Dan Hardy’s UFC Release Not Set After Third-Straight Loss, Wants Chris Lytle Next (3/28/2011 3:00:55 AM)
Despite suffering his third-straight loss to Anthony Johnson on Saturday at UFC Fight Night 24, former welterweight title challenger Dan Hardy could get another chance in the UFC and hopes to face Chris Lytle if he does.
Johnson says winning more important than keeping promise at UFC Fight Night 24 (3/27/2011 9:55:00 AM)
SEATTLE - From the moment Anthony Johnson vs. Dan Hardy was first announced for Saturday's UFC Fight Night 24 event, fans salivated at the thought of two lethal strikers standing toe-to-toe. And in each and every pre-fight media appearance, both sluggers promised they wouldn't even consider taking the fight to the floor. But things played out very differently during the co-feature. Johnson utilized his wrestling background to control the action on the floor for 15 rather uneventful minutes - and he makes no apologies for his performance.
Johnson says earning win more important than keeping promise at UFC Fight Night 24 (3/27/2011 9:55:00 AM)
SEATTLE - From the moment Anthony Johnson vs. Dan Hardy was first announced for Saturday night's UFC Fight Night 24 event, fans salivated at the thought of two lethal strikers standing toe-to-toe. And in each and every pre-fight media appearance, both sluggers promised they wouldn't even consider taking the fight to the floor. But things played out very differently during the co-feature. Johnson utilized his wrestling background to control the action on the floor for 15 rather uneventful minutes - and he makes no apologies for his performance.
UFC boss says Dan Hardy's fate not sealed with third-straight defeat (3/27/2011 5:55:00 AM)
SEATTLE - In the hyper-competitive world of the UFC, two-straight defeats almost always leads to a release from the promotion. Three-straight defeats? Don't call us, we'll call you. At Saturday night's UFC Fight Night 24 event in Seattle, British slugger Dan Hardy dropped his third-consecutive fight when he was toppled by fellow striking specialist Anthony Johnson. However, UFC president Dana White said "The Outlaw" won't necessarily be flying home with a pink slip.
UFC Fight Night 24 Results Recap: Davis Tops Nogueira, Johnson Dominates Hardy (3/26/2011 6:18:59 PM)
Phil Davis overcame a slow start and wrestled his way to a unanimous decision over Antonio Rogerio Nogueira in the main event of UFC Fight Night 24 on Saturday night.Anthony Johnson dominated Dan Hardy on the ground to earn a unanimous decision over the fellow welterweight slugger in the Spike-televised co-main event, while Amir Sadolah and Chan Sung Jung also earned main card wins.
UFC Fight Night 24 Predictions from MMAFrenzy.com for “Nogueira vs. Davis” (3/25/2011 2:30:17 PM)
The staff of MMAFrenzy.com is here to make our main card predictions for "UFC Fight Night 24: Nogueira vs. Davis," which takes place tomorrow evening, March 26 at the KeyArena in Seattle, Washington.Featuring Phil Davis vs. Antonio Rogerio Nogueira and Dan Hardy vs. Anthony Johnson, the main card airs on Spike TV beginning at 10pm ET.
UFC Fight Night 24: Johnson insists he'll make weight, Hardy says he doesn't care (3/25/2011 12:20:00 AM)
Some fighters take it as a sign of disrespect when their opponents miss weight. Fans certainly don't like it, and promoters generally aren't amused, either. Athletic commissions not only don't like it, they hit a fighter where it really hurts - the pocketbook. But one-time title challenger Dan Hardy, who meets massive weight-cutter Anthony Johnson on Saturday at UFC Fight Night 24, doesn't really care one way or the other. Johnson said he'll make the limit, but Hardy said he's fighting either way.
UFC Fight Night 24 Preview for “Nogueira vs. Davis” on Spike TV (3/24/2011 1:00:05 PM)
On Saturday night, the UFC will return to Spike TV with UFC Fight Night 24: Nogueira vs. Davis featuring Phil Davis vs. Antonio Rogerio Nogueira and Dan Hardy vs. Anthony Johnson.MMAFrenzy.com breaks down the main card for Saturday night's fights after the break...
