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Fight Matrix Program: UFC on FOX 9 (12-14-2013)

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Jason

Flyweight Championship (125)
[#1/#5DD/#8P4P] Demetrious Johnson (18-2-1, 125lb) vs. [#2/#8DD/#10P4P] Joseph Benavidez (19-3-0, 125lb)
Demetrious Johnson is the All-Time #5 ranked Flyweight fighter.
Joseph Benavidez is the All-Time #16 ranked Flyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Demetrious Johnson (3-0-0)
2013-07-27: W vs. [#7FLY] John Moraga (13-2-0) via Submission (Armbar) in 3:43 of round 5
2013-01-26: W vs. [#4FLY] John Dodson (15-6-0) via UD (48-47, 48-47, 49-46)
2012-09-22: W vs. [#2FLY/#8DD/#10P4P] Joseph Benavidez (19-3-0) via SD (48-47, 47-48, 49-46)

Last 3 Fights: Joseph Benavidez (3-0-0)
2013-09-04: W vs. [#11FLY] Jussier da Silva (15-3-0) via TKO (Knee to the Body and Punches) in 3:07 of round 1
2013-04-20: W vs. [#13FLY] Darren Uyenoyama (8-4-0) via KO (Punch to the Body) in 4:50 of round 2
2013-02-02: W vs. [#6FLY] Ian McCall (12-4-1) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Demetrious Johnson 140, Joseph Benavidez 101
Previous Match-up Record: Demetrious Johnson leads 1-0-0
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 2 win(s) against common opposition.
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Bantamweight (135)
[#2] Urijah Faber (29-6-0, 135.0lb, -149) vs. [#5] Michael McDonald (16-2-0, 135.2lb, +123)
Urijah Faber is the All-Time #5 ranked Bantamweight and #10 ranked Absolute fighter.
Michael McDonald is the All-Time #13 ranked Bantamweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Urijah Faber (3-0-0)
2013-08-17: W vs. [#18BW] Iuri Alcantara (28-5-0) via UD (30-26, 30-26, 30-27)
2013-04-13: W vs. [#31BW] Scott Jorgensen (14-7-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:16 of round 4
2013-02-23: W vs. [#71BW] Ivan Menjivar (25-11-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:34 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Michael McDonald (2-1-0)
2013-08-17: W vs. [#26BW] Brad Pickett (23-8-0) via Submission (Triangle Choke) in 3:43 of round 2
2013-02-16: L vs. [#1BW/#6P4P] Renan Barao (31-1-0) via Submission (Arm Triangle Choke) in 3:57 of round 4
2012-04-21: W vs. [#91BW] Miguel Torres (40-7-0) via KO (Punches) in 3:18 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Urijah Faber 119, Michael McDonald 119
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 1 win(s) against common opposition.
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Featherweight (145)
[#2] Chad Mendes (15-1-0, 145.0lb, -869) vs. [#9] Nik Lentz (24-5-2, 145.0lb, +571)
Chad Mendes is the All-Time #6 ranked Featherweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Chad Mendes (3-0-0)
2013-08-31: W vs. [#10FW] Clay Guida (30-14-0) via TKO (Punches) in 0:30 of round 3
2013-04-20: W vs. [#11FW] Darren Elkins (17-3-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:08 of round 1
2012-12-15: W vs. [#75BW] Yaotzin Meza (20-8-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:55 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Nik Lentz (3-0-0)
2013-05-18: W vs. [#37FW] Hacran Dias (21-2-1) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2013-01-19: W vs. [#25FW] Diego Nunes (18-5-0) via UD (30-28, 30-27, 30-26)
2012-08-11: W vs. [*] Eiji Mitsuoka (18-9-2) via TKO (Punches) in 3:45 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Chad Mendes 105, Nik Lentz 210
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Fight Matrix Program: UFC Fight Night 33 (12-07-2013)

Posted on December 2, 2013 by Jason

Heavyweight (265)
[#4] Antonio Silva (18-5-0, -164) vs. [#9] Mark Hunt (9-8-0, +135)
Antonio Silva is the All-Time #18 ranked Heavyweight fighter.
Mark Hunt is the All-Time #21 ranked Heavyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Antonio Silva (2-1-0)
2013-05-25: L vs. [#1HW+/#1DD/#3P4P] Cain Velasquez (13-1-0) via TKO (Punches) in 1:21 of round 1
2013-02-02: W vs. [#8HW+] Alistair Overeem (36-13-0) via KO (Punches) in 0:25 of round 3
2012-10-05: W vs. [#6HW+] Travis Browne (15-1-1) via TKO (Punches) in 3:27 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Mark Hunt (2-1-0)
2013-05-25: L vs. [#2HW+] Junior dos Santos (16-3-0) via KO (Spinning Hook Kick) in 4:18 of round 3
2013-03-03: W vs. [#17HW+] Stefan Struve (25-6-0) via TKO (Punches) in 1:44 of round 3
2012-02-26: W vs. [#20HW+] Cheick Kongo (20-8-2) via TKO (Punches) in 2:11 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Antonio Silva 196, Mark Hunt 196
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Antonio Silva leads 2-0
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Light Heavyweight (205)
[#11] Mauricio Rua (21-8-0, -103) vs. [#19] James Te Huna (16-6-0, -121)
Mauricio Rua is the All-Time #6 ranked Light Heavyweight and #20 ranked Absolute fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Mauricio Rua (1-2-0)
2013-08-17: L vs. [#7LHW] Chael Sonnen (28-14-1) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 4:47 of round 1
2012-12-08: L vs. [#4LHW] Alexander Gustafsson (15-2-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-26)
2012-08-04: W vs. [#91HW+] Brandon Vera (12-7-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:09 of round 4

