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May
20

MMA: Melendez edges Thomson, keeps lightweight crown - OCRegister

2012-05-20

Bleacher Report
MMA: Melendez edges Thomson, keeps lightweight crown
OCRegister
In preliminary action, Jackson Mixed Martial Arts export Isaac Vallie-Flagg took a split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) from Gesias “JZ” Cavalcante at lightweight; undefeated Imperial Athletics prospect Carlos Augusto Filho captured a unanimous verdict ...
MMA: Barnett says he's the fighter 'all the hipsters love'Reno Gazette-Journal
Daniel Cormier Delivers Thorough, Defining Win Against Wily Veteran Josh BarnettYahoo! Sports
Daniel Cormier completes improbable runESPN (blog)
MMAjunkie.com -San Francisco Chronicle -Bleacher Report
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May
20

BC-MMA--UFC-Jones DWI,1st Ld-Writethru, MMA - The Huntsville Times - al.com

2012-05-20

TSN
BC-MMA--UFC-Jones DWI,1st Ld-Writethru, MMA
The Huntsville Times - al.com
Jones is the UFC's 205-pound champion and one of the biggest stars in mixed martial arts. The 24-year-old former college wrestler has skyrocketed to the top of his sport since turning pro in April 2008, going 16-1 with an unmatched combination of ...
Jon Jones' DUI Arrest Won't Affect His Public Image: Fan's ViewYahoo! Sports
PENICK: The Public Image of UFC Champ Jon Jones in Wake of DUI ArrestMMATorch
BREAKING: UFC Champion Jon Jones Arrested on Suspicion of DUIYahoo! Canada Sports

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May
20

Ronda Rousey-Sarah Kaufman title fight targeted for late-summer Strikeforce card - MMAjunkie.com

2012-05-20

MMAjunkie.com
Ronda Rousey-Sarah Kaufman title fight targeted for late-summer Strikeforce card
MMAjunkie.com
Rousey (5-0 MMA, 3-0 SF) is expected to defend her title against former champ Sarah Kaufman (15-1 MMA, 6-1 SF). The fight likely would serve as the Showtime-televised event's headliner. "I believe she'll be fighting on that card, but it's not official ...
Should Ronda Rousey Headline UFC on Fox 4? Fan's ViewYahoo! Sports
Ronda Rousey Vs. Sarah Kaufman Possible For This SummerFightLine.com

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May
19

MMA: Falcao tops Spang, wins Bellator's Season 6 Middleweight Tournament - OCRegister

2012-05-19

Opposing Views
MMA: Falcao tops Spang, wins Bellator's Season 6 Middleweight Tournament
OCRegister
Backed by relentless clinch work, powerful takedowns and smothering ground-and-pound, Falcao survived a point deduction to earn a unanimous nod over Andreas Spang in the Bellator Fighting Championships Season 6 middleweight tournament final at Bellator ...
Bellator: Karl Amoussou Wins with Sweet Judo Throws, Judoka Megumi Fujii ...Yahoo! Sports
Bellator 69 results: Falcao victorious in tourney final, Amoussou survives RickelsMMAjunkie.com
MMA Analysis: Keep an Eye on Andreas and Chris Spang this WeekendOpposing Views
MMATorch -SportsPageMagazine.com -MMAmania.com
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May
20

Rebellion MMA Radio: UFC's Shane Roller and Dennis Bermudez, Journalist Josh Nason - MMAFrenzy.com

2012-05-20

MMAFrenzy.com
Rebellion MMA Radio: UFC's Shane Roller and Dennis Bermudez, Journalist Josh Nason
MMAFrenzy.com
It's a busy week in the MMA world between UFC on Fuel 3 and Strikeforce Grand Prix Final but Rebellion MMA Radio hosts Mitch Ciccarelli and Bryan Levick aren't taking a break to bask in all the caged glory. This Sunday night the show welcomes two ...

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May
19

MMA: 'The Ultimate Fighter 15' Episode 11 recap - OCRegister

2012-05-19

MMA: 'The Ultimate Fighter 15' Episode 11 recap
OCRegister
We begin with the recap from the previous week's episode, where James Vick took a unanimous decision from Joe Proctor and Mike Chiesa upset Justin Lawrence via third-round TKO in the first two quarterfinal matchups. In Episode 11 of “The Ultimate ...

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May
20

Coker: 'Feijao' vs. Mousasi likely for vacant Strikeforce light-heavyweight title - MMAjunkie.com

2012-05-20

MMAjunkie.com
Coker: 'Feijao' vs. Mousasi likely for vacant Strikeforce light-heavyweight title
MMAjunkie.com
Following a grueling training camp, Rafael "Feijao" Cavalcante (12-3 MMA, 5-2 SF) – who made quick work of Mike Kyle at Saturday's Strikeforce event – is looking for a little rest and relaxation before his tentative title fight with Mousasi (32-3-1 MMA ...
Despite injuries, Mike Kyle continues hunt for MMA titleVancouver Sun
Strikeforce: Barnett Vs. Cormier - Rafael 'Feijao' Cavalcante Guillotines Mike ...Bloody Elbow

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May
20

Video: Strikeforce fighters look back - USA TODAY

2012-05-20

Video: Strikeforce fighters look back
USA TODAY
Sergio Non became interested in mixed martial arts in the late 1990s but didn't become a fan until the Pride 2000 Grand Prix. He believes knees to the head and Shooto-style grappling pants should be allowed; thinks shirts and wrestling shoes should be ...


