UFC 119 official for Sept. 25 in Indianapolis, Mir vs. Nogueira II headlines (7/19/2010 4:55:00 PM)
As expected the Ultimate Fighting Championship makes its Indiana debut on Sept. 25 when Conseco Fieldhouse in Indianapolis hosts UFC 119. MMAjunkie.com first reported the event details in June, and UFC executives today made the pay-per-view event official. As previously reported, Frank Mir rematches fellow ex-heavyweight champ Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in the night's main event.
UFC 119 Fight Card: Mir vs. Nogueira 2 (7/19/2010 1:07:11 PM)
Filed under: UFCThe UFC 119 fight card will feature the rematch between former heavyweight champions Frank Mir and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira on Sept. 25 at the Conseco Field House in Indianapolis, Ind. Rodrigo Nogueira's twin brother, Rogerio, will also be action in the co-main event, in a light heavyweight showdown against The Ultimate Fighter winner Ryan Bader. The fight card is below.
Mir Vs. Big Nog 2 Rematch Official For Ufc 119 (7/19/2010 10:36:28 AM)
The Ultimate Fighting Championship on Monday made the rematch between former UFC champions Frank Mir and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira official for UFC 119 in Indianapolis...
UFC 119: Mir vs. Nogueira 2 Official for September 25 in Indianapolis (7/19/2010 7:00:05 AM)
As expected, the UFC today announced that it make its Indianapolis debut on September 25 with "UFC 119: Mir vs. Nogueira 2," which is headlined by a rematch between former heavyweight title-holders Frank Mir and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira.
Frank Mir vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira II headlines UFC 119 in Indianapolis (7/8/2010 6:10:00 PM)
A rematch between heavyweights Frank Mir and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira headlines September's UFC 119 event. UFC president Dana White today confirmed the fight with MMAFighting.com, and MMAjunkie has confirmed the booking with a source close to one of the fighters. An official announcement of the fight and event is expected as soon as this week.
Mir Vs. Nogueira 2 Headlines Ufc 119 (7/8/2010 12:13:10 PM)
The Nogueira brothers will compete on the same card in September, as Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has agreed to meet Frank Mir in the main event fight for the Sept 25 card expected to take place in Indianapolis at the Conseco Fieldhouse...
Nogueira vs. Mir Rematch to Main Event UFC 119, Little Nog vs. Bader in Co-Main (7/8/2010 11:13:49 AM)
Filed under: UFC, FanHouse Exclusive, NewsWith UFC 119 on the hunt for star power, it's the Nogueira brothers to the rescue. MMA legend Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets his long-awaited rematch with Frank Mir in the main event of UFC 119, MMA Fighting has learned. UFC President Dana White has confirmed the matchup to MMA Fighting. He also confirmed a light-heavyweight bout pitting Antonio Rogerio Nogueira vs. Ryan Bader in the co-main event.
Frank Mir vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Rematch Headlines UFC 119 (7/8/2010 8:00:32 AM)
A rematch between former heavyweight title-holders Frank Mir and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira will headline UFC 119 on September 25 in Indianapolis, UFC President Dana White today confirmed. Nogueira's twin brother, Antonio Rogerio Nogueira, faces fellow light heavyweight contender Ryan Bader in the UFC 119 co-main event.
UFC 114's Antonio Rogerio Nogueira eyes top-three status, still gunning for Forrest Griffin (5/28/2010 3:50:00 AM)
LAS VEGAS - Fans who limit their intake of mixed martial arts strictly to UFC contests likely have little idea who Antonio Rogerio Nogueira really is. He may perhaps be known as the twin brother of former UFC interim heavyweight champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. Or fans may remember his lone UFC performance to date - a UFC 106 "Knockout of the Night" win over Luiz Cane. At Saturday night's UFC 114 event in Las Vegas, Nogueira plans on taking the next step toward making his a household name.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Calls For Rematch With Frank Mir (5/10/2010 4:40:09 PM)
Filed under: UFCAntonio Rodrigo Nogueira may be coming off the most devastating loss of his career after UFC heavyweight contender Cain Velasquez scored a first-round knockout over him at UFC 110, but the former champ isn't ready to hang up the gloves just yet. In a recent interview with Tatame, Nogueira weighed in on his future with the UFC and said he's eager to get another crack at fellow former heavyweight champ Frank Mir, who defeated him via a decisive second-round TKO at UFC 92.
Round 5's latest series includes Silva, Franklin, Sanchez and new dual-fighter figurines (4/20/2010 1:00:00 PM)
The popular Round 5 figurine company today announced the fighters who will be featured in its "Ultimate Collector Series 3" line, which hits stores later this year. Fighters selected for the series include UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva, former champs Rich Franklin and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Diego Sanchez, and Wanderlei Silva. Additionally, for the first time, Round 5 will produce a new "Versus" line. The dual-figurines feature two fighters from classic fights such as Forrest Griffin and Stephan Bonnar at The Ultimate Fighter 1 Finale.
Nogueira’s Trainer Luiz Alves Dies (3/20/2010 12:11:36 PM)
Luiz Alves, the long-time trainer of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, died Friday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira UFC 110 Walkout Shirt (2/22/2010 10:30:36 AM)
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UFC 110 main card recap: Velasquez stuns Nogueira in first, Silva returns to win column (2/21/2010 5:55:00 AM)
Heading into the main event of UFC 110, many MMA experts pointed to the suspect power of heavyweight Cain Velasquez and the legendary chin of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira as a reason "Big Nog" would eventually defeat his much-younger opponent. Many MMA experts were horribly wrong. Instead, Velasquez destroyed Nogueira on the feet in less than one-half of a round in the main event of "UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez" at Acer Arena in Sydney, Australia.
UFC 110: Cain Velasquez KOs Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (2/21/2010 12:31:00 AM)
by Michael David SmithFiled under: UFC, NewsThere's a new young heavyweight superstar in mixed martial arts.In a clash of the titans in the main event at UFC 110, the promising young prospect Cain Velasquez knocked out the legendary MMA superstar Antonio Rodrigo "Minotauro" Nogueira, firmly establishing Velasquez as one of the elite fighters in the sport. More: UFC 110 Results | Follow Us on Twitter | UFC 110 News UFC 110: Cain Velasquez KOs Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:31:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
UFC 110 Live Blog: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Cain Velasquez Updates (2/20/2010 11:59:00 PM)
by Ray HuiFiled under: UFCThis is the UFC 110 live blog for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Cain Velasquez, the main event of tonight's pay-per-view.Former PRIDE and UFC champion Nogueira fights undefeated Velasquez for a possible heavyweight title shot against Brock Lesnar.The live blog begins below. More: UFC 110 Results | Follow Us on Twitter | UFC 110 News UFC 110 Live Blog: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Cain Velasquez Updates originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Sat, 20 Feb 2010 23:59:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
UFC 110 Results, Live Updates: Nogueira vs. Velasquez, More (2/20/2010 8:00:00 PM)
by Bryan TuckerFiled under: UFC, ResultsFanHouse has UFC 110 results for all of the Feb. 20 UFC 110 fights headlined by former UFC heavyweight champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Cain Velasquez in the main event.We will have live blogs of all the PPV fights and live UFC 110 Twitter updates.Also on the card, Wanderlei Silva battles Michael Bisping and Mirko Cro Crop challenges Anthony Perosh.The full UFC 110 results are below.UFC 110 Results, Live Updates: Nogueira vs. Velasquez, More originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Sat, 20 Feb 2010 20:00:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
UFC 110 Results: Velasquez Destroys Nogueira, Silva Edges Bisping (2/20/2010 7:43:04 PM)
Cain Velasquez cemented himself as one of the top heavyweights in the UFC, handling a major step up in competition with ease as he dominated former UFC and PRIDE champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira with striking before dropping him midway through the first and finishing him with punches on the ground. Velasquez remains undefeated, improving to 8-0
UFC 110 Main Event Breakdown: Cain Velasquez vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (2/20/2010 9:02:00 AM)
by Mike ChiappettaFiled under: UFC, NewsThere comes a moment in every championship hopeful's career when he has to take the leap from fighting solid opponents to facing the elite. That moment arrives for UFC heavyweight Cain Velasquez at UFC 110. In Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Velasquez will be tested against a fighter who is widely considered the second-best heavyweight in MMA history. Can Velasquez possibly be prepared for such a challenge? Let's take a look at the UFC 110 main event.UFC 110 Main Event Breakdown: Cain Velasquez vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:02:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
UFC 110 Live Results and Play-by-Play Updates for “Nogueira vs. Velasquez” (2/20/2010 6:30:02 AM)
Welcome to MMAFrenzy.com's live coverage of "UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez," which kicks off tonight at 8pm ET with live preliminary card results followed by live play-by-play of the UFC 110 main card beginning at 10pm ET, including Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Cain Velasquez and Wanderlei Silva vs. Michael Bisping.Welcome to MMAFrenzy.com's live coverage of "UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez," which kicks off tonight at 8pm ET with live preliminary card results followed by live play-by-play of the UFC 110 main card beginning at 10pm ET, including Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Cain Velasquez and Wanderlei Silva vs. Michael Bisping.