Last 3 Fights: James Te Huna (2-1-0)
2013-05-25: L vs. [#6LHW] Glover Teixeira (22-2-0) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 2:38 of round 1
2013-02-16: W vs. [#24LHW] Ryan Jimmo (18-3-0) via UD (29-27, 29-28, 29-28)
2012-07-11: W vs. [#67LHW] Joey Beltran (14-10-0) via UD (30-26, 30-27, 30-27)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Mauricio Rua 112, James Te Huna 196
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Light Heavyweight (205)
[#13] Ryan Bader (15-4-0, -303) vs. [#25] Anthony Perosh (14-7-0, +220)
Ryan Bader is the All-Time #23 ranked Light Heavyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Ryan Bader (1-2-0)
2013-09-04: L vs. [#6LHW] Glover Teixeira (22-2-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:55 of round 1
2013-01-26: W vs. [#28LHW] Vladimir Matyushenko (27-7-0) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 0:50 of round 1
2012-08-04: L vs. [#4MW] Lyoto Machida (20-4-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:32 of round 2

Last 3 Fights: Anthony Perosh (2-1-0)
2013-08-03: W vs. [#37LHW] Vinny Magalhaes (10-7-0) via KO (Punches) in 0:14 of round 1
2012-07-21: L vs. [#24LHW] Ryan Jimmo (18-3-0) via KO (Punch) in 0:07 of round 1
2012-03-03: W vs. [#148LHW] Nick Penner (11-3-0) via TKO (Punches and Elbows) in 4:59 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Ryan Bader 94, Anthony Perosh 126
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 1 win(s) against common opposition.
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Fight Matrix Program: UFC 167 (11-16-2013)

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Jason

Welterweight Championship (170)
[#1/#4DD/#2P4P] Georges St. Pierre (24-2-0, -258) vs. [#2/#10P4P] Johny Hendricks (15-1-0, +206)
Georges St. Pierre is the All-Time #1 ranked Welterweight and #2 ranked Absolute fighter.
Johny Hendricks is the All-Time #11 ranked Welterweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Georges St. Pierre (3-0-0)
2013-03-16: W vs. [*] Nick Diaz (26-9-0) via UD (50-45, 50-45, 50-45)
2012-11-17: W vs. [#3WW] Carlos Condit (29-7-0) via UD (50-45, 50-45, 49-46)
2011-04-30: W vs. [#5WW] Jake Shields (29-6-1) via UD (50-45, 48-47, 48-47)

Last 3 Fights: Johny Hendricks (3-0-0)
2013-03-16: W vs. [#3WW] Carlos Condit (29-7-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2012-11-17: W vs. [#15WW] Martin Kampmann (20-7-0) via KO (Punch) in 0:46 of round 1
2012-05-05: W vs. [#21WW] Josh Koscheck (17-7-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Georges St. Pierre 245, Johny Hendricks 245
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Georges St. Pierre leads 4-3
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Light Heavyweight (205)
[#3] Rashad Evans (23-3-1, -182) vs. [#6] Chael Sonnen (28-13-1, +152)
Rashad Evans is the All-Time #5 ranked Light Heavyweight and #18 ranked Absolute fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Rashad Evans (1-2-0)
2013-06-15: W vs. [#8LHW] Dan Henderson (29-11-0) via SD (28-29, 29-28, 29-28)
2013-02-02: L vs. [#5LHW] Antonio Rogerio Nogueira (21-5-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2012-04-21: L vs. [#1LHW/#3DD/#1P4P] Jon Jones (19-1-0) via UD (50-45, 49-46, 49-46)

Last 3 Fights: Chael Sonnen (1-2-0)
2013-08-17: W vs. [#10LHW] Mauricio Rua (21-8-0) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 4:47 of round 1
2013-04-27: L vs. [#1LHW/#3DD/#1P4P] Jon Jones (19-1-0) via TKO (Elbows and Punches) in 4:33 of round 1
2012-07-07: L vs. [#2MW/#6P4P] Anderson Silva (33-5-0) via TKO (Knee to the Body and Punches) in 1:55 of round 2

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Rashad Evans 154, Chael Sonnen 91
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Rashad Evans leads 3-2
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Welterweight (170)
[#4] Rory MacDonald (15-1-0, -360) vs. [#14] Robbie Lawler (21-9-0, +280)
Rory MacDonald is the All-Time #19 ranked Welterweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Rory MacDonald (3-0-0)
2013-07-27: W vs. [#7WW] Jake Ellenberger (29-7-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)
2012-12-08: W vs. [#26WW] B.J. Penn (16-9-2) via UD (30-26, 30-27, 30-26)
2012-04-21: W vs. [#210MW] Che Mills (15-7-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:20 of round 2

Last 3 Fights: Robbie Lawler (2-1-0)
2013-07-27: W vs. [#162WW] Bobby Voelker (24-10-0) via KO (Head Kick and Punch) in 0:24 of round 2
2013-02-23: W vs. [#21WW] Josh Koscheck (17-7-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:57 of round 1
2012-07-14: L vs. [#20MW] Lorenz Larkin (14-1-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Rory MacDonald 112, Robbie Lawler 112
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Georges St. Pierre: By The Numbers

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Oleg

On November 16th, the #1 ranked welterweight in the world and the UFC’s longest currently reigning champion Georges St. Pierre (sponsored by 888poker) is scheduled to defend his title against the top contender, [#2 WW] Johny Hendricks. On paper, it’s an interesting match up of styles: Hendricks, 10-1 in UFC and on a 6 win streak, has superb collegiate wrestling credentials that should allow him to defend GSP’s amazing takedowns, or even put the champion on his back. He also possesses huge one-punch KO power, and thought he hasn’t fought in a 5-rounder yet, he has shown the ability to go the distance in a few of his fights (the last one being a unanimous decision victory over Carlos Condit) . Based on these factors, many fans are picking an upset, predicting Hendricks to hand St. Pierre his first loss since 2007. However these predictions have also been made about GSP’s last few opponents; once the fighters are locked in the cage and the bell rings, the turn of events is often very different than all the pre-fight theorizing. And GSP is one of the best fighters in MMA at game-planning to his opponents weaknesses and neutralizing their strengths.

