Former UFC lightweight champion Sean Sherk may be past his prime, but he certainly doesn’t think that. The 37 year old fighter has faced some of the biggest names in the industry but seems on the verge of becomming nothing more than a gate keeper for a newer, faster style of lightweight division. Sherk will have a tough test as he takes on undefeated fighter Evan Dunham at UFC 119 on Sept. 25 in Indianapolis but expect Sherk to be equally prepared for the fight which will be his first after returning from injury. Here’s his thoughts on how he stacks up with the division, via Sherdog:
I’m a force to be reckoned with. Anyone who thinks I’m not can step in the Octagon with me. I’ve got all kinds of stuff left to offer this industry and this sport. I’m not going anywhere for a long time. I haven’t lost any athleticism. I haven’t lost any of my ability. I’ve only gotten better, and I’ve only gotten smarter.”
“I trained so hard for years, and I felt like I had to train hard and train myself 100 percent for these fights because I was fighting a lot of tough guys. I really haven’t fought anybody who was outside the top 10 since 2005. I’ve had to train my butt off to get ready for these fights, and I did what I needed to do. Unfortunately, after training that hard for that long, your body will start giving out on you. But I took some time off and was able to get myself healed up.”
Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker today confirmed that the winner of a pending bout between Josh Thomson and Gesias "JZ" Cavalcante is expected to get a fight with lightweight champion Glbert Melendez.
However, that winner may have to wait until next year for a crack at the belt.
Former Strikeforce lightweight champion Josh Thomson (17-3) talks about his upcoming fight with Gesias “JZ” Cavalcante next month. Both fighters will meet at the “Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Noons II” event.
Thomson is coming off a win over Pat Healy earlier this summer, submitting his opponent in the third round by rear-naked-choke. The win helped Thomson bounce back from his unanimous decision loss to Gilbert Melendez in their lightweight title fight last year.
MMA Live discusses BJ Penn’s next fight against Matt Hughes, and Strikeforce lightweight champion Gilbert Melendez makes his first trek to Bristol to discuss his immediate future.
Additional highlights from UFC Fight Night 22 and Shark Fights 13. Also, MMA live kicks off the preview of UFC 119 on Sept. 25 with a look at the Spike TV prelim fights.
Highlights from Shark Fights 13, held Saturday in Amarillo, TX and the crew taps out.
Former lightweight champion BJ Penn will look to win his third match against Matt Hughes which will take place at UFC 123. While a victory won’t bring Penn much besides personal satisfaction and bragging rights, a loss to former welterweight champion Hughes would certainly continue his downwards spiral and in a big way. Hughes could vault himself into the mix with a victory over Penn, especially as he’s riding a three fight win streak already. We can’t wait for this one to go down.
Former lightweight champion BJ Penn talks about getting back to the gym and his thoughts on returning to the Octagon. Penn fans have to be happy that Penn is not retiring after his losses to current lightweight champion Frankie Edgar. Penn is certainly still main event worthy and there’s a ton of possible fights out there. Penn vs. Gomi II anyone?
As expected Bellator lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez will fight in his hometown and meet Roger Huerta at Bellator 33.
MMAjunkie.com first reported the three-round non-title fight earlier this month, and Bellator executives today made it official.
The event takes place Oct. 21 at the 10,000-seat Liacouras Center on the campus of Temple University in Philadelphia, and the night's main card airs live on FOX Sports Net.
After his second straight loss to UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar, “The Prodigy” BJ Penn tells his fans that he plans on taking it easy and will spend some time with family before deciding his next move.
After his second straight loss to UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar, “The Prodigy” BJ Penn tells his fans that he plans on taking it easy and will spend some time with family before deciding his next move.
While UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar is
probably one the nicest guys you'll ever meet, don't be surprised if
he's developed a bit of an attitude the next time you see him.
You see, for some reason a pair of consecutive wins over the man
generally regarded as the greatest lightweight of all time, B.J. Penn,
hasn't been enough to earn "The Answer" much respect among many MMA
observers and fans.
After defending his belt for the first time at Saturday night's UFC 118
event in Boston, Edgar said he's well-aware of his detractors. If you're
among them, Edgar says, hang tight - you'll eventually come around.
Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker today confirmed that the winner of a pending bout between Josh Thomson and Gesias "JZ" Cavalcante is expected to get a fight with lightweight champion Glbert Melendez.
As expected Bellator lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez will fight in his hometown and meet Roger Huerta at Bellator 33.
While UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar is