Reminder: "UFC Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields" returns tonight on Spike TV (4/20/2011 11:50:00 AM)
As a reminder, "UFC Primetime" returns tonight in anticipation of UFC 129's championship main event. The three-part series focuses on UFC welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre and former Strikeforce titleholder Jake Shields, who headline this month's massive UFC 129 event. Episode No. 2 of the series debuts tonight (early Thursday) at midnight ET/PT. The final episode airs next week in the same timeslot.
UFC 129 Prelims Slated for Facebook on April 30 from “St-Pierre vs. Shields” (4/19/2011 12:03:46 PM)
The UFC will return to Facebook with a free preliminary card broadcast from UFC 129 on April 30 in Toronto that is expected to include Claude Patrick vs. Daniel Roberts and Ivan Menjivar vs. Charlie Valencia.
Video: "UFC Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields" episode No. 1 (4/18/2011 1:30:00 PM)
Following this past week's series debut on Spike TV, the Ultimate Fighting Championship has made available "UFC Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields" for online viewing. It's the first of a three-part series that previews UFC 129's championship headliner between welterweight titleholder Georges St-Pierre and challenger Jake Shields. Check out the full episode after the jump.
"UFC Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields" replay earns 555K viewers on Spike TV (4/16/2011 9:55:00 PM)
While the debut episode of "UFC Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields" earned the smallest audience to date for a first episode of the "UFC Primetime" series, a replay of the episode maintained 91 percent of the original audience size. MMAjunkie.com today learned that Thursday night's re-air of the debut episode scored 555,000 viewers. Wednesday's debut airing scored just 610,000 viewers, though the series was moved to a midnight ET/PT timeslot for the first time in its history. The replay aired in the more traditional 11 p.m. ET/PT slot.
"UFC Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields" replays earns 555K viewers on Spike TV (4/16/2011 9:55:00 PM)
While the debut episode of "UFC Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields" earned the smallest audience to date for a first episode of the "UFC Primetime" series, a replay of the episode maintained 91 percent of the original audience size. MMAjunkie.com today learned that Thursday night's re-air of the debut episode scored 555,000 viewers. Wednesday's debut airing scored just 610,000 viewers, though the series was moved to a midnight ET/PT timeslot for the first time in its history. The replay aired in the more traditional 11 p.m. ET/PT slot.
"UFC Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields" debut episode draws 610K viewers to Spike TV (4/15/2011 6:10:00 PM)
Wednesday night's debut of "UFC Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields," which previews the UFC 129 main event on April 30 between current UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre and top contender Jake Shields, drew 610,000 viewers to Spike TV. MMAjunkie.com today received the figure from an industry source. The three-part "UFC Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields" series debuts new episodes each Wednesday night (early Thursday) at midnight ET/PT. Replays air throughout the week on Spike TV and Fuel TV.
Limited "VIP" tickets released for "UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields" (4/15/2011 5:15:00 PM)
Tickets for the UFC's debut event in Toronto sold out in mere minutes, but those who haven't yet secured entrance will have one more shot. UFC officials recently announced three different "VIP" ticket packages for UFC 129 that each include two tickets and a variety of additional perks ranging from programs and UFC Fan Expo Toronto passes to a backstage tour of the host venue. Priced at $600, $1,000 and $5,000, the VIP packages can be purchased at UFC.com.
UFC 129 “Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields” Episode 1 Full Video (4/14/2011 3:30:59 PM)
For complete UFC 129 coverage and UFC 129 results on April 30 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Reminder: "UFC Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields" debuts tonight on Spike TV (4/13/2011 11:25:00 AM)
As a reminder, "UFC Primetime" returns tonight in anticipation of UFC 129's championship main event. The three-part series focuses on UFC welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre and former Strikeforce titleholder Jake Shields, who headlined this month's massive UFC 129 event. The show debuts tonight (early Thursday) at midnight ET/PT. Two subsequent episodes debut each week in the same timeslot.
“UFC Primetime” for UFC 129's St-Pierre vs. Shields Premieres Wednesday on Spike (4/12/2011 4:47:43 AM)
The three-part "UFC Primetime" preview for UFC 129's main event between welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre and challenger Jake Shields on April 30 in Toronto premieres on Wednesday, April 13 at midnight ET/PT on Spike TV.
The Cast of “UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields” Video for April 30 in Toronto (4/12/2011 12:00:17 AM)
"UFC Primetime" for UFC 129's GSP vs. Shields debuts Wednesday on Spike TV (4/11/2011 1:45:00 PM)
The "UFC Primetime" series returns to Spike TV for the first time in six months on Thursday. The three-part series focuses on UFC 129's championship headliner between UFC welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre and former Strikeforce titleholder Jake Shields. The show debuts Wednesday (early Thursday) at midnight ET/PT. New episodes debut each week in the timeslot.
"UFC Primetime" for UFC 129's GSP vs. Shields debuts Thursday on Spike TV (4/11/2011 1:45:00 PM)
The "UFC Primetime" series returns to Spike TV for the first time in six months on Thursday. The three-part series focuses on UFC 129's championship headliner between UFC welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre and former Strikeforce titleholder Jake Shields. The show debuts at 11 p.m. ET/PT, and new episodes debut April 21 and April 28 in the same timeslot.
UFC Primetime to Follow GSP and Shields (4/11/2011 5:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
"UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields" weigh-ins set for April 29 at Toronto's Ricoh Coliseum (4/7/2011 9:10:00 PM)
Official fighter weigh-ins for this month's "UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields" event are set for April 29. Toronto's 9,000-seat Ricoh Coliseum plays host to the ceremony, and the nearby Rogers Centre houses the next day's sold-out pay-per-view fight card. Doors for the weigh-ins open to the general public at 3 p.m. ET and the first fighter hits the scale at 4 p.m. ET.
UFC Primetime: St-Pierre vs. Shields TV Listings (4/1/2011 5:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
GSP on Men's Health Cover (3/27/2011 5:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
UFC 129's Georges St. Pierre vs. Jake Shields to Get UFC Primetime Special on Spike TV (3/25/2011 7:17:10 AM)
UFC 129 headliners Georges St. Pierre and Jake Shields will be featured in the newest installment of the UFC Primetime series on Spike TVUFC welterweight champion St. Pierre will look to defend his belt for the sixth-consecutive time against Shields on April 30.
Integrated Sports Media announces "George St-Pierre: Rush To The Top" PPV special (3/21/2011 9:45:00 PM)
New Jersey-based pay-per-view distributor Integrated Sports Media today announced the impending release of "George St-Pierre: Rush To The Top," a one-hour special focusing on the early career of UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre. According to the release, the special will feature footage from all six of St-Pierre's non-UFC fights. The special debuts April 1 on DirecTV and DISH Network, April 11 on Avail-TVN and April 12 on iN DEMAND. Replays run throughout April and May.