Nogueira and Silva Back to the Future (2/20/2010 1:40:00 AM)
Thomas Gerbasi, UFC - Put Antonio Rodrigo 'Minotauro' Nogueira in the same room with Wanderlei Silva, and they're just not two fighters anymore; they're two countrymen, two friends, laughing and joking with an ease that contradicts the actuality that they will soon step into the UFC Octagon with the task of proving once again why they are so revered in the sport of mixed martial arts.
Velasquez Expects War With Nogueira At Ufc 110 (2/19/2010 5:01:07 PM)
Cain Velasquez expects nothing less than an all out war with Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira at UFC 110 in Sydney...
Pros Pick: Nogueira vs. Velasquez (2/19/2010 12:32:06 PM)
The land of koala bears, kangaroos and deadly funnel web spiders can add two more dangerous predators to its list: the submission prowess of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and the dominant wrestling of Cain Velasquez. The two heavyweights will clash in a quasi
Minotauro Nogueira For the Love of the Game (2/19/2010 6:01:00 AM)
Thomas Gerbasi, UFC - Fight fans can be a fickle group. If an athlete wins all the time, all is well. But if he loses one fight, and all of a sudden the sky is falling. Never was this phenomenon more evident than on the morning after Antonio Rodrigo "Minotauro" Nogueira's second round TKO loss to Frank Mir in December of 2008.
White confirms Nogueira vs. Velasquez winner could get first crack at Lesnar (2/18/2010 1:45:00 AM)
The main event of this weekend's "UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez" is based on a great storyline of "young buck meets grizzled veteran." But at today's pre-event press conference in Sydney, Australia, UFC president Dana White confirmed what many MMA observers had already suspected: an immediate title shot might hinge on the bout as well. Despite an upcoming interim heavyweight title fight between top contenders Shane Carwin and Frank Mir at UFC 111 in March, White acknowledged that the winner of the featured contest between Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Cain Velasquez might be next for returning UFC heavyweight champ Brock Lesnar.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira: Friends Don't Fight Friends (2/17/2010 12:00:00 PM)
by Michael David SmithFiled under: UFCIf I were playing fantasy matchmaker and lining up the best fights the UFC could offer in 2010, my short list would probably include Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Junior dos Santos, Anderson Silva vs. Lyoto Machida, and the Silva-Machida winner against Nogueira's brother, Antonio Rogerio Nogueira.But in the real world we live in, those fights aren't going to happen. And in his chat with MMAFighting.com on Tuesday, Rodrigo Nogueira explained why.Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira: Friends Don't Fight Friends originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Live Chat (2/16/2010 9:45:00 AM)
by Michael David SmithFiled under: UFCAntonio Rodrigo Nogueira will fight Cain Velasquez this weekend in the main event at UFC 110, but before he does he'll take some time out of his schedule for a live chat right here at MMAFighting.com.The chat will begin Tuesday night at 8:15PM ET. More: Watch UFC 110 Live on FanHouse Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Live Chat originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:45:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
UFC 110 Video: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Focusing on ‘Speed and Agility’ for Cain Velasquez (2/16/2010 4:49:35 AM)
Click here to check out the UFC 110 fight card, and for complete UFC 110 coverage, including live UFC 110 results this Saturday, stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Silva, Nogueira Say They Still Have Much to Offer Sport (2/14/2010 11:02:00 AM)
by Mike ChiappettaFiled under: Strikeforce, NewsDespite neither man being older than 33 years old, Brazilian stars Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Wanderlei Silva have faced recent doubts about how much they have left in their respective gas tanks as they continue the chase for UFC gold. The questions stem not from their age, but from the physical styles that have made them among the most successful and legendary fighters in MMA's short history. But ask either man about the idea that next Saturday's UFC 110 bouts pitting Nogueira against Cain Velasquez and Silva against Michael Bisping represents a battle of old veterans against rising youngsters, and you'll meet some resistance.Silva, Nogueira Say They Still Have Much to Offer Sport originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Sun, 14 Feb 2010 11:02:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
UFC 110 Training Camp Video Journal: Cain Velasquez (2/11/2010 9:30:00 AM)
by Ariel HelwaniFiled under: UFC, FanHouse Exclusive, VideosCain Velasquez is considered by most to be one of the 10 best heavyweights in MMA, and while the undefeated Velasquez continues to improve every time he steps inside the Octagon, he has never faced anyone quite like Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. The 27-year-old Velasquez will headline UFC 110 against "Big Nog," and a win against the former PRIDE and interim UFC heavyweight champion will surely put him one step closer to fighting for a title. MMA Fighting's E. Casey Leydon spent some time with Velasquez and his training partners at the American Kickboxing Academy in San Jose, Calif., and found out what the former Arizona State University wrestling star is doing to prepare for the toughest fight of his young career. Check out Velasquez's UFC 110 video journal below.UFC 110 Training Camp Video Journal: Cain Velasquez originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:30:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permal
"UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez" video preview (2/10/2010 6:10:00 PM)
In anticipation of the organization's next major event, the Ultimate Fighting Championship recently released a video preview of "UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez." The show takes place Feb. 21 at Acer Arena in Australia and airs on pay-per-view. In the enclosed video, UFC officials compare the effectiveness of a now-healthy Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira with the quickly improving Cain Velasquez. The two heavyweights meet in the night's main event.
Velasquez: Nogueira 'Just Another Guy I Need to Fight' (2/10/2010 1:59:00 PM)
by Michael David SmithFiled under: MMA Videos, UFCThe youth of Cain Velasquez against the experience of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is the main theme the UFC is using to promote the main event at UFC 110, and in this promotional video, Velasquez makes an interesting comment about where Nogueira fits in among the opponents he's faced in his relatively brief MMA career."He's just another guy up on the ladder that I need to fight to get where I want to be," Velasquez said of Nogueira.Velasquez: Nogueira 'Just Another Guy I Need to Fight' originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Wed, 10 Feb 2010 13:59:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
UFC 110 Video Preview for “Nogueira vs. Velasquez” on February 20 (2/10/2010 1:00:49 PM)
The UFC makes its Australian debut with "UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez" on February 21 at the Acer Arena in Sydney, Australia. The event, which features Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Cain Velasquez and Wanderlei Silva vs. Michael Bisping, airs live on pay-per-view on February 20. Watch an extended video preview for the card after the jump or click here to check out the UFC 110 fight card.
UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez Fight Card (1/17/2010 8:30:11 AM)
The fight card for "UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez," which takes place on February 21 at the Acer Arena in Sydney, Australia, is now complete. UFC 110 is headlined by a matchup between heavyweight contenders Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Cain Velasquez, and also featuresMichael Bisping vs. Wanderlei Silva, George Sotiropoulos vs. Joe Stevenson, Ryan Bader vs. Keith Jardine, and Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic vs. Ben Rothwell.
