Archive for January, 2010
The Sunday Junkie: Jan. 31 edition
“Strikeforce: Miami” is in the books, and the action-packed evening was the source of many discussion topics.
Are Bobby Lashley and Herschel Walker legitimate mixed martial artists?
What’s next for the biggest star in women’s mixed martial arts? Is
Strikeforce emerging as a legitimate contender for the UFC’s crown?
This week’s edition of The Sunday Junkie, MMAjunkie.com’s weekly
reader-feedback feature, touched on all of these topics and more, but
the winning entry, from Andrew “vice” Walter, argued that new welterweight
champion Nick Diaz is rapidly establishing himself as one of the sport’s most complete fighters.
Nick Diaz Looks Back on Title Win, Wants Georges St-Pierre Next
Nick Diaz held court following his first-round TKO victory over Marius Zaromskis Saturday night, and the new Strikeforce welterweight champion touched on everything from his performance in the fight, his belief that he doesn’t receive enough respect in the MMA community and some of his proudest accomplishments in MMA.
Diaz also said that he didn’t believe Jay Hieron, who defeated Joe Riggs at Strikeforce: Miami, was a worthy No. 1 contender and that the only fight that really excites him right now is one against UFC 170-pound champion Georges St-Pierre. Check out the video below.
Nick Diaz Looks Back on Title Win, Wants Georges St-Pierre Next originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:07:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Free agent Jay Hieron still not guaranteed title shot with new Strikeforce champ Nick Diaz
Following their respective wins at Saturday’s “Strikeforce: Miami” event, newly crowned welterweight champion Nick Diaz and top contender Jay Hieron would seem logical opponents for an upcoming card.
However, Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker isn’t sure Hieron deserves the title shot, and Diaz said he’d rather fight big-name fighters – not “undercard fighters” such as Hieron.
And perhaps the biggest stumbling block of all? Hieron, who signed with Strikeforce in 2009 primarily because he was promised a title shot, has fulfilled the terms of the contract and now needs a new deal if he’s to stay with the promotion.
VIDEO: Bobby Lashley vs Wes Sims Full fight
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqoGxBiwbRE Lashley gets the victory over Sims in the first round…..
Despite initial one-sided affair, Strikeforce’s Robbie Lawler said he stuck to game plan
SUNRISE, Fla. – Early Sunday morning on AirTran Airways flight 68 from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to Atlanta, Robbie Lawler and friend/training partner Matt Hughes slowly made their way down the aisle before takeoff.
Just hours removed from a stunning come-from-behind knockout victory over Melvin Manhoef at Saturday’s “Strikeforce: Miami” event, Lawler was still feeling the effects of the fight as he slowly limped to the back of the plane.
Lawler took serious punishment and was battered nearly from head to toe by his opponent’s offensive onslaught, but the former EliteXC middleweight champ said his miraculous come-from-behind win resulted from his ability to stick to a game plan.
Tim Kennedy latest addition to “EA Sports MMA” videogame roster
Strikeforce middleweight Tim Kennedy is the latest addition to the “EA Sports MMA” videogame roster.
Kennedy previously announced his involvement in the project, as MMAjunkie.com previously reported, though EA Sports officials made it officially only overnight.
The game, available on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 platforms, is expected to be released in late summer 2010.
Coker Says Aoki, Sakurai, Toughill Will Get Title Shots
Filed under: Strikeforce
SUNRISE, Fla. — An exhausted Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker asked to sit down before granting an interview in the wee hours of Sunday morning following what he termed a successful Strikeforce Miami show, but he wasn’t looking to take much of a break.
Coker is already preparing to promote several big fights in the spring, including fights pitting champions Gilbert Melendez, Nick Diaz and Cris Cyborg against new challengers.
Coker Says Aoki, Sakurai, Toughill Will Get Title Shots originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Sun, 31 Jan 2010 08:15:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Jay Hieron Ready for Elusive Title Shot
Filed under: Strikeforce, FanHouse Exclusive, Videos
SUNRISE, Fla. — Jay Hieron picked up his second straight Strikeforce victory on Saturday night against Joe Riggs, and when MMA Fighting caught up with the former IFL champion moments after the victory, he said his unanimous decision win should put him next in line for Nick Diaz and his newly won 170-pound title.
Hieron also talked about the nasty cut he sustained in the fight and his overall impression of the fight. Check out the video interview below.
Jay Hieron Ready for Elusive Title Shot originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Sun, 31 Jan 2010 06:47:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Joe Riggs Frustrated With Referee After Jay Hieron Loss
Filed under: Strikeforce, FanHouse Exclusive, Videos
SUNRISE, Fla. — Joe Riggs‘ four-fight winning streak was stopped on Saturday night when he lost via unanimous decision to Jay Hieron. MMA Fighting spoke to the veteran moments after the loss about how Hieron’s cut affected him throughout the fight and his thoughts on his performance.
Check out the video interview below.
Joe Riggs Frustrated With Referee After Jay Hieron Loss originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Sun, 31 Jan 2010 06:29:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Marloes Coenen: Fight Was Stopped Too Soon
Filed under: Strikeforce, FanHouse Exclusive, Videos
SUNRISE, Fla. — MMA Fighting spoke to Marloes Coenen moments after her title loss to Cris Cyborg at Strikeforce: Miami on Saturday night. The Dutch fighter was visibly beat up and upset, yet remained positive despite losing the biggest fight of her life.
Coenen reflected on the loss and discussed why she believed the fight was too soon. Check out the video interview.
Marloes Coenen: Fight Was Stopped Too Soon originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Sun, 31 Jan 2010 05:57:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds.
