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Forrest Griffin vs. Mauricio "Shogun" Rua II booked for UFC 134 in August (4/15/2011 4:10:00 PM)
A pair of former UFC light heavyweight champions will meet in Brazil, as Forrest Griffin and Mauricio "Shogun" Rua have agreed to fight in August. Griffin and Rua meet on the main card of the previously announced "UFC: Rio" event, which is expected to serve as UFC 134 and takes place Aug. 27 at HSBC Arena in Rio de Janeiro. MMAjunkie.com has confirmed the booking, which was first reported by Brazilian-based outlets Tatame.com and GracieMag.com.
Forrest Griffin vs. Mauricio “Shogun” Rua Rematch Set for “UFC: Rio” (4/15/2011 5:31:53 AM)
A rematch between former UFC light heavyweight champions Forrest Griffin and Mauricio "Shogun" Rua will be featured on the "UFC: Rio" fight card for the UFC's return to Brazil on Aug. 27.
Cordeiro: Kings MMA Doors Open to ‘Shogun’ (3/28/2011 2:24:50 PM)
Former Chute Boxe Academy coach Rafael Cordeiro found Mauricio “Shogun” Rua’s performance against Jon Jones in the UFC 128 main event on March 19 in Newark, N.J. deeply unsettling.
Yahoo! Sports pound-for-pound rankings: Jones now No. 4, "Shogun" leaves top 10 (3/24/2011 2:45:00 PM)
Yahoo! Sports' MMA pound-for-pound rankings got a shakeup in the wake of UFC 128 and Jon Jones' championship victory over former titleholder Mauricio "Shogun" Rua. Jones, who won the UFC's light-heavyweight title, entered the top 10 for the first time and landed in fourth place in the March rankings. Coincidentally, Rua dropped out of the top 10 after previously ranking No. 4.
UFC 128 Medical Suspensions: Jones, Rua Sidelined Indefinitely (3/21/2011 3:57:57 AM)
Newly crowned UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones must sit out indefinitely until his right hand is cleared following a third-round TKO of former title-holder Mauricio "Shogun" Rua in the main event of UFC 128 this past weekend.
UFC 128 medical suspensions: Rua, Schaub out 60 days; Jones, others need clearance (3/20/2011 7:45:00 AM)
The New Jersey State Athletic Control Board issued medical suspensions to a total of 10 fighters from Saturday night's UFC 128 event. Main-event loser Mauricio "Shogun" Rua and main-card winner Brendan Schaub will each be sidelined 60 days, while UFC 128 losers Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic and Raphael Assuncao are forced to sit out for 30 days. A total of six fighters, including new UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones, were issued indefinite orders pending further medical evaluation. All six may return pending clearance for a variety of potential injuries.
UFC 128 main-card results: "Bones" owns Rua, claims title with third-round stoppage (3/20/2011 4:40:00 AM)
NEWARK, N.J. - Disrespectful or not, UFC wunderkind Jon Jones was just fine to accompany his fight week autographs with "Champion 2011." Jones, now the youngest title holder in UFC history, showed flashes of brilliance en route to claiming the promotion's light heavyweight title in a three-round dismantling of former champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua The bout served as the main event of Saturday's "UFC 128: Shogun vs. Jones" event, which took place Saturday night at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., and aired on pay-per-view.
Trainer: Jones Overcame Fatigue, Found ‘Another Gear’ to Beat Rua (3/20/2011 12:08:41 AM)
To the naked eye, it appeared that Jon Jones was never in the slightest bit of trouble during his 205-pound title-winning performance against Mauricio “Shogun” Rua in the main event of Saturday’s UFC 128.
UFC 128 Results Recap: Jon Jones Dominates Shogun Rua to Win UFC Title (3/19/2011 6:48:57 PM)
Challenger Jon Jones stopped light heavyweight champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua in Saturday's UFC 128 main event to win the 205-pound title and become the youngest champion in UFC history with a third-round TKO victory.UFC 128 also featured wins by Urijah Faber, Jim Miller, Nate Marquardt, and Brendan Schaub.
