson takes us inside his UFC 110 experience with special guest stars Rashad Evans, Keith Jardine, and Greg Jackson.

Ryan Bader's Long Strange Trip to Sydney and UFC 110

Ryan 'Darth' Bader shows you what it takes to go from Arizona to Australia. The people, the food, the airplane, and his favorite part of fight week.

UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez Extended Preview

An extended video preview of the upcoming UFC 110 card in Sydney, Australia, featuring Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Cain Velasquez and Wanderlei Silva vs. Michael Bisping...

Chael Sonnen Lays His Political Groundwork on FOX News

Chael Sonnen, the No. 1 contender for the UFC middleweight title, recently appeared on FOX News to start laying the groundwork for his run for political office in Oregon, says he's been involved in politics for a long time.

UFC Middleweight Contender Chael Sonnen Tap Dances on Healthcare

Following his win over Nate Marquardt at UFC 109, Chael Sonnen put his MMA gloves down to get in a little work on his political chops.

Sonnen announced last week that he would seek political office.

"I have officially announced my candidacy for District 37 in Oregon for the House of Representatives," Sonnen told MMAWeekly.com.

Running as a Republican, the preliminary election for the seat takes place in May and the general election in November.

"(The position is) currently held by a Republican, and he's vacating the seat to run for the U.S. Fifth Congressional District," said Sonnen. "I was recruited by the party to fill his seat."

At Saturday night's post-fight press conference, while most questions centered on fighting, Top 10 rankings, and title shots, Sonnen had to field a question about the controversial health care bill currently sitting before the federal government.

"I'll tell you, it's a big bill. It's a federal bill. I'm just a state guy. I'm running for State Representative in Oregon, so I'm going to be a politician and dance around your question a little bit. It's a big bill and nobody fully understands it," he commented.

"I'm running as a Republican, but the one thing the president says that I really like, he comes out and tells the GOP, 'If you've got a better idea, bring it to me.' And the GOP hasn't done that. That's the side I'm on. It creates a frustration. There's still more dialog that needs to be done on that topic."

He did a little politico tap dancing, but whattaya think Oregon, is Sonnen gonna make it to your House?

Ice, Ice Baby! Joe Rogan's Ice Spill Play-by-Play From UFC 109

Ronys Torres' corner made an egregious error at UFC 109 on Saturday night when their ice bag broke. Nevada officials only made it worse with their sloppy clean-up. Good thing Joe Rogan was there to so we didn't miss one second of the action... and to direct the clean-up process...

MMAWeekly Award For Best Social Media Profile Pic

Social networking has become a part of everyday society it seems, and MMA is no different when it comes to popular sites like Twitter and Facebook.

Fighters connect with their fans every single day using these sites, and Amir Sadollah has taken that to heart and even decided to take some new "senior" pics for everyone to see.

The former "Ultimate Fighter" winner takes the prize for this picture and if any other fighters want to submit an entry for "Best Profile Pic" send them to MMAWeekly.com and we'll get them up on the blog!

Thanks to Amir Sadollah and Suckerpunch Entertainment for the winning pic!

Check out Amir tonight -- Tuesday night -- on MMAWeekly.com Radio at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET.

Tito Talks TUF, Coleman Remarks, & Chuck Liddell

Just moments after a verbal spat with Mark Coleman after the Hall of Famer's loss to Randy Couture at UFC 109, Tito Ortiz spoke with examiner.com's Ryan McKinnell about the beef between the two, Tito's second stint as a coach on The Ultimate Fighter, and accusations he made about former champion Chuck Liddell's alleged alcohol abuse.



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All UFC Hall of Fame: Ken Shamrock Picks Couture vs. Coleman

This Saturday two UFC Hall of Fame inductees will clash for the first time since being enshrined as Randy "The Natural" Couture takes on Mark "The Hammer" Coleman meet at UFC 109.

In what could be a classic wrestler versus wrestler match-up, what could be the deciding factor towards victory?

To find out, MMAInsider spoke to fellow UFC Hall of Famer Ken Shamrock to see who he feels will come out on top and why.

"I've got Randy," said Shamrock. "The main reason why is that Randy is very dedicated to his training.

"He's always in good shape, he's tough and he doesn't mind the hardness of Mark Coleman."

While Shamrock wasted little time in choosing Couture, he feels that Coleman is far from overmatched in some areas.

"Mark's probably stronger than him," stated Shamrock. "Randy's strong, don't get me wrong – but I think unless (Coleman has) lost that, he is a very strong individual and I think he would have the strength (advantage) on Randy."

Strength aside, Shamrock pointed out what could very well be Coleman's Achilles' heel and ultimately cost him the fight.

"I don't believe (Coleman) will be able to get out of the first round because Randy pushes the fight too much," said Shamrock. "I just don't believe that Mark is going to have the cardio to go with (Randy) out of the first round."

Frank Trigg's Treasure Trove of Training Techniques

We're going old school to dig up some old technique footage from Frank Trigg, who fights Matt Serra Saturday night at UFC 109 in Las Vegas.

Triangle choke off the back:




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