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Video: Paul Buentello talks UFC,Strikeforce, Affliction & Miami INKOriginal at YouTube
• Wed, Sep 10
By rss@youtube.com (KNOXXgear) KNOXX VIDEO Christine Lee interviews Paul "The Head Hunter" Buentello. Paul talks about UFC, Strikeforce and Affliction organizations. He also talks about his new tattoo from Chris Nunez of Miami Ink and his experience on being on the Miami Ink tv show.
Video: my Top 5 MMA Fighters pound for pound (JUMBLEJUNKIE.COM)Original at YouTube
• Sat, Aug 2
By rss@youtube.com (jumblejunkie) Jumblejunkie.com presents my top 5 MMA fighers pound for pound. I know this is an argument that goes back and forth with MMA fans but this is my opinion only. Feedback would be awesome! Keywords: Top MMA Fighters pound UFC PRIDE Affliction Elite XC Strikeforce WEC DREAM cage knockout submiss...
Video: MMA Challenge: Silva as 205 and 185 Pound ChampOriginal at YouTube
• Sun, Jul 13
By rss@youtube.com (Meodread) My thoughts on the chances of this happening and reason why it will or will not Author: Meodread Keywords: MMA UFC Pride Dreams World Victory Road Cage Rage Affliction EliteXC Eltie Strikeforce Added: July 13, 2008
Video: Re: MMA Roundup # 2 - PhantomUFCfanOriginal at YouTube
• Wed, Jul 2
By rss@youtube.com (Meodread) little lazy but here it is Author: Meodread Keywords: MMA UFC Pride Dreams World Victory Road Cage Rage Affliction EliteXC Eltie Strikeforce Added: July 2, 2008
Video: Strikeforce - Scott Smith Possibly Outing Tom AtencioOriginal at YouTube
• Mon, Jun 16
By rss@youtube.com (xxFighterxAngel) Scott Smith might have outed Affliction owner Tom Atencio around the 1:00 mark of the video Author: xxFighterxAngel Keywords: EliteXC Elite XC Affliction UFC MMA Pride FC Added: November 24, 2008
The Overpaid List
Original at Bloody Elbow
• Tue, Nov 25
By dropkick101 1. Brandon Vera ($200,000 - UFN 14) 2. Tim Sylvia ($800,000 - Affliction: Banned) 5. Ben Rothwell ($250,000 - Affliction: Banned) 7. Matt Lindland ($375,000 - Affliction: Banned) 10. Kazuo Misaki ($1,400 - Strikeforce at the Mansion 2)
Podcast: Promoter’s Spotlight: Monte Cox
Original at MMAPayout.com
• Tue, Nov 25
By kphilpott Although Sylvia and Rothwell are both fighter clients on Cox’s management side, he also signed them along with Miletich as a means to leverage brand recognition. He’s aiming to compete at that next level just below the UFC along with the likes of Strikeforce , WEC, Affliction, and maybe th...
MMA Hot Stuff: Who Would Be Lesnar's Toughest Test? Your Votes Are In!
Original at MMA Hot Stuff
• Mon, Nov 24
Fight For The Troops" Auction · Strikeforce "Destruction": Weigh-In Results · ESPN MMA Live Episode 28 · UFC 95: The Spider VS The Iceman??? Rumors begin! MMA Live: UFC 91 Post-Fight Extra · Fedor calls out Lesnar! Affliction: Day of ...
Babalu Takes Strikeforce Title - MMAUniverse.com
Original at MMAUniverse.com
• Mon, Nov 24
Babalu was famously kicked out of the UFC for holding onto a choke too long in his victory over David Heath at UFC 74: Respect. Since then - the Brazilian bad boy has had plenty of offers. He appeared on the Affliction: Banned card and ...
Strikeforce Interested in Gina Carano | MMA News, Photos, Videos ...
Original at mma.wrestlenewz.com
• Mon, Nov 24
Many regional promotions want Carano, and even UFC President Dana White recently raved about Carano’s skills and said he’d consider putting her in the UFC’s sister company, the WEC, which airs on Versus. Affliction Vice President Tom ...
The Week in Quotes, November 15th - 21st
Original at Bloody Elbow
• Sat, Nov 22
By Mike Fagan It feels good." - Pioneer referee John McCarthy, on returning to officiated duties at Strikeforce: "Destruction." (MMA Junkie) AFFLICTION, NOW OFFENDING SOCCER MOMS The presentation really is first class." - Hatton, who was in attendance for UFC 91.
Renato Babalu Sobral Crowned at Strikeforce
Original at Bleacher Report
• Sat, Nov 22
By Mike Saf Babalu made it clear that he would do everything and anything possible to take this victory, and it seems like this time he prevailed. Next, Renato Babalu will face Matt Lindland in Affliction’s Day of Reckoning, confirmed to debut on January 24th, 2009.
