UFC 130: Rampage Jackson vs. Thiago Silva, Frank Mir vs. Roy Nelson

A light heavyweight bout between Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and Thiago Silva is in the works for UFC 130. MMAJunkie.com reports that verbal agreements have been reached between the fighters. After being out of action for a year, Silva (15-2) returned to action at UFC 125 on Jan. 1 where he earned a unanimous decision victory [...]

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Source: http://www.mmainterplay.com/ufc-news/ufc-130-rampage-jackson-vs-thiago-silva-frank-mir-vs-roy-nelson-52956/

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UFC NEWS: Frankie Edgar medically suspended up to six months with nasal fracture; eight others handed medical suspensions at UFC 125

By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief

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A fractured nose suffered by UFC Lightweight Champion Frankie Edgar in his split draw with Gray Maynard on Saturday night at UFC 125 could hold off their pending rematch for a considerable amount of time.

According to the list of medical suspensions released by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (per MMAJunkie.com), Edgar has been medically suspended until July 1 due to the nasal fracture. He can be cleared early by a physician, but he's suspended at a minimum until February 16 with no contact until February 1.

That timetable pushes the rematch with Gray Maynard until likely April at the earliest, and it could be significantly later than that.

The rest of the medical suspensions for the event are below:

* Frankie Edgar: Suspended until July 1 due to nasal fracture, though an ENT doctor can clear him early; regardless, minimum suspension until Feb. 16 with no contact until Feb. 1

* Gray Maynard: Suspended until Feb. 16 with no contact until Jan. 23 due to facial lacerations

* Chris Leben: Suspended until Feb. 6 with no contact until Feb. 1 for precautionary reasons

* Brandon Vera: Suspended until July 1 due to nasal fracture, though an ENT doctor can clear him early; regardless, minimum suspension until Feb. 16 with no contact until Feb. 1

* Marcus Davis: Suspended until July 1 due to nasal fracture, though an ENT doctor can clear him early; regardless, minimum suspension until March 3 with no contact until Feb. 16

* Josh Grispi: Suspended until July 1 due to a jaw injury, though a, oral, maxial and facial doctor can clear him early; regardless, minimum suspension until Feb. 16 with no contact until Feb. 1

* Phil Baroni: Suspended until July 1 due to nasal fracture, though an ENT doctor can clear him early; regardless, minimum suspension until March 3 with no contact until Feb. 16

* Diego Nunes: Suspended until Jan. 23 with no contact until Jan. 16 due to left-eye contusion

* Greg Soto: Suspended until July 1 due to a left-shoulder injury, though an orthopedic doctor can clear him early

Penick's Analysis: This may lead to Anthony Pettis deciding to take a fight in the UFC prior to his title fight, especially if Edgar's return comes later than April, as that would leave him out of action upwards of nine months to a year. But hopefully for all involved Edgar will be able to get cleared to get back to action as soon as possible with that being the only significant damage he suffered in the fight. At least neither were hit with any joint injuries or serious limb breaks, as that could have set this rematch back for an even longer period of time.

Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/UFC_2/article_8031.shtml

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Jorge Gurgel signs multi-year deal with Strikeforce, fighting in March

Brazilian lightweight Jorge Gurgel is a rare breed in Mixed Martial Arts ripe with respect and possessing as big a heart as there is in the sport. A BJJ blackbelt, Gurgel often opts to stand and exchange on his feet against opponents rather than rely on his grappling background out of a love for the [...]

Source: http://fiveouncesofpain.com/2011/01/06/jorge-gurgel-signs-multi-year-deal-with-strikeforce-fighting-in-march/

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Young Tavares too much for old-school Baroni at UFC 125

Phil Baroni's been around MMA for a long time. His brawling, attacking style was effective back 2002, but it just doesn't cut it anymore. Baroni dropped to .500 for his career as he lost to Brad Tavares, an "Ultimate Fighter" alum. Tavares took Baroni's biggest shots and scored a TKO finish at 4:20 of the first round in the opening fight of the UFC 125 telecast on ION television.