UFC 110 Fight Card: Nogueira vs. Velasquez, Silva vs. Bisping (1/13/2010 6:05:00 PM)
by Ray HuiFiled under: UFCNine bouts are currently official for UFC 110, the promotion's debut in the land down under.The Feb. 20 card at the Acer Arena in Sydney, Australia boasts a heavyweight tilt between Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Cain Velasquez as well as the middleweight debut of Wanderlei Silva in a fight against Michael Bisping.The fight card is below.UFC 110 Fight Card: Nogueira vs. Velasquez, Silva vs. Bisping originally appeared on MMA Fighting on Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:05:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
Couture, Nogueira, Ortiz, Silva, St-Pierre, White attending 2009 World MMA Awards (12/29/2009 3:10:00 PM)
While the 2009 World MMA Awards was already a highly anticipated year-end event, the confirmed list of attendees recently released for the black-tie gala added even more excitement. A star-studded cast of confirmed presenters and award nominees was released Monday, and it included legendary UFC fighters Randy Couture, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Tito Ortiz, Wanderlei Silva and Georges St-Pierre, as well as UFC president Dana White. In addition to the official ceremony, which begins on Dec. 30 at 10:30 p.m. ET (7:30 p.m. PT local time) and airs live on Versus.com, the attendees will also be featured at a red-carpet arrival that begins at 8 p.m. ET.
Franklin, Nogueira, Silva, St-Pierre featured in star-studded UFC 108 autograph session (12/22/2009 2:20:00 PM)
While "UFC 108: Evans vs. Silva" has seen a number of marketable fighters forced to withdraw from the Jan. 2 event due to a variety of injuries, that won't stop the UFC from bringing a few stars out on New Year's Day. The organization recently announced that Rich Franklin, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Wanderlei Silva and welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre will participate in an autograph signing on Friday, Jan. 1, prior to the UFC 108 official weigh-ins. The event, which will be held on the MGM Grand Garden Arena concourse in Las Vegas, is free and open to the public.
Australia's UFC 110 main card set with Velasquez vs. Nogueira, Bisping vs. Silva (12/15/2009 2:20:00 PM)
The main card for the Ultimate Fighting Championship's first-ever event in Australia is set following the official addition of six bouts to the Feb. 21 fight card. Headlining the pay-per-view event is a heavyweight bout between contenders Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (32-5-1 MMA, 3-1 UFC) and Cain Velasquez (7-0 MMA, 5-0 UFC) and a middleweight co-main event of Michael Bisping (18-2 MMA, 9-2 UFC) vs. Wanderlei Silva (32-10-1 MMA, 2-5 UFC). UFC 110 takes place at Acer Arena in Sydney, Australia.
Nogueira vs. Velasquez, Bisping vs. Silva Among Bouts Announced for February’s UFC 110 in Australia (12/15/2009 5:42:35 AM)
The main card for UFC 110, which takes place on February 21 in Sydney, Australia, is now set, as the UFC today officially confirmed that the event will be headlined by heavyweight contenders Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Cain Velasquez, while middleweights Michael Bisping and Wanderlei Silva square off in the co-main event.
Nogueira vs. Velasquez, Bisping vs. Silva official for "UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez" (12/13/2009 4:50:00 PM)
Not that it mattered to the Australian ticket buyers, but two fights are finally official for the UFC's first trip Down Under. The UFC announced that recently reported fights of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Cain Velasquez and Michael Bisping vs. Wanderlei Silva are now official for the Feb. 21 event in Sydney, Australia. And while the event is already an official sell-out - as it was after just hours of public ticket sales - it also now has a name: "UFC 110: Nogueira vs. Velasquez."
Still Healing: Nogueira Fighting Staph Battle (12/1/2009 8:14:09 AM)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, the only man to hold both UFC and Pride heavyweight titles, spoke with Sherdog.com while he was in Las Vegas to watch his brother fight at UFC 106. Now scheduled to face Cain Velasquez at UFC 110 in Australia on Feb. 21
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Cain Velasquez targeted for UFC 110 in Australia (11/26/2009 6:10:00 PM)
A highly anticipated heavyweight matchup between Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (32-5-1 MMA, 3-1 UFC) and Cain Velasquez (7-0 MMA, 5-0 UFC) may take place Down Under. Despite reports circulating today that Nogueira and Velasquez will meet at UFC 109 in Las Vegas, MMAjunkie.com has learned from sources close to the organization that the UFC is actually leaning toward booking the fight for UFC 110 in Australia. Verbal agreements are in place for the contest, though bout agreements have not yet been finalized.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Cain Velasquez Targeted for February’s UFC 110 in Australia (11/26/2009 3:41:44 PM)
A matchup between heavyweight contenders Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Cain Velasquez, originally scheduled for UFC 108 on January 2, is now being targeted for February's UFC 110 in Australia. UFC 110 takes place on February 21 at the Acer Arena in Sydney, Australia and is co-headlined by Wanderlei Silva's middleweight debut against Michael Bisping.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Ready to Return in February, Hopes to Fight Cain Velasquez in Australia (11/23/2009 6:17:16 AM)
Heavyweight contender and former champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, who withdrew from a January matchup with Cain Velasquez due to a severe staph infection, told MMA Weekly over the weekend that he'll be able to fight in February and hopes to return against Cain Velasquez at UFC 110 on February 21 in Sydney, Australia.
Rodrigo Nogueira Targets February, Australia (11/22/2009 10:25:54 AM)
Former Pride and UFC champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira expects to defeat a bout with staph and return to the Octagon in February, hopefully in Australia...
Nogueira: 'My Bro Will Shock the World' (11/20/2009 10:45:28 PM)
Though Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has been sidelined by a staph infection and won’t be able to keep a date with Cain Velasquez at UFC 108, the former UFC interim heavyweight champion has plenty to keep him busy
Antonio Rogerio Nogueira Here Comes The Brother (11/17/2009 4:22:00 PM)
Thomas Gerbasi, UFC - The names are almost identical, as are the faces - like you would expect from identical twins - but when it comes to their fighting careers, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is, as his brother Antonio Rogerio Nogueira states, "a master", winner of heavyweight titles in PRIDE and the UFC and certainly on his way to the history books as one of the greatest big men ever to put on the gloves in mixed martial arts.
Nogueira Out of UFC 108 With Staph Infection (11/15/2009 3:56:10 AM)
The January 2 UFC 108 show has lost its main event, as Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has had to pull out of his fight with Cain Velasquez because of a staph infection, the latest in a series of blows to the promotion. read more
Nogueira has severe staph infection; UFC 108 bout with Velasquez off (11/15/2009 12:40:00 AM)
The UFC's injury woes continue, and another main event has been scrapped. A planned UFC 108 bout between heavyweight contenders Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Cain Velasquez has been called off due to a severe staph infection currently affecting "Big Nog." UFC president Dana White revealed the news at Saturday's UFC 105 post-event press conference.
Staph Takes Nogueira Out Of Ufc 108 Main Event (11/14/2009 9:26:18 PM)
Add Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to the UFC’s ever-growing injured reserve/physically unable to perform list due to a severe staph infection...
Brock Lesnar Out Indefinitely as Illness Worsens; Nogueira Withdraws From UFC 108 Matchup with Velas (11/14/2009 7:40:31 PM)
UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar will be sidelined indefinitely as he continues to suffer from illnesses that recently forced him to postpone his scheduled title defense against Shane Carwin, while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has been forced to withdraw from his matchup with fellow welterweight contender Cain Velasquez which was to headline UFC 108.
UFC News: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Out Of UFC 108 With Staph Infection (11/14/2009 6:55:40 PM)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Out Of UFC 108 With Staph Infection
Nogueira Out of UFC 108 with Staph Infection (11/14/2009 4:45:33 PM)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has withdrawn from a headlining heavyweight bout with Cain Velasquez at UFC 108 on Jan. 2 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
UFC® 108 Nogueira Vs Velasquez - January 2nd 2010 (11/14/2009 12:12:54 AM)
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UFC 108's Nogueira vs Velasquez winner guaranteed title shot (11/11/2009 12:05:00 AM)
Today's officially announced UFC 108 headliner between Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (32-5-1 MMA, 3-1 UFC) and Cain Velasquez (7-0 MMA, 5-0 UFC) will, in fact, determine a No. 1 contender. The winner of that fight, which takes place Jan. 2, will meet the winner of UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar vs. Shane Carwin. Lesnar vs. Carwin originally was slated as next week's UFC 106 headliner, but the bout is now on hold due to a bout of mononucleosis that's slowed the champ.