"UFC Primetime" returns to Spike TV for "UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields" (3/20/2011 3:00:00 PM)
In anticipation of their historic UFC 129 main-event fight, UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar and top challenger Jake Shields will be featured in the newest edition of Spike TV's three-part "UFC Primetime" special. While broadcast plans for the specials have yet to be finalized, White confirmed the plans following Saturday's UFC 128 card in New Jersey. "We're going to do a Primetime on those two," White said.
Silva vs. St-Pierre, Silva vs. Jones "super fights" not currently on UFC's radar (3/20/2011 1:10:00 PM)
NEWARK, N.J. - With newly crowned UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones' dominating UFC 128 win over ex-champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua, the fantasy matchmakers already are at work. And though Jones hasn't made a single title defense, fans are already anticipating a slew of matchups, including one with middleweight champ and fellow pound-for-pound-rankings darling Anderson Silva. But UFC president Dana White said that fight currently is no more likely than Silva vs. welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre.
UFC 129 Video Trailer for “St-Pierre vs. Shields” on April 30 (3/20/2011 4:17:12 AM)
"UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields," future pay-per-views, to start one hour earlier (3/8/2011 6:20:00 PM)
Take heed East Coast UFC fans. You'll soon be getting a little more sleep. MMAjunkie.com has confirmed that April's "UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields" pay-per-view broadcast will air one hour earlier than past shows. The new start time of 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT is expected to remain in place for future shows, as well.
UFC 129 Sold Out with 55,000 Tickets for “St-Pierre vs. Shields” on April 30 in Toronto (2/12/2011 8:35:06 AM)
Tickets for "UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields" at Toronto's Rogers Centre sold out minutes after going on sale to the general public on Saturday for the April 30 event headlined by welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre vs. Jake Shields.
Freddie Roach: St-Pierre vs. Silva is the Pacquiao vs. Mayweather of MMA (2/10/2011 8:30:00 PM)
Count boxing guru Freddie Roach among those who can't wait to see UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre fight middleweight champion Anderson Silva. After watching boxing's biggest fight go the way of the dodo bird, the trainer, who's been a fistic consultant for both champs, thinks it's the biggest possible draw for MMA. "It's Pacquiao-Mayweather in MMA," Roach told UFC broadcaster Joe Rogan on this week's episode of "UFC Ultimate Insider." "It's one guy going up in weight to fight the bigger and better - supposedly better - guy."
St-Pierre: "It would be foolish for me to look past Shields" at UFC 129 (2/10/2011 12:15:00 AM)
UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre is not yet convinced that UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva is in his future. Ask him on May 1 - after he's fought Jake Shields. There are many, of course, who feel the UFC 129 headliner is a formality and think the clash between pound-for-pound greats is inevitable. For one, Las Vegas oddsmakers, who set the line on the potential fight at 6-to-1 odds in favor of St-Pierre, according to UFC president Dana White.
Reminder: Tickets for "UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields" on sale this week (2/9/2011 1:30:00 PM)
As a reminder, tickets for the UFC's first-ever visit to Toronto go on sale this week. "UFC 129: St-Pierre for Shields" is scheduled for April 30 at Rogers Centre in Toronto and features a welterweight title fight between UFC champion Georges St-Pierre and top challenger Jake Shields. Tickets go on sale to the general public this Saturday, Feb. 12, though a pre-sale begins this Thursday, Feb. 10. Tickets range from $50 to $800.
Video: GSP, Shields Speak at UFC 129 Presser in Toronto (2/8/2011 2:54:23 PM)
Tuesday’s UFC 129 news conference with Georges St. Pierre and Jake Shields will stream live from the Rogers Centre in Toronto on Sherdog.com at 1 p.m. ET. UFC President Dana White is expected to join the welterweights at the gathering.
UFC 129 Poster for “St-Pierre vs. Shields” on April 30 in Toronto (2/8/2011 11:12:33 AM)
UFC welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre will put his title on the line against Jake Shields in the UFC 129 main event on April 30 in front of an expected record crowd at Toronto's Rogers Centre. UFC 129 also features featherweight champ Jose Aldo vs. Mark Hominick and UFC hall of famer Randy Couture vs. fellow former champ Lyoto Machida.
Silva credits Seagal for UFC 126 win, eyes Brazil or Las Vegas for GSP showdown (2/6/2011 2:10:00 PM)
LAS VEGAS - By most accounts, UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva is at least the best 185-pound fighter in modern MMA history, if not simply the greatest fighter of any weight class. But as it is with any MMA champion, Silva relies on a team of coaches and training partners to hone wis weapons and prep him for success in the octagon. However, unlike most MMA champions, Silva credits 58-year-old actor and lifelong MMA enthusiast Steven Seagal for his latest UFC win. (Yes, really.)
Anderson Silva says UFC 126 bout not personal, eyes Georges St-Pierre, boxing in future (2/4/2011 12:45:00 AM)
LAS VEGAS - What a difference a day makes. As UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva hit pads and grappled in front of fans and media at Thursday's open workout session at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, there was nary a trace of the scowl that adorned his face at Wednesday's pre-UFC 126 press conference. And why should it be any different? As Silva told gathered reporters, despite the intense staredown that wrapped up Wednesday's proceedings, there's nothing personal at stake when he meets Vitor Belfort on Saturday night.
Pre-UFC 129 event in Toronto set for Feb. 8 with White, St-Pierre, Aldo, others (2/3/2011 5:05:00 PM)
In anticipation of its April 30 debut in Toronto, the Ultimate Fighting Championship is hosting a fan and media event on Feb. 8. The fan event, which helps promotes UFC 129, takes place at the pay-per-view event's hosting venue: the Rogers Centre. Attendees include UFC president Dana White, UFC 129 headliners Georges St-Pierre and Jake Shields, co-headliners Jose Aldo and Mark Hominick, and event fighters and Canadians Sean Pierson and Claude Patrick.
White on Silva vs. St-Pierre: It would be tough not to do it in Canada (2/3/2011 12:40:00 AM)
LAS VEGAS - UFC president Dana White wants to make one thing perfectly clear - a long-discussed superfight between reigning UFC champions Anderson Silva and Georges St-Pierre is currently anything but a sure thing. That said, the UFC boss believes with a win by each champion in their upcoming title defenses, there's simply no reason not to book the dream matchup. And while White believes the potential superfight would prove a financial success just about anywhere the organization decided to take it, the UFC president said it would be awfully difficult not to let St-Pierre take on "The Spider" on Canadian soil.
UFC 129 Fight Card Complete for “St-Pierre vs. Shields” on April 30 in Toronto (2/2/2011 2:00:54 AM)
After confirming Jose Aldo vs. Mark Homicnk and Randy Couture vs. Lyoto Machida for the main card of "UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields," the UFC has finalized the UFC 129 fight card with a preliminary bout between welterweights Nate Diaz and Rory MacDonald.
