Kimbo Slice

News Source

Bleacher Report

Bleacher Report (bleacherreport.com) has great Kimbo Slice news, photos, videos and more

If you publish Bleacher Report or are a publisher of a great blog, join THE BOXXET NETWORK.

Thursday, Nov 5

Can CBS, Strikeforce, and Fedor Emelianenko Elevate Mixed Martial Arts?

Now many years later, another potentially high impact event is upon MMA. Saturday November 11th, CBS will broadcast live on network television a Strikeforce event featuring one of the most recognized figures in the sport. Fedor Emelianenko will face off with Brett Rogers live on free T...

Tuesday, Nov 3

Strikeforce on CBS: The Importance of a Great First Impression

On Saturday November 7th , the Strikeforce promotional debut on CBS will no doubt open up a whole new market for both Strikeforce and MMA in general. Now all Strikeforce has to do is put on a good enough show to keep new viewers interested enough to come back. STRIKEFORCE MAIN CARD

Sunday, Nov 1

TUF Heavyweights: Fights Don't Meet The Hype

The Lyoto Machida vs. Shogun Rua light heavyweight title fight at UFC 104 is excellent proof of the evolution of the sport and should be used as a shining example of a fight to show people who don’t think MMA fighters are highly skilled athletes.

Fedor Emelianenko's Debut Headlines a Month Filled with Questions

Remember when everyone thought August was going to be the greatest month in the history of Mixed Martial Arts, with Affliction: Trilogy, two UFC shows, WEC 42 and the Cyborg-Carano showdown? WILL STRIKEFORCE AND FEDOR BE A SUCCESS ON CBS?

Friday, Oct 30

Is The Ultimate Fighter 10 Heavyweights an Excercise In Futility?

Bottom line is this, as an MMA writer I have had the opportunity to roam my local area following regional events with a fever. In my experiences, I have seen more than one heavyweight fighter who would mop the floor with some of these guys.

Thursday, Oct 29

TUF 10: Seven Episodes Of Embarassment For MMA

Kimbo Slice had to be on TUF 10 for ratings, and an elimination round wouldn't have set well with the powers that be. It's possible that the UFC just couldn't find enough heavyweights to have an elimination round, but it's also possible that they let so many weak, fake fighters on the show be...

Wednesday, Oct 28

Another Fight, Another Shocking Dissapointment for TUF10: Heavyweights

Week after week, the cast members on TUF10 help give weight to the critics that said the season was nothing more than a promotional ploy to introduce Internet sensation Kimbo Slice into the UFC. Brendan Shaub executed a nice submission win over Demico Rogers, but was probably losing the fi...

Monday, Oct 26

Watching The Ultimate Fighter, Is Rampage's UFC Exit All That Shocking?

During last weekend's airing of Lyoto Machida vs. Mauricio "Shogun" Rua, a preview was shown for UFC 107 in Memphis. While the main event, a lightweight title fight between BJ Penn and Diego Sanchez, is incredibly intriguing, one can't help but recall the original plan for this fight. Just...

Sunday, Oct 25

Machida, Shogun and The Top Five Best TUF 11 Coaching Matchups

If Velasquez does not receive the next shot after Lesnar and Carwin clash at UFC 106, hell will freeze over. The AKA heavyweight deserves a championship bout more than any other heavyweight right now, much more so than the legendary Antonio Rodrigo “Mintauro” Noguiera and former champ Fr...

Friday, Oct 23

TUF Questions With Darrill Schoonover: "I Really Want To Fight Rampage"

Instead of being portrayed as the legitimate threat that he is, the only camera time Schoonover received in earlier episodes was when rival coach and former UFC champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson openly mocked him for his physique.

This article also contains excerpts from Impact Wrestling

Thursday, Oct 22

Rampage Jackson: How Did A Man This Stupid Ever Become a Good Fighter?

If there was ever any doubt after his last run on TUF, that doubt has been destroyed: Quinton “Rampage” Jackson is an unbelievable moron!There is such a thing as being a complete and total failure as an MMA coach. If you go a step worse than that, you’re name is probably Quinton Jackson. A gr...

Dallas Cowboys' Early Bye Week Could Save Their Season on the Brink

Anybody who has ever played sports or been within 50 feet of a cheesy self-help "life coach" has heard this maxim fed to the hesitant like an elixir that will turn the meekest of the meek into Kimbo Slice. How Jerry Jones hasn't sentenced Flozell to be frozen in a solid block of carbonite like H...

