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Professional Wrestler Discusses Legendary Career

Posted on | March 18, 2011 | No Comments

(Largo, FL) – Legendary Professional Wrestler Fidel Sierra and Fantasy recently sat down to discuss his 30 plus years as a pro wrestler on “The Rose Pro Wrestling Report” with Shannon Rose.

 

The episode is now live at 1Wrestling.com’s YouTube channel
http://www.youtube.com/user/1WrestlingVideo#p/a/u/1/RdoyPr7Pu6I

 

Sierra’s wrestling career has taken him through some of the top wrestling corporations including: the Pacific Northwest, Florida, NWA, WCW, and Puerto Rico, by popular demand of his fans as well as the famed WWE.

 

Sierra reminisces about his matches with Carlos Colon, Invader, and other brawls that made his name feared throughout professional wrestling.

 

In this sit down interview you will see the life of Fidel Sierra and Fantasy as he takes you on a behind the scenes tour of his home. You’ll also learn what they are doing outside of wrestling, as Sierra and Fantasy own a popular hot spot in Largo, Florida called “Crazy Dave’s Sports Bar”.

 

You will see Fidel Sierra and Fantasy in a whole new light as he talks about his private life and incidents back stage that have never been told before.

 

For more information about “The Rose Pro Wrestling Report” visit http://imshannonrose.com

 

For more information about Fidel Sierra visit http://cubanworldwide.com or http://crazydavessportsbar.com

 

For up-to-the-minute wrestling news visit http://1wrestling.com

 

MMA LINKS (3-18-11)

Posted on | March 18, 2011 | No Comments

UFC continues push to legalize MMA in NYC
USA Today
By Dave Skretta, AP Sports Writer NEW YORK — The UFC is returning to New Jersey this weekend, which means officials for the mixed martial arts promotion have been spending most of their time in New York City. Makes perfect sense when you think about 
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Business as usual for Strikeforce after Zuffa purchase
USA Today
By Sergio Non, USA TODAY Any doubts about the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s dominance of mixed martial arts ended this week. By Isaac Brekken, Getty Images The UFC’s Dana White, seen here Feb. 15 in Las Vegas, has clashed with some 
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USA Today
Faber makes UFC debut with eye on bantamweight belt
Sacramento Bee
Faber’s unique facial feature helps get him recognized by mixed martial arts fans. It also gets him razzed by his Team Alpha Male compatriots, who call it his “butt chin.” Faber has gone so far as to include a picture of himself as a newborn on his 
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Ricardo Almeida enjoys fighting close to home
MyCentralJersey.com
The Ricardo Almeida Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Hamilton may be a 30-mile drive west on Interstate 195, but Almeida’s fingerprints can be seen all over the Jersey Shore mixed martial artsscene. He is the jiu-jitsu instructor for Toms River’s 
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Legislature approves mixed martial arts
Beckley Register-Herald
By Mannix Porterfield Register-Herald Reporter CHARLESTON — Coming soon to a neighborhood near you, a fully sanctioned, mixed martial arts event. Perhaps even an unsanctioned one in a schoolyard, if the fears of some legislative critics prove true. 
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Vancouver mixed martial arts fighter Dave Feser accused of domestic violence
The Province
By Andy Ivens, The Province March 17, 2011 A prominent member of Vancouver’s mixed martial arts community is facing charges of assault with a weapon in a case of alleged domestic violence and 10 other firearms charges. David Joseph Feser, 45, 
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‘Shogun’ Rua confronts tall obstacle in Jon Jones
USA Today
Rua was 23 when he won a 16-man tournament in 2005 for Pride Fighting Championships, the largest mixed martial arts promotion at the time. His 19-4 record since 2002 includes victories against several of his major contemporaries, including two
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USA Today
MMA main event in limbo
BCLocalNews
By Greg Sakaki – Nanaimo News Bulletin The Battlefield Fight League mixed martial arts event next Saturday (March 26) at Frank Crane Arena took a hit as its top attraction is injured. Denis Kang got hurt on Wednesday training for his scheduled main 
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UFC 128 Fight Card: Just How High Is Brendan Schaub’s Ceiling in the UFC?
Bleacher Report
A professional mixed martial arts record of 7-1, 3-1 in the UFC with six knockouts. This is Brendan Schaub’s current ultimate fighting resume. This Saturday, Brendan Schaub will go toe-to-toe with his toughest challenge to date as he faces the lethal 
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Bleacher Report
Nate Marquardt Reloads for Dan Miller, With Bisping, Title Run in Distance
MMAFighting.com
NEWARK, NJ — Nate Marquardt has always gone about his mixed martial arts career with a quiet class. He’s never been one to trash-talk his opponent, and admits that about “95 percent of the time,” he’s liked the man standing across the cage from him on 
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Blogs
Head case: Dana White hoping fighter safety can help lift MMA ban 
By Jesse Holland
The evils of mixed martial arts have long been unveiled as nothing more than ignorance and misinformation, but unfortunately you can’t teach old dogs like state Assemblyman Bob Reilly new tricks. Still, UFC President Dana White is 
MMA Mania – http://www.mmamania.com/