Aldo vs. Hominick, Couture vs. Machida official for "UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields" (2/1/2011 7:45:00 PM)
The fight card for the UFC's Toronto debut is nearly complete, and a pair of high-profile matchups are now official. UFC brass today officially announced that Jose Aldo meets Mark Hominick, and Randy Couture takes on Lyoto Machida at UFC 129. Featuring a welterweight title fight between current champion Georges St-Pierre and top contender Jake Shields, UFC 129 takes place April 30 at Rogers Centre in Toronto.
UFC 129: 42,000 Tickets for “St-Pierre vs. Shields” in Toronto from $50 to $800 (1/27/2011 11:38:45 AM)
42,000 tickets will be available for "UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields" on April 30 at Toronto's Rogers Centre and will be priced from $50 to $800, setting the stage for the UFC's largest event to date.
UFC's Georges St-Pierre vs. Anderson Silva superfight could happen in 2011 (1/22/2011 3:45:00 PM)
KILLEEN, Texas - Two victories are all that are needed for a highly anticipated and long-speculated Georges St-Pierre vs. Anderson Silva superfight. UFC president Dana White said if the UFC's current welterweight and middleweight championships prove successful in their next title defense, they could meet in a rare champion-vs.-champion fight later this year. "If they both win their fights, that fight makes all the sense in the world," White said.
Strikeforce's Nick Diaz: I want to fight UFC's Anderson Silva or Georges St-Pierre (1/22/2011 2:35:00 PM)
Evangelista "Cyborg" Santos is a good fight for right now, according to Strikeforce welterweight champion Nick Diaz. But is it one that excites him? Not really. That feeling is reserved for two fighters outside his reach, at least for the foreseeable future: UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre and UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva.
Anderson Silva vs. George St-Pierre UFC Superfight Possible for 2011 (1/22/2011 6:11:30 AM)
The long-awaited superfight between Anderson Silva and Georges St-Pierre could happen later this year if the UFC champions are successful in their upcoming title defenses. "If they both win, that fight makes all the sense in the world," UFC President Dana White said Friday.
Nick Diaz Wants Big Payday to Fight “Mayhem,” Calls Out UFC’s Georges St-Pierre (1/21/2011 2:00:48 AM)
Strikeforce welterweight champ Nick Diaz puts his title on the line against Evangelista "Cyborg" Santos on Jan. 29, but on a Thursday call to promote the Showtime headliner Diaz focused on rival Jason "Mayhem" Miller and UFC champ Georges St-Pierre.
Diaz: Price Must Be Right for ‘Mayhem’ Fight; Wants GSP (1/20/2011 3:24:03 PM)
Strikeforce welterweight champion Nick Diaz is not scared of Jason “Mayhem” Miller, homie.
UFC 129 Tickets on Sale in February for “St-Pierre vs. Shields” in Toronto (1/20/2011 1:00:05 PM)
Tickets for "UFC 129: St-Pierre vs. Shields" on April 30 in Toronto will go on sale to the public on Saturday, Feb. 12 at 10am ET. UFC 129 is headlined by welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre vs. Jake Shields and is expected to draw a record crowd.
Matt Hughes Not Impressed with Georges St-Pierre, Says UFC Champ is Boring and Overpaid (1/8/2011 7:00:45 AM)
UFC hall of famer and former champion Matt Hughes recently updated his blog to say Georges St-Pierre's recent title defense over Josh Koschek was boring and that the welterweight champ is playing it safe because he's overpaid.
Georges St-Pierre vs. Jake Shields official as UFC 129 headliner in Toronto (1/7/2011 12:00:00 AM)
Toronto will host a title fight with its first UFC event. As expected UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre defends his title against Jake Shields at the event. UFC president Dana White confirmed the long-rumored bout with MMAjunkie.com over the weekend, and officials today formally announced the fight during this week's "UFC Ultimate Insider" online show.
Dana White: Georges St-Pierre vs. Jake Shields set for UFC 129 headliner (1/3/2011 6:00:00 PM)
As expected UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre next defends his title against Jake Shields in the headliner of April's UFC 129 event in Toronto. UFC president Dana White confirmed the long-rumored bout with MMAjunkie.com over the weekend. As previously reported, the event also is expected to feature UFC Hall of Famer Randy Couture vs. former champ Lyoto Machida.
Georges St-Pierre vs. Jake Shields Official to Headline UFC 129 in Toronto (1/3/2011 12:30:27 PM)
As expected, UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre will defend his title against top-contender Jake Shields in the main event of UFC 129 on April 30 at the UFC's Toronto debut. The UFC 129 fight card is also expected to feature former champions Randy Couture vs. Lyoto Machida.
UFC 125 win gives Dong Hyun Kim confidence he can beat champ GSP (1/2/2011 4:45:00 PM)
Prior to UFC 125, Dong Hyun Kim said he had one goal: to fight UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre. Following a convincing win over Nate Diaz, the goal remains unchanged. In fact, after outgrappling the grappler and earning the unanimous-decision victory, Kim is even more confident in his abilities to beat the champ.
UFC 125 fighter Dong Hyun Kim's lone goal is shot at champ GSP (1/1/2011 5:30:00 PM)
LAS VEGAS - As far as UFC welterweight contenders go, Dong Hyun Kim rarely factors into title talk. And though the South Korean fighter's popularity slowly is growing back home, he hasn't registered much of a following here in the U.S. But as the undefeated fighter readies for tonight's UFC 125 main-card bout with Nate Diaz, Kim isn't worried so much about that second problem as he is the first. After all, he's got one goal one goal only: a shot at Georges St-Pierre's welterweight title.
Poll results: Up next for GSP? Voters want Anderson Silva or Jake Shields (12/27/2010 8:45:00 PM)
Following a recent win over Josh Koscheck at UFC 124, UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre's future now appears uncertain. UFC president Dana White and even Koscheck's own trainer admit St-Pierre pretty much has cleaned out the 170-pound division. But in our latest MMAjunkie.com poll, voters picked a potential next opponent for GSP, and one welterweight and one middleweight were the clear favorites.
GSP’s Manager: Animosity with Koscheck Wasn’t Fake (12/26/2010 12:15:03 AM)
Georges St. Pierre embraced Josh Koscheck after beating him at UFC 124 and seemed to dismiss Koscheck’s trash talk as hype for their fight.