But I am not going to make any predictions on this fight. Instead, I want to summarize the frankly amazing list of GSP’s accomplishments in the sport. Both loved and hated by the fans, St. Pierre has been one of the UFC’s biggest and most consistent ticket sellers and PPV draws. Yet he is often criticized for his safe fighting style, opting for controlling his opponent for the duration of the fight instead of constantly looking to finish the fight at the expense of leaving himself open, which can make for a dull bout to watch. Many say that after his loss to Matt Serra, Georges became gun-shy. The fact that his last 6 bouts went to a decision, and a 54% finish rate through his career, do little to dispel this notion.

Regardless of how you feel about GSP’s fighting style, his accomplishments in the sport can’t be denied, and are rivaled by very few. So, keep on reading for Georges St Pierre by the numbers:

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Fight Matrix Program: UFC Fight Night 32 (11-09-2013)

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Jason

Light Heavyweight (205)
[#4MW] Vitor Belfort (23-10-0, -235) vs. [#8] Dan Henderson (29-10-0, +188)
Vitor Belfort is the All-Time #16 ranked Light Heavyweight fighter.
Dan Henderson is the All-Time #8 ranked Light Heavyweight and #7 ranked Absolute fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Vitor Belfort (2-1-0)
2013-05-18: W vs. [#10MW] Luke Rockhold (10-2-0) via KO (Spinning Heel Kick and Punches) in 2:32 of round 1
2013-01-19: W vs. [#6MW] Michael Bisping (24-5-0) via TKO (Head Kick and Punches) in 1:27 of round 2
2012-09-22: L vs. [#1LHW/#3DD/#1P4P] Jon Jones (19-1-0) via Submission (Keylock) in 0:54 of round 4

Last 3 Fights: Dan Henderson (1-2-0)
2013-06-15: L vs. [#3LHW] Rashad Evans (23-3-1) via SD (28-29, 29-28, 29-28)
2013-02-23: L vs. [#3MW] Lyoto Machida (20-4-0) via SD (28-29, 29-28, 29-28)
2011-11-19: W vs. [#10LHW] Mauricio Rua (21-8-0) via UD (48-47, 48-47, 48-47)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Vitor Belfort 175, Dan Henderson 147
Previous Match-up Record: Dan Henderson leads 1-0-0
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 4 win(s) against common opposition.
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Middleweight (185)
[#104] Daniel Sarafian (8-3-0, +138) vs. [#199] Cezar Ferreira (6-2-0, -166)

Last 3 Fights: Daniel Sarafian (2-1-0)
2013-06-08: W vs. [#374MW] Eddie Mendez (7-2-1) via Submission (Arm Triangle Choke) in 2:20 of round 1
2013-01-19: L vs. [#52MW] C.B. Dollaway (13-5-0) via SD (28-29, 29-28, 29-28)
2011-07-05: W vs. [#628LHW] Ricardo Silva (17-19-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:01 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Cezar Ferreira (2-1-0)
2013-08-03: W vs. [#772MW] Thiago Santos (8-2-0) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 0:47 of round 1
2012-06-23: W vs. [#237WW] Sergio Moraes (8-2-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)
2011-08-20: L vs. [#37MW] Elvis Mutapcic (13-2-0) via KO (Punch) in 0:25 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Daniel Sarafian 154, Cezar Ferreira 98
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Light Heavyweight (205)
[#31] Rafael Cavalcante (11-4-0, -276) vs. [#43] Igor Pokrajac (25-10-0, +222)

Last 3 Fights: Rafael Cavalcante (1-1-0, 1 NC)
2013-06-08: L vs. [#15LHW] Thiago Silva (16-3-0) via KO (Punches) in 4:29 of round 1
2012-05-19: NC vs. [#29HW+] Mike Kyle (20-10-1) via No Decision (Overturned by CSAC) in 0:33 of round 1
2011-09-10: W vs. [#28MW] Yoel Romero Palacio (6-1-0) via KO (Punches) in 4:51 of round 2

Last 3 Fights: Igor Pokrajac (0-2-0, 1 NC)
2013-06-15: L vs. [#23LHW] Ryan Jimmo (18-3-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2012-12-15: NC vs. [#65LHW] Joey Beltran (14-9-0) via Decision (Unanimous) in 5:00 of round 3
2012-09-22: L vs. [#37LHW] Vinny Magalhaes (10-7-0) via Submission (Armbar) in 1:14 of round 2

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Rafael Cavalcante 154, Igor Pokrajac 147
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Rafael Cavalcante leads 1-0
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Fight Matrix Program: UFC for the Troops (11-03-2013)

Posted on November 3, 2013 by Jason

Middleweight (185)
[#12] Tim Kennedy (16-4-0, -374) vs. [#47] Rafael Natal (17-4-1, +293)

Last 3 Fights: Tim Kennedy (2-1-0)
2013-07-06: W vs. [#20MW] Roger Gracie (6-2-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)
2013-01-12: W vs. [#87MW] Trevor Smith (10-4-0) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 1:36 of round 3
2012-07-14: L vs. [#10MW] Luke Rockhold (10-2-0) via UD (49-46, 49-46, 49-46)

Last 3 Fights: Rafael Natal (3-0-0)
2013-09-04: W vs. [#66MW] Tor Troeng (16-5-1) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)
2013-05-18: W vs. [#297WW] Joao Zeferino (13-6-0) via UD (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
2013-01-26: W vs. [#226WW] Sean Spencer (10-2-0) via Submission (Arm Triangle Choke) in 2:13 of round 3

