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[27 Jul 2009 | No Comment | ]
Why MMA fans can expect Fedor to join the UFC

With the demise of Affliction’s MMA event efforts and return to the UFC as a sponsor, fans wonder most about one thing. In the wake of combat legend Fedor Emelianenko finding himself unemployed and without a venue to fight on, the vast hoardes of enthusiasts across the globe (myself included) clamor for potential news of The Last Emperor signing on the UFC’s dotted line.
It’s no secret that Fedor reigns supreme in topping many well-respected pound-for-pound fighter rankings, and for good reason. In an already historic career, Emelinenko has put together …

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[26 Jun 2009 | No Comment | ]
Don’t let the door hit you: Roger Huerta faces Gray Maynard at Fight Night 19

Roger Huerta (20-2-1) will face highly ranked UFC lightweight contender Gray “The Bully” Maynard (7-0-1) at Fight Night 19. To the average fan, this appears as a great opportunity for ESPN cover boy Huerta to get right back in the mix at 155 lbs following his loss to Kenny Florian.
What many may not be aware of though, is that the undefeated Maynard has flown under the radar and steadily climbed the ladder towards a title shot while Huerta has recently refused a contract extension.
With Roger seeking a career change from …