The Value of the GSP Brand (12/22/2010 12:25:28 AM)
Shari Spencer, Georges St. Pierre’s manager, discussing his brand, its standing in MMA and its importance: “It’s one of the biggest. I don’t know if it is the biggest. I think I would put Randy up there. I would put Chuck up there. I would put Brock Lesnar up there. I think that there’s a difference in drawing power in terms of putting butts in seats or getting people to buy the pay-per-views versus the power of the brand. It depends on how you define it, but I think all those guys are in the mix. … I think that the way we in particular have branded Georges, by creating his own logo and his own line that’s not affiliated with any sponsor, we don’t run the risk of there ever being an issue with that sponsor and the UFC. It’s just purely Georges, and Georges does have a brand that exists outside of the UFC. The UFC was clearly the platform that put him on the map, but we’re investing in inventory. We’re taking the risk involved in creating that merchandise, so there are greater profit
Vote for GSP as Athlete of The Year (12/19/2010 6:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
Vote for GSP as Canadian Athlete of The Year (12/19/2010 6:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
Koscheck, Stevenson Receive 60-Day Medical Suspensions (12/18/2010 5:17:02 PM)
All 22 fighters who participated in UFC 124 “St. Pierre vs. Koscheck” have been issued medical suspensions by the Quebec Athletic Commission
Post-UFC 124 Thoughts and Analysis for ‘St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2' (12/14/2010 5:45:52 AM)
When I wrote my preview last week I stated that the key for Georges St-Pierre to beat Josh Koscheck was: "Working off the jab will be critical here, if St. Pierre sets everything he does off the jab, it will be a long night for Kos as GSP will play keep away with the belt." When I said that, I meant it, but I never expected GSP to be THAT effective with his jab.
Josh Koscheck Requires Surgery for Broken Orbital from UFC 124 Loss to GSP (12/13/2010 6:18:20 AM)
Josh Koscheck is expected to undergo surgery this week to repair a broken orbital suffered in his unsuccessful challenge against welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre at Saturday's UFC 124 in Montreal. MORE: UFC 124 results, UFC 124 coverage, Josh Koscheck UFC 124 shirt
UFC boss: Shields next for title, but St-Pierre, Silva have cleaned out their divisions (12/12/2010 7:05:00 PM)
MONTREAL - UFC president Dana White has a simple take on a potential superfight between UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre and current middleweight kingpin Anderson Silva. If you want it, let's do it. Following another dominating performance by St-Pierre in the featured matchup of Saturday's UFC 124 event, White said the Canadian superstar has nothing left to prove at 170 pounds; likewise for Silva at 185.
St-Pierre wants UFC 131 slot; Velasquez vs. Dos Santos also possible for Toronto (12/12/2010 9:45:00 AM)
MONTREAL - With the UFC's return to Canada already slated for April, it was easy to anticipate the question. Will Canadian superstar and welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre be available to headline April's UFC 131 event, which marks the promotion's debut in Toronto and takes place at the 69,000-seat Rogers Centre? If it's up to the champ, he sure will. UFC president Dana White isn't ready to commit to that just yet, but he said there are a few more big guns that may also be available to take part in the blockbuster event.
St-Pierre wants spot on UFC 131 card; Velasquez-Dos Santos also possible for Toronto (12/12/2010 9:45:00 AM)
MONTREAL - With the UFC's return to Canada already slated for April, it was easy to anticipate the question. Will Canadian superstar and welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre be available to headline April's UFC 131 event, which marks the promotion's debut in Toronto and takes place at the 69,000 seat Rogers Centre? If it's up to the champ, he sure will. UFC president Dana White isn't ready to commit to that just yet, but he said there are a few more big guns that may also be available to take part in the blockbuster event.
St-Pierre vs. Shields, Velasquez vs. Dos Santos Possible for UFC 131 in Toronto (12/12/2010 8:00:53 AM)
Minutes after retaining the welterweight title with a dominant win over Josh Koscheck at UFC 124, champ Georges St-Pierre asked for a spot on UFC 131, the UFC's Toronto debut on April 30, where he'll likely face top-contender Jake Shields. A heavyweight title fight between champ Cain Velasquez and Junior dos Santos could also land on UFC 131.
UFC 124 bonuses: Danzig, Miller, Bocek, GSP and Koscheck earn $100K awards (12/12/2010 6:20:00 AM)
MONTREAL - Mac Danzig, Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck each earned record $100,000 "Fight Night" bonuses for their performances at Saturday's UFC 124 event, and Marc Bocek and Jim Miller each earned $50,000. Danzig earned the night's "Knockout of the Night" award, Bocek and Miller split the "Submission of the Night" bonus, and St-Pierre and Koscheck each earned "Fight of the Night" honors. MMAjunkie.com learned of the bonus winners and award amounts while at UFC 124's post-event press conference.
Déjà Vu for Kos, as GSP Wins Again (12/12/2010 6:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
UFC 124 Bonuses Go To GSP, Koscheck, Danzig, Miller, and Bocek (12/12/2010 5:37:25 AM)
Georges St-Pierre, Josh Koscheck, and Mac Danzig earned record $100,000 fight night bonuses for their performances at UFC 124, while Jim Miller and Mark Bocek each scored $50,000 awards on Saturday in Montreal. MORE: UFC 124 results, UFC 124 coverage, GSP UFC 124 shirt
UFC 124 main-card recap: Champ St-Pierre dominates rival Koscheck (12/12/2010 5:35:00 AM)
MONTREAL - After waiting more than three years for the rematch, Josh Koscheck could implement little new and suffered a lopsided unanimous-decision loss to welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre in the headliner of Saturday's UFC 124 event. St-Pierre set the tone early with crisp striking, and he continually wore down the challenger through the five-round title fight. The bout headlined a record-breaking event at Montreal's Bell Centre, which drew nearly 24,000 fans and is expected to break the UFC's and North America's MMA attendance and live-gate records.
GSP Dominates with Jab; Wanted to Finish Koscheck (12/12/2010 1:42:50 AM)
Leading up to a fight hyped by seemingly endless trash talk from challenger Josh Koscheck, UFC welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre promised to do his talking with his fists inside the Octagon.
St. Pierre Routs Koscheck at UFC 124 (12/11/2010 11:59:41 PM)
Welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre threw one jab and then another and then another. By the time the first round was over, the right eye of Josh Koscheck was nearly swollen shut. » GSP Rolls | Prelim Recap LIVE Radio: Beatdown After the Bell | Video: Post-Fight News Conference |
UFC 124 Results Recap: Georges St-Pierre Dominates Josh Koscheck to Retain Title (12/11/2010 7:41:09 PM)
Georges St-Pierre dominated challenger Josh Koscheck and retained the UFC welterweight title with a unanimous decision in the UFC 124 main event on Saturday at the Bell Centre in his native Montreal, Quebec, Canada. UFC 124's main card also featured wins by Stefan Struve, Jim Miller, Mac Danzig, and Thiago Alves.
UFC 124 Recap: Georges St-Pierre Dominates Josh Koscheck to Retain Title (12/11/2010 7:41:09 PM)
Georges St-Pierre dominated Josh Koscheck to earn a unanimous decision and retain the UFC welterweight title in the main event of UFC 124 on Saturday in Montreal.
UFC 124 Videos: Pay-Per-View Opening, Final Preview for ‘St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2' (12/11/2010 9:30:13 AM)
Check out a final preview for UFC 124's headlining rematch between welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck after the break.