Friday, Oct 16

TUF Questions With Wes Sims: "I'll Be Back"

6’10" UFC veteran Wes “A-Whole Show” Sims was recognized as a dark-horse to win The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights. James McSweeney James McSweeney James McSweeney James McSweeney James McSweeney James McSweeney James McSweeney James McSweeney James McSweeney James McSweeney

This article also contains excerpts from The Swamp

Bloodsport: So You Think You Know Mixed Martial Arts? Perhaps Not

Why why does the laymen, with little knowledge of this historical and world class sport disregard it so? What is the barrier that keeps MMA from true acceptance in the sporting world? For one to point outward first they must reflect on themselves. MMA has shown its ugly side more than once, a...

Thursday, Oct 15

Could Kimbo Slice Become The Jim Braddock Of MMA?

Enter Kevin Ferguson, aka Kimbo Slice. See Kimbo is a man from the streets—once homeless a father trying to support his family. Made famous on YouTube as a bare knuckled brawler then brought into the MMA world via the now-defunct Elite XC.

Tuesday, Oct 13

Strikeforce on CBS: A Tremendous Growth Opportunity for MMA

In the main event, consensus No. 1 heavyweight and MMA legend Fedor "The Last Emperor" Emelianenko (right) will step inside the cage for the first time to face undefeated challenger Brett "The Grim" Rogers. In addition to being arguably the best televised fight card of the year, this is an i...

Saturday, Oct 10

TUF Questions With Brendan Schaub: Happy With Win, Focused on Next Round

Mitch Ciccarelli: The end result of that fight saw you submit Rogers with a very advanced submission hold, the anaconda choke. Everyone who knew a little bit about you knew you had solid boxing skills but I don’t think a lot of the viewers watching at home knew about your jiu-jitsu. Were you ha...

Friday, Oct 9

In the World of Modern MMA, the Fat Man Is King

Nelson's vanquished adversary, the improving Kevin Ferguson aka Kimbo Slice, would've decimated Roy in a body-building competition. However, his chiseled bulk wasn't much help against Big Country's bulbous belly (or Nelson's vastly superior ground game).

Thursday, Oct 8

Ultimate Fighter Ratings Plummet After Kimbo Slice Loss

The cast includes a list of notable athletes with impressive and diverse pedigrees including four former NFL players, UFC veterans, a former IFL heavyweight champ, and a highly-publicized former EliteXC fighter, Kimbo Slice, who gained prominence through his non-sanctioned bouts...

Tuesday, Oct 6

Kimbo Slice: Why I Am His Biggest Fan

Kevin Ferguson, the Internet street brawler sensation who is better known as Kimbo Slice, is no doubt the biggest reason behind TUF 10s success in recent ratings. Slice has stated that he could possibly move down to light heavyweight if White wanted him too. Although, I remain skeptical of...

Thursday, Oct 1

Early Ratings: Kimbo Slice-Roy Nelson Fight Sets MMA Viewership Records

We knew a plenty of people were going to watch Wednesday's "The Ultimate Fighter" match between Kimbo Slice and Roy Nelson, but early ratings show that Slice is even more of a ratings phenomenon then some experts gave him credit for.

Wednesday, Sep 30

TUF 10 Recap: Roy Nelson Beats Kimbo Slice

What made Slice so likable was they simply portrayed him as a normal guy honestly trying to learn and absorb everything he can about the sport. What EliteXC and CBS/Showtime failed to really hit home, TUF got over in 45 minutes. Perhaps Slice has changed since then, but it's amazing what comp...

Tuesday, Sep 29

Opinion: Kimbo Slice an Eventual UFC Champion? Not Likely

When YouTube street-fighting sensation Kevin “Kimbo Slice” Ferguson burst onto the MMA scene in late 2007 he brought with him a ton of hype and attention from mainstream media. Elite XC promoter Gary Shaw hand-fed the bare-knuckle brawler lower tier opponents such as Bo Cantrell and out...

TUF 10 Profile: Why Roy Nelson is Expected to KO Kimbo

On Wednesday September 30, Roy Nelson will take on Kimbo Slice in what may be the most highly anticipated fight in the 10 season history of the Ultimate Fighter reality show. 6’1 Signature win: December 29, 2007 KO win vs. Antoine Jaoude to capture the IFL heavyweight title

Monday, Sep 28

Kimbo Slice:Everything Is Coming Up Roses

Ok all you fans of Kevin Ferguson, aka Kimbo Slice, start telling me and all the other doubters that you tried to tell us so way back when that he was a legitimate MMA force. So you Kimbo fans of old can say, "I told you so, Grandma Dee." And I will say, "Kimbo, welcome home!"

