UFC on FX 8: The Aftermath

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May 192013
 
Vitor Belfort (red shorts) made short work of Strikeforce transplant Luke Rockhold (blue shorts) at UFC on FX 8. (Photo courtesy of Sherdog)

Vitor Belfort (red shorts) made short work of Strikeforce transplant Luke Rockhold (blue shorts) at UFC on FX 8. (Photo courtesy of Sherdog)

The UFC returned to FX and Brazil with last night’s UFC on FX 8 card to roaring success, especially for Brazilian fighters who went 9-1 against those visiting their country for the event. On the main card, the Brazilians took a clean sweep with the only loss going to “The Brazilian Samurai” João Zeferino (13-5) who dropped a Unanimous Decision to his fellow countryman “Sapo” Rafael Natal (16-4-1). Rafael Dos Anjos (19-6) won a close and, as a result, controversial unanimous bid over Evan Dunham (14-4). In his UFC debut, “Jacare” Ronaldo Souza (18-3) made short, one-sided work of journeyman Chris Camozzi (19-6), and the main event saw a strong contender for “Knockout of the Year” as “The Phenom” Vitor Belfort (23-10) handed Luke Rockhold (10-2) a sound thrashing in his first trip to the Octagon, culminating with a stunning spinning hook kick KO. MMA Gospel is here, as always, to break down each bout and the potential consequences for the winners and losers. Continue reading »

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UFC on FX 8 Fight Bonuses

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May 192013
 
Vitor Belfort (left) earned a highlight-reel KO over former Strikeforce champ Luke Rockhold (right) and took home a $50K fight bonus for his efforts. (Photo courtesy of Zuffa, LLC.)

Vitor Belfort (left) earned a highlight-reel KO over former Strikeforce champ Luke Rockhold (right) and took home a $50K fight bonus for his efforts. (Photo courtesy of Zuffa, LLC.)

The following fight bonuses were awarded for UFC on FX 8: Belfort vs. Rockhold

Submission of the Night:

Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza (over Chris Camozzi) receives $50,000

Knockout of the Night:

Vitor Belfort (over Luke Rockhold) receives $50,000

Fight of the Night:

Lucas Martins and Jeremy Larsen each receive $50,000

Click here for the full list of UFC on FX 8 results.

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UFC on FX 8: Belfort vs. Rockhold Live Results

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May 182013
 
(Photo courtesy of Zuffa, LLC.)

(Photo courtesy of Zuffa, LLC.)

—MAIN CARD (on FX @ 9:00pm ET)—

Vitor Belfort vs. Luke Rockhold: Belfort via KO (Head Kick and Punches), Round 1, 2:32

Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza vs. Chris Camozzi: Souza via Technical Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke), Round 1, 3:37

Rafael Dos Anjos vs. Evan Dunham: Dos Anjos via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28), Round 3, 5:00

Rafael Natal vs. João Zeferino: Natal via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28), Round 3, 5:00 Continue reading »

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UFC on FX 8 Weigh-Ins Results, Video

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May 172013
 

(Video courtesy of Zuffa, LLC.)

—MAIN CARD (on FX @ 9:00pm ET)—

Vitor Belfort (186) vs. Luke Rockhold (186)

Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza (186) vs. Chris Camozzi (186)

Rafael dos Anjos (156) vs. Evan Dunham (156)

Rafael Natal (186) vs. João Zeferino (185) Continue reading »

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UFC on FX 8 Pre-Fight Breakdown: Part II

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May 162013
 
Vitor Belfort (black trunks) has been a force of nature second only to Anderson Silva at middleweight and represents a tall order for incoming Strikeforce champ Luke Rockhold. (Photo courtesy of Zuffa, LLC.)

Vitor Belfort (black trunks) has been a force of nature second only to Anderson Silva at middleweight and represents a tall order for incoming Strikeforce champ Luke Rockhold. (Photo courtesy of Zuffa, LLC.)

The UFC is back on the airwaves Saturday night with a strong offering from Santa Catarina, Brazil. In Part I of MMA Gospel’s coverage of the upcoming matches, close looks were taken at 2008 BJJ world champ “The Brazilian Samurai” Joao Zeferino’s (13-4) debut bout against “Sapo” Rafael Natal (15-4-1), and the meeting of mid-tier lightweights Evan Dunham (14-3) and Rafael Dos Anjos (18-6). In this second look at the main card, the co-main and main events get the rundown. Former Strikeforce Middleweight Champion “Jacare” Ronaldo Souza (17-3) will meet TUF standout Chris Camozzi (19-5) who replaced “Costa” Constantinos Philippou (12-2-1) after he sustained a cut in training. Headlining the event is the man who stripped Souza of his title and never relinquished it, Luke Rockhold (10-1). The final Strikeforce champ will face a tall order as he meets a man who has destroyed every middleweight he has faced not named “The Spider” Anderson Silva (33-4), “The Phenom” Vitor Belfort (22-10).  Continue reading »

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UFC on FX 8 Pre-Fight Breakdown: Part I

 Posted by at 7:25 PM  MMA News, UFC  1 Response »
May 152013
 
Evan Dunham's (blue gloves) career has had a few ups and downs, but his ability to control the position of the fight should net him a win at UFC on FX 8. (Photo courtesy of Sherdog)

Evan Dunham’s (blue gloves) career has had a few ups and downs, but his ability to control the position of the fight should net him a win at UFC on FX 8. (Photo courtesy of Sherdog)

The FX Network again plays host to the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization as the UFC on FX 8 pits former champion “The Phenom” Vitor Belfort (22-10) against the final king of the Strikeforce middleweight division, Luke Rockhold (10-1). Fellow Strikeforce standout “Jacare” Ronaldo Souza (17-3) will fill the co-main against TUF alum Chris Camozzi (19-5). Before the former kings of the Strikeforce 185 scene hit the mats, two solid pairings will open the night’s festivities. Evan Dunham (14-3) will fight to rebuild his chances at 155-division gold against the streaking Rafael Dos Anjos (18-6). Opening the main card, fans will find newcomer “The Brazilian Samurai” Joao Zeferino (13-4) pitting his varied and lethal submission skill set against those of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt “Sapo” Rafael Natal (15-4-1). Here, MMA Gospel takes a closer look at the first half of Saturday evening’s main card offerings. Continue reading »

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