Manumission Skin Care for Men Signs Mixed Martial Arts Fighter 
Manumission Skin Care for Men announced today it has signed mixed martial arts fighter Anthony “The Assassin” Njokuani to a sponsorship agreement for UFC 128 on March 19th at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. – PR11382244.
United States – Latest News – http://www.prlog.org/us/

 

Vinny O’Brien returns to the ring April 9

Posted on | March 18, 2011 | No Comments

Following his stellar performance in his professional debut, winning by TKO, welterweight prospect Vinny “The Lion” O’Brien will be returning to the ring April 9 as part of the undercard for the Tomasz Adamek and Kevin McBride heavyweight fight at the Prudential Center.

Tickets have recently been made available for the fight and due to the rising popularity of the top prospect, it is likely that they will sell out fast.

 

“Two weeks ago I went out and did everything Lou and I trained for,” said O’Brien.  “It felt great to win by TKO and give the fans a good show. Now it back to business and I have my focus on the April 9 fight.”

O’Brien is quickly becoming a fan favorite to New Jersey boxing fans.  In his debut he put on a performance that was reminiscent of a young Arturo Gatti.  O’Brien was relentless with his attack and wore down his opponent punch by punch until the fight was ended.

Having garnered much attention on both a national and local level leading up to his professional debut, O’Brien delivered to his fans and erased any questions marks skeptics may have had on his level of skill.

 

“I felt like I went out there in my debut and showed all the doubters that I am the real deal, and showed all my supporters what they have been believing in,” said O’Brien.  “I am excited to get back into the ring April 9, and I want to stay busy and keep winning so the whole world becomes familiar with the name Vinny O’Brien.”

 

O’Brien trains under the watchful eye of former heavyweight knockout artist Lou Esa at Final Round Boxing in Whippany and works relentlessly to achieve his goal of becoming world champion in the near future.

 

“Boxing is my life, both in and out of the ring,” said O’Brien.  “I want to bring class back to the sport, and I want boxing fans to look at the sport the way they did years ago.  I know that boxing will always be a major part of my life.”

Vinny “The Lion” O’Brien is quickly becoming a household name and potentially may be the most exciting up-and-coming fighter boxing has seen in years.  Don’t miss the opportunity to watch NJ’s welterweight prospect go to battle April 9 at the Prudential Center.

To purchase tickets contact Lou Esa at 973-885-7962.  For more information on Vinny visit www.thelionobrien.com.


 

Miura’s Career Change Going Well for Him… Not So Well for His Opponents

Posted on | March 17, 2011 | No Comments

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Miura’s Career Change Going Well for Him

Not So Well for His Opponents

 

Sometimes life throws you for a loop. Sometimes it judo throws you for a loop.

 

Popular Tokyo, Japan, native Hiromitsu Miura was a world-class judo specialist and 9-6 as an MMA fighter, he even challenged for the WEC World welterweight championship, when he realized his true calling was as a professional boxer.

 

As part of his martial arts training at the Teiken Gym in Japan, Miura says he started to learn boxing to improve his stand-up skills, but quickly found a passion for the sweet science.

 

He is now an undefeated (5-0, 3 KOs) light heavyweight and hasn’t been in a cage since.

 

29-year-old Miura will make his next appearance on the undercard of the March 25 ESPN2 Friday Night Fights broadcast from The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Through a translator, Miura answered some questions during a break in training.