Today in MMA: UFC, Dana White, Strikeforce, EliteXC, Affliction ...
Original at MMA FanHouse
• Sat, Nov 22
Above, UFC President Dana White poses for some pictures for an ESPN Magazine photographer. Strikeforce full results: Scott Smith knocked out Terr.
HDNet Fights - Southworth-Sobral, Edwards-Ludwig set for Strikeforce
Original at HDNet Fights
• Fri, Nov 21
Sobral last saw action against Mike Whitehead at Affliction’s inaugural show in June, also earning the judges’ favor. The initial meeting between Southworth and Sobral had been set for “Strikeforce at the Playboy Mansion II,” but it was ...
HDNet and FEG USA Announce Partnership for K-1 Kickboxing ...
Original at Bloody Elbow
• Fri, Nov 21
It’s a must for an MMA fan. Trust me! Strikeforce event tonight and Affliction undercard in January! K-1 GP in a couple of weeks! :). by MMASuPreMaCy on Nov 21, 2008 2:09 PM EST to parent up reply reply 0 recs ...
Today in MMA: Tito Ortiz, Jon Fitch, Dream, Strikeforce, UFC 90 ...
Original at MMA FanHouse
• Fri, Nov 21
Tito Ortiz talks about his future, his back surgery, and various other subjects. He says he'll be fighting this summer for either Affliction or UFC.
Outside the Octagon
Original at Sherdog.com
• Fri, Nov 21
- Nov 21, 2008 In the last year, Sobral has signed non-exclusive deals with no less than five promotions, Strikeforce and Affliction Entertainment among the most notable. ...
Southworth-Sobral, Ludwig-Edwards Set for Strikeforce
Original at Sherdog.com
• Thu, Nov 20
- Nov 20, 2008 Sobral last saw action against Mike Whitehead at Affliction’s inaugural show in June, also earning the judges’ favor. The initial meeting between Southworth ...
» Mike Swick: Scab?
Original at Cage Potato
• Thu, Nov 20
I think the AKA fighters should show soldarity to their brother and leave the UFC and they should all join Strikeforce. Strikeforce is based in San Jose and is making money, unlike Affliction. Imagine Fitch, Koschek, Cain Velasquez and ...
Carano still trying to make fight with Cyborg happen - Strikeforce
Original at 164mph
• Wed, Nov 19
• 4 related articles
With Affliction out of the running and the UFC/WEC not likely, the best fit for Carano vs. Cyborg would seem to be Strikeforce. Strikeforce makes sense because they already feature women's MMA and they have a deal with NBC, . ...
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Fast and furious: Renato ‘Babalu’ Sobral Strikeforce interview exclusive with MMAmania.com
Original at MMAmania.com
• Tue, Nov 18
By Adam Wagner The event takes place at the HP Pavillion in San Jose, California and will air on HDNet. Babalu Sobral: My future is now with Strikeforce on November 21 against Bobby Southworth. That’s my future. But yes, we are under contract with Strikeforce and Affliction, no others.
"Affliction: Day of Reckoning" tickets on sale Wednesday
Original at MMAjunkie.com
• Mon, Nov 17
OH - Nov 17, 2008 Look at Strikeforce they are doing good business with virtually no ppv at all. I have high hopes for Affliction to become a stable in the MMA world but they ...
Strikeforce On NBC: Billy Evangelista vs Nam Phan
Original at MMA Convert
• Sun, Nov 16
• 5 related articles
Strikeforce on NBC from Nov. 15. Billy Evangelista takes on Nam Phan in this week's episode. ... Adrenaline MMA: Monson vs. Russow · Affliction · Affliction II: Day of Reckoning · Affliction III · Affliction: Banned ...
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Affliction "Day of Reckoning" Card Update + HDNet Undercard ...
Original at 164mph
• Sat, Nov 15
Buentello is 26-10 in an MMA career that dates back to 1997. In addition to having competed for the UFC, Buentello has also fought for Strikeforce. He holds notable wins over David “Tank” Abbott, J... - Strikeforce.
Terry Martin vs. Scott Smith added to "Strikeforce: Destruction"
Original at MMAjunkie.com
• Sat, Nov 15
• 1 related articles
OH - Nov 15, 2008 Martin, meanwhile, is also a veteran of the UFC. Since leaving the organization, he's gone 2-1 with a handful of organizations, including Affliction, ...
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Former UFC Fighter Added to Affliction's Next Event; Updated Card
Original at Impact Wrestling
• Fri, Nov 14
- Nov 14, 2008 Buentello is 26-10 in an MMA career that dates back to 1997. In addition to having competed for the UFC, Buentello has also fought for Strikeforce. ...