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Tim Kennedy 123, Rafael Natal 63
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Women Bantamweight (135)
[#2/#5DD/#4P4P] Alexis Davis (14-5-0, +178) vs. [#8] Liz Carmouche (9-3-0, -219)
Alexis Davis is the All-Time #18 ranked Women’s fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Alexis Davis (3-0-0)
2013-06-15: W vs. [#15BW] Rosi Sexton (13-4-0) via UD (29-27, 29-28, 29-28)
2013-01-05: W vs. [#12BW] Shayna Baszler (15-8-0) via Technical Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 0:58 of round 3
2012-07-28: W vs. [NA] Hitomi Akano (18-10-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:41 of round 2

Last 3 Fights: Liz Carmouche (2-1-0)
2013-07-27: W vs. [#11BW] Jessica Andrade (10-3-0) via TKO (Punches and Elbows) in 3:57 of round 2
2013-02-23: L vs. [#1BW/#2DD/#1P4P] Ronda Rousey (7-0-0) via Submission (Armbar) in 4:49 of round 1
2012-07-28: W vs. [#32BW] Kaitlin Young (7-8-1) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:34 of round 2

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Alexis Davis 144, Liz Carmouche 102
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Middleweight (185)
[#21] Ronny Markes (14-1-0, +162) vs. [#110] Yoel Romero Palacio (5-1-0, -198)

Last 3 Fights: Ronny Markes (3-0-0)
2013-01-19: W vs. [#46MW] Andrew Craig (9-2-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2012-02-15: W vs. [#66WW] Aaron Simpson (12-5-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2011-08-14: W vs. [#116MW] Karlos Vemola (10-4-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Last 3 Fights: Yoel Romero Palacio (2-1-0)
2013-04-20: W vs. [#114LHW] Clifford Starks (9-2-0) via KO (Flying Knee and Punches) in 1:32 of round 1
2011-09-10: L vs. [#31LHW] Rafael Cavalcante (11-4-0) via KO (Punches) in 4:51 of round 2
2011-05-27: W vs. [NA] Laszlo Eck (0-1-0) via KO (Punch) in 0:33 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Ronny Markes 291, Yoel Romero Palacio 200
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Fight Matrix Program: UFC Fight Night 30 (10-26-2013)

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Jason

Middleweight (185)
[#3LHW] Lyoto Machida (19-4-0, -367) vs. [#5] Mark Munoz (13-3-0, +292)
Lyoto Machida is the All-Time #14 ranked Absolute fighter.
Mark Munoz is the All-Time #22 ranked Middleweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Lyoto Machida (2-1-0)
2013-08-03: L vs. [#2LHW] Phil Davis (12-1-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2013-02-23: W vs. [#9LHW] Dan Henderson (29-10-0) via SD (28-29, 29-28, 29-28)
2012-08-04: W vs. [#12LHW] Ryan Bader (15-4-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:32 of round 2

Last 3 Fights: Mark Munoz (2-1-0)
2013-07-06: W vs. [#16MW] Tim Boetsch (17-6-0) via UD (30-26, 29-28, 30-27)
2012-07-11: L vs. [#1MW/#2DD/#5P4P] Chris Weidman (10-0-0) via KO (Elbow and Punches) in 1:37 of round 2
2011-11-05: W vs. [#40MW] Chris Leben (22-10-0) via TKO (Corner Stoppage) in 5:00 of round 2

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Lyoto Machida 84, Mark Munoz 112
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Lightweight (155)
[#24] Melvin Guillard (31-13-2, -151) vs. [#29] Ross Pearson (15-6-0, +126)

Last 3 Fights: Melvin Guillard (1-2-0)
2013-07-27: W vs. [#80LW] Mac Danzig (21-11-1) via KO (Punches) in 2:47 of round 2
2012-12-29: L vs. [#33LW] Jamie Varner (21-8-1) via SD (30-27, 27-30, 30-27)
2012-08-11: L vs. [#15LW] Donald Cerrone (20-6-0) via KO (Head Kick and Punch) in 1:16 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Ross Pearson (2-1-0)
2013-04-06: W vs. [#142LW] Ryan Couture (6-3-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:45 of round 2
2012-12-15: W vs. [#160LW] George Sotiropoulos (14-6-0) via TKO (Punches) in 0:41 of round 3
2012-06-22: L vs. [#4FW] Cub Swanson (20-5-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:14 of round 2

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Melvin Guillard 91, Ross Pearson 203
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 1 win(s) against common opposition.
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Light Heavyweight (205)
[#21] Ryan Jimmo (18-2-0, +168) vs. [#24] Jimi Manuwa (13-0-0, -203)

Last 3 Fights: Ryan Jimmo (2-1-0)
2013-06-15: W vs. [#43LHW] Igor Pokrajac (25-10-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2013-02-16: L vs. [#20LHW] James Te Huna (16-6-0) via UD (29-27, 29-28, 29-28)
2012-07-21: W vs. [#25LHW] Anthony Perosh (14-7-0) via KO (Punch) in 0:07 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Jimi Manuwa (3-0-0)
2013-02-16: W vs. [#40LHW] Cyrille Diabate (19-9-1) via TKO (Retirement) in 5:00 of round 1
2012-09-29: W vs. [*] Kyle Kingsbury (11-5-0) via TKO (Doctor Stoppage) in 5:00 of round 2
2011-12-10: W vs. [#57LHW] Antony Rea (26-14-0) via TKO (Retirement) in 5:00 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Ryan Jimmo 133, Jimi Manuwa 252
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Fight Matrix Program: UFC 166 (10-14-2013)

