Rashad Evans is Ready to Crack Rampage
“My mom’s on Rampage’s side. She’s cheering for Rampage. She’s always saying, ‘Ruuh-shawd, be nice to Rampage! He’s so funny!’ I’m like, ‘Ma, who cares if he’s funny?’ It didn’t bother me at first. It was kind of funny until I saw the last two episodes and then I got mad. I found myself getting hot and livid again because I was just thinking, ‘Man. I want to fight this dude so bad.’ I think that when we get a chance to fight, we’re still going to be upset and ready to get it on. That animosity is still going to be there, because we just don’t like each other. I could see him walk into a room and I start getting ready to throw down. The hair raises on the back of my neck because I know he’s going to say something. I just want to crack him.”
Yesterday Quinton “Rampage” Jackson announced that he would be coming back to the UFC to finish up his contract before moving onto movies. It seems obvious that one of his remaining fights will be against Rashad Evans who Rampage was supposed to fight before he left to film the A-Team remake.
Although the fight wont be taking place until sometime in 2010 Evans is wasting no time in promoting it. I myself can’t wait to see these two great light heavyweights throw-down sometime in the near future.
Rampage Jackson Returning to the UFC
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson made the announcement earlier today on his official website that he will be making his return to the octagon.
Now, I wanted to let my fans know that I’m going to come back to the UFC & finish my contract. Not because the haters are talking [expletive] about me being scared of Rashad or [Darrill Schoonover] or anybody else. I’m coming back for my fans & to shut Rashad’s mouth up & shut Dana’s mouth up. Then after that I’m going back to doing movies & I might do a boxing match once a year just to stay in shape. Hate on dis!
Rampage Jackson was a coach on this seasons Ultimate Fighter alongside Rashad Evans. The two were supposed to put on the gloves and step into the cage themselves on December 12th but Rampage decided that he would prefer a career in the movies. This obviously did not go down well with UFC President Dana White who has been losing fighters to injuries and sickness quite frequently as of late.
Rampage was still under contract when he decided to “leave” the UFC earlier in the year which probably contributed to him coming back.
Quinton Jackson Sued for Death of Fetus During 2008 Crash
“Rampage” Jackson celebrating his 31st birthday at Body English via Combat Lifestyle
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, former UFC light heavyweight champion is being sued by a victim of his 2008 run-in with the law.
In July of 2008 Quinton Jackson lost his UFC light heavyweight championship via unanimous decision to Forrest Griffin. Just over a week after losing the title reports were hitting the net that the former champion had been arrested on reckless driving and hit-and-run charges stemming from lack of sleep. Jackson will not be sentenced for the crimes he plead guilty to until January 2010 in the mean time he must complete 200 hours of community service.
TMZ.com broke the news on Rampage being sued earlier today:
“Holli Griggs filed a lawsuit against Rampage in Orange County, California — claiming he repeatedly rammed into her car ’so he could escape and flee the scene (hit and run).’ Griggs says ‘the impact of her abdomen with the steering wheel caused her amniotic fluid membranes (bag of waters) to rupture, ultimately resulting in the stillbirth of her baby.’”
If forced to pay up the former champion may find himself more than $25,000 out of pocket.
Rampage Freestylin’
Quinton Jackson and Rashad Evans Smack Talk Video UFC 96
Quinton Jackson and Rashad Evans Smack Talk Video UFC 96
UFC 96 Event Recap and My Thoughts On A Few Things
UFC 96 Event Recap
The undercard for UFC 96 did not lack in finishes. Only one bout went to the decision and that was Jason Brilz vs. Tim Boetsch. Brilz ended up winning that fight via unanimous decision.
Brandon Vera has himself back to winning ways after defeating Mike Patt via TKO in round 2.
One thing that should be pointed out is that according to Joe Rogan himself “Aaron Riley got robbed.” Apparently the local referee was too quick in stopping the bout. Here is Rogan’s Tweet
Onto the main card… First fight of the night Gray Maynard vs. Jim Miller. A fairly good fight apart from the odd few moments where there would be no action and the crowd would boo. Maynard was controlling the last few moments of the fight on the ground and with a minute left began to unload a few punches. With around 30 seconds left the fight went back to standing. The bout went to a decision where. All 3 judges scored the bout 30-27. This bout put an end to the 8 fight win streak Miller had achieved over the past couple of years. Overall it was a good fight from both fighters.
Matt Hamill knocked Mark Munoz clean out. What a kick. I didn’t think Hamill had it in him still. Good show though by him in front of his home-town crowd. I don’t think it can be topped for KO of the night bonus.
After the Hamill fight Mir made an appearance to talk about his surgery and the reasons for moving the fight. For those that don’t know, the fight has been moved to UFC 100. Rashad Evans then came on to tell fans his first title defense will be at UFC 98.
Matt Brown scored the win over Pete Sell (T)KO 1:32 in the first round. During the post fight interview Brown showed great respect for Sell.
Carwin remains undefeated after knocking Gonzaga out. Gonzaga looked to have the fight in the bag in the opening seconds with a right hand that staggered Carwin. Things would change though. Carwin regained himself got back to the feet and knocked Gonzaga out. It was a quick fight with a quick turnaround. Carwin is now 11-0 in MMA and will be moving on to some of the big named heavyweight fighters in the UFC now.
Best sign ever prior to the intros’, “Dean of Mean will be creamed.” I thought for sure that Buffer’s voice was going to go out during the introduction of Rampage. Jardine did the Greg Jackson nipple tweak and the fight got underway. I like how Jardine fights but every now and again he looks like an old man fending off a Chihuahua. Midway through the second round Rampage knocked Jardine down. The fight didn’t stop though, Jardine survived the onslaught. At the end of the second round the fight turned into a brawl as Jardine gained some distance throwing multiple combos. Jardine became extremely hurt towards the end of the fight but continued to throw. Rampage knocked Jardine down 5 seconds from the end but it wasn’t enough to finish him off. Rampage took the bout via unanimous decision.
After the fight there was a stare down/smack talk session between Rampage and Rashad. Only a couple of months to go before that fight now, can’t wait.
I thought this event was amazing considering I didn’t really want to pay for a lackluster card. It was in the end well worth the money. I wish every event was like UFC 96. Someone please grant my wish!!!
UFC 96 Weigh-in Results
The weigh-ins for UFC 96 took place last night and the event will go ahead as scheduled tonight from the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. All the fighters in the event met the designated weight for their fights. Be sure to keep checking back here at MMA-Live.com for the up-to-date results.
Quinton Jackson (205) vs. Keith Jardine (204)
Shane Carwin (259.5) vs. Gabriel Gonzaga (257.5)
Pete Sell (170) vs. Matt Brown (170.5)
Matt Hamill (205) vs. Mark Munoz (204.5)
Jim Miller (154.5) vs. Gray Maynard (155)
Ryan Madigan (169) vs. Tamdan McCrory (170)
Kendall Grove (185) vs. Jason Day (184.5)
Tim Boetsch (205) vs. Jason Brilz (204)
Brandon Vera (205) vs. Mike Patt (204.5)
Aaron Riley (155) vs. Shane Nelson (155)
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson Video Interview
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson Video Interview
A Victorious Rampage – UFC 2009: Undisputed
UFC 96: Poster
UFC 96 will be taking place March 7th in Colombus, Ohio. The main event fight will be the deciding factor for who gets a shot at the new Light-Heavyweight Champion, Rashad Evans. If Rampage wins he will have a chance to regain what was once his. If he loses the undefeated Machida will get his shot at the undefeated champion. Above is the poster for UFC 96. I think it looks great.