Cung Le To Headline December “Strikeforce: Evolution” Event

Strikeforce middleweight fighter Cung Le (6-0) has made verbal agreements to step into the cage against Scott Smith (16-6) as part of the “Strikeforce: Evolution” event on December 19 in San Jose. The current rumored “Strikeforce: Evolution” card appears as follows: Strikeforce middleweight fighter Cung Le (6-0) has made verbal agreements to step into the cage against Scott Smith (16-6) as part of the “Strikeforce: Evolution” event on December 19 in San Jose. Le hasn’t fought in a year-and-a-half since winning the Strikeforce middleweight title against Frank Shamrock. The Vietnamese San Shou stylist hasn’t defended [...]

Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker And CBS’s Kelly Kahl Preview The Strikeforce Show

Frank Shamrock Wants To Fight For Eight More Years

One of mixed martial arts legends, Frank Shamrock (23-10-2), plans on competing for another eight years before he retires. Shamrock last fought on April 11 against Nick Diaz in a catch-weight fight of 179 pounds. Diaz won the bout via TKO in the second round of the Strikeforce show. One of mixed martial arts legends, Frank Shamrock (23-10-2), plans on competing for another eight years before he retires. He recently had surgery to remove a plate from his forearm after a bad break and he wears the piece of metal like a trophy around his neck. Talking to FanHouse.com, the former UFC and WEC light-heavyweight [...]

“Strikeforce: Challengers IV” Quick Results

Friday night the next installment of the “Strikeforce: Challengers” event is taking place at the Save Mart Center in Fresno, Calif. Johnny Goh vs. Ben Holscher Casy Olson def. Chris Culley via TKO (punches) - Round 1, 2:32 Cole Escovedo def. Maurice Eazel via TKO (strikes) - Round 1, 1:47 Rico Altamirano def. Alex Trevino via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Friday night the next installment of the “Strikeforce: Challengers” event is taking place at the Save Mart Center in Fresno, Calif. The event is being headlined by a Lightweight bout between Billy Evangelista (9-0) and Jorge Gurgel (13-5). Other bouts of note include Brandon Cash (5-0) vs. fellow undefeated heavyweight Shane Del Rosario (8-0), and middleweight [...]

Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker Talks About Saturdays Fight

“Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Rogers” Weigh-in Results

The official weigh-ins for the “Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Rogers” event took place at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates, Ill. Both headliners Fedor Emelianenko and Brett Rogers made weight while only one fighter from the preliminary card had trouble making his contracted weight. MAIN CARD The official weigh-ins for the “Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Rogers” event took place at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates, Ill. Both headliners Fedor Emelianenko and Brett Rogers made weight while only one fighter from the preliminary card had trouble making his contracted weight. The weigh-in event was open to the public on Friday [...]

Quotes From The Strikeforce Open Workout And Press Conference

“You see the matchup potential between the winner of the Silva-Werdum fight and the winner of the Fedor vs. Rogers fight, so I think it would make sense for those two to fight each other depending on how it goes,” said Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker. Jason “Mayhem” Miller on Jake Shields (Yahoo! Sports). During Thursdays open workout and Press Conference, many great quotes and news worthy items have come up regarding the Strikeforce organization, individual fighters, and future matchups. We’ve tried to sift through them to bring you the best news worthy quotes. Next heavyweight matchup (Sherdog.com) “You see the matchup potential between the winner of the Silva-Werdum fight and [...]

“Strikeforce Challengers IV: Evangelista vs. Gurgel” Weigh-in Results

The fourth installment of the Strikeforce challengers show will take place on Friday night at the SaveMartCenter in Fresno, Cali. and feature a main event bout between Billy Evangelista and Jorge Gurgel. Both Evangelista and Gurgel weighed in at 159 pounds, which was four pounds heavier than the 155 pound listed weight. Officials from the California State Athletic Commission clarified the weight issue by stating the bout was contracted at 159 pounds and not 155. Featherweight fighter Chris Culley missed his 146 pound weight limit by weighing in at 148.5 pounds and will have to forfeit 20 percent of his fight purse to opponent Casey Olson. MAIN CARD Source: MMAjunkie.com