Nogueira vs. Velasquez headliner, Evans vs. Silva announced for UFC 108 (11/10/2009 10:15:00 PM)
With the loss of a planned main event between UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva and challenger Vitor Belfort, the UFC will instead pit former UFC heavyweight champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (32-5-1 MMA, 3-1 UFC) and undefeated contender Cain Velasquez (7-0 MMA, 5-0 UFC) in the main event of UFC 108. The UFC today officially announced the rumored fight, as well as a co-headliner between former champ Rashad Evans (13-1-1 MMA, 8-1-1 UFC) and Thiago Silva (14-1 MMA, 5-1 UFC). UFC 108 takes place Jan. 2 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and airs on pay-per-view.
Nogueira vs. Velasquez Headlines UFC 108 in January With Title Shot on the Line (11/10/2009 4:51:16 PM)
A recently-reported matchup between heavyweight contenders Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Cain Velasquez will headline UFC 108 on January 2 in Las Vegas, the UFC announced on Tuesday, with the winner guaranteed a title shot against the winner of the upcoming fight between champion Brock Lesnar and challenger Shane Carwin. The UFC also confirmed that Rashad Evans vs. Thiago Silva will c0-headline the pay-per-view event.
Nogueira vs Velasquez Headlines UFC 108 (11/10/2009 3:40:00 PM)
Las Vegas, NV (USA) - Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is a heavyweight legend looking to climb to the top of the mountain one more time following his win over Hall of Famer Randy Couture in August. Unbeaten rising star Cain Velasquez has moved rapidly up the ranks, but he needs one more win to get a shot at the belt. On Saturday, January 2nd, the main event of UFC 108 will see these two heavyweight standouts meet to determine a future challenger for the title. Also, former UFC light heavyweight champion 'Suga' Rashad Evans begins on his road back to the title as he attempts to avenge his teammate Keith Jardine's loss against Brazilian knockout artist Thiago Silva at UFC 108: Nogueira vs Velasquez, presented by "Bayonetta" and live on pay-per-view from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
UFC 108 main event between Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Cain Velasquez announced for Jan. 2 (11/10/2009 1:24:04 PM)
Brock Lesnar? Sick. Lyoto Machida? Hurt. Anderson Silva? Recovering. Georges St. Pierre? Rahabbing. BJ Penn? Busy. That's the hand the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) was dealt as it prepares for its traditional blockbuster year-end pay-per-view (PPV) event, which is slated for the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Jan. 2. So with all its
Nogueira Vs. Velasquez Now Set For Ufc 108 (11/9/2009 11:56:14 AM)
A heavyweight showdown between Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Cain Velasquez has been confirmed for UFC 108 in Las Vegas...
Couture vs Nogueira to Headline UFC Main Events Tonight on Spike TV (11/7/2009 9:01:00 AM)
It was one of the best fights of 2009, a back and forth battle between true heavyweight legends Antonio Rodrigo 'Minotauro' Nogueira and Randy 'The Natural' Couture. Tonight, you can see this epic war for the first time on free cable television as Spike TV presents 'UFC Main Events' at 9pm ET / PT.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Cain Velasquez in the works for UFC 108 on Jan. 2 (11/5/2009 1:35:00 AM)
An intriguing heavyweight contest between former UFC interim heavyweight champion Antonio Rodrgio Nogueira (32-5-1 MMA, 3-1 UFC) and undefeated contender Cain Velasquez (7-0 MMA, 5-0 UFC) is in the works for UFC 108. Brazilian cable channel SporTV's Sensei blog was the first to report the bout, and MMAjunkie.com has since been able to confirm with sources close to the bout that at least one of the competitors has agreed to the contests. Bout agreements for the Jan. 2 event in Las Vegas have not yet been distributed.
Nogueira Vs. Velasquez Possible For Ufc 108 (11/4/2009 6:14:51 PM)
(UPDATED) The list of UFC heavyweight title contenders may get a little shorter come Jan. 2... IF a bout between Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Cain Velasquez comes together...
Nogueira Vs. Velasquez Agreed For Ufc 108 (11/4/2009 3:44:55 PM)
The list of UFC heavyweight title contenders is about to get shorter. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is set to face Cain Velasquez on Jan. 2 at UFC 108 in Las Vegas...
UFC 108: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs Cain Velasquez in the works for Jan. 2 (11/4/2009 2:21:01 PM)
Former UFC interim heavyweight champion and mixed martial arts legend, Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira, is in talks to take on undefeated rising star Cain Velasquez at UFC 108, which is slated for the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Jan. 2. Sensei Sportv (via Tatame.com) was the first to report the potential showdown.
Cain Velasquez vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Likely for UFC 108 (11/4/2009 1:02:42 PM)
Heavyweight contenders Cain Velasquez and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira will likely meet in a featured matchup at UFC 108 on January 2 in Las Vegas, according to Tatame, which cites a report from Nogueira's manager Ed Soares. Velasquez is coming off a second-round knockout of Ben Rothwell at last month's UFC 104, while Nogueira earned an impressive decision over Randy Couture in August.
UFC Will Counter Fedor With Couture vs. Nogueira on Spike TV (10/21/2009 3:40:00 PM)
Filed under: UFC, Strikeforce, M-1 GlobalThe best heavyweight in the history of mixed martial arts, Fedor Emelianenko, will fight live on CBS on November 7, and on Wednesday the UFC announced that it will counter-program Fedor with the second- and third-best heavyweights in MMA history, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Randy Couture.Spike TV will re-play the classic Nogueira vs. Couture slugfest from UFC 102 at the same time that CBS is showing Fedor vs. Brett Rogers, meaning UFC fans who missed UFC 102 on pay-per-view will get a chance to watch it for the price of basic cable. Spike will also show three other recent UFC fights that night: B.J. Penn vs. Kenny Florian and Anderson Silva vs. Forrest Griffin from UFC 101, and Vitor Belfort vs. Rich Franklin from UFC 103. The decision to put UFC 102 on Spike is no surprise; it's the latest in a long line of efforts from the UFC to take viewers away from its MMA rivals. But the big question is just how many viewers it will siphon away from th
Report: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to face UFC 106 winner of Carwin vs Lesnar for heavyweight title (10/2/2009 4:36:50 AM)
It doesn't look as if former Pride FC and UFC interim heavyweight champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is going to get that rematch he wanted with Frank Mir ' at least not yet. But as far as consolation prizes go, he's going to do a helluva lot better than a year's supply of Turtle Wax. “Minotauro” is being
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to face UFC 106 winner of Carwin vs Lesnar for heavyweight title (10/2/2009 4:36:50 AM)
It doesn't look as if former Pride FC and UFC interim heavyweight champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is going to get that rematch he wanted with Frank Mir ' at least not yet. But as far as consolation prizes go, he's going to do a helluva lot better than a year's supply of Turtle Wax. “Minotauro” is being
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira To Face Winner of Brock Lesnar vs. Shane Carwin (10/2/2009 4:18:39 AM)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, back on track after his August victory over Randy Couture, will challenge the winner of the November 21 Brock Lesnar-Shane Carwin fight for the heavyweight title, according to Inside Fights, which confirmed a Wrestling Observer report.
Nogueira Wants Brock Lesnar or Frank Mir Next (9/24/2009 11:47:20 AM)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira says he's ready to fight anytime, and hopes to fight for the title or avenge his most recent loss if he has his way. read more
Rogerio Nogueira Vs Luis Cane At Ufc 106 (9/11/2009 4:58:02 PM)
It appears that Antonio Rogerio Nogueira, the brother of former Pride and UFC champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, will make his Octagon debut at UFC 106 against Luis Cane...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira: I’d Love to Rematch Frank Mir at UFC 107 (9/5/2009 5:50:55 AM)
A rumored heavyweight matchup between Frank Mir and Cheick Kongo slated for UFC 107 could be scrapped, at least if Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets his way, as the former interim title-holder, who bested Randy Couture at last weekend's UFC 102 event, is calling for a rematch with Mir at the December 12 event in Memphis, Tennessee.