UFC 124 Live Results for ‘St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2' (12/11/2010 5:59:12 AM)
MMAFrenzy.com will have live results from "UFC 124: St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2" starting tonight at 10pm ET for the pay-per-view main card, which is headlined by a rematch between welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre and rival TUF 12 coach Josh Koscheck.
St. Pierre, Koscheck Official for UFC 124 (12/10/2010 11:59:59 PM)
On Friday, “The Ultimate Fighter” Season 12 coaches got their last bit of pre-fight business out of the way » Weigh-in Results More: Main Card Preview | Prelim Preview | Kos | GSP | Primer | UFC 124 Weigh-ins: Live Video (4 p.m. ET) | Text Results | Sherdog: Breen Chat Recap | Roundtable |
Pros Pick: St. Pierre vs. Koscheck 2 (12/10/2010 10:24:18 PM)
Regardless of what went down during filming of Season 12 of “The Ultimate Fighter,” the raucous crowd that will fill the Bell Centre in Montreal for UFC 124 on Saturday was destined to have treated Josh Koscheck like an enforcer who plays for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
UFC 124 official weigh-in results: Champ St-Pierre, challenger Koscheck on weight (12/10/2010 9:25:00 PM)
MONTREAL - MMAjunkie.com was on scene and reporting live from today's official "UFC 124: St-Pierre vs. Koscheck II" fighter weigh-ins. Today's festivities took place at Montreal's Bell Centre, the same venue that hosts Saturday night's UFC 124 pay-per-view event and Georges St-Pierre vs. Josh Koscheck title fight. All fighters, including St-Pierre (170) and Koscheck (169), successfully made weight for the show.
UFC 124 Predictions for ‘St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2' (12/10/2010 6:30:43 PM)
With UFC 124 and its headlining rematch between welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck less than 24-hours away, it's time for MMAFrenzy.com's writers and staff to weigh in with their predictions on Saturday's pay-per-view event in Montreal.
UFC 124 Videos Blog with Dana White for ‘St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2' (Episode three) (12/10/2010 5:14:10 PM)
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UFC 124 Weigh-Ins: St-Pierre, Koscheck Set for Headlining Rematch (12/10/2010 11:00:05 AM)
UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre weighed in exactly at 170-pounds at Friday's UFC 124 weigh-ins, while challenger Josh Koscheck tipped the scale at 169 on Friday for their anticipated rematch that headlines tomorrow's UFC 124 pay-per-view event in Montreal.
UFC 124 Videos Blog with Dana White for ‘St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2' (Episode two) (12/10/2010 10:45:45 AM)
Georges St-Pierre - Master and Student (12/10/2010 6:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
Josh Koscheck's million-dollar UFC 124 question: Will GSP stand and trade? (12/10/2010 1:00:00 AM)
Three months and one reality show have passed, and Josh Koscheck is still needling champion Georges St-Pierre on his strategy for their welterweight title fight this Saturday. He's stoked the flames of a rivalry, but he hasn't had much luck in getting an answer. But he hopes that asking the question will give him the one he wants at Saturday's UFC 124 event.
St. Pierre: Pressure on Koscheck in Montreal (12/9/2010 11:55:20 AM)
Much has been made of the pressure UFC welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre is facing heading into his rematch with Josh Koscheck in the main event of UFC 124, which goes down Dec. 11 at the Bell Centre in Montreal.
UFC 124 Preview: Champ Georges St-Pierre, Josh Kocheck Clash Again in Montreal (12/9/2010 11:30:48 AM)
On Saturday night in Montreal we have what you could call The Ultimate Fighter 12's real finale when welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre faces off again with challenger Josh Koscheck. Their first meeting in 2007 was a rebirth of sorts for the Canadian star, but is unlikely to have an impact on Saturday's rematch in Montreal.
Show Over, Koscheck Ready for Reality of St. Pierre (12/9/2010 10:32:10 AM)
For all the talking he did on the show, Josh Koscheck is surprisingly tight-lipped at first when questioned about his role in the just-ended 12th season of “The Ultimate Fighter.”
UFC 124 Videos: St-Pierre, Koscheck, Struve, McCorkle Talk Fights at UFC 124 Open Workouts (12/9/2010 8:30:22 AM)
MORE: UFC 124 coverage, GSP UFC 124 shirt, Koscheck UFC 124 shirt Heavyweights Stefan Struve and Sean McCorkle talk about their UFC 124 co-headliner after the break...
The Blueprint - GSP vs. Koscheck II (12/8/2010 6:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
GSP Tightens Mechanics with Roach, Aims to Finish Koscheck (12/8/2010 12:15:01 AM)
Georges St. Pierre’s fights have been so completely dominant in recent years that, at this point, it’s tough to even conceive of a decision not going his way.
GSP May Hold Mental Edge Over Koscheck (12/8/2010 12:05:59 AM)
For all his efforts at hackneyed trash talk during the twelfth season of “TUF,” Josh Koscheck still has to beat Georges St. Pierre in the one place it counts next Saturday: the Octagon.
12 Questions for Georges St. Pierre (12/7/2010 12:25:59 AM)
Welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre spared no expense in advance of his rematch with Josh Koscheck at UFC 124 on Dec. 11 at the Bell Centre in Montreal
12 Questions for Georges St. Pierre (12/7/2010 12:25:59 AM)
Welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre spared no expense in advance of his rematch with Josh Koscheck at UFC 124 on Dec. 11 at the Bell Centre in Montreal
Episode No. 11 recap: "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" (12/2/2010 3:55:00 AM)
Welcome to MMAjunkie.com's recap for episode No. 11 of "The Ultimate Fighter 12." The lightweights-only season of the reality show, which features UFC champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck as coaches, airs tonight at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Spike TV with 28 total UFC hopefuls vying for the famed "six-figure" contract. For a full rundown of the latest episode, which concludes the regular season and determines the two finalists, check out this week's show summary. (Warning: Episode spoilers are included.)
UFC 124 Video Preview for ‘St. Pierre vs. Koscheck 2' on Dec. 11 (11/30/2010 7:00:29 PM)
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GSP - From The Mouth of The Champ (11/28/2010 6:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
Defining Georges St-Pierre (11/25/2010 6:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
"UFC 124: St-Pierre vs. Koscheck II" video trailer, official fight card (11/24/2010 4:35:00 PM)
In a little more than two weeks, UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre and top contender Josh Koscheck headline UFC 124. The event, which follows both fighters' run as coaches on "The Ultimate Fighter 12," takes place at the Bell Centre in Montreal and airs live on pay-per-view. Check out the official video trailer, as well as the full fight card for the event, after the jump.
UFC 124 Video: Georges St-Pierre, Josh Koscheck Talk Dec. 11 Rematch (11/24/2010 1:00:28 PM)
Check out Josh Koscheck's pre-fight interview for his rematch with Georges St-Pierre at UFC 124 on Dec. 11 after the break...