Strikeforce Challengers Main Event Fighter Jorge Gurgel Couldn’t Be Happier

After going 3-4 in the UFC, lightweight fighter Jorge Gurgel (13-5) couldn’t be happier facing undefeated Billy Evangelista in the main event of this Fridays Strikeforce Challengers show in Fesno, Cali. Gurgel was cut by the UFC after a unanimous decision loss to Aaron Riley at UFC 91 and, as he tells it, was unemployed for “four-minutes” before Strikeforce signed him to their organization. Under the Strikeforce banner and won his first fight at a previous Challengers show against Conor Huen in June. The fourth Strikeforce Challengers (ShoMMA) event will take place on Nov. 6 at the Save Mart Center at Fresno State in Fresno, Cali. The current Strikeforce Challengers card appears as follows:

Roxanne Modafferi Gets The ‘Wink’ From Fedor

On Saturday night female Strikeforce fighter Roxanne Modafferi (13-4) will take on Marloes Coenen as part of the preliminary card, and if time permits, her bout will be aired on CBS. Modafferi, who is based in Japan, will make her Strikeforce debut and is very excited with being part of the event. Props to FanHouse.com for the story. On Saturday night female Strikeforce fighter Roxanne Modafferi (13-4) will take on Marloes Coenen as part of the preliminary card, and if time permits, her bout will be aired on CBS. Modafferi, who is based in Japan, will make her Strikeforce debut and is very excited with being part of the event. In the video above she [...]

“He (Fedor) Hasn’t Fought Anyone Like Me,” Brett Rogers

Brett Rogers: I’ll definitely be the bigger, taller, stronger fighter. I know he’s fought some guys who are bigger, like [7-foot-2 Korean kickboxer Hong Man Choi], but he’s never fought someone who brings the kind of challenges that I’m going to bring into the cage. He hasn’t been hit the way I’ll hit him. FanHouse: How many more fights do you have on your Strikeforce contract? Brett Rogers: Two more. But what I think about my contract is as long as I keep winning, I’m going to do fine. I don’t plan on losing any time soon. I’m leaving all my options open but Strikeforce has taken care of me. [Strikeforce CEO] Scott Coker has been good to me, and I want to keep fighting, keep trying to be the best.

Strikeforce Signs DREAM Welterweight Champion Marius Žaromskis

Žaromskis is still expected to compete with the Japanese based DREAM organization as well as his new Strikeforce duties. Although no details of the contract were released, the ability for the Lithuanian to compete with both organizations is part of their commitment of working together by sharing fighters and co-promoting events. DREAM’s first welterweight title holder, Marius Žaromskis (13-3) has signed a multi-fight deal with the Strikeforce organization. Žaromskis is still expected to compete with the Japanese based DREAM organization as well as his new Strikeforce duties. Although no details of the contract were released, the ability for the Lithuanian to compete with both organizations [...]

Cristiane “Cyborg” Featured On Cover Of The ‘Ultimate MMA’ Magazine

Strikeforce female champion Cristiane “Cyborg” Santos graces the cover of an upcoming issue of the ‘Ultimate MMA’ magazine and is featured in the cover story. Strikeforce female champion Cristiane “Cyborg” Santos graces the cover of an upcoming issue of the ‘Ultimate MMA’ magazine and is featured in the cover story.

Strikeforce CEO Doesn’t Expect Gina Carano Back Till The Summer Of 2010

After a loss to Cristiane “Cyborg” Santos for the first women’s Strikeforce title in August, Carano has been pretty quiet except for her recent photo shoot for ESPN. Currently she is set to begin filming the new Steven Soderbergh movie, Knockout, in early 2010. During a radio interview with The MMA Hour, Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker was questioned about when fans could expect the return of popular female fighter Gina Carano. “It’s pretty clear that we won’t see her until second quarter of next year, and probably late second quarter,” Coker said. “Probably towards the summertime. That’s when we’re [...]