UFC 128 Results Recap: Jon Jones Dominates Shogun Rua to Win Light Heavyweight Title (3/19/2011 6:48:57 PM)
Jon Jones dominated Mauricio "Shogun" Rua in Saturday's UFC 128 main event to win the UFC light heavyweight title and become the youngest champion in UFC history.In the UFC 128 co-main event, Urijah Faber topped fellow contender Eddie Wineland to earn a likely shot at bantamweight champ Dominick Cruz.
UFC 128 Walkout Shirts Recap: Jon Jones, Shogun Rua, Urijah Faber (3/19/2011 6:00:11 PM)
With UFC 128 now in the books, it's time to look back at the walkout shirts featured at the event, including the Jon Jones UFC 128 walkout shirt that "Bones" wore to the Octagon before dominating Mauricio "Shogun" Rua.Check out the UFC 128 walkout shirts after the jump and stay tuned to FightTrends.com for the latest MMA gear.
UFC 128 Live Results and Play-by-Play for “Shogun vs. Jones” (3/19/2011 5:31:31 AM)
MMAFrenzy.com will have live results and play-by-play for tonight's "UFC 128: Shogun vs. Jones" event starting at 7pm ET, including its anticipated main event between UFC light heavyweight champion Mauricio "Shogun" Rua and challenger Jon Jones.
Shogun, Jones Cleared for UFC 128 (3/18/2011 11:59:59 PM)
When Mauricio “Shogun” Rua ascended to the top of the 205-pound division for the first time in 2005, Jon Jones was but a few months removed from high school and nearly three years away from his professional mixed martial arts debut. In a matter of hours, they will square off
UFC 128 weigh-in results: Champ Rua (205), challenger Jones (205) official (3/18/2011 8:25:00 PM)
NEWARK, N.J. - MMAjunkie.com was on scene and reporting live from today's "UFC 128: Shogun vs. Jones" fighter weigh-ins, where all 24 fighters made weight without issue. A lively crowd packed AmeriHealth Pavilion at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., to witness the festivities. Leading the way to the scale were light-heavyweight champion Mauricio "Shogun" Rua and fellow title-fight participant Jon Jones, who square off in Saturday's championship main event.
UFC 128 preview: Can challenger Jones match the hype against champ Rua? (3/18/2011 12:30:00 PM)
Are today's MMA observers more on point than ever before, or are a lot of people going to eat crow on Sunday? Jon Jones, the challenger, is still a moderate betting favorite over the champion, Mauricio "Shogun" Rua, as the moments tick toward UFC 128, which takes place Saturday at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., and airs live on pay-per-view. As MMAjunkie.com's Steven Marrocco ponders in our official event preview, can Jones' promise match Rua's proven ability?
UFC 128 Weigh-In Results: Champ Shogun Rua, Challenger Jon Jones Make Weight (3/18/2011 9:30:50 AM)
UFC light heavyweight champion Mauricio "Shogun" Rua, challenger Jon Jones, and the rest of the UFC 128 card successfully weighed in on Friday for tomorrow's event in Newark, New Jersey.Both "Shogun" and Jones tipped the scale at 205-pounds and a tense staredown followed, but the fighters kept their distance.
Pros Pick: Shogun vs. Jones (3/18/2011 12:10:59 AM)
Considering how much success Mauricio “Shogun” Rua has enjoyed in his mixed martial arts career, it may come as a surprise to some to see him as an underdog to Jon Jones, a challenger with 13 professional appearances under his belt.
Fully healed, Rua says knee, layoff, no issue in UFC 128 bout with Jones (3/17/2011 11:20:00 PM)
UFC light heavyweight Mauricio "Shogun" Rua has long been considered among the world's very best 205-pound fighters, but a history of injuries has left some MMA pundits questioning how much the striking specialist has left in the tank. Plenty, says Rua. After all, at just 29 years old, Rua is finally healthy heading into this weekend's UFC 128 bout with Jon Jones, and the Brazilian believes he's prepared to answer his doubters.
