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UFC 92 “The Ultimate” In-Depth Event Preview
Forrest Griffin vs. Rashad Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Frank Mir
C.B. Dollaway vs. Mike Massenzio
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson vs. Wanderlei Silva
Cheick Kongo vs. Mustapha Al-Turk
Rampage Expected at UFC 91?
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson is expected to make his return at UFC 91. After going through some medical problems in recent months and being arrested for hit-and-run Rampage should step back into the ring against long time rival Wanderlei Silva this November, headlining UFC 91.
During the days of PRIDE Rampage and Silva had taken to the ring twice. In both fights the “Axe Murderer” defeated Jackson. In the UFC Wanderlei Silva recently defeated Keith Jardine to put an end to his 3 fight losing streak.
The fight between the two would be a great one for viewers to watch. They have their history and Rampage will be wanting to climb back up the LHW ladder to reclaim his title after recently losing his UFC light-heavyweight championship to The Ultimate Fighter 1 winner Forrest Griffin.
The only thing which could prevent this fight from happening is Rampage’s current court cases. After losing his title reports were flooding the Internet that he had been arrested for hit-and-run. After being bailed from jail by UFC President Dana White Rampage found himself heading to a hospital for observation less than 24 hours later. Jackson is currently awaiting his trial for felony evading, hit-and-run and reckless driving. Thats not all though one woman has since suffered a miscarriage after her vehicle was hit by Rampage’s.
Jackson has returned to the gym to begin training with a new trainer after he and Juanito Ibarra split. Juanito Ibarra did say before Jackson’s fight with Rampage that he would retire if Rampage lost.
Rampage Picked up by Police Again
According to TMZ Quinton “Rampage” Jackson has been picked up by police again. Friends of “Rampage” were said to have waved down police at around 4:30PM because they were worried by his behaviour.
TMZ say that the police took him to a nearby hospital for obsevation. NBC sports later reported that Jackson is under medical observation but is being charged with no crime.
Irvine Police department:
“We did go out to the residence where he was staying at 4:31 p.m. PT (on Wednesday in the city of Irvine, Calif.). We were asked to assist with him and make sure that he was safe and not a danger to himself or others. He was exhibiting some unusual behavior that his friends that were there felt concerned…. At the conclusion of our contact, we did detain him and take him to be seen by mental health professionals. We left him with the mental health professionals.”
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson has been picked up by police again.
Sources say around 4:30 PM yesterday, friends who were hanging out with Rampage, waved down an Irvine police car after they were worried about his behavior. This, of course, following the insane chase the day before in which the UFC fighter hit several cars in his monster truck and was arrested at gunpoint.
We’re told Irvine cops saw Rampage, deemed him a danger to himself and others, and took him to a hospital for observation. Rampage was very coopertive with police.
Cops won’t officially confirm if it’s a psychiatric hold.
Rampage’s Court Date Set
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson will be entering the court room on August 15th for his trial. For those of you that never seen my post yesterday about Rampage getting arrested click the link << Good news is that Toyo Tires won’t be dropping their sponsorship deal with Rampage.. phew!
Rampage is now out of the jail cell in California as his $25,000 bail was posted for him. Hopefully theres no more wreckless driving to come or some poor guy will lose that money…
Rampage Went On A Rampage
The latest news surrounding former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson is the fact that he was arrested earlier in the day. It is turning out to be a bad few weeks for the former champion. First he gets his ass kicked and has been told he might not be able to fight till 2009 (UFC 86: Medical Suspensions). Second… well, he has been arrested.
At around 1:30 (Pacific) in Newport Beach, California Jackson was arrested on suspicion of hit-and-run and reckless driving. Law enforcement said that Jackson was involved in a crash and fled the scene. Upon fleeing they started chasing, he was said to have gone through multiple red lights weaving in and out of traffic in his custom Quinton Jackson truck. When the police caught up to him his front tire had been blown out more than likely from the weaving.
Anyway the point you have been waiting for… Quinton Jackson was charged with felony hit and run and felony evading arrest. There could even be more charges against Rampage. It has been reported that Dana White has flown to Orange County California to post the $25,000 bail for Rampage.
For some images of this cool situation… check out TMZ.com (Cops Say Jackson Went On Rampage)
UFC 86: Jackson Vs. Griffin Weigh-in Results
Today was the day for fighters to weigh-in for tomorrows big event at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas Nevada.