Brett Rogers Muay Thai Coach Thinks Fedor Will Keep Fight Standing

Cunha is confident in his fighter and believes that his opponent, Emelianenko, will try and keep the fight standing when they meet at the Strikeforce event in Chicago. Tatame: Brett has only ten fights and he will face the world’s number one. How do you see that? Sérgio Cunha: It’s a gold chance. He’ll have the chance that a few had against the best pound for pound fighter and this chance is an amazing thing, and at the same time is a big pressure, the athlete can’t think too much about it. If the guy thinks and respects Fedor, he won’t fight… He has to have the control and execute inside the cage everything that he trained.

Fedor Emelianenko Answers Questions From His Fans

Strikeforce heavyweight fighter Fedor Emelianenko is busy preparing for next weekends fight against Brett Rogers on November 7. The Russian took some time to respond to questions from his fans brought to him by Michael David Smith over at FanHouse.com. Strikeforce heavyweight fighter Fedor Emelianenko is busy preparing for next weekends fight against Brett Rogers on November 7. The Russian took some time to respond to questions from his fans brought to him by Michael David Smith over at FanHouse.com. Emelianenko answered questions about making the transition from the ring to the cage, his [...]

Antônio “Bigfoot” Silva Is Ready For His Return To American Soil

With his US suspension over Antônio “Bigfoot” Silva (13-1) is scheduled to face Fabricio Werdum on November 7 as part of the “Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Rogers” show on CBS. During last weekends UFC 104 event, Silva talks about supporting Lyoto Machida’s corner but, like many others who have spoken out about the result, feels that Mauricio “Shogun” Rua won the fight. Translated from Portuguese. With his US suspension over Antônio “Bigfoot” Silva (13-1) is scheduled to face Fabricio Werdum on November 7 as part of the “Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Rogers” show on CBS. In a recent interview with Tatame.com, “Bigfoot” talks about training for his fight against Werdum and concentrating on his stand-up game. He also gives his [...]

EA Sports MMA Screen Shot

The first image for EA Sports upcoming “EA Sports MMA” video game was released on Tuesday showing Fedor applying an armbar to a faceless opponent. The image is reported to be actual game footage and we have posted a similar shot from UFC Undisputed, thanks to the folks at Cagepotato.com, so fans can compare images from both games. A “first look video” will be shown during the November 7 Strikeforce show on CBS according to EA Sports. The first image for EA Sports upcoming “EA Sports MMA” video game was released on Tuesday showing Fedor applying an armbar to a faceless opponent. The image is reported to be actual game footage and we have posted a similar shot from UFC Undisputed, thanks to the folks at Cagepotato.com, so fans can compare [...]

DREAM.12 Quick Results - Overeem Victorious Again

Late Sunday evening, 2a.m. (EST)/11p.m. (PST), DREAM promotions unveiled their White Cage for the DREAM.12 event at Osaka Castle Hall in Osaka, Japan. The main event saw Strikeforce heavyweight champ Alistair Overeem, who was the heavy favorite to win, square off against James Thompson who some odds makers marked as an 18-1 underdog. Overeem quickly finished Thompson, a former Cage Rage and EliteXC fighter, in the first round by sinking in a standing guillotine choke in the first half minute of the fight. The Dutch fighter won his last bout a week ago by the same way, submitting Tony Sylvester in the first round of the Golden Glory’s ‘Ultimate Glory 11′ event.

Dana White Talks UFC 104, Hendreson, Strikeforce, “Big” John McCarthy, And More

Dana White Calls TUF 10 Fighters “Crybabies” Dana White Calls TUF 10 Fighters “Crybabies”

Dan Henderson Responds To Dana White’s Comments

“Our position has never been to argue in the media,” said Crecy. “We understand where the economy is. The last thing Dan wants to do is complain about money to fans. Ultimately, Dan does have a good relationship with and a great deal of respect for (UFC owners) Dana, Lorenzo (Fertitta), and Frank (Fertitta). He has nothing negative to say about them. Nothing’s done until a contract’s signed. Period.” Contract talks between UFC president Dana White and fighter Dan Henderson have come to an impasse with neither side coming close to making an agreement. As is Dana White’s fashion, the president has come out saying that Henderson is asking for way too much money. “We’re at a stalemate right now,” White said. “The money that [...]