Has The Ultimate Fighter Come Full Circle?

The amazing fact of the matter is, this fight is only the third to take place for the entire season of TUF 10, not a finale. If you've been on the space station, or a deserted island, allow me to explain. The controversial newcomer to MMA, Kimbo Slice, is going to square off with decorated MMA ve...

Friday, Sep 25

What MMA Has and What Boxing Is Lacking

It is unavoidable these days when talking about Mixed Martial Arts. We have the World Boxing Association (W.B.A.), World Boxing Council (W.B.C.), International Boxing Federation (I.B.F.), World Boxing Organization (W.B.O.), and the International Boxing Organization (I.B.O.).

Thursday, Sep 24

TUF Questions With Roy Nelson: Says Kimbo at 205 Would Be a Huge Threat

“Big Country” is a five year veteran of the sport and was the last reigning Heavyweight champion of the IFL before the organization crumbled like a stale cookie. He has competed against some of the very best out there including former UFC Heavyweight champion Andrei “The Pitbull” Arlovsk...

This article also contains excerpts from The Swamp

Thursday, Sep 17

Kimbo Slice Is the Kanye West of the Ultimate Fighter Heavyweights Show

Can the street fighter turn into a MMA fighter...blah, blah, blah. All of the promos for Ultimate Fighter Heavyweights showed an image of Kimbo and no one else. I predict they will not even have Kimbo fight, until late into the show just to keep him around for the ratings.

Wednesday, Sep 16

Justin Wren's Take On "The Ultimate Fighter 10"

Wren is a part of a cast which includes a handful of former NFL stars, many accomplished mixed martial artists, and the Youtube sensation who goes by the name of Kimbo Slice. Slice entered the house with more street credibility than anyone else on the show. Yet Wren says that side of Kevin Ferg...

Tuesday, Sep 15

What to Expect From TUF: Heavyweights

Aside from the presence of Kimbo, the UFC has elected to go the 'Brock Lesnar route' if you will and start delving into large-build, former NFL players for possible contenders in the division. Add in a mix of "Big Country," who reminds me of Wesley "Cabbage" Correira, and a dash of ex-UFC fig...

Saturday, Sep 12

10 Burning Questions for a Busy Week in the UFC

While former IFL champion Roy Nelson is the early favorite heading into Season 10 of The Ultimate Fighter, all eyes will be on the man born Kevin Ferguson. By the time the weekend is over, the UFC welterweight division could become a Mixed Martial Arts version of the classic Abbott and Coste...

Friday, Sep 11

Dave "Pee Wee" Herman: Exclusive Interview

Nate Lawson: How has the training for this fight been compared to your previous fight?, considering Frye is quite notable figure in mixed martial arts. Nate Lawson: The Ultimate Fighter 10 is set to air next week. What are your thoughts on “The Ultimate Fighter” as a show, and what about a fel...

Thursday, Sep 10

Talking TUF With 'The Juggernaut' Mike Wessel

On this season of The Ultimate Fighter sixteen heavyweight prospects will be fighting for their chance at a six-figure UFC contract. Former Light-Heavyweight champions Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and Rashad Evans will coach a star studded cast including veterans, ex-NFL players and...

Wednesday, Sep 9

Talking TUF and Shrubs With UFC Vet Wes Sims

Mitch Ciccarelli: I saw a video recently on Spike.com where they showed a sneak peak at the first episode, and it would seem like the moment Kimbo Slice was announced as the 16th heavyweight everyone in the room all had a different expression on their face, mostly a look of surprise. How shock...

Friday, Aug 21

UFC Vs Strikeforce: A Pyrrhic Victory?

The ratings for the Strikeforce card must be considered good, as they were double those of the last big Strikeforce card on Showtime. But let's consider the rest of the Strikeforce card. Strikeforce capitalized on hype for Carano vs Cyborg that had been building for over a year.

Sunday, Jun 14

The Fall of a Champion: Ray Mercer Stuns MMA World

In an act overshadowed by UFC 99, Tim Sylvia "battled" 48-year-old former boxing champion Ray Mercer. "Bragging Rights" as it was called was originally Sylvia's first attempt at beginning a boxing career before a boxing commission stepped in.