"Minotauro" Nogueira: If Frank Mir thinks I was making excuses, then let's go do it again (9/4/2009 11:45:00 PM)
UFC heavyweight Frank Mir doesn't have much good to say about Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira these days. Mir has taken exception to the numerous "excuses" - such as a severe staph infection that hospitalized the Brazilian, as well as torn meniscus - laid out by UFC president Dana White, UFC announcer Joe Rogan and "Minotauro" himself as to why the Nogueira that lost to Frank Mir in December 2008 was different than the one that defeated Randy Couture in the main event of this past Saturday's UFC 102 in Portland, Ore. Nogueira's been listening to Mir's complaints, and now he's ready to reply.
Antonio Rogerio Nogueira Slated to Make UFC Debut at UFC 105 in England (9/3/2009 10:16:40 AM)
Antonio Rogerio Nogueira, the twin brother of UFC heavyweight Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira who recently finalized a deal with the UFC, will make his debut for the promotion at UFC 105 on November 14 in Manchester, England, according to Fighters Only. An opponent has not yet been named for the light heavyweight matchup, with Fighters Only reporting that the UFC hopes to have Nogueira fight for the title as soon as possible, indicating a fight against another 205-pound contender is likely for the card.
Brother’s Keeper: Antonio Rogerio Nogueira planning UFC 105 debut in Manchester (9/3/2009 7:26:49 AM)
Former PRIDE light heavyweight sensation Antonio Rogerio Nogueira is getting closer to joining his twin brother Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in the ranks of the UFC as Fighter's Only reports that "Minotoro" is being considered for a UFC 105 debut on November 14 in Manchester, England. After dropping a close unanimous decision to Vladimir Matyushenko way back
MMA Top 10 Heavyweights: Nogueira, Couture Still Great (9/1/2009 4:26:00 AM)
Filed under: UFC, Strikeforce, M-1 GlobalAntonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Randy Couture are both old and past their primes. But even old and past their primes, Nogueira and Couture are plenty good. After their epic battle on Saturday night, which Nogueira won by unanimous decision, I consider both Couture and Nogueira to be among the Top 5 heavyweights in mixed martial arts. But at the same time, I think there's a pretty big gap between the Top 2 heavyweights in MMA -- Brock Lesnar and Fedor Emelianenko -- and everyone else. So as I go through my new list of the Top 10 heavyweights in MMA, I mean no disrespect to Couture and Nogueira even as I say they're not close to the best. Top 10 Heavyweights in MMA 1. Fedor Emelianenko The UFC advertised the Nogueira-Couture fight by referring to them as "the two most decorated heavyweights in MMA history." Uh, what? Both Couture and Nogueira would readily admit that Fedor is the greatest heavyweight of all. 2. Brock Lesnar The UFC will probably
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira: Fighting Brock Lesnar would be ‘awesome’ (8/31/2009 2:17:03 PM)
Props: MMAWeekly Quoteworthy: “I like big fights like that. It would be my pleasure, but if they gave me a title shot, it would be awesome. I have more experience than (Lesnar). That's a big advantage I have. A lot of jiu-jitsu and good standing up, make him tired man, move around, move around. When I
Rodrigo Nogueira Wants Shot At Lesnar (8/31/2009 1:35:32 PM)
Having defeated Randy Couture at UFC 102, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira wants a title shot against UFC heavyweight titleholder Brock Lesnar...
UFC 102 fighters salaries: Nogueira ($400K) and Couture ($250K) top $1.285 million payroll (8/31/2009 12:35:00 PM)
Headliners Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira ($400,000) and Randy Couture ($250,000) were the top earners at this past Saturday's UFC 102 event and combined for 51 percent of the night's $1,285,000 payroll. MMAjunkie.com requested the event's official fighters salaries, and the Oregon State Athletic Commission recently released them. UFC 102 took place Aug. 29 at the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Ore., and aired on pay-per-view.
Pictures: Nogueira vs. Couture (8/31/2009 7:37:36 AM)
Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira outpointed Randy Couture in the main event at UFC 102 in Portland, Ore. In the first of two exclusive galleries, Dave Mandel was cageside to photograph the action-packed bout and post-fight press conference for Sherdog.com.
UFC 102 Payouts: Nogueira Banks $460,000 (8/31/2009 7:35:11 AM)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira was rewarded with $460,000 for his versatile three-round victory over perennial Randy Couture at UFC 102 in Portland, Ore., Saturday.
UFC 102 Fighter Salaries: Nogueira and Couture Top Earners (8/31/2009 4:37:50 AM)
Headliners Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Randy Couture were the top earners at Saturday's UFC 102 event in Portland, according to figures released by the Oregon State Athletic Commission. Nougiera, who defeated Couture by unanimous decision in the evening's main event, earned $400,000 for the victory, while Couture received $250,000 in the loss. The disclosed payroll for the pay-per-view event was $1,285,000.
UFC 102 Salaries: Nogueira Nets $400,000 (8/31/2009 4:27:04 AM)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Randy Couture were each guaranteed a purse of $250,000 as show money for their UFC 102 main event fight and Nogueira made another $150,000 as a bonus for winning the fight. Additionally, each pocketed a $60,000 bonus as an award for Fight of the Night. The Oregon State Athletic Commission on Sunday released the salaries for the previous night's UFC 102 event at the Rose Garden in Portland.read more
Nogueira: Answering the Critics (8/31/2009 2:27:39 AM)
What was the secret to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira’s performance against Randy Couture at UFC 102?
Nogueira Tops Ufc 102 Salaries (8/30/2009 5:16:17 PM)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pocketed $400,000 for his decision victory over Randy Couture at UFC 102 on Saturday, according to figures released by the Oregon State Athletic Commission on Sunday...
UFC 102 fighter salaries and paydays for ‘Couture vs Nogueira’ (8/30/2009 12:59:23 PM)
The official fighter purses for those who competed at UFC 102: “Couture vs. Nogueira” this past Saturday night (August 29) from the Rose Garden in Portland, Oregon, were released earlier today and come courtesy of MMAWeekly. Two former champions — Randy Couture and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira — were the big winners of the night, taking home
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira silences his critics with UFC 102 win over Randy Couture (8/30/2009 6:27:56 AM)
“For most of the people who say you're done, when you can come back and prove you're still in the game and put on a good fight, that's what I did. I worked a lot, more than I ever did in my life for this fight. A lot of respect I have for (Couture), he's
Nogueira, Couture, Mardquardt, and Rosholt Earn UFC 102 Fight Night Bonuses (8/30/2009 5:54:14 AM)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Randy Couture, Nate Marquardt, and Jake Rosholt each earned $60,000 "fight night" bonuses at Saturday's UFC 102 event at the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Oregon, UFC President Dana White announced at the post-fight press conference. "Fight of the Night" honors went to Nogueira and Couture, Marquardt was awarded "Knockout of the Night", and Rosholt picked up "Submission of the Night".
UFC 102 bonuses: Nogueira, Couture, Marquardt and Rosholt earn $60,000 fighter bonuses (8/30/2009 5:10:00 AM)
PORTLAND, Ore. - Headliners Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Randy Couture earned "Fight of the Night" honors, Nate Marquardt earned a "Knockout of the Night" bonus check, and Jake Rosholt was awarded the "Submission of the Night" at Saturday's UFC 102 event. Each competitor earned a $60,000 bonus check with the UFC's traditional post-show bonus program. UFC president Dana White announced the winners and figures at a post-UFC 102 press conference attended by MMAjunkie.com.
UFC 102 main card recap: Nogueira tops Couture in thriller, Marquardt stuns Maia (8/30/2009 4:35:00 AM)
PORTLAND, Ore. - The payoff was worth the wait. In one of the most thrilling heavyweights fights in recent UFC history, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira topped fellow ex-champion and an exceptionally resilient "Captain America" Randy Couture in a fight that was years in the making. The heavyweight clash headlined UFC 102, which took place Saturday at the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Ore. The UFC's Pacific Northwest debut aired live on pay-per-view.
Minotauro Rises Again, Decisions Couture in UFC 102 Classic (8/30/2009 1:03:00 AM)
Thomas Gerbasi, UFC - It wasn't in Manila, but Saturday night at the Rose Garden Arena, mixed martial arts had its "Thrilla", as veteran heavyweight legends Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Randy Couture turned back the clock like Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier did in 1975, reminding fight fans just what greatness is in a three round war won by Nogueira in the main event of UFC 102.