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Jason

Heavyweight Championship (265)
[#1/#2DD/#4P4P] Cain Velasquez (12-1-0, -206) vs. [#2/#9DD] Junior dos Santos (16-2-0, +167)
Cain Velasquez is the All-Time #5 ranked Heavyweight and #25 ranked Absolute fighter.
Junior dos Santos is the All-Time #4 ranked Heavyweight and #23 ranked Absolute fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Cain Velasquez (3-0-0)
2013-05-25: W vs. [#4HW+] Antonio Silva (18-5-0) via TKO (Punches) in 1:21 of round 1
2012-12-29: W vs. [#2HW+/#9DD] Junior dos Santos (16-2-0) via UD (50-45, 50-44, 50-43)
2012-05-26: W vs. [#4HW+] Antonio Silva (18-5-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:36 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Junior dos Santos (2-1-0)
2013-05-25: W vs. [#9HW+] Mark Hunt (9-8-0) via KO (Spinning Hook Kick) in 4:18 of round 3
2012-12-29: L vs. [#1HW+/#2DD/#4P4P] Cain Velasquez (12-1-0) via UD (50-45, 50-44, 50-43)
2012-05-26: W vs. [#10HW+] Frank Mir (16-8-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:04 of round 2

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Cain Velasquez 147, Junior dos Santos 147
Previous Match-up Record: Even: 1-1-0
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Heavyweight (265)
[#3] Daniel Cormier (12-0-0, -576) vs. [#13] Roy Nelson (19-8-0, +415)
Daniel Cormier is the All-Time #19 ranked Heavyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Daniel Cormier (3-0-0)
2013-04-20: W vs. [#10HW+] Frank Mir (16-8-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2013-01-12: W vs. [#141LHW] Dion Staring (28-10-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:02 of round 2
2012-05-19: W vs. [#7HW+] Josh Barnett (33-6-0) via UD (49-46, 50-45, 50-45)

Last 3 Fights: Roy Nelson (2-1-0)
2013-06-15: L vs. [#11HW+] Stipe Miocic (10-1-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2013-04-27: W vs. [#24HW+] Cheick Kongo (19-8-2) via KO (Punches) in 2:03 of round 1
2012-12-15: W vs. [#37HW+] Matt Mitrione (6-3-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:58 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Daniel Cormier 182, Roy Nelson 126
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Daniel Cormier leads 2-0
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Lightweight (155)
[#3] Gilbert Melendez (21-3-0, -744) vs. [#10] Diego Sanchez (24-5-0, +492)
Gilbert Melendez is the All-Time #5 ranked Lightweight and #17 ranked Absolute fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Gilbert Melendez (2-1-0)
2013-04-20: L vs. [#2LW/#10DD] Ben Henderson (19-3-0) via SD (48-47, 48-47, 47-48)
2012-05-19: W vs. [#8LW] Josh Thomson (20-5-0) via SD (48-47, 47-48, 48-47)
2011-12-17: W vs. [#15LW] Jorge Masvidal (25-7-0) via UD (49-46, 50-45, 50-45)

Last 3 Fights: Diego Sanchez (2-1-0)
2013-03-03: W vs. [#29LW] Takanori Gomi (34-9-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2012-02-15: L vs. [#7WW] Jake Ellenberger (29-7-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2011-03-03: W vs. [#14WW] Martin Kampmann (20-7-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Gilbert Melendez 182, Diego Sanchez 230
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 1 win(s) against common opposition.
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UFC FN 29: Fight Matrix Program (10-09-2013)

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Jason

Welterweight (170)
[#5] Demian Maia (18-4-0, -282) vs. [#9] Jake Shields (28-6-1, +227)
Jake Shields is the All-Time #4 ranked Welterweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Demian Maia (3-0-0)
2013-02-02: W vs. [#24WW] Jon Fitch (24-6-1) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2012-10-13: W vs. [#28WW] Rick Story (15-7-0) via Submission (Neck Crank) in 2:30 of round 1
2012-07-07: W vs. [#15WW] Dong Hyun Kim (17-2-1) via TKO (Rib Injury) in 0:47 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Jake Shields (2-0-0, 1 NC)
2013-06-15: W vs. [#16WW] Tyron Woodley (11-2-0) via SD (27-30, 29-28, 29-28)
2012-08-11: NC vs. [#40MW] Ed Herman (21-9-0) via NC (Overturned by Commission) in 5:00 of round 3
2012-02-26: W vs. [*] Yoshihiro Akiyama (13-5-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Demian Maia 249, Jake Shields 116
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Welterweight (170)
[#15] Dong Hyun Kim (17-2-1, +210) vs. [#26] Erick Silva (15-3-0, -260)

Last 3 Fights: Dong Hyun Kim (2-1-0)
2013-03-03: W vs. [#27WW] Siyar Bahadurzada (21-5-1) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2012-11-10: W vs. [#56WW] Paulo Thiago (15-5-0) via UD (30-26, 30-27, 30-27)
2012-07-07: L vs. [#5WW] Demian Maia (18-4-0) via TKO (Rib Injury) in 0:47 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Erick Silva (2-1-0)
2013-06-08: W vs. [#33WW] Jason High (17-4-0) via Submission (Reverse Triangle Armbar) in 1:11 of round 1
2012-10-13: L vs. [#24WW] Jon Fitch (24-6-1) via UD (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
2012-06-08: W vs. [#63LW] Charlie Brenneman (18-5-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:33 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Dong Hyun Kim 220, Erick Silva 123
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Light Heavyweight (205)
[#19] Thiago Silva (15-3-0, -364) vs. [#22] Matt Hamill (11-4-0, +290)