"I knew going in there against a veteran like Baroni I could come and show what I can do, and show the rest of the UFC that I'm here as a contender," Tavares told UFC.com. "Winning it over Baroni is good, and finishing him like that is just icing on the cake." 

Baroni (13-13, 3-7 UFC) usually comes out like gangbusters, but exhibited self-control early in this one. Trying to manage his stamina, he slowly stalked the much younger Tavares. Just over a minute into the fight, Baroni, 34, showed off that massive power when he caught Tavares with a left hook. The punch buckled Tavares' legs and he hit the ground near the cage. Baroni probably made a mistake by jumping on top of Tavares to ry and finish the fight.

The Hawaiian survived and got his wits about him as the fight got back to the feet. The two minutes were highlighted by clinch work along the cage. With 1:10 left in the round, Baroni drilled Tavares with a knee that landed low. After a short break, the fight was restarted in the middle of the cage. Baroni had a little trouble getting the engine revved up again.

Tavares followed a combination with a left high kick that stopped Baroni in his tracks. The "New York Bad Ass" backed up towards the cage and ate a huge right hook. That was followed by a knee and three more punches that dropped Baroni. Tavares held his head down with his left hand and blasted away with rights. Eight unanswered shots forced referee Josh Rosenthal to stop the fight.

Baroni rose to his feet with blood splattered on his nose and a small cut under his right eye. 

Tavares (7-0, 2-0 UFC) reached the semifinals on TUF 11, where he lost a close decision to the eventual champ Court McGee. He turned 23 just 10 days ago and may be the brightest prospect from that season. 

UFC 125 undercard (Courtesy MMAjunkie):

Jacob Volkmann def. Antonio McKee via split decision (28-29, 29-28, 29-28).
Daniel Roberts def. Greg Soto via submission (kimura) - Round 1, 3:45.
Diego Nunes def. Mike Brown via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28).

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/mma/blog/cagewriter/post/Young-Tavares-too-much-for-old-school-Baroni-at-?urn=mma-302358

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Report: Eric Bischoff?s Son Given The ?Cold Shoulder?

Some TNA wrestlers have been giving referee Jackson James (real name Garrett Bischoff) the cold shoulder in recent weeks. Some won’t even acknowledge him in passing. He has heat amongst some wrestlers for still not revealing that he is the son of Eric Bischoff. At last word, the situation had not been addressed by anyone in a position of power, with one wrestler believing that management would prefer they be left in the dark despite the fact the news regarding James’ identity surfaced online. E Wrestling News

Source: http://www.ifight365.com/2011/01/report-eric-bischoffs-son-given-the-cold-shoulder/

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Strikeforce Challengers 13 Results: Woodley, St. Preux, and Cormier Earn Wins

Tyron Woodle, Ovince St. Preux, and Daniel Cormier earned decision wins in featured bouts at Friday's Strikeforce Challenger 13 event, while Amanda Nunes knocked out Julia Budd and Rhadi Ferguson remained unbeaten on the Showtime-televised card in Nashville.

Source: http://mmafrenzy.com/17177/strikeforce-challengers-13-results-woodley-st-preux-and-cormier-earn-wins/

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Strikeforce Live Blog: Daniel Cormier vs. Devin Cole Updates

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This is the Strikeforce live blog for Daniel Cormier vs. Devin Cole, a heavyweight bout on tonight's Strikeforce Challengers 13 on Showtime card from the Nashville Municipal Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn.

A two-time Olympic wrestler, Cormier (6-0) has been honing his MMA skills with Cain Velasquez and the rest of the members of the American Kickboxing Academy. Cole (18-8-1) is a former IFL competitor.

The live blog is below.

Source: http://www.mmafighting.com/2011/01/07/strikeforce-live-blog-daniel-cormier-vs-devin-cole-updates/

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