To say UFC 137 has seen one of the oddest lead ups to fight night would be an understatement. With press conference no shows, main event changes, injuries galore and a sumo fat suit at weight in, the fighters have a lot to live up to if they want to top that.
UFC 137 is finally upon us and although we won’t be getting to see GSP defend his title against Carlos Condit, we will get to watch BJ Penn go toe to toe with MMA’s true Bad Boy; Nick Diaz.
It seems as if ever couple events a fight card gets ravaged by injuries and come fight time things look completely different. Saturdays UFC 137 has suffered through four injured fighters and a press conference no-show, resulting in a title fight being scrapped and multiple fighters now staring new opponents.
It’s been literally WEEKS since the last UFC event, but somehow we’ve all survived the empty Saturday nights and lived to bet again. The UFC 137 card is an interesting one wager wise, as luck may just favor the bold here in several very close fights. So, check out my comparison betting odds for this fight, as well as any valid props for this fight.
When one thinks about Matt Mitrione, several things could pop into their head. From his days playing football at Perdue, to his heated arguments with Rashad Evans on The Ultimate Fighter to his outgoing and humorous personality, one thing is for certain, Mitrione has certainly entertained fans both in and out of the cage.
It’s been seven long years since Jeff Curran last stepped into a UFC Octagon to ply his trade. He’s had highs and lows in those seven years, but he’s back. He will be making his return at UFC 137 in Las Vegas to take on a very talented Bantamweight in Scott Jorgensen.
Matt Mitrione has not lost a fight since he began fighting professionally. He’s a perfect 5-0 inside the Octagon and will be stepping up in a big way when he fights Cheick Kongo at UFC 137. The card is expected to take place on October 29th, live from Las Vegas, Nevada.
It was a great event on Sunday night, but what to make of all these crazy KOs and kimuras? Let’s take a look at what transpired at UFC Live: Kongo vs. Barry (UFC on Versus 4) and figure out who needs improvement and where these fighters are headed.
UFC on FOX 7: Henderson vs. Melendez Weigh-in Pictures
Due to a previously scheduled Arena Football game at the HP Pavilion, today’s UFC on FOX 7 weigh-ins were held less than a mile away at the California Theater. The small theater was completely filled with cheering fans and all the fighters they came to see made weight.
The Ultimate Fighter 16 Finale Weigh-in Pictures
Amidst everything else going on, the UFC has themselves a busy day today with the UFC on FX 6 taking place in Australia and The Ultimate Fighter 16 finale weigh-ins. All 24 fighters made weight today for tomorrow’s event that will crown The Ultimate Fighter 16 welterweight winner.
UFC on FUEL TV 4 Weigh-in Results and Photos
SAN JOSE, Cal. – Still recovering from Saturday’s UFC 148, MMAValor.com was inside the HP Pavilion for today’s UFC on FUEL TV 4 weigh-ins. A few of the fighters would need to step onto the scale behind a towel but all 22 fighters on the UFC on FUEL TV 4 fight card made weight.
TUF Live Finale Live Results and Event Pictures
The long grind of the first live version of The Ultimate Fighter ends tonight at the TUF Live Finale in Las Vegas. Featuring 12 of the 16 TUF Live contestants, the 10 bout card will be headlined by an important match-up in the welterweight division between Jake Ellenberger and Martin Kampmann.
TUF Live Finale Weigh-in Results and Pictures
All the fighters for tomorrow’s TUF Live Finale were on weight as they stepped onto the scales inside the Pearl at the Palms. The 20 fighters, including 12 of the 16 TUF Live fighters will begin entering the Octagon tomorrow starting at 2:45pm PT / 5:45pm ET.