Last 3 Fights: Thiago Silva (1-1-0, 1 NC)
2013-06-08: W vs. [#31LHW] Rafael Cavalcante (11-4-0) via KO (Punches) in 4:29 of round 1
2012-11-10: NC vs. [#103MW] Stanislav Nedkov (12-1-0) via Submission (Arm Triangle Choke) in 1:45 of round 3
2012-04-14: L vs. [#6LHW] Alexander Gustafsson (15-2-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Matt Hamill (1-2-0)
2012-09-22: W vs. [#65LHW] Roger Hollett (13-5-0) via UD (30-27, 29-28, 30-27)
2011-08-06: L vs. [#6LHW] Alexander Gustafsson (15-2-0) via TKO (Punches and Elbows) in 3:41 of round 2
2011-05-28: L vs. [#14LHW] Quinton Jackson (32-11-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Thiago Silva 123, Matt Hamill 382
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 1 win(s) against common opposition.
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Fight Matrix Program: UFC 165 (09-21-2013)

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Jason

Light Heavyweight Championship (205)
[#1/#5DD/#2P4P] Jon Jones (18-1-0, -1014) vs. [#6] Alexander Gustafsson (15-1-0, +622)
Jon Jones is the All-Time #5 ranked Light Heavyweight and #15 ranked Absolute fighter.
Alexander Gustafsson is the All-Time #20 ranked Light Heavyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Jon Jones (3-0-0)
2013-04-27: W vs. [#8LHW] Chael Sonnen (28-13-1) via TKO (Elbows and Punches) in 4:33 of round 1
2012-09-22: W vs. [#3MW] Vitor Belfort (23-10-0) via Submission (Keylock) in 0:54 of round 4
2012-04-21: W vs. [#4LHW] Rashad Evans (23-3-1) via UD (50-45, 49-46, 49-46)

Last 3 Fights: Alexander Gustafsson (3-0-0)
2012-12-08: W vs. [#10LHW] Mauricio Rua (21-8-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-26)
2012-04-14: W vs. [#19LHW] Thiago Silva (15-3-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
2011-12-30: W vs. [#30LHW] Vladimir Matyushenko (27-7-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:13 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Jon Jones 147, Alexander Gustafsson 287
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Alexander Gustafsson leads 3-2
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Bantamweight Championship (135)
[#1/#8P4P] Renan Barao (30-1-0, -717) vs. [#8] Eddie Wineland (20-8-1, +491)
Renan Barao is the All-Time #6 ranked Bantamweight fighter.
Eddie Wineland is the All-Time #9 ranked Bantamweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Renan Barao (3-0-0)
2013-02-16: W vs. [#5BW] Michael McDonald (16-2-0) via Submission (Arm Triangle Choke) in 3:57 of round 4
2012-07-21: W vs. [#2BW] Urijah Faber (29-6-0) via UD (50-45, 49-46, 49-46)
2012-02-04: W vs. [#36BW] Scott Jorgensen (14-7-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Last 3 Fights: Eddie Wineland (2-1-0)
2012-12-29: W vs. [#21BW] Brad Pickett (23-8-0) via SD (30-27, 28-29, 30-27)
2012-06-08: W vs. [#36BW] Scott Jorgensen (14-7-0) via KO (Punches) in 4:10 of round 2
2011-08-14: L vs. [#2FLY/#8DD] Joseph Benavidez (19-3-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Renan Barao 217, Eddie Wineland 266
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Renan Barao leads 3-2
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Heavyweight (265)
[#21] Brendan Schaub (9-3-0, +107) vs. [#32] Matt Mitrione (6-2-0, -116)

Last 3 Fights: Brendan Schaub (1-2-0)
2013-02-23: W vs. [#42HW+] Lavar Johnson (17-7-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2012-04-21: L vs. [#20HW+] Ben Rothwell (33-9-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:10 of round 1
2011-08-27: L vs. [#12HW+] Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (34-8-1) via KO (Punches) in 3:09 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Matt Mitrione (1-2-0)
2013-04-06: W vs. [#87HW+] Philip De Fries (9-3-0) via KO (Punches) in 0:19 of round 1
2012-12-15: L vs. [#13HW+] Roy Nelson (19-8-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:58 of round 1
2011-10-29: L vs. [#23HW+] Cheick Kongo (18-8-2) via UD (30-27, 29-27, 29-28)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Brendan Schaub 210, Matt Mitrione 168
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Fight Matrix Program: UFC 164 (08-30-2013)

Posted on August 30, 2013 by Jason

Lightweight Championship (155)
[#1/#6DD] Ben Henderson (19-2-0, -113) vs. [#5] Anthony Pettis (16-2-0, +110)
Ben Henderson is the All-Time #4 ranked Lightweight and #24 ranked Absolute fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Ben Henderson (3-0-0)
2013-04-20: W vs. [#2LW] Gilbert Melendez (21-3-0) via SD (48-47, 48-47, 47-48)
2012-12-08: W vs. [#13LW] Nate Diaz (16-9-0) via UD (50-45, 50-45, 50-43)
2012-08-11: W vs. [#2FW] Frankie Edgar (16-4-1) via SD (46-49, 48-47, 48-47)