 

How have you and your family been affected by the tragic events that recently occurred in Japan?

 

No one in my immediate family was affected. However, my brother is in Sendai City as part of a rescue squad, helping with the aftermath of the disastrous events. I really want to give 100% and more in my next fight in Las Vegas for my people back home.

 

Are you going to stay just a boxer or are you returning to MMA?

 

No. I will stay as boxer and focus only on that.

 

Which sport is more difficult to train for?

 

Boxing is much more difficult because it is deeper and requires more technique throughout the sport.

 

Are you more nervous before a boxing fight or an MMA fight?

 

Both are the same. Every time I go in the ring or octagon, I give 100% to the fight.

 

How have the fans in Japan responded to your career change?

 

All of my fans who supported me as an MMA fighter now support me as a boxer.

 

How far do you want to go in boxing?

 

I will go to the top and become a World Champion.

 

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Martin’s brains match his brawn

Posted on | March 17, 2011 | No Comments

Well-educated challenger has eyes on Lima’s belt

By MFC Staff

One might not expect a heavy-handed brawler with a penchant for going toe-to-toe with his opponents to actually outthink an upcoming foe.

But if there was ever a prime example of this uncanny ability, it just may very well belong to Terry Martin, making him an even more “Dangerous” threat to current MFC welterweight champ Douglas “The Phenom” Lima.

Martin (21-8) will challenge Lima (17-4) for the belt at MFC 29: Conquer taking place on Friday, April 8 at The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor. The co-main event, which will put a stamp on the live televised card on HDNet Fights, pits Martin’s power-punching against Lima’s stylish jiu-jitsu. Martin, though, has a unique twist to his game planning.

The Chicago native happens to be one of the most-educated fighters in all of mixed martial arts, and fittingly, it is an impressive background in psychology.

“I guess I’m really starting to use this big ol’ head now,” laughed Martin. “I’m starting to put my knowledge to good use.”

With a Bachelor’s degree in science from Northern Illinois University already in his back pocket, Martin went on to earn to a Master’s degree and is now pursuing his PHD in psychology at Concordia University in Oak Park, Illinois. Yet for all his book smarts and being a likely victor in a battle of wits with any opponent, it’s a pure fighter’s approach that Martin brings to the ring.

“There’s a whole lot of stuff I can take from school and use in a fight, and it does help me at the start when it comes to putting everything together, but I think like a fighter,” explained Martin, whose most notable career wins have come against Chael Sonnen, Jorge Rivera and Ivan Salaverry.

“It’s hard to predict how things go in a fight. A lot of things can happen. I’ve gone at it with a lot of top people and I just go in there and do what I do.”

While accustomed to researching information for term papers and presenting his findings for a thesis, Martin hasn’t done any homework when it comes to what Lima will bring to their title fight. No late-night study sessions, no cramming at the last minute. Just take the test – pass or fail.

“I don’t want to seem cocky. I was told he’s tough but I don’t care to watch anything about him,” said the 30-year-old, who enters the showdown with Lima riding a three-fight winning streak.

“My training stays the same – very few modifications. I have my ‘Terry Martin’ style and I’ll be ready. My coaches will have studied him, but I’m not going to pay any attention to him at all.”

What did catch Martin’s attention, however, was a comment from Lima that the reigning champ was eager to face a well-regarded striker for the opportunity to showcase his own striking skills. Twelve of Martin’s 21 career wins have come by way of knockout, including his stoppage of Rivera in a bout that lasted all of 14 seconds.

“Maybe he’s just trying to build things up. Everyone can talk crazy till they get cracked,” Martin responded.

“He can talk all he wants … and then he’s going to get cracked and all that stuff he said becomes irrelevant.”

Tickets for MFC 29: Conquer are on sale now and available through www.caesarswindsor.com and www.ticketmaster.ca.

 

Fighting at Home a Rare Treat For Galvan

Posted on | March 17, 2011 | No Comments

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“Before a fight I have nothing to say to these younger guys I fight. But afterward, if they want to hear about my experiences, I’m fine with that. I’ll tell them what I’ve learned, no problem.”