Dana White UFC 104 Quotes

Over the past few days, with the buildup to Saturday’s UFC 104 event in Los Angeles, the president of the biggest mixed martial arts promotion, Dana White has been busy answering questions from the media and we have some of the best quotes here for you. White on UFC negotiations with Dan Henderson. White on the Nov. 7 Strikeforce fight between Fedor Emelianenko and Brett Rogers. Over the past few days, with the buildup to Saturday’s UFC 104 event in Los Angeles, the president of the biggest mixed martial arts promotion, Dana White has been busy answering questions from the media and we have some of the best quotes here for you. White on UFC negotiations with Dan Henderson. “We’re at a [...]

Paradise Warrior Retreat Seminar Sponsored By Strikeforce And M-1 Global

Then on Sunday, November 8th, PWR will host a revolutionary luncheon at the Marriott in Hoffman Estates, Illinois entitled “The Morning After,” featuring an inside look into the mind of the fighter as Fedor Emelianenko, Gegard Mousasi, Fabricio Werdum, and other fighters from the November 7th Strikeforce/M-1 Global show offer an in depth analysis and discussion of their fights from the preceding evening. Daily spectator passes to PWR 14 start at $50. Daily participant passes to PWR 14 start at $200. Weekend packages including a $100 ticket to the Strikeforce/M-1 Global Fedor vs. Rogers show, lunch, and passes to the Official Fedor vs. Rogers After Party are $500.

Spike TV Presents “UFC Main Events” On November 7

The four bouts include the main event from UFC 102 between Randy Couture vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, the UFC 103 bout between Vitor Belfort vs. Rich Franklin, the UFC lightweight title bout from UFC 101 between champion BJ Penn vs. Kenny Florian, and the UFC 101 match between Anderson Silva vs. Forrest Griffin. Spike TV Vice President of Sports and Specials, Brian J. Diamond talked with MMAjunkie.com saying the “UFC Main Events” program was just the latest show in the works from the UFC. Strikeforce is just the latest target for the UFC to focus it’s sights on after the demise of Affliction’s MMA promotion. The Strikeforce event on November 7 will air live on CBS and feature a main event bout between Russian heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko and Bre...

Fight Camp 360: Fedor vs. Rogers

FIGHT CAMP 360°: Fedor vs. Rogers will feature unrestricted access to one of the most enigmatic professional athletes of today, Fedor Emelianenko and his next opponent, the undefeated Brett Rogers,as they prepare to headline “STRIKEFORCE/M-1 Global Saturday Night Fights” to be broadcast LIVE on Saturday, Nov. 7 (9:00 PM, ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network. October 22, 2009 In the wake of the critically acclaimed debut of FIGHT CAMP 360°: Inside The Super Six World Boxing Classic, SHOWTIME Sports® turns the spotlight to mixed martial arts with FIGHT CAMP 360°: Fedor vs. Rogers. FIGHT CAMP 360°: Fedor vs. Rogers will feature unrestricted access to one of the most enigmatic professional athletes [...]

Tim Sylvia To Make DREAM Debut On New Years Eve

Sylvia’s manager, Monte Cox made the announcement today, saying was offered a choice of opponents between Strikeforce heavyweight champion Alistair Overeem and Korean giant Hong Man Choi. Sylvia is coming off of a win over Jason Riley at the Adrenaline MMA 4 event last month. Before that Sylvia had lost three bouts in a row to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Fedor Emelianenko, and boxer Ray Mercer. Former UFC heavyweight champion Tim Sylvia (25-6) has made a verbal agreement to make his DREAM debut on New Year’s Eve. Sylvia’s manager, Monte Cox made the announcement today, saying was offered a choice of opponents between Strikeforce heavyweight champion Alistair Overeem and Korean giant Hong Man Choi. “We’re still trying to make a [...]