UFC 128: Shogun Rua ‘Disrespected’ by Jon Jones, Jones Thinks He’s In Champ’s Head (3/17/2011 6:00:45 PM)
Following their open workouts ahead of Saturday's UFC 128 main event, UFC light heavyweight champion Mauricio "Shogun" Rua called Jon Jones' pre-fight behavior 'disrespectful' and 'ridiculous,' while Jones replied that he believes he's in the champ's head.
UFC 128 Video: Mauricio “Shogun” Rua Training for Jon Jones Fight (updated) (3/17/2011 10:29:43 AM)
After the jump, "Shogun" puts his power on display for ESPN...
UFC 128 Video: Mauricio “Shogun” Rua Training for Jon Jones Fight (3/17/2011 10:29:43 AM)
For complete UFC 128 coverage and UFC 128 results on March 19 stay tuned to MMAFrenzy.com.
Bones Following Shogun’s Lead (3/17/2011 12:10:59 AM)
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- Mauricio “Shogun” Rua ran the gauntlet at 205 pounds, besting Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, Antonio Rogerio Nogueira, Alistair Overeem and Ricardo Arona -- all in an incredible four-month span -- to win the 2005 Pride Fighting Championships middleweight grand prix.
For UFC 128, Jon Jones brings the magic that Rashad Evans couldn't (3/17/2011 12:00:00 AM)
NEW YORK CITY - While it was little more than dumb luck and logical matchmaking that led to UFC 128's upcoming headliner between Mauricio "Shogun" Rua and Jon Jones, it couldn't have worked out any better. Proof? Today's UFC 128 pre-event press conference at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Adoration for each fighter was so split that fans turned the event into a raucous free-for-all that's likely to be a precursor to a a wild Saturday night.
UFC 128: Champ Mauricio “Shogun” Rua vs. Jon Jones Video Preview (3/16/2011 11:41:01 AM)
UFC 128 Video: Countdown to “UFC 128: Shogun vs. Jones” (3/16/2011 4:21:22 AM)
The UFC's "Countdown to UFC 128: Shogun vs. Jones" premiered on Wednesday on Spike TV previewing Saturday's pay-per-view event in Newark, New Jersey, which is headlined by light heavyweight champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua vs. Jon Jones.Video of "Countdown to UFC 128" is after the jump...
UFC 128's Rua familiar with Jones' position, prepared for "fight of my life" (3/12/2011 2:30:00 PM)
UFC light heavyweight champion Mauricio "Shogun" Rua knows a thing or two about being Jon Jones. Once upon a time, it was the Brazilian slugger who played the role of feared up-and-coming stud on the verge of greatness. But now, it's "Bones" who is looking to become the sport's next bona fide superstar with a win in the featured bout of next week's UFC 128 event. No problem, says Rua. Bring it on.
Topdog/underdog: Who's the favorite in Rua vs. Jones? Not me, says "Bones" (3/10/2011 12:45:00 AM)
Jon "Bones" Jones thinks there's some funny business going on with MMA oddsmakers. How else could he be the betting favorite going into a fight against a guy with almost twice his experience and a UFC light heavyweight belt? "I think that's baloney," he today told reporters during a conference call in support of his fight with 205-pound titleholder Mauricio "Shogun" Rua.
UFC 128 Fight Card Finalized for “Shogun vs. Jones” on March 19 (3/9/2011 4:11:09 PM)
The UFC 128 fight card is now officially complete for March 19 in Newark, New Jersey after the UFC today confirmed the remaining bouts for the 12-fight card, which is headlined by light heavyweight champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua vs. Jon Jones and airs on pay-per-view, Spike TV, and Facebook.com/UFC.