UFC 124 Video Trailer for ‘St. Pierre vs. Koscheck’ on Dec. 11 (11/22/2010 10:25:37 AM)
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GSP, the 209, Brittney, etc in New Mag (11/22/2010 6:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
Episode No. 10 recap: "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" (11/18/2010 3:55:00 AM)
Welcome to MMAjunkie.com's recap for episode No. 10 of "The Ultimate Fighter 12." The lightweights-only season of the reality show, which features UFC champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck as coaches, airs each Wednesday (10 p.m. ET/PT) on Spike TV and features 28 UFC hopefuls vying for the famed "six-figure" contract. For a full rundown of the latest episode, including the conclusion of the quarterfinal round, check out this week's show summary. (Warning: Episode spoilers are included.)
The Ultimate Fighter 12 Episode Ten Recap for 'Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck' (11/17/2010 6:00:53 PM)
Kyle Watson and Michael Johnson joined Nam Phan and Jonathan Brookins in The Ultimate Fighter 12 semifinals after earning wins on the season's tenth episode Wednesday on Spike.
The Ultimate Fighter 12 Episode Ten Recap for ‘Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck’ (11/17/2010 6:00:53 PM)
Kyle Watson and Michael Johnson joined Nam Phan and Jonathan Brookins in The Ultimate Fighter 12 semifinals after earning wins on the season's tenth episode Wednesday on Spike.
UFC 124 Fight Card Official for ‘St-Pierre vs. Koscheck’ on Dec. 11 in Montreal (11/15/2010 7:19:35 AM)
The UFC 124 fight card is now complete for Dec. 11 at Montreal's Bell Centre after the pay-per-view event's unaired preliminary card was recently finalized. UFC 124 is headlined by a rematch welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre and fellow Ultimate Fighter 12 coach Josh Koscheck.
Episode No. 9 recap: "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" (11/11/2010 3:55:00 AM)
Welcome to MMAjunkie.com's recap for episode No. 9 of "The Ultimate Fighter 12." The lightweights-only season of the reality show, which features UFC champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck as coaches, airs each Wednesday (10 p.m. ET/PT) on Spike TV and features 28 UFC hopefuls vying for the famed "six-figure" contract. For a full rundown of the latest episode, including the beginning of the quarterfinal round, check out this week's show summary. (Warning: Episode spoilers are included.)
The Ultimate Fighter 12 Episode Nine Discussion for “Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck” (11/10/2010 4:00:17 PM)
The ninth episode of The Ultimate Fighter 12 airs tonight on Spike TV and includes a pair of Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck quarterfinals, as Jonathan Brookins takes on Sako Chivitchian, while Cody McKenzie faces Nam Phan. Discuss the episode after the jump and stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com for complete coverage of The Ultimate Fighter 12 leading up to The Ultimate Fighter 12 Finale on Dec. 4.
UFC 124 Fight Card Nearly Complete for ‘St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2' on Dec. 11 in Montreal (11/5/2010 5:00:55 AM)
The UFC 124 fight card is nearly complete for December 11 at Montreal's Bell Centre, including a headlining rematch between welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre and rival TUF 12 coach Josh Koscheck.
Episode No. 8 recap: "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" (11/4/2010 2:55:00 AM)
Welcome to MMAjunkie.com's recap for episode No. 8 of "The Ultimate Fighter 12." The lightweights-only season of the reality show, which features UFC champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck as coaches, airs each Wednesday (10 p.m. ET/PT) on Spike TV and features 28 UFC hopefuls vying for the famed "six-figure" contract. For a full rundown of the latest episode, including this season's wild-card fight, check out this week's show summary. (Warning: Episode spoilers are included.)
The Ultimate Fighter 12 Episode Eight Discussion for “Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck” (11/3/2010 3:00:01 PM)
The eighth episode of "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" airs tonight on Spike TV and includes the season's wild card bout between Team Koscheck's Aaron Wilkinson and Marc Stevens. Discuss the episode after the jump and stay tuned for complete coverage of The Ultimate Fighter 12 leading up to The Ultimate Fighter 12 Finale on Dec. 4.
9 Fights Signed for ‘St. Pierre vs. Koscheck 2’ (11/1/2010 7:37:36 AM)
Ring of Combat veteran Rafael Natal will lock horns with promotional newcomer Jesse Bongfeldt in a preliminary middleweight matchup at UFC 124 “St. Pierre vs. Koscheck 2” on Dec. 11 at the Bell Centre in Montreal
Episode No. 7 recap: "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" (10/28/2010 2:55:00 AM)
Welcome to MMAjunkie.com's recap for episode No. 6 of "The Ultimate Fighter 12." The lightweights-only season of the reality show, which features UFC champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck as coaches, airs each Wednesday (10 p.m. ET/PT) on Spike TV and features 28 UFC hopefuls vying for the famed "six-figure" contract. For a full rundown of the latest episode, including this season's final preliminary card contest and wild card selections, check out this week's show summary. (Warning: Episode spoilers are included.)
The Ultimate Fighter 12 Episode Seven Recap for “Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck” (10/27/2010 5:00:49 PM)
On episode seven of The Ultimate Fighter 12, Team GSP's Dane Sayers and Team Koscheck's Sako Chivitchian met in the final opening round matchup before Dana White announced the season's wild card picks.
No. 1 contender Shields favoring champ St-Pierre over Koscheck at UFC 124 (10/25/2010 8:00:00 PM)
Jake Shields plans to lose three or four pounds of muscle for his next fight in the UFC. Shields was forced to cut 14 pounds to make weight for his fight against Martin Kampmann this past Saturday at UFC 121, and he admittedly ran low on gas after the first round. With his lesson learned and a victory in the books, Shields now looks ahead to December's Georges St-Pierre vs. Josh Koscheck fight. And Shields, who's been promised the next title shot, is pulling for the champ.
Fertitta: Silva vs. St-Pierre is "probably the one fight I really want to see the most" (10/24/2010 6:00:00 PM)
UFC president Dana White recently said that if enough people want to see UFC champions Anderson Silva and Georges St-Pierre meet in the octagon, it's his job as a promoter to make it happen. White can now count one very influential fight fan among those hoping to see the matchup come to fruition: UFC co-owner and CEO Lorenzo Fertitta. "I want to see that fight," Fertitta said. "That's probably the one fight I really want to see the most."
Tuf 12 Ep 6 Recap: Can Gsp Regain Control? (10/21/2010 5:36:54 AM)
Episode 6 of "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" had two fights, a reign short lived, and in-house animosity...
Episode No. 6 recap: "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" (10/21/2010 2:55:00 AM)
Welcome to MMAjunkie.com's recap for episode No. 6 of "The Ultimate Fighter 12." The lightweights-only season of the reality show, which features UFC champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck as coaches, airs each Wednesday (10 p.m. ET/PT) on Spike TV and features 28 UFC hopefuls vying for the famed "six-figure" contract. For a full rundown of the latest episode, including a twin bill of preliminary-card fights, check out this week's show summary. (Warning: Episode spoilers are included.)