Showtime Taking Over Production for Affliction; Lindland, Matyushenko, Buentello Confirmed for “Reckoning”
Original at Cage Potato
• Thu, Nov 13
By ben Josh Gross at SI reports that Showtime Sports will be responsible for producing and distributing Affliction’s “Day of Reckoning” pay-per-view card on January 24th; an official announcement will come Monday. Showtime Sports produced all the ShoXC and EliteXC broadcasts on the premiu...
Affliction "Day of Reckoning" Card Update + HDNet Undercard
Original at Bloody Elbow
• Thu, Nov 13
By MMASuPreMaCy Buentello is 26-10 in an MMA career that dates back to 1997. In addition to having competed for the UFC, Buentello has also fought for Strikeforce. He holds notable wins over David “Tank” Abbott, Justin Eilers, and Mike Kyle. His most recent fight was a unanimous decision victory over Gary Go...
Carano still trying to make fight with Cyborg happen
Original at Houston Chronicle
• Mon, Nov 10
• 4 related articles
By Jared Barnes With Affliction out of the running and the UFC/WEC not likely, the best fit for Carano vs. Cyborg would seem to be Strikeforce. Strikeforce makes sense because they already feature women's MMA and they have a deal with NBC, ...
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Gina Carano & Cyborg Santos Make Pact To Fight For Same Promotion ...
Original at MMA Convert
• Fri, Nov 7
By Steve Barry Of course, money always talks and Affliction likes to throw it around so we can’t completely eliminate them as a potential home for Carano and Cyborg, but as of right now, at least in North America, Strikeforce seems like the most ...
Showtime to sell select ProElite assets at November 17 public auction
Original at MMAmania.com
• Tue, Nov 4
• 4 related articles
By Jesse Holland It’s going to be interesting to see how many of these guys (and gals) end up in the UFC, Strikeforce, WEC, Affliction, or any of the other organizations out there. In the end, the talent was there near the top … it just wasn’t enough to compensate for all the other shortcomings and struggles th...
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The MMA Buzz: Kimbo Slice, Anderson Silva, and More
Original at ringsidereport.com
• Mon, Nov 3
VA - Nov 3, 2008 The UFC is not his only choice, Strikeforce and Affliction look to do well and pick up serious fighters in the aftermath of the collapse of XC, ...
Punch Drunk Hangover 11.03.08: The Halloween Hangover
Original at 411mania.com
• Sun, Nov 2
• 10 related articles
TX - Nov 2, 2008 If not Strikeforce, Affliction wouldn't be a bad alternative, as Gina could promote the clothing company's female apparel line while still staying active ...
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WAMMA Co-Founder Michael B. Lynch Speaks to RSR
Original at ringsidereport.com
• Sun, Nov 2
VA - Nov 2, 2008 WAMMA is open to working with all promotions - Affliction, UFC, EliteXC, Adrenaline MMA, Strikeforce, M-1, WEC, HDNet Fights, etc - with the goal of ...
Strikeforce Drawing Viewers on NBC
Original at MMA on Tap
• Thu, Oct 30
By David M Singer What Strikeforce does not have is a nasty rivalry with UFC president Dana White, who danced on EliteXC’s grave last week and jabs away at pay-per-view rival Affliction. White says Strikeforce, a slowly expanding California promoter that is building on experience in kickboxing and othe...
IFL's Assets Sold To HDNet
Original at 411mania.com
• Thu, Oct 30
• 10 related articles
IFL's Assets Sold To HDNet TX - Oct 30, 2008 HDNet is becoming a hot destination for MMA organizations. They currently air DREAM, Affliction, Strikeforce, and a host of other MMA shows.
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Tito Ortiz, Forgotten But Not Gone
Original at Bleacher Report
• Tue, Oct 28
CA - Oct 28, 2008 Affliction announced that fighter salaries would be "adjusted," which is a nice way of saying slashed. As for Strikeforce, the American Fight League, ...
'Ruthless' Free in Days, Says Manager
Original at Sherdog.com
• Tue, Oct 28
MMATorch - Oct 28, 2008 With outlets like Affliction Entertainment and Strikeforce said to be under consideration for the coveted slot, lengthy asset sales auctions only slow down ... Robbie Lawler's Manager Thinks He Can Get EliteXC Champ Out of ... Bloody Elbow all 8 news articles
EliteXC's Demise: Bad for MMA
Original at Bleacher Report
• Thu, Oct 23
By D Wizzle Strikeforce, another MMA organization that is based in the West Coast, has a decent fan base and a network deal with NBC. Unlike Affliction and EliteXC, they are not trying to compete directly and against UFC. Strikeforce is very popular in the Bay Area, and they have also had shows in Washin...
My Take on MMA 10.23.08: The Death of EliteXC, Repercussions on ...