Jon Jones: It’s My Time to Win Light Heavyweight Title from Shogun Rua at UFC 128 (video) (3/2/2011 9:11:11 AM)
Catch the full interview with Jon Jones tomorrow (March 3) on Versus at 8pm ET ahead of UFC on Versus 3 before "Bones" challenges light heavyweight champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua in the main event of UFC 128 on March 19.
Against Shogun, Jones Will Fight the Body, Not the Name (2/10/2011 12:20:23 AM)
Fresh off a Feb. 5 submission win over Ryan Bader, Jon Jones will be back in the cage March 19 to challenge Mauricio “Shogun” Rua for the UFC light heavyweight championship.
After "Rampage" Jackson declined, Jon Jones got UFC 128 title fight (2/7/2011 10:50:00 PM)
Before Jon Jones ultimately got a UFC 128 title with Mauricio "Shogun" Rua, Quinton "Rampage" Jackson was offered the bout but turned it down. A UFC official today confirmed the turn of events with MMAjunkie.com. Rua first mentioned the possibility in an interview with Tatame.com. The March 19 slot opened this past weekend when Rashad Evans's knee injury forced him out of the upcoming title fight, which takes place in Newark, N.J. as a pay-per-view headliner.
Rep: If Jones beats "Shogun," Evans could move to middleweight or heavyweight (2/7/2011 8:00:00 PM)
It's no secret that the course of Rashad Evans' UFC career will be determined by what happens on March 19. That's when his training partner, Jon Jones, meets champion Mauricio "Shogun" Rua in a UFC 128 light-heavyweight title bout originally designated for Evans. But if Jones is victorious, Evans has plenty of options that include trips to middleweight or even heavyweight, his co-manager, Malki Kawa, told MMAjunkie.com.
Champ "Shogun" Rua has no issues with Jon Jones as new UFC 128 opponent (2/7/2011 3:45:00 PM)
Given just six weeks to prepare for a new UFC 128 opponent, UFC light-heavyweight champion Mauricio "Shogun" Rua isn't all that concerned. Over the weekend, Rua, UFC officials and fans learned that an injured Rashad Evans had been forced out of the March 19 title fight with the champ and replaced with Jon Jones, who defeated Ryan Bader at Saturday's UFC 126 event. But as Rua told MMAjunkie.com, it's not up to him to approve or turn down opponents, and he finds Jones more than deserving.
Shogun Says Rampage Turned Down Title Shot, Expects Tough Fight with Jon Jones (2/7/2011 10:58:54 AM)
Jon Jones apparently wasn't the UFC's first choice to replace teammate Rashad Evans against light heavyweight champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua at UFC 128. According to Rua, former title-holder Quinton "Rampage" Jackson was first offered the spot in the March 19 main event.
UFC 128 opening line: Jon Jones a favorite over champ "Shogun" Rua (2/6/2011 6:25:00 PM)
Despite being a champion, Mauricio "Shogun" Rua currently is the underdog to title challenger Jon Jones in their upcoming UFC 128 title fight. That's according to the oddsmakers' opening line, anyway. Noted MMA oddsmaker and frequent MMAjunkie.com Radio guest Joey Oddessa today confirmed the initial line with MMAjunkie.com. Jones opens as a -150 favorite while Rua is a +120 underdog in a fight that's already seen heavy betting action.
UFC 128's "Shogun" vs. Jones title fight was fight-night patchwork matchmaking (2/6/2011 4:00:00 PM)
LAS VEGAS - As far as fight bookings go, UFC 128's upcoming headliner between champion Mauricio "Shogun" Rua and replacement fighter Jon Jones didn't exactly follow a traditional path. After learning original opponent Rashad Evans is out six to eight weeks with a strained ligament in his knee, UFC president Dana White and matchmaker Joe Silva sprung to action. And as White told MMAjunkie.com, Rua agreed to the proposed fight right before Jones' UFC 126 co-main-event bout with Ryan Bader. Ten minutes later, after a second-round submission victory, Jones also jumped on board.