 

galvanYou’d think he’d have taken “Road Warrior” for a nickname, given the path his boxing career has taken, but Hammond, Indiana, welterweight veteran Ruben “Modern Day Warrior”Galvan (27-15-4, 10 KOs) is happy with his ring name and everything else about his boxing career.

 

“I never expected to be where I’m at today. Am I world champ? No. But I feel like a champ. I’ve been a pro fighter for 15 years. I’m not the best boxer, but my chin has gotten me through. Even though I’m always on the road and always in the opposite corner, I’m grateful and I wouldn’t have it any other way. It’s made me who I am today. I love it.”

 

Galvan will fight at home and on the left side of the bout sheet for the first time since 2006 when he enters the ring against Ohio’s Gabriel Morris at the Hitz Boxing Fight Night event on Saturday, April 9, at his former place of work, the Horseshoe Casino in Hammond, Indiana.

 

Galvan was employed at the Horseshoe for years, serving as valet supervisor, security guard and security trainer.

 

“I feel great. It’s been a while since I fought here at home, so I’m excited about it. I’m more nervous about fighting at the Horseshoe Casino. I worked there for so long. Going back there to fight is exciting for me.”

 

Fearless and extremely durable, Galvan is that valuable commodity in boxing seldom praised for his importance to the sport. He is a brave warrior who will fight anyone in their hometown and, if the opponent is above a club level, usually lose well, even against the world’s best.

 

“I always put on a great show, no matter where I go,” he says proudly. “And even if they boo me before the fight, they all come up to me and shake my hand afterward and say ‘You’re so tough. You have so much heart.’ I wish the fans were the ones in charge of paying me! I show up to fight and entertain. It’s not the WWE, but I try to bring the crowd into it. I love it. I really do. I like to fight dirty and do things to get the crowd riled up. It gets in my opponent’s head too, sometimes.”

 

While Galvan says he knows little about Morris, he’s not very concerned. “There’s not a style I haven’t seen. All I care about is if he’s southpaw, I want to know. If he’s orthodox, there’s nothing I haven’t seen. I just adjust to it and do my thing.”

 

In his long career, Galvan has “done his thing” against a long list of up-and-coming contenders and world champions and incurred surprisingly little injury for his all-action style. “Zab Judah is probably the biggest name I’ve fought, but as far as the best fighter I have fought technically, I would have to go with (former world champions) Paul Spadafora or Jorge Paez as the two best. And through it all, all I’ve ever gotten was eight stitches and two broken hands. That’s the worst I’ve ever gotten hurt. I feel fine.”

 

Still, even the toughest men fighters know that eventually time will tick away until it’s time to hang them up. “It’s hard to say when I’ll quit. I wanted to retire a year or two ago, but my phone keeps ringing and the money is great. I don’t want to push it though. Maybe this year will be my last. It’s hard when someone calls you and offers you big money. It’s like what do you do? Especially something I love to do. The way the economy is right now, I’ll take it. But even when I’m done as a fighter, I’m going to stay in boxing as a trainer and coach till the day I die.”

 

The Satruday, April 9 Hitz Boxing Fight Night’s 10-round main event will feature Abdulai Amidu vs. Brandon “The Business” Baue for the WBC Continental Americas Junior Middleweight Belt.

 

Also scheduled to appear are: Abdulai Amidu’s brother Yakubu “Black Mamba” Amidu (19-2-1, 16 KOs); Chicago middleweight Mike Kurzeja (4-0, 4 KOs); Chicago super middleweight Ninos Abraham (5-0, 2 KOs); Chicago heavyweight Dave Latoria (7-0, 3 KOs); Chicago junior lightweight Paulie Settepani making his pro debut; and Chicago light welterweight Russell Fiore (4-0-1, 4 KOs) in separate bouts.

 

For more information, please visit: www.hitzboxing.com.

WHEN: Fight Night at Horseshoe Casino

Saturday, April 9, 2010

Action Starts at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.

Price: $10 – $90

 

TICKETS AVAILABLE AT TICKETMASTER AND AT:

www.thevenue-chicago.com

Must be 21 or older to attend shows. Must be 21 or older to gamble.