Gegard Mousasi Would Fight Godzilla If The Money Was Right

Strikeforce light-heavyweight champion Gegard Mousasi was asked recently about the prospects of former Pride champion Dan Hendreson making the move to Strikeforce and if he would like to face him in the cage. “I think if he would join Strikeforce that there are plenty of good match-ups for him, he would bring a lot of excitement with him,” he told Fighters Only tonight following days of speculation in the MMA media regarding Henderson possibly jumping the UFC ship. And he added with a laugh, “I personally wouldn’t like to fight him, because if I fight a high-calibre fighter like Dan Henderson or a bum I would get paid the same, so there isn’t any motivation to fight a better fighter - although for the right money I would fight even Godzilla.”

CBS Exec Wants Your Help Promoting The November 7 Strikeforce Show

CBS Senior Executive Vice President Kelly Kahl recently spoke with MMAWeekly.com about the upcoming November 7 Strikeforce event, one headlined by a heavweight bout between Fedor Emelianenko and Brett Rogers. “Even if you’re not a hardcore mixed martial arts fan, you’re still going to get a lot of excitement watching (Emelianenko) do his thing in the cage,” said Kahl. “It’s a big task, but we’re up to it.” CBS Senior Executive Vice President Kelly Kahl recently spoke with MMAWeekly.com about the upcoming November 7 Strikeforce event, one headlined by a heavweight bout between Fedor Emelianenko and Brett Rogers. CBS ran several ten second adds this weekend during NFL broadcasts but Kahl feels that in order for the event to be successful,...

Dan Henderson Denies Strikeforce Rumors

Henderson and his camp have both come out denying any such deal with Strikeforce, or even being offered a deal by CEO Scott Coker. When reached by FanHouse, Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker said, “We’ve had dialogue with Dan but that’s all I’d like to say.” Henderson will be attending the Nov. 7 event but admitted he would be going as a guest and not as the latest Strikeforce fighter. On Friday Kevin Iole from Yahoo! Sports wrote an article stating former UFC and Pride Champ Dan Henderson (25-7) was on the verge of signing with the Strikeforce organization. Henderson and his camp have both come out denying any such deal with Strikeforce, or even being offered a deal by CEO Scott Coker. Contract negotiations have [...]

Strikeforce Challengers Hits Kansas City November 20!

Non-televised bouts in an event presented by San Jose, Calif.-based STRIKEFORCE, in association with Shamrock Promotions, will begin at 8 p.m. CT. Doors open at 7:15 CT. Tickets, starting at $35, are available at the Memorial Hall ticket office, online at Ticketmaster.com or by phone at (800) 745-3000. In his last outing, Woodley registered an impressive second-round submission (armbar) over former Tito Ortiz protégé, Zach Light fight at the STRIKEFORCE Challengers event in Tulsa, Okla. A popular up-and-comer, the 5-foot-9, 27-year-old Woodley, the 11th of 13 children raised mostly by a single mother, has won all his fights by submission.

Strikeforce CEO Wants To Unify Titles With DREAM

During a conference call on Wednesday, Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker talked further of working closely with Japans DREAM promotion to make fights happen by unifying titles. Here is a breakdown of the DREAM and Strikeforce titles. Featherweight Dream: Bibiano Fernandes Strikeforce: None Lightweight Dream: Shinya Aoki Strikeforce: Josh Thomson/Gilbert Melendez Welterweight Dream: Marius Zaromskis Strikeforce: None Middleweight Dream: None Strikeforce: Jake Shields-Jason Mayhem Miller winner Light heavyweight Dream: None Strikeforce: Gegard Mousasi Heavyweight Dream: None Strikeforce: Alistair Overeem

“The First To Blink Will Lose” Antonio ‘Bigfoot’ Silva

“I’m extremely happy, very happy to be back to United States after a year and four months. Everybody asked me when I would be back, and now I have the opportunity to face a great fighter”, Silva said, praising the opponent. “Werdum is an experienced guy, he passed thru big events and faced great guys… The expectation is the best as possible”. On November 7 Antonio ‘Bigfoot’ Silva (13-1) will make his return to US soil after a years suspension by the California State Athletic Commission. When he does he’ll step into the Strikeforce cage to fight heavyweight Fabricio Werdum (12-4-1). “I’m extremely happy, very happy to be back to United States after a year and four [...]