UFN 24 co-headliner Dan Hardy: I perform better when the pressure is on (3/23/2011 1:25:00 PM)
With back-to-back losses and coming off the first knockout defeat of his career, Dan Hardy finds himself in a must-win situation. Although a crowd-pleaser whose only UFC losses have come to welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre and top-10-ranked Carlos Condit, Hardy knows roster spots are limited. But as he wraps up his preparations for Saturday's UFC Fight Night 24 co-headliner with Anthony Johnson, he's confident the pressure to perform is a good thing.
Johnson Respects Hardy’s Striking, Will Wrestle Him if Necessary (3/22/2011 12:37:16 AM)
Dan Hardy was knocked out in his last fight, but upcoming opponent Anthony Johnson remains complimentary of the Brit’s standup game.
UFC Fight Night 24 Tickets on Sale This Week for “Ortiz vs. Nogueira” in Seattle (1/25/2011 8:42:52 AM)
Tickets for "UFC Fight Night 24: Ortiz vs. Nogueira" go on sale this week for the March 26 event at Seattle's Key Arena, which features Tito Ortiz vs. Antonio Rogerio Nogueira and Dan Hardy vs. Anthony Johnson.
Ortiz vs. Nogueira, Hardy vs. Johnson Official for UFC Fight Night 24 (1/19/2011 10:10:39 AM)
As expected, former champ Tito Ortiz and fellow light heavyweight Antonio Rogerio Nogueira will square off in the main event of UFC Fight Night 24 on March 26 in Seattle. Also confirmed for the Spike-televised main card were welterweights Dan Hardy vs. Anthony Johnson and Amir Sadollah vs. Duane Ludwig.
Dan Hardy vs. Anthony Johnson likely UFC Fight Night 24 co-headliner (12/27/2010 6:25:00 PM)
A rumored welterweight bout between Dan Hardy and Anthony Johnson is being targeted for March's UFC Fight Night 24 event, and it'll likely take co-main-event status. A source close to the negotiations today confirmed the March 26 bout with MMAjunkie.com. Previous reports stated the fight could take place at UFC Fight Night 24 or UFC 128, though the former now is expected to feature the televised fight.
Dan Hardy vs. Anthony Johnson Likely for March, UFC Fight Night 24 (12/26/2010 10:20:32 AM)
Former top-contender Dan Hardy and heavy-handed Anthony Johnson have agreed to meet in a welterweight bout in March that will likely land on UFC Fight Night 24 on March 30 in Seattle, Washington. UFC Fight Night 24 is headlined by Tito Ortiz vs. Antonio Rogerio Nogueira.
After UFC 120 headache clears, Dan Hardy vows to return with a vengeance (10/17/2010 4:50:00 AM)
LONDON - Following Saturday's "UFC 120: Bisping vs. Akiyama" event in London, UFC president Dana White said he was overwhelmed with a mass of loyal Dan Hardy fans asking him what's next for "The Outlaw." Fortunately for White, who admitted it was simply far too early to tell, Hardy had an answer. "A headache," Hardy deadpanned.
Dan Hardy Talks About Disappointing Ko (Video) (10/17/2010 4:07:05 AM)
Dan Hardy talks about his disappointing knockout loss to Carlos Condit at UFC 120 and trying to right the ship...
Ufc 120: Carlos Condit Ko's Dan Hardy (10/17/2010 3:37:01 AM)
UFC 120 review and recap for the welterweight co-main event between Carlos Condit and Dan Hardy...
Fan Support Tempers KO Loss for Hardy (10/16/2010 10:01:10 PM)
Despite being knocked out by Carlos Condit in the first round of their UFC 120 welterweight showdown Saturday night at the O2 Arena in London, former title contender Dan Hardy still sported a modest smile
Ufc 120 Results & Recap: Condit Vs. Hardy (10/16/2010 9:36:58 PM)
UFC 120 review and recap for the welterweight co-main event between Carlos Condit and Dan Hardy...
