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Tuesday, Oct 2

UFCmania early October quick hits

Here we go: Talks between Hayato “Mach” Sakurai and the UFC fell apart, which was evident when the talented Japanese fighter signed on to fight under the Shoot Boxing banner on October 28. He was penciled in to fight Karo Parisyan at UFC 78 in November; however, Hector Lombard has now filled...

Thursday, Sep 27

Report: Shogun to undergo knee surgery, out three months

However, a fight with former light heavyweight Chuck Liddell in December now seems out of the question (and that’s good if you ask me … bring on Wanderlei Silva once and for all). Perhaps what stings a bit more is the dissapointing loss of the highly-touted star, who is considered among many...

Monday, Sep 24

Babalu avoids suspension, NSAC upholds $25,000 fine

For more on this situation hit up our Babalu archive. The Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) today retained the $25,000 win bonus it initially withheld from Renato “Babalu” Sobral after his controversial submission win over David Heath at UFC 74: “Respect” on August 25. Even though...

Monday, Jul 16

UFC 76: Chuck Liddell vs. Keith Jardine

Liddell, on the other hand, has faced and defeated some of best in the sport since his UFC debut back in 1998 — Randy Couture (twice), Tito Ortiz (twice), Vitor Belfort, Jeremy Horn, Kevin Randleman, Murilo Bustamante, Renato “Babalu” Sobral (twice) … I can keep going.

Sunday, Jul 15

Report: Babalu arrested in Tampa for battery, trespassing

Looking to get back on track, Babalu returned to the Octagon at UFC 68 in March 2007 against Jason Lambert. Unfortunately for Sobral, “The Punisher” ended his night early once again courtesy of a devastating second round punch. Babalu is slated to compete against David Heath at UFC 74: “Res...

Thursday, Jul 5

UFC 73 quick preview, analysis and predictions

Jesse Holland: As an MMA fan I’m a little disappointed that Nogueira’s first UFC match is against an opponent he’s already defeated twice. Imagine if Chuck Liddell signed with Bodog and his first fight was against Renato Sobral. Heath Herring is a good striker with decent submission skill...

Friday, Jun 29

UFC 74: Renato ‘Babalu’ Sobral vs. David Heath

Renato “Babalu” Sobral will meet David Heath (7-1) in a light heavyweight showdown at UFC 74: “Respect” on August 25. Heath confirmed the rumored bout with UFCmania earlier this afternoon. For the last few weeks, Internet boards and MMA sites lit up with the possibility that Babalu might m...

Wednesday, Jun 27

UFC Quick Quote: Shogun talks Babalu rematch

In an exclusive interview with Sherdog.com, Mauricio “Shogun” Rua talks about the rumored rematch with Renato “Babalu” Sobral — a fight Babalu won via submission in 2003. Rua will make his UFC debut at UFC 76 in Anaheim, Calif on September 22. His opponent has not been announced.

Monday, May 21

Reminder: UFC 71 Countdown and All Access with Rampage air tonight

“Countdown” to UFC 71: “Liddell vs. Jackson” is scheduled to air tonight on the Spike television network at 10 p.m. EST. Jackson is tempting fate with this television special — most fighters who appear on the program prior to their bouts end up losing them.

Friday, Apr 27

The 10 greatest UFC upsets

9. Jason Lambert vs. Renato Sobral: UFC 68 Renato Sobral was widely considered one of the top light-heavyweights in the world and for good reason. Since July of 2002 he compiled an impressive 12-2 record including a ten-fight winning streak.

Friday, Apr 20

UFC 70 odds: Free betting tips and advice from Desert Dog

Andrei Arlovski (-115) vs. Fabricio Werdum (-115) In my opinion this will be the best fight on the UFC 70 card; two proven top level fighters with distinctive differences in style. The odds say it all — this one can go either way. Both fighters are 6′4″ and 240ish.