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Why to watch UFC on Versus

July 29, 2010   Matthew Wheeler (Contributor)   No comments

In a stacked week for the UFC we get one great event free, that takes place this Sunday live on Versus. The UFC has another test for its young prospect and giving him the main card slot is the perfect stage for him to shine on. John “Bones” Jones (10-1 MMA) looks to take a step up the tall light heavyweight ladder facing a tough veteran in Vladimir Matyushenko (24-4 MMA). The Fight card is still stacked with well known names and is a great addition to a week packed with UFC fights when paired with UFC 117.

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Who is Vladimir Matyushenko?

July 29, 2010   Jake Russell   No comments

At UFC on Versus on August 1, Vladimir Matyushenko will fight one of his toughest opponents to date, Jon Jones. He may be the underdog, but Matyushenko is not one to take lightly. After nearly 13 years of competing in the sport, the 39-year-old Belarusian knows how to handle the pressure of taking on bigger challenges.

Matyushenko began his MMA career in the IFC. After having much success there and in other small promotions, “The Janitor” made his UFC debut at UFC 32. After defeating Yuki Kondo, Matyushenko was awarded a title shot against the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion at the time, Tito Ortiz. After a lackluster five rounds, Ortiz was given the unanimous decision.

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