Jake Shields And Jason ‘Mayhem’ Miller Promise To Hype Their Strikeforce Title Fight

With current middleweight Strikeforce champion Cung Le abdicating from his title due to a busy acting schedule, both Jake Shields (23-4-1) and Jason ‘Mayhem’ Miller (22-6-0(1)) will face each other for that title on November 7 on CBS. “Strikeforce is the right promoter to bring MMA to the mainstream,” said Shields, who fought twice on CBS last year under the EliteXC banner. “It’s really important to us to make this successful. I want to do my part to promote this.” With current middleweight Strikeforce champion Cung Le abdicating from his title due to a busy acting schedule, both Jake Shields (23-4-1) and Jason ‘Mayhem’ Miller (22-6-0(1)) will face each other for that title on November 7 on CBS. Both fighters will be looked at to shoulder th...

“King Mo” Signs With Strikeforce

Undefeated fighter, Muhammed “King Mo” Lawal (5-0) has signed a multi-fight deal with Strikeforce. “King Mo” gained some notoriety this summer when a video of he and former UFC light-heavyweight “Rampage” Jackson made it on to Youtube showing them arguing in the back of a mini-van at this summers UFC fan expo. Undefeated fighter, Muhammed “King Mo” Lawal (5-0) has signed a multi-fight deal with Strikeforce. Sources close to the negotiations confirmed the deal with Sherdog.com and hinted that we could see Lawal make his first appearance sometime in December. No word on who he might face as of yet. Lawal is a successful collegiate wrestling champion [...]

Paulo Filho “He (Mousasi) Is Young, Immature, And Too Confident”

Tatame: Anderson will probably face Vitor Belfort in 2010. How do you think that fight is gonna be? Paulo Filho: It’s really hard… Vitor have a very good sight, Anderson has nothing else to prove… They’re both great athletes, they both can win. It’ll depend of each one’s spirit on the fight’s day. Who gets there more focused will win. With his opponent set at the DREAM.12 event on November 25, Paulo Filho (18-1) is preparing for his fight against judo champ Dong Sik Yoon. Filho, who talked with Tatame.com, discussed his upcoming bout as well as commenting on Strikeforce light-heavyweight champion Gegard Mousasi. Filho had made comments earlier this summer saying “I wanna [...]

Full Primetime MMA Card Set for Nov. 7 Strikeforce

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 9 - CBS, STRIKEFORCE, M-1 Global today officially announced the fight card for mixed martial arts’ (MMA) return to primetime with CBS/ STRIKEFORCE/M-1 GLOBAL SATURDAY NIGHT FIGHTS, Saturday, Nov. 7 (9:00 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network from Chicago, Illinois’ Sears Centre Arena. “We’re looking forward to delivering an explosive night of world class MMA action on CBS,” said Scott Coker, Founder and CEO of STRIKEFORCE. “We have the world’s # 1 fighter, Fedor, making his network primetime debut against an undefeated powerhouse in Brett Rogers and, with the stars lined up for the remainder of the card, it is bound to be an exciting night of television.”

Gegard Mousasi Vs. Sokoudjou Set For Strikeforce November 7 event.

Strikeforce is continuing to set the card for it’s upcoming November 7 show which will air on CBS. Strikeforce’s recently crowned light heavyweight champion Gegard Mousasi is set to take on “The African Assasin” Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou though the bout will not be a for a title and the ISAC still has to approve the fight between the two. Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Rogers will take place from the Sears Centre in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Strikeforce has already announced that WAMMA champion Fedor Emelianenko will take on Brett Rogers, Fabricio Werdum will face Antonio Silva, and that Jake Shields will take on Jason”Mayhem” Miller for the middleweight belt. It looks like Strikeforce is hoping to stack the first appearance of Fedor under thei...

Fabricio Werdum Vs. Antonio Silva Set For November 7.