Last 3 Fights: Anthony Pettis (3-0-0)
2013-01-26: W vs. [#16LW] Donald Cerrone (20-6-0) via KO (Kick to the Body) in 2:35 of round 1
2012-02-26: W vs. [#33LW] Joe Lauzon (22-9-0) via KO (Head Kick and Punches) in 1:21 of round 1
2011-10-08: W vs. [#21FW] Jeremy Stephens (21-9-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Ben Henderson 133, Anthony Pettis 217
Previous Match-up Record: Anthony Pettis leads 1-0-0
Wins Against Common Opposition: Ben Henderson leads 4-2
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Heavyweight (265)
[#7] Frank Mir (16-7-0, +158) vs. [#10] Josh Barnett (32-6-0, -169)
Frank Mir is the All-Time #8 ranked Heavyweight fighter.
Josh Barnett is the All-Time #3 ranked Heavyweight and #22 ranked Absolute fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Frank Mir (1-2-0)
2013-04-20: L vs. [#3HW+] Daniel Cormier (12-0-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2012-05-26: L vs. [#2HW+/#10DD] Junior dos Santos (16-2-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:04 of round 2
2011-12-10: W vs. [#12HW+] Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (34-8-1) via Technical Submission (Kimura) in 3:38 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Josh Barnett (2-1-0)
2013-01-12: W vs. [#57HW+] Nandor Guelmino (11-4-1) via Submission (Arm Triangle Choke) in 2:11 of round 1
2012-05-19: L vs. [#3HW+] Daniel Cormier (12-0-0) via UD (49-46, 50-45, 50-45)
2011-09-10: W vs. [*] Sergei Kharitonov (20-6-0) via Submission (Arm Triangle Choke) in 4:28 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Frank Mir 133, Josh Barnett 231
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Frank Mir leads 3-1
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Featherweight (145)
[#5] Clay Guida (30-13-0, +400) vs. [#6] Chad Mendes (14-1-0, -440)
Chad Mendes is the All-Time #8 ranked Featherweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Clay Guida (1-2-0)
2013-01-26: W vs. [#17FW] Hatsu Hioki (26-7-2) via SD (30-27, 28-29, 29-28)
2012-06-22: L vs. [#11LW] Gray Maynard (11-2-1) via SD (48-47, 47-48, 48-47)
2011-11-12: L vs. [#1LW/#6DD] Ben Henderson (19-2-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)

Last 3 Fights: Chad Mendes (3-0-0)
2013-04-20: W vs. [#9FW] Darren Elkins (17-3-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:08 of round 1
2012-12-15: W vs. [#64BW] Yaotzin Meza (20-8-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:55 of round 1
2012-07-07: W vs. [#73FW] Cody McKenzie (14-3-0) via KO (Punch to the Body) in 0:31 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Clay Guida 217, Chad Mendes 133
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Recommended YouTube Viewing: “In the Car – UFC Fight Night 27: Main Card Breakdown”

Posted on August 27, 2013 by Jason

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Fight Matrix Program: UFC Night 27 (08-28-2013)

Posted on August 26, 2013 by Jason

Welterweight (170)
[#7] Carlos Condit (28-7-0, -240) vs. [#8] Martin Kampmann (20-6-0, +216)
Carlos Condit is the All-Time #7 ranked Welterweight fighter.
Martin Kampmann is the All-Time #15 ranked Welterweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Carlos Condit (1-2-0)
2013-03-16: L vs. [#2WW] Johny Hendricks (15-1-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2012-11-17: L vs. [#1WW/#4DD] Georges St. Pierre (24-2-0) via UD (50-45, 50-45, 49-46)
2012-02-04: W vs. [#11WW] Nick Diaz (26-9-0) via UD (48-47, 49-46, 49-46)

Last 3 Fights: Martin Kampmann (2-1-0)
2012-11-17: L vs. [#2WW] Johny Hendricks (15-1-0) via KO (Punch) in 0:46 of round 1
2012-06-01: W vs. [#5WW] Jake Ellenberger (29-7-0) via TKO (Knee) in 1:40 of round 2
2012-03-03: W vs. [*] Thiago Alves (19-9-0) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 4:12 of round 3

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Carlos Condit 165, Martin Kampmann 284
Previous Match-up Record: Martin Kampmann leads 1-0-0
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 1 win(s) against common opposition.
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Lightweight (155)
[#8] Rafael dos Anjos (19-6-0, +148) vs. [#14] Donald Cerrone (20-5-0, -161)

Last 3 Fights: Rafael dos Anjos (3-0-0)
2013-05-18: W vs. [#23LW] Evan Dunham (14-4-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2012-11-17: W vs. [#31LW] Mark Bocek (11-5-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2012-07-11: W vs. [#57LW] Anthony Njokuani (15-7-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Donald Cerrone (2-1-0)
2013-05-25: W vs. [#89LW] K.J. Noons (11-7-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-26)
2013-01-26: L vs. [#5LW] Anthony Pettis (16-2-0) via KO (Kick to the Body) in 2:35 of round 1
2012-08-11: W vs. [#20LW] Melvin Guillard (31-13-2) via KO (Head Kick and Punch) in 1:16 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Rafael dos Anjos 102, Donald Cerrone 95
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Donald Cerrone leads 2-1
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Welterweight (170)
[#65] Brian Melancon (7-2-0, +190) vs. [#202MW] Kelvin Gastelum (6-0-0, -212)

Last 3 Fights: Brian Melancon (2-1-0)
2013-07-06: W vs. [#80WW] Seth Baczynski (18-10-0) via KO (Punches) in 4:59 of round 1
2011-09-23: W vs. [*] Felipe Portela (7-1-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
2011-06-18: L vs. [#34LW] Isaac Vallie-Flagg (14-3-1) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Kelvin Gastelum (3-0-0)
2013-04-13: W vs. [#214MW] Uriah Hall (7-4-0) via SD (28-29, 29-28, 29-28)
2012-07-20: W vs. [NA] Mike Ashford (3-5-0) via TKO (Punches) in 1:57 of round 1
2012-07-07: W vs. [#627LHW] Bill Smallwood (2-4-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 0:55 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Brian Melancon 53, Kelvin Gastelum 137
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Fight Matrix Program: UFC Fight Night 26 (08-17-2013)

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Jason

Light Heavyweight (205)
[#8] Mauricio Rua (21-7-0, +120) vs. [#15] Chael Sonnen (27-13-1, -125)
Mauricio Rua is the All-Time #6 ranked Light Heavyweight and #18 ranked Absolute fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Mauricio Rua (1-2-0)
2012-12-08: L vs. [#6LHW] Alexander Gustafsson (15-1-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-26)
2012-08-04: W vs. [#36LHW] Brandon Vera (12-6-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:09 of round 4
2011-11-19: L vs. [#5LHW] Dan Henderson (29-10-0) via UD (48-47, 48-47, 48-47)