Monday, Jun 1

Kimbo Slice: Will He Make the Most of His Second Chance?

On the heels of the company EliteXC, that he was the face of, going completely under, the MMA faithful were left to wonder what fate would befall knockout king Kimbo Slice. Those people now have their answer; Slice will appear on the upcoming season of The Ultimate Fighter on Spike TV.

Saturday, Apr 11

Podcast: Previewing Strikeforce's Important Return to Showtime Tonight

On Saturday night, Strikeforce will return to Showtime with a main event of Frank Shamrock vs. Nick Diaz. Normally, an event like this would fit in with the rest of the MMA found on TV today and not necessarily stand out. Pick: Diaz via second round TKO (punches)

Saturday, Dec 20

James Thompson: Man, Myth, Legend?

James won his next three fights which included one of those Japanese freak show fights against Giant Silva. That was a ninety second display of strikes by Thompson with which he TKO’d the Giant. I hope we get to see Thompson fight again. I don’t think that we will see him in the UFC anytime soon. He...

Monday, Oct 6

Podcast: EliteXC Came Awfully Close To Fixing A Fight: Can I Get a Lil' Outrage?

1) What the heck is the Florida State Boxing Commission going to do about it? Because shady business practices like this make MMA look a lot like professional wrestling. 2) Is CBS willing to continue working with EliteXC after this weekend's debacle?

Sunday, Oct 5

Opinion: Final Curtain on the KIMBO BS SHOW!

Make no mistake (or listen to the EliteXC spin), this was a disaster for Slice and the company. True, but Kimbo wasn’t defeated by a crafty Brazilian jiu-jitsu master. He wasn’t caught in a submission by an experienced wrestler. He didn’t lose a decision after a three-round brawl.

Saturday, Sep 13

Kimbo Slice vs. Ken Shamrock: A Little Too Much Hype for Me

CA - Sep 13, 2008 Kimbo Slice has made his MMA career into a sideshow circus. Yet, he actually thinks he is a legitimate threat in any heavyweight division. ...

Friday, Jul 11

Elite XC May Change the Course of MMA

CA - Jul 11, 2008 Kimbo Slice has abused his body with countless drugs, has been overweight, and I just don't see him ever being a heavyweight contender by any generous ...

Tuesday, Jul 8

Opinion: Kimbo Slice and Elite XC: A Killing Spree

Most fans saw Kimbo Slice for the first time when he fought Ray Mercer about eight months ago. He took him out within the beginning of the first round. Then came Kimbo vs. Thompson, and I will admit I was pretty anxious to see Kimbo fight because I expected it to be a one-hit win since Thompson...

Saturday, Jun 14

Brett Rogers and Kimbo Slice: Was The Post Fight Altercation Staged?

Last week at the Showtime Boxing press conference in Uncasville, Conn Gary Shaw made the matchup sound like a pretty good possibility. But will Brett Rogers fight again in July? His last two fights, versus James Thompson and Jon Murphy, have not gone past the first round.

Wednesday, Jun 11

Kimbo Slice: A Tale Of Inspiration

On May 31, 2008, Kimbo Slice fought in the main event of EliteXC: Primetime on CBS against James Thompson. The fight was ended in the third round when Kimbo Slice landed a blow to Thompson's head and ruptured his cauliflowered ear. People have become emotionally invested in Kimbo Slice. Use t...

Tuesday, Jun 10

Kimbo Slice Makes for a Delicious Sacrificial Lamb

Bas Rutten has heavily defended Kimbo as a hard worker and family man. But does this have to be a bad thing? I believe Shaw can use this to his advantage by using Kimbo to prop up legitimate heavyweight talent in the eyes of those who only tuned in to see Kimbo.

Thursday, Jun 5

A Look Back at CBS-Saturday Night Fights

The third and after reading many articles, the biggest thing would have to be the inconsistent refereeing. The Kimbo Slice/James Thompson fight is a prime example of this and at the center of the controversy. At the end of the second round Thompson took top position and proceeded to put a b...

Saturday, May 17

Open Mic: Kimbo Slice vs. Mike Tyson?

CA - May 17, 2008 Not much is known about Kimbo Slice, but he is being considered the 21st-century Mike Tyson. That's the problem...in one person's eyes. ...