Rashad Evans injured, Jon Jones now challenges "Shogun" Rua for title at UFC 128 (2/6/2011 4:30:00 AM)
LAS VEGAS - UFC light heavyweight Jon Jones just went from prospect to title contender. Following Jones' win over the previously undefeated Ryan Bader at Saturday night's UFC 126 event in Las Vegas, UFC broadcaster Joe Rogan announced that Jones will get the next shot at Mauricio "Shogun" Rua's 205-pound title. Jones fills in for his teammate, Rashad Evans, who recently suffered a knee injury in training and was forced to withdraw from the planned UFC 128 matchup.
Jon Jones Challenges Champ “Shogun” Rua at UFC 128 with Rashad Evans Hurt (2/5/2011 6:32:46 PM)
After dominating Ryan Bader in a second-round submission win at UFC 126, Jon Jones was awarded a surprise shot at light heavyweight champ Mauricio Shogun Rua at UFC 128 in March with original challenger Rashad Evans sidelined by a knee injury.
Jon Jones Challenges Shogun at UFC 128 with Rashad Evans Hurt (2/5/2011 6:32:46 PM)
After dominating Ryan Bader and earning a second round submission at UFC 126, Jon Jones was awarded a shot at light heavyweight champ Mauricio Shogun Rua at UFC 128 in March with original challenger Rashad Evans sidelined by a knee injury.
"UFC 128: Shogun vs. Evans" tickets on sale this week (1/10/2011 4:25:00 PM)
Tickets for the UFC's return to Newark, N.J., go on sale this week. The organization hosts "UFC 128: Shogun vs. Evans," a pay-per-view event headlined by UFC light-heavyweight champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua vs. Rashad Evans, on March 19 at the Prudential Center. Tickets for the pay-per-view event go on sale this Thursday, Jan. 13, though a pre-sale begins Tuesday.
UFC 128 official for March 19 in New Jersey with Rua vs. Evans, Faber vs. Wineland (1/4/2011 8:20:00 PM)
The UFC's return to New Jersey is official. As expected, the world largest mixed martial arts promotion heads to the Garden State on March 19 for "UFC 128: Shogun vs. Evans." Featuring a long-awated light heavyweight title clash between current champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua and former title holder Rashad Evans, UFC 128 takes place at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.
"Shogun" vs. Evans, Pellegrino vs. Tibau slated for UFC 128 in New Jersey (12/16/2010 1:05:00 AM)
A UFC title fight between light-heavyweight champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua and Rashad Evans now will take the main-event slot of a UFC 128 show expected to take place in New Jersey. Additionally, a lightweight bout between local fighter Kurt Pellegrino and Gleison Tibau is in the works for the show. Although not officially announced by the organization, UFC 128 is expected to take place March 19 at the Prudential Center in Newark and air on pay-per-view.
"Shogun" vs. Evans, Pellegrino vs. Tibau slated for UFC 129 in New Jersey (12/16/2010 1:05:00 AM)
A UFC 128 title fight between light-heavyweight champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua and Rashad Evans now will take the main-event slot of a UFC 129 show expected to take place in New Jersey. Additionally, a lightweight bout between local fighter Kurt Pellegrino and Gleison Tibau is in the works for the show. Although not officially announced by the organization, UFC 129 is expected to take place March 19 at the Prudential Center in Newark and air on pay-per-view.
Shogun vs. Evans, Ortiz vs. Nogueira Moved to UFC 128 on March 19 in Newark (12/14/2010 12:46:36 PM)
The long-awaited title fight between light heavyweight champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua and former title-holder Rashad Evans previously expected for UFC 128 on March 12 is now slated for UFC 129 on March 19 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, and will be joined on the card by Tito Ortiz vs. Antonio Rogeiro Nogueira.