Last 3 Fights: Chael Sonnen (1-2-0)
2013-04-27: L vs. [#1LHW/#4DD] Jon Jones (18-1-0) via TKO (Elbows and Punches) in 4:33 of round 1
2012-07-07: L vs. [#2MW/#8DD] Anderson Silva (33-5-0) via TKO (Knee to the Body and Punches) in 1:55 of round 2
2012-01-28: W vs. [#8MW] Michael Bisping (24-5-0) via UD (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Mauricio Rua 252, Chael Sonnen 112
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Mauricio Rua leads 2-0
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Heavyweight (265)
[#6] Alistair Overeem (36-12-0, -200) vs. [#11] Travis Browne (14-1-1, +190)
Alistair Overeem is the All-Time #13 ranked Heavyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Alistair Overeem (2-1-0)
2013-02-02: L vs. [#4HW+] Antonio Silva (18-5-0) via KO (Punches) in 0:25 of round 3
2011-12-30: W vs. [*] Brock Lesnar (5-3-0) via TKO (Kick to the Body and Punches) in 2:26 of round 1
2011-06-18: W vs. [#5HW+] Fabricio Werdum (17-5-1) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Travis Browne (2-1-0)
2013-04-13: W vs. [#18HW+] Gabriel Gonzaga (15-7-0) via KO (Elbows) in 1:11 of round 1
2012-10-05: L vs. [#4HW+] Antonio Silva (18-5-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:27 of round 1
2012-04-21: W vs. [#137LHW] Chad Griggs (11-3-0) via Submission (Arm Triangle Choke) in 2:29 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Alistair Overeem 196, Travis Browne 126
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 1 win(s) against common opposition.
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Bantamweight (135)
[#2] Urijah Faber (28-6-0, -244) vs. [#10] Iuri Alcantara (28-4-0, +230)
Urijah Faber is the All-Time #6 ranked Bantamweight and #10 ranked Absolute fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Urijah Faber (2-1-0)
2013-04-13: W vs. [#31BW] Scott Jorgensen (14-7-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:16 of round 4
2013-02-23: W vs. [#62BW] Ivan Menjivar (25-10-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:34 of round 1
2012-07-21: L vs. [#1BW] Renan Barao (30-1-0) via UD (50-45, 49-46, 49-46)

Last 3 Fights: Iuri Alcantara (1-1-0, 1 NC)
2013-05-18: W vs. [#33FLY] Iliarde Santos (27-8-1) via KO (Punches) in 2:31 of round 1
2013-01-19: NC vs. [#19FLY] Pedro Nobre (15-1-2) via NC (Accidental Foul) in 2:11 of round 1
2012-06-23: L vs. [#28FW] Hacran Dias (21-2-1) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Urijah Faber 126, Iuri Alcantara 91
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Fight Matrix Program: World Series of Fighting 4 (08-10-2013)

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Jason

Light Heavyweight (205)
[#46] Angel DeAnda (11-2-0, +926) vs. [#315] Tyrone Spong (1-0-0, -1200)

Last 3 Fights: Angel DeAnda (3-0-0)
2012-11-15: W vs. [#62LHW] Anthony Ruiz (30-18-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:39 of round 3
2012-09-07: W vs. [#402LHW] Drew Montgomery (12-6-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:30 of round 1
2012-04-21: W vs. [*] Kawika Morton (4-4-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:04 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Tyrone Spong (1-0-0)
2012-11-03: W vs. [#517HW+] Travis Bartlett (5-4-0) via KO (Punch) in 3:15 of round 1

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Angel DeAnda 268, Tyrone Spong 280
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Lightweight (155)
[#47] Tyson Griffin (16-6-0, -265) vs. [#116] Gesias Cavalcante (17-7-1, +235)
Gesias Cavalcante is the All-Time #16 ranked Lightweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Tyson Griffin (2-1-0)
2012-11-02: W vs. [#93LW] Efrain Escudero (19-7-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)
2011-10-29: L vs. [#45FW] Bart Palaszewski (36-17-0) via KO (Punches) in 2:45 of round 1
2011-06-26: W vs. [#17FW] Manny Gamburyan (12-7-0) via MD (29-28, 29-28, 29-29)

Last 3 Fights: Gesias Cavalcante (1-2-0)
2013-03-23: L vs. [#18LW] Justin Gaethje (9-0-0) via TKO (Doctor Stoppage) in 2:27 of round 1
2012-11-03: W vs. [#407LW] T.J. OBrien (18-7-0) via Submission (Heel Hook) in 1:03 of round 1
2012-06-30: L vs. [#57LW] Luis Palomino (21-8-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:41 of round 3

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Tyson Griffin 281, Gesias Cavalcante 140
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Gesias Cavalcante leads 1-0
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Heavyweight (265)
[#52] Dave Huckaba (20-5-0, +225) vs. [*] Ray Sefo (2-1-0, -253)

Last 3 Fights: Dave Huckaba (3-0-0)
2013-01-18: W vs. [#526HW+] Carter Williams (4-5-0) via TKO (Punches) in 0:00 of round 2
2012-10-20: W vs. [#122HW+] Carl Seumanutafa (8-4-0) via KO (Punch) in 4:35 of round 1
2012-05-26: W vs. [#327HW+] Rob Jackson (5-5-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:30 of round 2

Last 3 Fights: Ray Sefo (2-1-0)
2011-02-12: L vs. [#206HW+] Valentijn Overeem (30-29-0) via Submission (Neck Crank) in 1:37 of round 1
2009-09-25: W vs. [*] Kevin Jordan (11-9-0) via Submission (Knee Injury) in 0:24 of round 2
2005-07-06: W vs. [*] Min Soo Kim (3-7-0) via KO (Head Kick) in 0:30 of round 2

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Dave Huckaba 204, Ray Sefo 910
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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