Nogueira Defeats Couture, Silva KOs Jardine at UFC 102 (8/29/2009 11:06:45 PM)
In a fight eight years in the making, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira beat fellow former champion Randy Couture via unanimous decision to win the main event of UFC 102 on Saturday at the Rose Garden. Scrutinized for a subpar and weary performance in his December loss to Frank Mir, Nogueira answered definitively, flooring Couture twice and outgrappling the UFC Hall of Famer for final scores of 30-27, 30-27 and 29-28. read more
Nogueira Defeats Couture, Silva Knocks Out Jardine at UFC 102 (8/29/2009 11:06:45 PM)
PORTLAND, Ore. - In a fight eight years in the making, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira beat fellow former champion Randy Couture via unanimous decision to win the main event of UFC 102 on Saturday at the Rose Garden. Scrutinized for a subpar and weary performance in his December loss to Frank Mir, Nogueira answered definitively, flooring Couture twice and outgrappling the UFC Hall of Famer for final scores of 30-27, 30-27 and 29-28. read more
Nogueira, Couture Steal Show, Hit Jackpot at UFC 102 (8/29/2009 10:33:13 PM)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Randy Couture pocketed matching $60,000 “Fight of the Night” bonuses after their memorable three-round main event at UFC 102 on Saturday at the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Ore. The two legends took a welcomed chunk out of the $1.92 million gate, drawn from the 16,088 in attendance. Nogueira rebounded nicely from his technical knockout loss to Frank Mir in December, as he worked over Couture standing and on the ground. He nearly submitted the UFC hall of famer twice, first with a brabo choke and then with an arm-triangle choke. Nogueira has now defeated five former UFC heavyweight champions. The ageless 46-year-old Couture, meanwhile, has lost back-to-back fights for the first time since he lost to Ricco Rodriguez and Josh Barnett in a six-month span back in 2002. Nogueira and Couture were not the only combatants to profit from the event.
Nogueira Defeats Couture At Ufc 102 (8/29/2009 10:16:08 PM)
Antonio Rodrigo "Minotauro" Nogueira, the former UFC and Pride champion, dominated Randy Couture for all three rounds to earn a unanimous decision win at UFC 102
Nogueira Too Much for Couture at UFC 102 (8/29/2009 10:09:26 PM)
PORTLAND, Ore. -- Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira outpointed Randy Couture in the UFC 102 main event Saturday at the Rose Garden Arena. It was a dominating performance for the Brazilian heavyweight, who dropped Couture and looked close to submitting him with a D’Arce choke
UFC News: UFC 102 Results: Randy Couture Vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (8/29/2009 9:45:50 PM)
UFC 102 Results: Randy Couture Vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
UFC 102 Results: Nogueira Tops Couture in Three-Round War; Silva KOs Jardine, Marquardt Stops Maia (8/29/2009 6:32:31 PM)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira rebounded from his disappointing loss to Frank Mir in his fight with an exciting unanimous decision victory over Randy Couture in the main event of UFC 102 on Saturday at the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Oregon. The UFC 102 main card also featured impressive knockouts by Thiago Silva and Nate Marquard, while the prelims were highlighted by Todd Duffee's record-setting 7-second KO in his UFC debut.
UFC 102 Results: Nogueira Tops Couture in Three-Round War; Silva KOs Jardine, Duffee Scores Record K (8/29/2009 6:32:31 PM)
MAIN CARD (PPV – 10pm ET) Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira def. Randy Couture via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28) Thiago Silva def. Keith Jardine via KO (punches) ' Round 1, 1:35 Jake Rosholt def. Chris Leben via submission (arm-triangle) ' Round 3, 1:30 Nate Marquardt def. Demian Maia via KO (punch) ' Round 1, 0:21 Brandon Vera def. Krzysztof Soszynski via
UFC 102 Results, Live Updates: Randy Couture vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (8/29/2009 1:48:37 PM)
FanHouse has UFC 102 results for all of the August 29 UFC 102 fights, plus live coverage from Portland, live blogs of all the fights and live UFC Twitter updates. read more
Ufc In-Depth: Couture Vs. Nogueira (8/29/2009 12:29:16 PM)
In a clash of MMA icons, Randy Couture and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira go head-to-head at UFC 102 in Portland. MMAWeekly.com takes you in-depth into the match-up...
Nogueira Makes A Move Preparing For Couture (8/29/2009 12:29:14 PM)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira knows questions are swirling around him heading into UFC 102 in Portland. He made a move to the U.S. to prepare for the main event bout against Randy Couture...
Couture Vs. Nog Likely For Next Title Shot (8/29/2009 12:29:13 PM)
The battle between MMA icons Randy Couture and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira at UFC 102 in Portland is likely to determine the next challenger to the heavyweight title...
"UFC 102: Couture vs. Nogueira" weigh-in results: All 22 fighters make weight (8/28/2009 11:15:00 PM)
PORTLAND, Ore. - MMAjunkie.com was on scene for today's "UFC 102: Couture vs. Nogueira" official fighter weigh-ins, where all 22 of the event's competitors successfully made weight for the show. The weigh-ins took place at the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Ore., which also plays host to Saturday's pay-per-view event. Among those hitting the scales were ex-UFC champions Randy Couture and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, who meet in Saturday's pay-per-view main event, and co-headliners Keith Jardine and Thiago Silva, who meet in a 205-pound contest.
White says signing of Rogerio Nogueira "should be done," hints at logic behind recent signings (8/28/2009 4:00:00 PM)
PORTLAND, Ore. - Antonio Rogerio Nogueira (17-3 MMA, 0-0 UFC), top light heavyweight and twin brother to UFC 102 main-event fighter Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, will indeed be making his way to the UFC. News of the potential signing first spilled out 10 days ago during a media call promoting Saturday's "UFC 102: Couture vs. Nogueira," and at Thursday's pre-fight press conference, UFC president Dana White confirmed the signing was all but complete. "It should be done," White said. "If it's not done, somebody's in trouble."
UFC 102 preview: Former champs Couture and Nogueira collide, eye another title run (8/28/2009 1:05:00 PM)
At one time, a heavyweight bout between Randy Couture and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira would have been one to help MMA fans settle the long-running debate about which promotion - the UFC or PRIDE - had the better fighters. With both organizations now under the same ownership, bragging rights are no longer on the line, but the fight remains significant. In our official event preview, MMAjunkie.com's Steve Sievert discusses what's at stake for the two title hopefuls. He also takes a look at the rest of the night's main card and addresses rumors of UFC 102's slow ticket sales and what it could mean for the Pacific Northwest.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira The Comeback King Looks to Rise Again (8/28/2009 3:01:00 AM)
Thomas Gerbasi, UFC - Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira had been here before, so many times that it's hard to pick just one favorite comeback. Was it the time that he rebounded from being driven head first into the canvas by Bob Sapp to submit the 6 foot 5, 350 pounder? How about the one when he absorbed a series of flush head kicks from Mirko Cro Cop only to take his foe down and force him to tap out? Or maybe it was losing the first two rounds to Tim Sylvia before submitting him in round three?
Lighter, Healthier Nogueira Ready for Couture (8/26/2009 12:53:08 AM)
Sherdog.com's Greg Savage was on hand at Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira’s Black House training camp in Los Angeles to film this exclusive video
Pictures: Couture Trains for UFC 102 (8/25/2009 12:56:00 AM)
Randy Couture trained for his Aug. 29 UFC 102 bout with Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira at Xtreme Couture headquarters in Las Vegas
UFC News: Video: Randy Couture Prepares For Rodrigo Nogueira (8/24/2009 1:49:37 PM)
Video: Randy Couture Prepares For Rodrigo Nogueira
Behind the Numbers: Couture vs. Nogueira (8/24/2009 9:07:00 AM)
Michael DiSanto, UFC - There was a time, not too long ago, when the thought of seeing Randy Couture versus Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira was only a dream. Still, fans around the world hotly debated the merits of this fantasy matchup. Would Couture's wrestling and submission defense overcome 'Minotauro' Nogueira's elite Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and clean boxing? Would Couture be able to use the Octagon to his advantage against a foe who had competed for nearly his entire career in a square, rope-enclosed ring? Would Minotauro's inhuman ability to fight through extreme adversity overcome anything Couture could throw at him?