The Ultimate Fighter 12 Episode Six Recap for “Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck” (10/20/2010 5:00:03 PM)
After suffering their first loss of the season last week, Team GSP moved back into control over Team Koscheck with wins by Cody McKenzie and Jonathan Brookins on Wednesday's sixth episode of The Ultimate Fighter 12.
UFC 120 winner Condit eyes Kampmann-Shields winner, open to St-Pierre matchup (10/17/2010 3:20:00 AM)
LONDON - UFC welterweight contender and former WEC champion Carlos Condit is often a man of relatively few words. Quite simply, one doesn't earn the "Natural Born Killer" moniker by waxing poetic following key victories. But while Condit's clips are often brief, he's generally direct. Such was the case following what he says was the biggest win of his career - a first-round knockout of British slugger Dan Hardy in the co-main event of Saturday's UFC 120 event in London.
Episode No. 5 recap: "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" (10/14/2010 2:55:00 AM)
Welcome to MMAjunkie.com's recap for episode No. 5 of "The Ultimate Fighter 12." The lightweights-only season of the reality show, which features UFC champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck as coaches, airs each Wednesday (10 p.m. ET/PT) on Spike TV and features 28 UFC hopefuls vying for the famed "six-figure" contract. For a full rundown of the latest episode, including the latest preliminary-round fight, check out this week's show summary. (Warning: Episode spoilers are included.)
The Ultimate Fighter 12 Episode 5 Recap for “Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck” (10/13/2010 5:00:31 PM)
After seeing Team GSP stay in control with Kyle Watson's win over Andy Main on last week's episode, Team Koscheck returns to training with guest welterweight contender Jon Fitch in hopes of scoring their first win of the season.After a Team GSP training session with rough French Muay Thai specialist Jean Charles Skarbowsky, coach Georges St-Pierre chooses Spencer Paige to face Team Koscheck's Nam Phan in the latest preliminary bout.
Episode No. 4 recap: "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" (10/7/2010 2:55:00 AM)
Welcome to MMAjunkie.com's recap for episode No. 4 of "The Ultimate Fighter 12." The lightweights-only season of the reality show, which features UFC champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck as coaches, airs each Wednesday (10 p.m. ET/PT) on Spike TV and features 28 UFC hopefuls vying for the famed "six-figure" contract. For a full rundown of the latest episode, including the latest preliminary-round fight, check out this week's show summary. (Warning: Episode spoilers are included.)
Gsp Vs. Koscheck Official For Ufc 124 (10/6/2010 5:22:45 PM)
The Ultimate Fighting Championship on Wednesday made the highly anticipated showdown between Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck official for UFC 124 in Montreal...
The Ultimate Fighter 12 Episode 4 Recap for “Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck” (10/6/2010 5:00:03 PM)
The Ultimate Fighters 12's lightweight tournament continued on Wednesday on Spike TV, as Team GSP's Kyle Watson squared off against Team Koscheck's Andy Main in the season's third preliminary matchup.
"UFC 124: St-Pierre vs. Koscheck" official for Dec. 11 at Montreal's Bell Centre (10/6/2010 4:25:00 PM)
As expected UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre makes his next title defense when he meets Josh Koscheck at December's UFC 124 event. Officials today formally announced the "UFC 124: St-Pierre vs. Koscheck" event. The Dec. 11 show airs on pay-per-view and takes place at the Bell Centre in Montreal near St-Pierre's hometown.
GSP vs Koscheck II on Dec. 11 in Montreal (10/6/2010 5:00:00 AM)
UFC 121 Preview: Jake Shields wants Georges St-Pierre after Martin Kampmann (10/1/2010 5:00:07 AM)
Episode No. 3 recap: "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" (9/30/2010 2:55:00 AM)
Welcome to MMAjunkie.com's recap for episode No. 3 of "The Ultimate Fighter 12." The lightweights-only season of the reality show, which features UFC champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck as coaches, airs each Wednesday (10 p.m. ET/PT) on Spike TV and features 28 UFC hopefuls vying for the famed "six-figure" contract. For a full rundown of the latest episode, including this season's fighter draft, check out this week's show summary. (Warning: Episode spoilers are included.)
GSP A Knockout In Manila (9/28/2010 5:00:00 AM)
Tuf 12 Ep 2 Recap: Team Picks & Gsp Trickery (9/23/2010 3:52:54 AM)
In Episode 2 of “The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck,” the fighters moved into their new residence, team selections took place, and the season’s first fight ended in a submission...
Episode No. 2 recap: "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" (9/23/2010 2:55:00 AM)
Welcome to MMAjunkie.com's recap for episode No. 2 of "The Ultimate Fighter 12." The lightweights-only season of the reality show, which features UFC champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck as coaches, airs each Wednesday (10 p.m. ET/PT) on Spike TV and features 28 UFC hopefuls vying for the famed "six-figure" contract. For a full rundown of the latest episode, including this season's fighter draft, check out this week's show summary. (Warning: Episode spoilers are included.)
The Ultimate Fighter 12 Recap for Episode 2 of “Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck” (9/22/2010 5:21:47 PM)
This week on The Ultimate Fighter 12, the lightweight cast arrives at the house and coaches Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck choose their teams before 'Bruce Leroy' Alex Caceres and Jeff Lentz meet in the first fight of the season.
Episode No. 1 recap: "The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck" (9/16/2010 3:00:00 AM)
Welcome to MMAjunkie.com's recap for episode No. 1 of "The Ultimate Fighter 12." The lightweights-only season of the reality show, which features UFC champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck as coaches, airs each Wednesday (10 p.m. ET/PT) on Spike TV and features 28 UFC hopefuls vying for the famed "six-figure" contract. For a full rundown of the latest episode, including the full elimination round of fights, check out this week's show summary. (Warning: Episode spoilers are included.)
The Ultimate Fighter 12 Recap and Results for Episode 1 of “Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck” (9/15/2010 5:30:44 PM)
The Ultimate Fighter 12 debuted Wednesday on Spike TV following UFC Fight Night 22, as 28 lightweights, coached by welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre and Josh Koscheck, kicked off the season's tournament with 14 elimination bouts to earn their spots in the TUF house.
"TUF 12" coach Georges St-Pierre: I'm motived by Josh Koscheck's lies, trash-talk (9/15/2010 2:45:00 PM)
Georges St-Pierre thinks Josh Koscheck's villain routine was very predictable when the two shared the set on "The Ultimate Fighter 12." But that doesn't mean it escaped his attention. During a conference call promoting the reality show, which debuts tonight on Spike TV after a live broadcast of UFC Fight Night 22, St-Pierre briefly set aside his nice-guy exterior to make it clear he won't hesitate to put "Kos" in check.