UFC 120 Recap: Bisping Tops Akiyama, Condit Stuns Hardy (10/16/2010 5:00:42 PM)
After seeing his fellow countrymen falter in front of a soldout O2 Arena, Michael Bisping delivered a much-needed win for the London fans with a unanimous decision over Yoshihiro Akiyama in the main event of Saturday's UFC 120.In the UFC 120 co-main event, Carlos Condit stunned British striker Dan Hardy with a first-round KO.
UFC 120 Videos: Michael Bisping Pre-Fight Interview, Dan Hardy vs. Carlos Condit Preview (10/15/2010 2:00:11 PM)
Check out a preview of UFC 120's Dan Hardy vs. Carlos Condit after the jump, and stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com for complete UFC 120 coverage.
Condit Explains Missed Flight For Ufc 120 (10/14/2010 2:06:59 PM)
Carlos Condit missed his flight to the U.K., causing many, including Dan Hardy, to question him. Condit on Thursday explained the mishap...
Dan Hardy - Nobody's Safe (10/14/2010 5:00:00 AM)
No Love Lost Between Hardy, Condit (10/14/2010 12:21:40 AM)
Those who thought the bad blood might die down between welterweights Dan Hardy and Carlos Condit as their fight drew closer were proved wrong on Thursday, as the Brit had plenty to say about his opponent
Greg Jackson Advises Condit to Push Hardy Early (10/14/2010 12:20:40 AM)
Greg Jackson’s camp has been up against Dan Hardy before.
Hardy Plugging Holes in Advance of UFC 120 (10/13/2010 10:58:00 AM)
Welterweight contender Dan Hardy was on the wrong end of a five-round unanimous decision against champion Georges St. Pierre at UFC 111 in March.
Hardy & Co. Bringing Brit Wrestling Up To Snuff (10/13/2010 8:36:59 AM)
Dan Hardy knows wrestling is a traditional area of weakness in England, but he and his Rough House teammates are looking to change that...
UFC 120's Carlos Condit says Dan Hardy "made a big miscalculation" (10/12/2010 10:20:00 PM)
Carlos Condit expected Dan Hardy to run his mouth, and the Brit did not disappoint. Hardy has taken nearly every opportunity to throw stones at Condit, as he has done with almost all of his UFC opponents. Condit, a former WEC welterweight champion, says he's paying it no mind. After all, he'll ultimately get the chance to shut Hardy's mouth with his fists when they meet this Saturday at UFC 120.
Dan Hardy Feels Condit Has No Edge On Him (10/11/2010 7:52:42 AM)
Dan Hardy believes his UFC 120 match-up with former WEC champ Carlos Condit is an exciting one, but he also feels he has the edge in every area...
UFC 120 Fight Card Complete Again for “Bisping vs. Akiyama” on Saturday in London (10/11/2010 5:43:34 AM)
The UFC 120 fight card is again complete for Saturday's "Bisping vs. Akiyama" event at London's O2 Arena.UFC 120 is headlined by Michael Bisping vs. Yoshihiro Akiyama and also features Dan Hardy vs. Carlos Condit and John Hathaway vs. Mike Pyle.
Hardy Just Working His Way Back To A Title Shot (10/6/2010 10:52:45 PM)
The UFC welterweight division is stacked, but Dan Hardy believes he's on his way back to title contention...
Lytle Welcomes The Winner Of Hardy Vs. Condit (9/29/2010 8:22:29 AM)
If there's one thing you can always say about Chris "Lights Out" Lytle, it's that he comes to fight. And a fight he'd like? The winner of of Dan Hardy vs. Carlos Condit at UFC 120...
Marquardt Fires Back At Hardy's Wrestling Rant (9/9/2010 8:27:27 PM)
Nate Marquardt says Dan Hardy is complaining about wrestling because, quite simply, he's not a good wrestler...