May
19

Dana White -- Former MMA Fighter Threatens to Kill UFC… - TMZ.com

2012-05-19

Celebrity Dirty Laundry
Dana White -- Former MMA Fighter Threatens to Kill UFC…
TMZ.com
UFC Prez Dana White is on the receiving end of some terrifying death threats from an ex-MMA fighter who says he plans to "shoot [Dana] right in the head" -- and now cops are on the case. It's unclear what started the beef, but the wannabe fighter ...
MMA Fighter Dan Quinn Threatens to Kill UFC's Dana WhiteCelebrity Dirty Laundry
WTF of the Day: Headcase Dan Quinn Being Investigated for Death Threats Toward ...Cagepotato
Former Fighter Threatens to Kill UFC President Dana White5thRound.com
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May
19

Undisputed 3 for PS3: Martial Arts from a Gaming Perspective - Yahoo! Sports

2012-05-19

Undisputed 3 for PS3: Martial Arts from a Gaming Perspective
Yahoo! Sports
Contributor Network – 12 hours ago As a fan of many popular sports games, I am ashamed to admit that I am not very familiar with an often overshadowed side of them, the virtual wrestling and MMA world... but not without good cause.


May
16

Mobile Marketing Association Launches MMA Mexico

2012-05-16
SAO PAULO, May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mobile Marketing Association (MMA), the leading global trade association for the mobile industry, today announces the launch of MMA Mexico.  The newest of the ...
May
20

MMA: Barnett says he's the fighter 'all the hipsters love'

2012-05-20
SAN JOSE, CALIF. — Josh Barnett might be the best heavyweight in the world, but by virtue of fighting outside the UFC, he’ll remain unknown to a large swath of fans who think the promotion and sport of MMA are synonymous.
May
14

The MMA Mobile Circus Comes To Town

2012-05-14
NEW YORK, May 14, 2012  /PRNewswire/ -- The International Festival of Creativity – Cannes Lions, the Mobile Marketing Association (MMA), the leading global trade association for the mobile industry, and ...
May
19

MMA: The Same Things That Make the Sport Appealing Are What Holds It Back

2012-05-19
MMA is a three-syllable acronym that could also be expressed in two words and two syllables: “It hurts!” And playing or even just watching this hurting game is not everyone’s cup of tea. The sight of two athletes trying to beat the other through striking and grappling appeals to sports fans who prefer combat sports. Others fans prefer watching ball games, or even the less physically demanding ...
May
09

The MMA Announces Expanded Award Categories For The SMARTIES™ To Reflect How Marketers Employ The Power Of Mobile To ...

2012-05-09
NEW YORK, May 9, 2012 The Mobile Marketing Association (MMA), the leading global trade association for the mobile industry, today announced new, expanded categories for The SMARTIES™, the only global awards ...
May
09

MMA Top 10 Rankings: Georges St-Pierre Out, Carlos Condit Takes Top Spot

2012-05-09
The updated MMAWeekly.com World MMA Rankings were released on Wednesday, May 9. This system ranks the Top 10 MMA fighters from across the world in each of the seven most widely accepted men’s weight classes and the Top 10 pound-for-pound women fighters.
May
11

MMA brings fans, controversy as popularity grows

2012-05-11
FOX Carolina goes in-depth on mixed martial arts and the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
May
18

MMA vet Josh Barnett still fighting at a top-notch level entering Strikeforce heavyweight final

2012-05-18
Strikeforce's World Grand Prix comes to a head Saturday night when Josh Barnett squares off against Daniel Cormier.
May
19

MMA cadet charged after car injures three

2012-05-19
A Massachusetts Maritime Academy junior was arrested early this morning after he allegedly struck three people on Academy Drive in Bourne while returning from a Main Street bar, the school said.Max Yerger, 21, of Westerly, R.I., pleaded not guilty in Falmouth District Court today to charges of operating under the influence of liquor causing serious bodily injury, negligent operation, and leaving ...
May
16

Do Hardcore MMA Fans Secretly Hope It Fails to Go Mainstream?

2012-05-16
MMA fans are a hateful bunch, but the most hateful of all are the self-proclaimed "hardcore" fans who spit on others and seemingly wish for a dark future for the UFC and MMA itself.  However, even amongst hardcore fans, there is a schism. There are the hardcore fans who simply have a wide-eyed love of the sport and all of the brave athletes who partake in it. Their love of MMA has fueled them to ...