Original at 411mania.com
• Wed, Oct 22
There is Affliction that has run all of one show, and we don't know if they will reach the second one. Strikeforce is an option, but they haven't been much ... Kimbo Slice's Future Bloody Elbow MMA: Mixed martial arts promotion EliteXC is out of business Vancouver Sun
Cardio Freak MMA News Report 10.23.08: 60 Million in the Hole
Original at 411mania.com
• Wed, Oct 22
Point-Spreads.com TX - The MMA world in the US is down to three companies: Zuffa (UFC and WEC), Affliction, and Strikeforce. Zuffa is going nowhere anytime soon, Affliction is one ... Anderson Silva: The Present is a Gift ringsidereport.com all 17 news articles
Kimbo Slice's Future
Original at Bloody Elbow
• Wed, Oct 22
By Luke Thomas If early buzz that CBS plans to either run its own events from here on out or bring a new promotion into its coveted "Saturday Night Fights" slot holds true, the network hasn’t made any moves to hint at it yet. The Kimbo Slice entourage has not been contacted by CBS, Showtime, Affliction, Stri...
Report: Pro Elite and Elite XC ’shutting its doors effective immediately’
Original at MMAmania.com
• Mon, Oct 20
By James Iannotti In the end, it’s just tough for a new promotion to come in and be successful in mixed martial arts. Even the UFC lost money when the Fertittas first bought it — company president Dana White often remarks that he and his high school buddies make it look easy. Just ask Affliction.
Chris Horodecki vs. Dan Lauzon On Tap For Affliction “Day of Reckoning”
Original at MMAFrenzy.com
• Sun, Oct 19
By Kris Karkoski For the latest Affliction rumors check out the MMAFrenzy.com MMA rumors section. Lightweights Chris Horodecki (12-1) and Dan Lauzon (10-2) will square off at Affliction "Day of Reckoning" on January 24th in Anaheim, California. The lightweight matchup was originally slated for Octobe...
Matt Lindland vs. Renato “Babalu” Sobral at Affliction “Day of ...
Original at MMAFrenzy.com
• Fri, Oct 17
• 2 related articles
By Kris Karkoski Prior to his bout against Lindland in January, Sobral will take on Strikeforce light heavyweight champion Bobby Southworth on November 21st. For the latest Affliction rumors check out the MMAFrenzy.com MMA rumors section.
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Matt Lindland vs. Renato “Babalu” at Affliction “Day of Reckoning”
Original at MMAFrenzy.com
• Fri, Oct 17
• 2 related articles
By Kris Karkoski For the latest Affliction rumors check out the MMAFrenzy.com MMA rumors section. Matt Lindland and Renato "Babalu" Sobral will square off at a catchweight of 195 pounds at Affliction "Day of Reckoning". Though not yet officially confirmed, "Day of Reckoning" is expected to take place on J...
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Brett Rogers vs. Paul Buentello Booked For EliteXC “A Night of Champions”
Original at MMAFrenzy.com
• Thu, Oct 16
By Kris Karkoski Buentello, a UFC veteran, won four-straights bouts, including his final UFC victory over Gilbert Aldana, before losing to Alistair Overeem at a Noveber Strikeforce event. He bounced back at Affliction “Banned” in July, defeating Gary Goodridge via unanimous decision.
Bloody Elbow September MMA Meta-Rankings: Light Heavyweight
Original at Bloody Elbow
• Fri, Sep 26
By Kid Nate No word on when any of the Affliction signed fighters will be fighting again. Hopefully we'll see #11 Nogueira vs #14 Matyushenko soon, maybe even on Showtime. Poor Babalu Sobral got hurt and had to sit out the Strikeforce at the ...
The MMA News Interview: Frank Shamrock
Original at The MMA News
• Mon, Aug 25
By Chart Topper Frank Shamrock: With Strikeforce I have one, with Pro-Elite I have two more. Frank Shamrock: It’s all about the kids. How was Affliction:Banned for you? Frank Shamrock: I had a blast at the show. How about Tito Ortiz? Where Is MMA headed? Frank Shamrock: For the fans: Keep working out, keep training. For my opponents: Keep working out, keep training. In the world of mixed martial arts, Frank Shamrock has done it all. Shamrock’s been the Interim King of Pancrase champion, won the UFC light heavyweight title, then won the WEC light heavyweight title which he vacated to win the Strikeforce middleweight championship which he only recently lost to Cung Le. The MMA [...] [read the full post]
Video: MMA Fight Weekly: Exclusive with Josh Barnett
Original at MSNBC
• Fri, Jun 20
Tiffany and Mike go exclusive with Affliction heavyweight Josh Barnett and preview two Strikeforce title fights Tiffany and Mike go exclusive with Affliction heavyweight Josh Barnett and preview two Strikeforce title fights. ...