When it comes to UFC Undisputed 2009, there’s only one question you have to ask yourself:  ”Do I like kicking people in the head?” If you answered yes, then you should probably take a look at this game.  Among other things, Undisputed is one of the best head-kicking simulators I’ve ever played.  3D fighting games will usually struggle to convey the brutality of what happens when one man hits another, but here every blow feels solid and devestating. Whether it’s a rising knee, an arching kick, or a fierce elbow to the face, you’ll feel the impact of every strike you give or take.  The impact of an uppercut will knock more teeth out than Frank Lester from TUF.


Undisputed’s success in mimicking the fighters versatility and is arguably its greatest strength. Whether you’re using one of the 80 something stars or an in-depth create a character, you’ll ultimately have to learn how to fight in several different stances and situations.  Some are experts in boxing, kickboxing, or Muay Thai.  Others are versed on grappling, wrestling, Judo and BJJ.  Most gamers will find the stand-up styles a little bit easier to pick up since their controls closely resemble most boxing games on the market.  Most moves will combo together pretty easily, but it requires smart timing and a range of tactics to slip past your opponent’s guard.


But above all else, the sheer joy of violence makes Undisputed so much fun. You might knock out your opponent in 30 seconds, or you may find yourself drawn into an epic five round struggle on the ground. You’re never really safe, and you don’t even have a stamina bar on the screen to let you know just how beaten up you are.  There’s a certain purity to the clutter free screen, allowing you to focus on more important things like the bruises, bleeding cuts, swelling eyes, and limping legs that make this game so realistic.  When you pin someone down and knock them out, you can carry on punching your unconscious opponent until the referee drags you away. It’s nasty and you’ll love it.  Undisputed is deeply engaging and in short, is as much a bruising powerhouse as Brock Lesnar.

Lyoto Machida delivered Saturday night for every fight fan that tuned in. The title fight for the Light Heavyweight Belt was everything we could have asked for. Rashad Evans and Lyoto both made weight, both appeared professional and both wanted to win very badly. But only one, Lyoto, was able to leave the Ocatgon with a major victory, the Championship belt and an undefeated record intact.


Lyoto Machida was considered to be unexciting and unable to finish opponents not three fights ago and now he’s the Champion of the World at 205lbs and Dana White couldn’t be happier.


Sure, he’s a little worried about the language barrier and those damn Lugz boots Lyoto insists on sporting but don’t think for a second the impact of Lyoto’s international appeal has slipped past Dana.


UFC 98 was a turning point for the 205lb division and a wake up call for those who fight within it that it’s time to speed up, gain precision, work on accuracy and prepare for Machida. Lyoto is not planning on losing anytime soon.


Rashad and Lyoto put on an excellent show that left little to the imagination and gave us a new definition for “snap knockout”.

May is going to end with a bang and June is going to begin with a heavy dose of punch punch kick. The events rounding out May are gnarly and hold records on them there cards.


We’re treated to UFC 98! Rashad versus Lyoto in a total undefeated showdown! Little Dragon takes on the Champion “Sugar”! It sounds wild!


Remember the sound of Rashad’s wife screaming after he toppled Chuck Liddell like so many playing cards. This fight will be good. Oh, and two Bellator events before the month closes. Anyone remember a certain spinning back fist?


Anyways, you’re not reading so don’t bother with these dates for mma sh*t:


May. 22 Bellator FC, Week 8


May 23 UFC 98: Evans vs. Machida (PPV)


May 26 DREAM.9 (HDNet)


May. 29 Bellator FC, Week 9


Jun. 6 Strikeforce: Lawler vs. Shields


Jun. 7 WEC 41: Brown vs. Faber II


Jun 13 UFC 99: Franklin vs. Silva (PPV)


Jul 11 UFC 100: Lesnar vs. Mir II (PPV)

I’m sure if you are a fan of fights, both in and out of the cage, you have at one time or another seen backyard brawl video’s online. With the recent popularity of MMA and all the hype the UFC has been receving over the last few years. It was only a matter of time till the backyard brawling and Ultimate Fighting would be linked together. That’s exactly what happened on a recent episode of Dr. Phil entitled, Dangerous Teenage Trends.


Mr. UFC himself Dana White graced the stage along with Forrest Griffin and Kenny Florian, or as Dr. Phil likes to call him Kenny Florini. They all came on the show to talk to two boy’s who garnered some popularity online after they posted a video of them going at it Fight Club style in a classroom.


I’m assuming the point for them coming on was to shy the kids away from a life of fighting, but It’s just seemed like the best they could come up with was “Just be careful“. On top of that Forrest added that he appreciated their spirit. I’m no psychologist but if I was an impressionable young lad aspiring to becoming a cage fighter and Forrest Griffin said he appreciated my spirit, I would probably go film another fight that same night. So it’s probably not exactly what Dr. Phil was expecting.


Oh and Dana White, I think the subject matter of the day just flew straight over his head because all he was really talking about was the comparison he makes between boxing and MMA. Here check it out for yourself.




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If you’re an MMA fan and this is Vegas, I’d bet the house that you watch The Ultimate Fighter on Spike TV. If you don’t, I don’t lose that bet because you’re obviously no MMA fan to begin with. For those of you following season 9 of TUF: US vs. UK, it’s pretty obvious that the US team acts like a bunch of babies without a tit to suck on. They’re lazy, immature, and have no clue what it means to be part of a TEAM and utilize TEAMWORK. Maybe that’s why the only thing the US team can win is a tennis match that coach Dan Henderson has to win for them. Maybe now they have some confidence to win a few MMA matches.


Since the first episode of the show, one fighter in particular has shown me what it doesn’t take to be a champion. Jason Pierce’s display this week, walking out of a training session and essentially calling out the legends that are there only by Gods good graces to train pathetic wannabees such as himself, was just insulting. Everyone in that house knows that to be the best it takes whatever it takes; whether you agree or not. As a former athlete myself, I understand that people approach their sport with a certain dedication and mentality if they are serious about they’re doing. It appears that Jason Pierce lacks all three qualities.


If the US team wants to get their crap together, they’re going to need to work together. Whether they like it or not, they live together, eat together, train together, and fight together. If they’re going to win, they’re going to have to win TOGETHER.

There’s some great fights coming up with the quickly approaching prime summer months to enjoy. The calendar is stacked for fight fans with Championships on the line and fights of a very high caliber happening throughout June, July and August. Rashad Evans vs. Lyoto Machida will be an interesting bout and a killer fight. Rashad has the edge in aggressive wrestling but Lyoto has shown power in the clinch. Who will leave undefeated? Rashad seems to be the more well-rounded and powerful fighter. Yet Lyoto did absolutely TKO Thiago Silva.


Fights are unpredictable. So predictably, tune in!


June 7th is gonna be a rather knock-out affair with people being put right to sleep.


Seriously, if you want a perfect old school grudge/hate match-up can you beat Hughes vs. Serra?


I’m more excited to see Matt Hughes and Matt Serra touch gloves then most of the other fights.
Somebody said, “Look to see a Hughes TKO win midway through the first round.”
Hughes has a career that is rivaled by few, with riveting wins over stellar opponents while Serra is yet again making a career defining comeback fight attempt.


Hughes is a solid UFC Legend. That’s just facts and figures. Matt Serra…He needs to win.