Couture Ready To Face The Best Nogueira (8/24/2009 1:19:58 AM)
Despite Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira slipping in his past couple of performances, Randy Couture is ready for the Nog that became both a Pride and UFC champion...
UFC 102 headliner Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira: You'll see the old me against Randy Couture (8/22/2009 4:40:00 PM)
When Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira lost his interim UFC heavyweight title in December, the story of the UFC 92 fight focused on Frank Mir's revamped stand-up game and total dominance of his Brazilian opponent. When the news arose that Nogueira was far from 100 percent for the title fight, few took notice. But as Nogueira (31-5-1 MMA, 2-1 UFC) closes his training camp in preparation for next week's UFC 102 main event with Randy Couture (16-9 MMA, 13-6 UFC), the particulars of his UFC 92 ailments are getting the attention they deserve. One person taking note is Couture, who knows he'll fight a much different fighter than the one we saw in December.
Pictures: Nogueira Prepares for Couture (8/22/2009 5:51:49 AM)
Sherdog.com’s Dave Mandel visited the Black House training facility in Los Angeles on Friday to photograph Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira’s preparation for his UFC 102 showdown with Randy Couture. The long-awaited meeting between the two former UFC heavyweight champions will headline the
UFC Quick Pic: Antonio Rodrigo ‘Minotauro’ Nogueira cools off training for Randy Couture (8/22/2009 4:52:32 AM)
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Minotauro Nogueira Is Still In The Game (8/21/2009 12:20:41 AM)
Thirty-seven fights into his career, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is still in the game, but perhaps in a unique position for such a storied career, in a make or break fight...
Coming soon: Antonio Rogerio ‘Little Nog’ Nogueira UFC bound (8/19/2009 12:24:50 AM)
Props: UFC.com Quoteworthy: “He is coming to the UFC very soon. You are going to hear that. I don't know when. They've already talked to him, so for sure he's coming to the UFC.” Former UFC interim heavyweight champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira informs the media during yesterday's conference call to promote UFC 102 next weekend
UFC 102 video preview with Randy Couture on Antonio Rodrigo ‘Minotauro’ Nogueira and more (8/18/2009 4:45:05 PM)
Couture, Nogueira Old Pros in UFC 102 Prep (8/18/2009 3:44:48 PM)
Neither Randy Couture nor Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira will be banking on a repeat of the Brazilian’s previous performance as they head into their heavyweight headliner at UFC 102 on Aug. 29 in Portland, Ore. The former Pride heavyweight champion
'Minotauro' Nogueira: My Brother Is Coming to the UFC (8/18/2009 11:34:02 AM)
Antonio Rogerio "Minotoro" Nogueira is headed to the UFC, according to his twin brother, former UFC heavyweight champion Antonio Rodrigo "Minotauro" Nogueira. " already talked to him, they're dealing with my brother, so for sure he's coming to the UFC," Rodrigo said Tuesday in a media call. "You going to hear that. They're almost closed the deal. There's just some things – but he's coming to the UFC. He's here for sure." read more
UFC Close to Signing Antonio Rogerio Nogueira, Debut Possible by Year’s End (8/18/2009 10:22:07 AM)
The UFC is close to signing light heavyweight Antonio Rogerio Nogueira, according to his twin brother and former UFC interim heavyweight champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, who announced the signing during today's UFC 102 media call for his main event bout against Randy Couture. An official announcement of the signing is expected soon, and with Rogerio Nogueira previously preparing for a September 12 fight in Brazil, his debut in the 205-pound division is possible by year's end.
Randy Couture vs Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira -Defining Moments (8/18/2009 9:01:00 AM)
Thomas Gerbasi, UFC - On August 29th, fight fans will be in for a treat when heavyweight legends Randy Couture and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira meet in the main event of UFC 102. It's a bout that has been talked about for years, but finally, the stars have aligned for them to battle it out in a pivotal match in the suddenly red hot heavyweight division. So why is Couture vs Nogueira such a big deal to followers of the sport? Just take a look at their defining moments.
Official addition of Marcus Aurelio completes "UFC 102: Couture vs. Nogueira" card (8/17/2009 1:25:00 PM)
With today's official addition of Marcus Aurelio to the night's preliminary card, the fight card for this month's "UFC 102: Couture vs. Nogueira" event is now complete. As MMAjunkie.com first reported last week, Aurelio returns to the UFC after a short stint with outside organizations to replace Matt Veach (back injury) in a fight with Evan Dunham. UFC 102, which takes place Aug. 29 at the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Ore., boasts a total of 11 fights, including a pay-per-view headliner that pits UFC Hall of Famer Randy Couture against fellow ex-title-holder Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira.
UFC 102: Couture vs. Nogueira Card Finalized (8/17/2009 9:05:40 AM)
The UFC 102 card was finalized Monday with the confirmation that American Top Team lightweight Marcus Aurelio will return to the organization in a preliminary bout against the undefeated Evan Dunham. UFC 102 features the long-awaited Randy Couture vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira confrontation and a light heavyweight battle between Keith Jardine and Thiago Silva from the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Ore. read more
Randy Couture on Nogueira, Lesnar (8/17/2009 8:36:42 AM)
It seems almost impossible that, at age 46, Randy Couture is still fighting in the UFC. But in less than two weeks he'll get back into the Octagon once again, taking on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira at UFC 102. In an interview with FanHouse, Couture talked about what kind of opponent Nogueira will be, why he thinks he could beat UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar if he gets another shot at him and whether it's realistic for him to read more
Randy Couture on Nogueira, Lesnar and How Long He'll Fight (8/17/2009 8:36:42 AM)
It seems almost impossible that, at age 46, Randy Couture is still fighting in the UFC. But in less than two weeks he'll get back into the Octagon once again, taking on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira at UFC 102. In an interview with FanHouse, Couture talked about what kind of opponent Nogueira will be, why he thinks he could beat UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar if he gets another shot at him and whether it's realistic for him to read more
Ufc Confirms Remaining Bouts For Ufc 102: Couture Vs. Nogueira (8/17/2009 8:17:00 AM)
Las Vegas, NV (USA) - Before former UFC® champions Randy Couture and Antonio Rodrigo "Minotauro" Nogueira step into the Octagon for the main event of the Ultimate Fighting Championship's first-ever event in Portland, fans at the Rose Garden will be treated to a light heavyweight showdown between hard-hitting contenders Keith Jardine and Thiago Silva, a clash of middleweight standouts Nate Marquardt and Demian Maia, as well as the homecoming bouts of Oregon favorites Chris Leben, Ed Herman, and Evan Dunham to round out a great night of fights at UFC 102: COUTURE vs. NOGUEIRA, presented by Harley-Davidson and live from Portland, Oregon's Rose Garden on Saturday, August 29, 2009.
"UFC 102: Couture vs. Nogueira" weigh-ins set for Aug. 28 at Portland's Rose Garden Arena (8/15/2009 8:30:00 PM)
Official fighter weigh-ins for "UFC 102: Couture vs. Nogueira" take place Friday, Aug. 28 at the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Ore. The same venue hosts the following night's pay-per-view event, which features a headline bout between former UFC heavyweight champion Randy Couture and former interim title-holder Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. The weigh-ins, which are free and open to the public, begin at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PT local time). Doors open at 3 p.m. PT.