 

WHERE: THE VENUE AT HORSESHOE CASINO

777 Casino Center Dr., Hammond, IN, 46320

Horseshoe Box Office: 219-473-6060

 

ABOUT CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION

 

Caesars Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest casino entertainment company. Since its beginning in Reno, Nevada, more than 70 years ago, Caesars has grown through development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions, and now operates casinos on four continents. The company’s resorts operate primarily under the Harrah’s®, Caesars® and Horseshoe® brand names. Caesars also owns the World Series of Poker® and the London Clubs International family of casinos. Caesars Entertainment is focused on building loyalty and value with its guests through a unique combination of great service, excellent products, unsurpassed distribution, operational excellence and technology leadership. Caesars is committed to environmental sustainability and energy conservation and recognizes the importance of being a responsible steward of the environment. For more information, please visitwww.caesars.com.

 

ABOUT HORSESHOE CASINO

 

The all new $500 million Horseshoe Casino, a Caesars Entertainment Corporation, just 20 minutes from downtown Chicago is the premier entertainment and gambling destination in Chicagoland. Where legendary gaming lives on, Horseshoe boasts more than 350,000 square feet with over 3,000 slot machines, over 100 table games, one of the largest poker rooms in the Midwest, and more. The Venue at Horseshoe Casino is proud to offer the ultimate concert and entertainment destination and premier experience in a flexible space that can hold up to 3,300 guests. Dining elegance is not overlooked and guests can choose from a variety of dining options including; Jack Binion’s Steak House which overlooks Lake Michigan and recent winner of the 2009 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, around-the-globe variety at the Village Square Buffet, and a taste of Chicago at Benny’s Pub and Eatery.

 

For more information, please visit: www.chicagohorseshoe.com.

 

Must be 21 years or older to gamble or attend events at The Venue. Know When To Stop Before You Start® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-9WITH-IT © 2011 Caesars License Company, LLC.

 

 

VIDEO: SHO SPORTS New Brief from Montreal – Bute vs. Magee on Saturday, March 19 at 10pm on SHOWTIME

Posted on | March 17, 2011 | No Comments

Only two days remain until the SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING debut of Lucian Bute

SATURDAY, MARCH 19TH AT 10PM ET/PT

LUCIAN BUTE vs BRIAN MAGEE

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World Light Heavyweight Champion Beibut Shumenov Severs Ties With Goossen Tutor Promotions

Posted on | March 17, 2011 | No Comments

LAS VEGAS (March 17, 2011) – World Boxing Association/International Boxing Association Light Heavyweight Champion Beibut Shumenov filed a lawsuit today (Thursday, March 17, 2011) against Goossen Tutor Promotions. The lawsuit asks the Nevada court to confirm that a promotional agreement between Shumenov and Goossen Tutor is terminated.

 

Shumenov terminated his agreement with Goossen Tutor Promotions in January of this year.

 

Shumenov alleges that Goossen Tutor Promotions violated its duties under the contract in different ways. The lawsuit charges breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, fraud and deceptive trade practices and seeks a judicial confirmation that the agreement is terminated. Shumenov seeks unspecified damages, including punitive damages

 

Beibut is anxious to continue on his mission to unify the world light heavyweight titles and he will move forward through his promotion company, KZ Event Productions, Inc.

 

Shumenov (11-1, 7 KOs), the 2004 Kazakhstan Olympian, has been on an unprecedented, accelerated pace since his pro debut only three years ago, defeating two world champions in his first eight bouts, Montell Griffin and Byron Mitchell. A year ago, Shumenov established the mark for fewest pro fights needed to capture a major world light heavyweight title, defeating defending champion Gabriel Campillo by 12-round decision for the WBA crown in his 10th bout, breaking the record of 15 set by Jeff “Hit Man” Harding in 1989.

 

Shumenov was supposed to fight World Boxing Organization 175-pound titlist Juergen Braehmer in a Unification title fight January 8 in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, however, Braehmer unexpectedly pulled-out of the match the week of the fight claiming gastrointestinal problems.

 

Shumenov registered a victory by sixth-round knockout against Braehmer’s replacement, Joppy, who became the fourth world champion Beibut has defeated during his relative young pro career.

 

Shumenov owns and operates the Las Vegas-based KZ Event Productions along with his brother, Chingis.
For additional information about Shumenov go online to www.KZEventProductions.com.

 

-KZ-

 

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