Strikeforce has managed to find a good heavyweight matchup for its upcoming November 7 card. The card will feature a bout between standout fighter Fabricio Werdum and former EliteXC heavyweight champion Antonio “Bigfoot” Silva. Silva will be coming off a year long suspension, during which he still fought but in Japan. Strikeforce has managed to find a good heavyweight matchup for its upcoming November 7 card. The card will feature a bout between standout fighter Fabricio Werdum and former EliteXC heavyweight champion Antonio “Bigfoot” Silva. Silva will be coming off a year long suspension, during which he still fought but in Japan. There [...]

Alistair Overeem Gets New Opponent For Golden Glory Event

Before Strikeforce heavyweight champion Alistair Overeem (29-11-1) is expected to step into the cage at DREAM.12, he’ll fight on Oct. 17 at a Golden Glory event in his home town of Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Overeem was supposed to face former “The Ultimate Fighter” alum Sam Hoger at the hybrid MMA and K-1 event, but will now face Tony Sylvester (11-2) instead. Before Strikeforce heavyweight champion Alistair Overeem (29-11-1) is expected to step into the cage at DREAM.12, he’ll fight on Oct. 17 at a Golden Glory event in his home town of Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Overeem was supposed to face former “The Ultimate Fighter” alum Sam Hoger at the hybrid MMA and K-1 event, [...]

Joe Riggs Is Looking To Get Back Into The Cage

After withdrawing from his Strikeforce bout this summer, Joe Riggs (31-11-0(1)) is itching to get back and fight. Riggs had been scheduled to face Nick Diaz at the August Strikeforce event but had to withdraw due to an illness caused by an adverse effect when he stopped taking a medication. After his release, Riggs went back to training and has heard little from the promotion since. After withdrawing from his Strikeforce bout this summer, Joe Riggs (31-11-0(1)) is itching to get back and fight. Riggs had been scheduled to face Nick Diaz at the August Strikeforce event but had to withdraw due to an illness caused by an adverse effect when he stopped taking a medication. The Strikeforce welterweight is healthy, or mostly [...]

Werdum To Face “Bigfoot” Silva On CBS Nov. 7 Event

According to sources close to the fighters, the former UFC fighter will likely face the former EliteXC champion Antônio “Bigfoot” Silva in November 7 event. TATAME.com just learned the fight was agreed, and spoke with Werdum about the possibility. Strikeforce looks to stack it’s November 7 show on CBS by adding a heavyweight bout between Fabrício Werdum (12-4-1) and Antônio “Bigfoot” Silva (13-1). According to sources close to the fighters, the former UFC fighter will likely face the former EliteXC champion Antônio “Bigfoot” Silva in November 7 event. TATAME.com just learned the fight was [...]

Shine international Pins Down Strikeforce Distribution Deal

“We are excited about the opportunity to bring Strikeforce fights to the homes of MMA fans throughout the world,” said Strikeforce Founder and CEO Scott Coker. “Shine International is a world renowned leader in the international television business and, with their support, we are confident that we will be able to greatly expand the scope of the Strikeforce brand.” The Strikeforce library of programming includes 30 episodes of previously recorded fights that have aired on NBC and more than 56 hours of fights that have aired on Showtime. The deal between Strikeforce and Shine International also encompasses new, upcoming live fights through February 2012 as well as Strikeforce Challengers fights, pitting Strikeforce up-and-comer...

Called Out MMA II Full Card Set for Nov. 14

In the co-main event Bao Quach (17-9-1) squares off against Georgi Karakhanyan (12-1). Quach, a highly sought after mixed martial arts veteran, has had the opportunity to exhibit his talent with several top MMA promotions including EliteXC, Affliction and Strike Force. For Karakhanyan, who carries only one blemish on an otherwise stellar record, Quach will undoubtedly be his toughest challenge thus far. Call Out MMA is a professional mixed martial arts promotion created by Steve “Stealth” Miller, a world record holding strength athlete and former mixed martial artist. Assisting Steve Miller are promoter/matchmaker Mike Rush and assistant matchmaker/ director of production George Bastermajyan. The Called Out team held its fir...