"TUF 12" coach Goerge St-Pierre: I'm motived by Josh Koscheck's lies, trash-talk (9/15/2010 2:45:00 PM)
Georges St-Pierre thinks Josh Koscheck's villain routine was very predictable when the two shared the set on "The Ultimate Fighter 12." But that doesn't mean it escaped his attention. During a conference call promoting the reality show, which debuts tonight on Spike TV after a live broadcast of UFC Fight Night 22, St-Pierre briefly set aside his nice-guy exterior to make it clear he won't hesitate to put "Kos" in check.
Gsp & Koscheck Easily Settle Into Tuf 12 Roles (9/15/2010 7:57:31 AM)
As TUF 12 gets ready to debut, Josh Koscheck is happy to play the Lex Luthor to Georges St. Pierre's Superman, and they are both excited to see how the story unfolds...
After Silva, Sonnen Wants Gsp Or Shogun (9/15/2010 1:27:22 AM)
Chael Sonnen is still swinging his verbal hammer, and now he's laying the smack down on the UFC's reigning and defending welterweight champion...
Gsp Goes Mobile; Mmaweekly Is Content Partner (9/14/2010 11:57:24 PM)
Georges St. Pierre in conjunction with Kombat Mobile is set to release the official GSP application available through iPhone, Blackberry, Android, and for the iPad, and MMAWeekly.com will be the official U.S. news provider for the application...
UFC poet Chael Sonnen adds Georges St-Pierre, Brock Lesnar to current hit list (9/14/2010 10:30:00 PM)
AUSTIN, Texas - Prior to his now legendary UFC 117 clash with Anderson Silva, UFC middleweight contender Chael Sonnen launched a months-long verbal assault of epic proportions. While an official date has yet to be announced for the forthcoming rematch, Sonnen is already up to his old tricks. And while it's Silva on whom the challenger is most focused, he's got some kind words for "a French-Canadian Minnie Mouse," the UFC's heavyweight champion with a "$5 haircut and a knife tattooed on chest," and a certain "Axe Murder" who Sonnen says "used to be a fighter."
Koscheck, St. Pierre Adopt Different Coaching Philosophies for ‘TUF 12’ (9/14/2010 2:30:11 PM)
The 12th season of "The Ultimate Fighter" kicks off Wednesday night at 10 p.m. EST on Spike TV featuring UFC welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre and No. 1 contender Josh Koscheck and if the coaches are to believed, the season should be an exciting one.
Countdown to The Ultimate Fighter 12: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck Video (9/9/2010 6:13:01 AM)
The Ultimate Fighter 12 Video: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck Sneak Peek (9/8/2010 1:13:49 PM)
Ufc Pres Not Opposed To Gsp Vs. Silva (Video) (9/3/2010 9:03:12 PM)
UFC president Dana White says there's still some work to be done, but he's not opposed to a Georges St-Pierre vs Anderson Silva superfight...
Montreal official as host of Dec. 11 "UFC 124: St-Pierre vs. Koscheck II" event (9/3/2010 6:00:00 PM)
If UFC contender Josh Koscheck thought he had it bad in his first trip to Montreal, imagine how it will feel fighting hometown hero Georges St-Pierre. On Thursday, the UFC's "Ultimate Insider" series officially announced that previous reports of a return trip to Montreal's Bell Centre were indeed true, and the massive arena will play host to UFC 124 on Dec. 11. Early reports had suggested the fight would take place in Las Vegas, but UFC officials looked to capitalize on St-Pierre's popularity in his hometown. Ticketing information for the event has yet to be released.
Koscheck Happy To Face Gsp On His Home Turf (8/31/2010 4:03:18 PM)
Josh Koscheck's camp says he's happy to fight Georges St-Pierre on his home turf in Montreal, or wherever else the UFC wants to do the fight...
Gsp Gets Backyard Battle With Kos In Montreal (8/30/2010 11:03:13 PM)
Georges St-Pierre will have homefield advantage heading into his title defense against Josh Koscheck in December...
UFC 124, St-Pierre vs. Koscheck II headed to Montreal's Bell Centre on Dec. 11 (8/30/2010 10:40:00 PM)
As it turns out, UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre will rematch first-time contender Josh Koscheck in his backyard. The marquee match-up will not take place in Las Vegas, as early reports suggested. Instead, the promotion will return to Montreal's Bell Centre for the event, presumably titled UFC 124, on Dec. 11. It's the UFC's fourth trip to the Canadian city.
UFC 124, Georges St-Pierre vs. Josh Koscheck 2 Headed to Montreal on December 11 (8/30/2010 11:38:01 AM)
UFC welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre will rematch Josh Koscheck on his home turf, as The Ultimate Fighter 12 coaches will square off on December 11 at Montreal's Bell Centre in the main event of UFC 124.
UFC 124, St-Pierre vs. Koscheck Slated for Montreal on December 11 (8/30/2010 11:38:01 AM)
UFC welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre will rematch Josh Koscheck on his home turf, as The Ultimate Fighter 12 coaches will square off on December 11 at Montreal's Bell Centre in the main event of UFC 124.
Georges St-Pierre vs. Josh Koscheck in Montreal at UFC 124 on December 11 (8/30/2010 11:38:01 AM)
UFC welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre will rematch Josh Koscheck on his home turf, as The Ultimate Fighter 12 coaches will square off on December 11 at Montreal's Bell Centre in the main event of UFC 124.
UFC boss Dana White "not opposed" to St-Pierre vs. Silva, but roadblocks remain (8/29/2010 2:00:00 PM)
BOSTON - The UFC's most-requested superfight is one step closer to becoming a reality. At Saturday's UFC Fan Expo Boston 2010, UFC president Dana White said he's slowly warming to the idea of a superfight between middleweight kingpin Anderson Silva and current welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre. "They've got a couple of guys they've got to beat before we make that fight, but I'm not opposed to making it," White told a large crowd gathered for a special Q&A session at the Hynes Event Center in Boston.
Silva Will Be Waiting If Gsp Can Make The Weight (8/19/2010 8:36:57 PM)
At this point the question of Anderson Silva taking on Georges St-Pierre doesn't seem so much a question of if, but a question of when, and the Brazilian is ready to show the Canadian who the best in the world is...
Gsp & Koscheck Go To War December 11 (8/19/2010 8:36:56 PM)
Georges St. Pierre and Josh Koscheck will first collide as coaches on the "Ultimate Fighter" season 12, and then the two will face off for the UFC welterweight championship on December 11 at UFC 123...
Shields' End Road Leads To Gsp And Title Shot (8/19/2010 8:36:54 PM)
Signing with the UFC wasn't the big challenge Jake Shields was gunning for. His dream will come true with a title shot, and getting a crack at Georges St-Pierre...
A Long Road Leads To Gsp Vs. Anderson Silva (8/19/2010 8:36:15 PM)
Many fans have asked about a potential mega fight between Georges St-Pierre and Anderson Silva, but UFC president Dana White says it's not something he's in a rush to put together...
GSP, Hamill figures to debut at Fan Expo (8/17/2010 5:00:00 AM)