Shogun vs. Evans, Ortiz vs. Nogueira Moved to UFC 129 on March 19 in Newark (12/14/2010 12:46:36 PM)
The long-awaited title fight between light heavyweight champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua and former title-holder Rashad Evans previously expected for UFC 128 on March 12 is now slated for UFC 129 on March 19 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, and will be joined on the card by Tito Ortiz vs. Antonio Rogeiro Nogueira.
MMAjunkie.com Radio Primetime: "Shogun," Herb Dean, Rich Attonito, Justin McCully (12/3/2010 10:40:00 PM)
MMAjunkie.com Radio goes "Primetime" tonight at 10:30 p.m. ET (7:30 p.m. PT) with UFC light-heavyweight champion Mauricio "Shogun" Rua and his manager/translator, Eduardo Alonso. Additionally, 2010 World MMA Awards "Referee of the Year" Herb Dean and UFC vet Justin McCully join them in studio, and Rich Attonito calls in to discuss his bout with Dave Branch at The Ultimate Fighter 12 Finale tomorrow. MMAjunkie.com Radioairs live from the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino's Race & Sports Book. Listen to and watch a video stream of the two-hour show at www.mmajunkie.com/radio.
UFC boss says Rua vs. Evans on target for March, "Suga" comfortable with schedule (11/15/2010 7:15:00 PM)
While a recent report suggested that former UFC light heavyweight champion Rashad Evans was upset at sitting on the sidelines while waiting for current champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua to heal from knee surgery, UFC president Dana White said "Suga" is doing just fine. White was initially baffled by Evans' comments in the report, which suggested he was frustrated at Rua's recovery schedule. But the UFC boss says the two have since worked through any hard feelings and everything is on track for 2011.
UFC 128 Slated for Abu Dhabi on Mar. 19, Shogun vs. Evans Possible Headliner (11/11/2010 4:00:43 AM)
Following it's return to Sydney, Australia for UFC 127 on Feb. 27, the UFC is expected to head back to Abu Dhabi for UFC 128 on March 19 with a possible main event between light heavyweight champion Mauricio "Shogun" Rua and top contender Rashad Evans.
Rashad Evans ‘Frustrated’ at Wait for Champ Shogun’s UFC Return **UPDATED** (11/8/2010 4:13:27 AM)
Rashad Evans is frustrated by his wait for light heavyweight champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua to recover from knee surgery and return to the Octagon despite opting to remain on the sidelines rarther than risk his shot at the title.
Rashad Evans ‘Frustrated’ at Wait for Champ Shogun’s UFC Return (11/8/2010 4:13:27 AM)
Rashad Evans is frustrated by his wait for light heavyweight champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua to recover from knee surgery and return to the Octagon despite opting to remain on the sidelines rarther than risk his shot at the title.
‘Shogun’ Recovering from Knee Surgery, Champ Focused on Rashad Evans (10/28/2010 4:36:34 AM)
Mauricio "Shogun" Rua is having a 'perfect' recovery from knee surgery and the UFC light heavyweight champion has resumed training focused on an expected fight with former champ Rashad Evans early next year, despite the likes of Jon Jones and Ryan Bader joining the title picture.
Recovery on Schedule, ‘Shogun’ Eyes Early 2011 Return (10/4/2010 12:53:06 AM)
After defeating Lyoto Machida to win the light heavyweight championship at UFC 113 in May, Mauricio “Shogun” Rua underwent reconstructive surgery to repair ligament damage in his left knee.
Mauricio "Shogun" Rua vs. Rashad Evans UFC title fight on hold until mid-2011 (8/24/2010 7:10:00 PM)
The UFC's light-heavyweight championship will be on hold for a year. Current champ Mauricio "Shogun" Rua, who won the title with a knockout of Lyoto Machida in May, will be out till the spring or summer of 2011 due to his recent knee injury. As expected UFC president Dana White today told ESPN's "SportsCenter" he'll meet top contender and former champ Rashad Evans upon his return.