Fortunately for everyone taking part they all made weight and all fights are going ahead as planned. Makes a change after seeing some recent major fighters going down because of weight (Gina Carano, Nick Diaz)
Here are the official results:
205 lbs.: Quinton “Rampage” Jackson (205) vs. Forrest Griffin (205)
185 lbs.: Patrick Cote (185) vs. Ricardo Almeida (185)
155 lbs.: Joe Stevenson (155) vs. Gleison Tibau (156)
170 lbs.: Josh Koscheck (170) vs. Chris Lytle (170)
155 lbs.: Tyson Griffin (155) vs. Marcus Aurelio (155)
265 lbs.: Gabriel Gonzaga (249) vs. Justin McCully (236)
155 lbs.: Cole Miller (155) vs. Jorge Gurgel (155)
155 lbs.: Melvin Guillard (155) vs. Dennis Siver (155)
155 lbs.: Corey Hill (155) vs. Justin Buchholz (155)
**Fighters can weigh one pound over limit in a none title fight**
We will be here all tomorrow following the event for those not watching on PPV be sure to come back and check out our live results page. All the post fight analysis will also be online this Sunday!
Ultimate Fighter: Season Finale
Here it is. The season finale of The Ultimate Fighter 7. The night started with Mathew Riddle taking on Dante Rivera.
The first round was pretty even between the two fighters. Towards the end of the second round Riddle ended up getting mount and could of got some good punches in. Instead he went for an armbar and Rivera escaped. Riddle once again tried an armbar while having Rivera in his guard. It was not successful and a 3rd round had to happen. Matt Riddle dominated the third round but couldn’t get a finish. The fight went to the score cards. Two of the judges scored the fight 30-27 and then obviously in his true style Cecil comes in with a 29-28. Matt Riddle won the fight.
Spencer Fisher Vs. Jeremy Stephens was the second fight of the night. Fisher seemed to have control of the fight in the first two rounds. In the third Jeremy got a guillotine but Fisher held on. All 3 judges scored the fight 29-28 for Spencer Fisher.
Amih Sadollah went up against CB Dollaway for th Ultimate Fighter Season 7 title. I wanted Amih to win this fight because I cant stand the cockyness of CB. Fortunately Amir did win the fight with an armbar in the first round. Just like the semi final. CB claimed he didn’t tap but I personally think he did. Amir Sadollah was awarded the title of Ultimate Fighter.
Evan Tanner got back in the octagon tonight to fight Kendall Grove. Kendall owned all of the fight with some flying knees, crazy upkicks and huge uppercuts. Evan Tanner showed he has amazing heart though by staying in there and making the fight go to decision. Kendall Grove won by split decision.
Ultimate Fighter Recap
How about a nice game of horse to start the show? It happened and Rampage got OWNED! He did manage to get his team paid though due to his nice 3 pointer skills. Griffin’s dunk silenced Rampage in the end though.
Jesse Taylor ended up getting wasted and pissed his pants for national TV before getting in the hot tub where he tried to drown himself.
Both Jesse and Tim successfully weighed in for their fight. In the first round Jesse ended up getting in there and taking Tim down which was unexpected. Tim did pretty good controlling him on the ground though taking a few punches to the head. Tim tried a few triangles and armbars from his back but they all ended in a short ground and pound from Jesse.
The second round started the same as the first. Jesse in Tim’s guard. Tim managed to turn the tides though getting mount on Jesse for a short time before going back to having him in guard.
The third round was a repeat of the first two. Controlled by Jesse all the way through with Tim making a few advances.
Jesse Taylor moves onto the finals at the Palms in Las Vegas. Next week we find out his opponent.
The Ultimate Fighter 7: Quarter Finals
The first fight of the night sees Tim Credeur taking on the undefeated Daniel Cramer. Cramer has an 8 year age advantage over Creduer. The majority of this fight was on the ground. It was a really good fight though. Tim Creduer won in the first round by heel hook.
Second fight of the night is Cale Yarbrough vs CB Dollaway. CB was controlling the fight all the way through and had his back for a significant amount of time. During his time with back control CB got the referee to stop the fight due to strikes.
Time to pick the semifinals. Jesse Taylor vs. Tim Credeur and Amir Sadollah vs CB Dollaway
Totally unrelated but Detroit Red Wings won the NHL’s Stanley Cup! Detroit 3 - 2 Pittsburgh
Ultimate Fighter 7: Quater Finals Recap
So the quarter finals are upon us now. Jesse Taylor took on Dante Rivera in the first fight, Jesse just took Dante down and held him there giving him a few good punches. Dante kept trying submissions but Team Forrest was all over what was happening and kept preventing it. Jesse Taylor won the fight via unanimous decision.
Amir Sadollah took on his friend in the house Matt Brown. The first round was mostly standing which Amir owned surprisingly. Matt tried a few take downs but epically failed on them. Matt came back towards the later half of the fight getting a few good punches to Amir’s head and delivering some good knees to Amir. The last 30 seconds belongs to Amir though. I would of given Amir that round. He put in a good effort!
Amir got guard midway through the round and Matt looked extremely tired but was still trying his best to get back up. Amir was delivering the elbows to his face while he had him down. Matt got out but Amir immediately got him in the triangle making him tap and winning the fight. It was a very good fight from both guys.
Be sure to watch next week C.B takes on Cale. Tim also takes on Dan and the semi-final fights will be announced.