Antonio Rodrigo ‘Minotauro’ Nogueira talks UFC 102, Randy Couture and more (Video) (7/27/2009 4:34:19 AM)
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UFC 102: ‘Couture vs Nogueira’ fight card and line up finalized for Aug. 29 in Portland (7/25/2009 11:40:57 AM)
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) recently confirmed the final bouts for its upcoming pay-per-view (PPV) event scheduled for the Rose Garden in Portland, Oregon, on August 29, 2009. UFC 102 will feature a main event between former champion Randy “The Natural” Couture battling former Pride FC champion Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira in a dream match up between
10 Questions for ‘Minotauro’ Nogueira (6/25/2009 6:00:19 AM)
Ten years of fighting, four title belts, 31 wins and a couple of million dollars in his bank account. You might think it’s time for Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira to retire
Pictures: Nogueira Brothers Spar (6/23/2009 8:00:29 AM)
Marcelo Alonso was allowed to witness a sparring session pitting brother vs. brother in Brazil, where Rodrigo Nogueira and Rogerio Nogueira took to the ring
Pictures: Nogueira Brothers Spar (6/23/2009 8:00:29 AM)
Marcelo Alonso was allowed to witness a sparring session pitting brother vs. brother in Brazil, where Rodrigo Nogueira and Rogerio Nogueira took to the ring
Tickets for "UFC 102: Couture vs. Nogueira" in Oregon on sale Thursday (6/17/2009 4:30:00 PM)
Tickets for the UFC's Aug. 29 event, "Couture vs. Nogueira," go on sale to the general public on Saturday, June 20, at 10 a.m. PT (1 p.m. ET), but UFC Fight Club members can purchase tickets Thursday, June 18 beginning at 10 a.m. PT (1 p.m. ET). Featuring a heavyweight main event between MMA legends Randy Couture and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, UFC 102 take place at the Rose Garden in Portland, Ore. All tickets are available through the Rose Quarter Online Ticket Office.
UFC 102 results and LIVE fight coverage for ‘Couture vs Nogueira’ on August 29 in Portland (6/17/2009 4:16:45 AM)
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) yesterday confirmed most of its line up for their foray into “The City of Roses,” which is scheduled for The Rose Garden in Portland, Oregon on Saturday, August 29, 2009. UFC 102 will feature a main event between Randy “The Natural” Couture locking horns with Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira in a dream
Nine bouts official for UFC 102: Couture vs. Nogueira (6/16/2009 6:32:24 AM)
Keith Jardine will take on Thiago Silva at UFC 102 "Couture vs Nogueira" on August 29 at the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Oregon. The light-heavyweight bout is the second match official for UFC's debut in Portland headlined by former champions Randy Couture vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. Silva had been preparing for Forrest Griffin at UFC 101 but was matched with Keith Jardine when the UFC decided to instead pit Griffin against Anderson Silva. read more
Keith Jardine-Thiago Silva also official for UFC 102 (6/16/2009 6:32:24 AM)
Keith Jardine will take on Thiago Silva at UFC 102 "Couture vs Nogueira" on August 29 at the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Oregon. The light-heavyweight bout is the second match official for UFC's debut in Portland headlined by former champions Randy Couture vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. Silva had been preparing for Forrest Griffin at UFC 101 but was matched with Keith Jardine when the UFC decided to instead pit Griffin against Anderson Silva. read more
UFC 102 Officially Announced for August 29 in Portland; Couture vs. Nogueira to Headline (6/16/2009 2:58:00 AM)
On Monday, the UFC officially announced its long-rumored UFC 102 event, which will take place on August 29 at the Rose Garden in Portland, Oregon and will be headlined a matchup between former heavyweight champions Randy Couture and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. A co-main event featuring light heavyweights Keith Jardine and Thiago Silva was also confirmed for
Randy Couture vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira officially announced as UFC 102 headliner (6/15/2009 9:05:00 PM)
As expected a heavyweight bout between former UFC title-holders Randy Couture (16-9 MMA, 13-6 UFC) and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (31-5-1 MMA, 2-1 UFC) will serve as the headliner for UFC 102 on Aug. 29, the UFC today announced. The event takes place at the Rose Garden in Porland, Ore., and is the UFC's first-ever event in the state. The night's main card, including the heavyweight main event, airs on pay-per-view.
Ufc 102: Couture Vs. Nogueira (6/15/2009 3:21:00 PM)
Las Vegas, NV (USA) - The Ultimate Fighting Championship® (UFC®) is headed to Portland for the first time ever and it's bringing a couple of true heavyweight heroes. Mixed martial arts legends and former UFC champions Randy "The Natural" Couture and Antonio Rodrigo "Minotauro" Nogueira will face off for the first time in their storied careers at UFC 102: COUTURE vs. NOGUEIRA, live from Portland, Oregon's Rose Garden on Saturday, August 29, 2009.
UFC 102: ‘Couture vs Nogueira’ main event confirmed for August 29 (6/15/2009 10:36:12 AM)
The Ultimate Fighting Championship today confirmed the blockbuster main event between Randy Couture (16-9) and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (31-5-1) for UFC 102 from The Rose Garden in Portland, Oregon on Saturday, August 29. The dream match-up between “The Natural” and “Minotauro” was one that many fans expected to be for the UFC Heavyweight Championship ' until
Round 5 figurines ‘Series 3' drops this week featuring Mir, Arlovski, McCarthy and Nogueira (6/11/2009 8:14:30 AM)
MARKHAM, Ontario, Canada, June 11, 2009 – Round 5 figurines for Andrei “The Pit Bull” Arlovski, “Big John” McCarthy, Frank Mir and Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira, comprising Series 3 of the popular mixed martial arts collectibles, are now available at retail, it was announced today by Round 5 C.E.O. Barron Lau and President Damon Lau.
Antonio Rodrigo Minotauro Nogueira reportedly agrees to fight Randy Couture at UFC 101 in August (2/28/2009 11:17:55 PM)
Former UFC Interim Heavyweight Champion and ex-PRIDE FC Heavyweight Champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has agreed to face five-time UFC Champion and Hall of Famer Randy Couture in an epic match-up at UFC 101 in August, according to MMAWeekly.com. The report does not provide a date for the event; however, it indicates that UFC 101 is tentatively
It's On! Nogueira And Couture Agree To Ufc 101 (2/28/2009 2:10:56 PM)
Just days after Randy Couture agreed, MMAWeekly.com reports that Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has also accepted a bout between the two at UFC 101 in August...
UFC News: Randy Couture Vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Likely For UFC 101 (2/26/2009 5:10:33 PM)
Randy Couture Vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Likely For UFC 101
Couture Agrees To Fight With Nogueira (2/26/2009 11:10:54 AM)
A long-rumored bout between former UFC heavyweight champion Randy Couture and former UFC interim heavyweight champion Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears nearly set to take place...
Randy Couture vs Antonio Rodrigo Minotauro Nogueira UFC 101 fight possible for August (2/26/2009 10:55:36 AM)
Former champions and mixed martial arts legends Randy Couture and Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira could meet in an epic match up at UFC 101 in August, according to MMAWeekly.com. The report does not provide a date or location for the event; however, it indicates that “The Natural” has agreed to the clash of heavyweight titans. This, of
Couture vs. Nogueira Likely To Headline UFC 101 in Portland (2/26/2009 10:14:14 AM)
Five-time UFC champion and hall of famer Randy Couture has agreed to fight former UFC interim heavyweight title-holder Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in the main event of UFC 101 in August, possibly in Portland, Oregon. MMA Weekly ...
Round 5 MMA Figurines: Arlovski, McCarthy, Mir and Nogueira featured in next series (1/12/2009 4:02:52 AM)
MARKHAM, Ontario, Canada, January 12, 2009 ' Mixed martial arts stars Andrei “The Pit Bull” Arlovski, “Big John” McCarthy, Frank Mir and Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira will be featured in Round 5’s Series 3 of mixed martial arts collectible figures, it was announced today by Round 5 C.E.O. Barron Lau and President Damon Lau.
Mir, Big John Part Of New Series In Mma Figures (1/11/2009 7:01:34 PM)
More Round 5 MMA figurines were announced including Frank Mir, Big John McCarthy, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Andrei Arlovski...
Randy Couture turns down fight against ‘Minotauro’ Nogueira because of minor elbow surgery (1/11/2009 4:18:23 AM)
Props: SI.com Quoteworthy: “I had to. Had to have my left elbow scoped. There were two loose bodies in there! Old nagging injury.” Former UFC Heavyweight Champion Randy Couture had to decline a fight against former interim division kingpin Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira in the first half of 2009 because of an elbow injury. “The Natural” had two
Couture Declines Nogueira Fight Due To Elbow Surgey (1/10/2009 3:10:54 PM)
Randy Couture on Thursday underwent successful surgery to remove two "abnormally large" bone spurs from his elbow and has been forced to decline a matchup against Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in the first-half of 2009 to allow the elbow to fully heal, SI.com's Josh Gross reports. Couture, who has a starring role in the upcoming Sylvester Stallone movie The Expendables, is still likely to fight Nogueira, though t