MFC Lightweight Champ Antonio McKee Says He’d ‘Kick BJ’s Butt”

The 40 year old spoke to FanHouse.com about his upcoming bout and the answered questions about why he wasn’t fighting in the UFC. I don’t know who you have to beat me at 155. Who? Clay Guida? Sean Sherk? I had a fight with Sean Sherk and he turned it down. Because my strength is their strength but I’m better at it. I’m the best wrestler in mixed martial arts right now. There’s only one guy that’s running neck-to-neck with me and that’s Mo Lawal. And Mo would tell you the same thing, “McKee is probably the best wrestler in the game [of MMA].” Pound for pound? 155 pounds? I’m not trying to be cocky. I’m just telling it as it is.

Brett Rogers Talks Alistair Overeem.

Brett Rogers wants Alistair Overeem to either fight to defend his Strikeforce title, or to give it up. Either way it’s apparent that Rogers doesn’t think that Overeem’s injuries are the only reason for the lack of title defenses. Here’s the quote, via Pro MMA Radio:

Gegard Mousasi Will Fight In November, Also Desires To Be A UFC Champion

On Strikeforce - On the UFC - There are so many things possible in a short time, maybe I lose two times and the UFC doesn’t want me at all. That’s why I focus on one fight at a time. My goal in the future is of course to become UFC champion but I’m not in a rush. I’m happy with Strikeforce now and that’s the most important things. I’m now champion and want to defend with honor and dignity. It’s up to fighters like Fedor, Alistair and me to show great fights and make Strikeforce look good. I still believe Strikeforce is the company with the most growth potential. By the way maybe the UFC champions will come to Strikeforce and challenges us for the belt (laughs). (more…)

Ronaldo “Jacaré” Souza Competes At The 2009 ADCC Tournament

The ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club) Submission Wrestling World Championship is a competition involving professional athletes who have been successful at the highest levels of Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Judo, Sambo, Shooto and Mixed Martial Arts. The rules of the event disallow strikes while promoting grappling and submissions. Strikeforce middleweight fighter Ronaldo Jacaré Souza (10-2-0(1)) who is a two-time World Jiu-Jitsu champion and the 2005 77–87 kg ADCC Champion, can add another title to his collection. Souza defeated Robert Drysdale to take the ADCC Superfight title in a battle that lasted for 20 minutes by a score of 2-0. The ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club) [...]

Couture vs. Vera - Strikeforce Challengers

No not Randy Couture and Brandon Vera, who will meet in Machester as part of UFC 105, but Kim Couture (1-1) and Kerry Vera (1-0) who will meet on Nov. 20 as part of an unannounced Strikeforce Challengers show. Kim Couture is the ex-spouse of Randy Couture, while Kerry Vera is Brandon Vera’s wife. The men will meet about a week before the women will. The news was first reported by Sherdog.com. No not Randy Couture and Brandon Vera, who will meet in Machester as part of UFC 105, but Kim Couture (1-1) and Kerry Vera (1-0) who will meet on Nov. 20 as part of an unannounced Strikeforce Challengers show. Kim Couture is the ex-spouse of Randy Couture, while Kerry Vera is Brandon Vera’s wife. The men will [...]

Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker Talks About The CBS Fedor vs. Rogers Show

FanHouse: We had previously heard Fedor vs. Rogers would be on Showtime. How did the deal go down to put it on CBS? Scott Coker: We just got a call that CBS was interested in doing that fight, and we were all in agreement that would be a win-win for CBS to put MMA back on the air. It’s a great day for the mixed martial arts industry. FanHouse: Will Shields and Miller fight each other? Scott Coker: That hasn’t been confirmed. This is an exciting fight for the sport of mixed martial arts. The fans can tune in to CBS on Nov. 7 and see Fedor fight Rogers, plus Jake Shields, Mayhem Miller, Cris Cyborg, Gegard Mousasi, that’s a great day for mixed martial arts. I’m very happy we’re going to put MMA back on CBS and I’m looking forward to it.