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The Rear Naked Column 11.19.09: Naturally Declining
(11.19.2009)
In the main event of UFC 105, Randy Couture made a successful return to the light heavyweight division when he edged out Brandon Vera in a close unanimous decision victory. Despite the win, Couture’s performance has come under heavy fire. Is The Natural finally showing his true age? Can his body hold up when fighting the top tier of the light heavyweight division? 411’s Samer Kadi discusses the future of UFC hall of famer in this week’s edition of “The Rear Naked Column”. |
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The Rear Naked Column 11.12.09: The Future of Strikeforce
(11.12.2009)
In the promotion’s biggest show to date, Strikeforce turned in a great night of fights that saw Fedor Emelianenko, Jake Shields, Gegard Mousasi and Fabricio Werdum all reign supreme. In this week’s edition of The Rear Naked Column, 411’s Samer Kadi looks back at “Strikeforce: Fedor Vs Rogers” and examines the future of the fighters involved. |
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The Rear Naked Column 11.04.09: A Fedor in the Cap
(11.04.2009)
On Saturday November 7th, Fedor Emelianenko steps inside the cage as the overwhelming favorite when he takes on undefeated heavyweight Bret Rogers. Join 411’s Samer Kadi as he breaks down the potential repercussions of the bout as well as its effect on Fedor’s career, his legacy, and his status as the world’s top heavyweight. |
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The Rear Naked Column 10.28.09: UFC 104 Review
(10.28.2009)
In a night marred by controversy, Lyoto Machida retained his light heavyweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Mauricio “Shogun” Rua. Elsewhere, Cain Velasquez’ dominating performance was somewhat tainted by a bad stoppage, and Anthony Johnson’s victory meant very little due to his weight issues. All this and more in this week’s edition of “The Rear Naked Column”, as 411’s Samer Kadi looks back at UFC 104. |
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The Rear Naked Column 10.28.09: UFC 104 Review
(10.27.2009)
In a night marred by controversy, Lyoto Machida retained his light heavyweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Mauricio “Shogun” Rua. Elsewhere, Cain Velasquez’ dominating performance was somewhat tainted by a bad stoppage, and Anthony Johnson’s victory meant very little due to his weight issues. All this and more in this week’s edition of “The Rear Naked Column”, as 411’s Samer Kadi looks back at UFC 104. |
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The Rear Naked Column 10.21.09: Enter The Dragon
(10.21.2009)
UFC light heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida steps inside the Octagon this Saturday for his first title defense as he takes on top contender Mauricio “Shogun” Rua. Machida’s popularity has seemingly skyrocketed since his destruction of Rashad Evans back in May. But is The Dragon one of the UFC’s biggest draws? |
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The Rear Naked Column 10.14.09: Can Shogun Fulfill His Destiny?
(10.14.2009)
In ten days, Mauricio “Shogun” Rua enters the Octagon for the biggest fight of his career as he faces Lyoto “The Dragon” Machida for the UFC light heavyweight title. Can Shogun overcome the odds and capture the title, or will Machida be too much? |
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The Rear Naked Column 10.07.09: Kimbo’s UFC run
(10.06.2009)
Kimbo Slice will be making his official UFC debut on the TUF 10 season finale in December. A victory would ensure Kimbo at least two more fights with the company. Join 411’s Samer Kadi as he takes a look at Slice's potential opponents in his UFC run as he bids for Mixed Martial Arts credibility. |
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The Rear Naked Column 10.02.09: Fallen Heroes (Part 2)
(10.02.2009)
Widely considered the two greatest light heavyweights of all time, Chuck Liddell and Wanderlei Silva have both experienced a big fall from grace in the past couple of years. Both fighters have lost four of their last five fights, and questions have emerged as to whether the pair still has a place among the world’s elite. Join 411’s Samer Kadi as he breaks down the future of two of the sport’s all time greats. |
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The Rear Naked Column 09.23.09: Fallen Heroes (Part 1)
(09.23.2009)
Four of the sport’s biggest legends have continued their fall from grace in 2009, with Chuck Liddell, Wanderlei Silva, Randy Couture and Mirko Cro Cop all suffering yet another defeat. With younger, faster, hungrier fighters continuously bursting on to the scene, do they have a place in the Octagon still? Join 411’s Samer Kadi as he breaks down the future of these all time greats in the first of this two part series. |
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The Rear Naked Column 09.16.09: Determining the Contenders (Part 2)
(09.16.2009)
After looking through the potential match ups to determine the number 1 contenders in the middleweight and welterweight divisions last week, “The Rear Naked Column” continues its two part quest to establish the top contenders in each weight class. Join 411’s Samer Kadi as he takes on the heavyweight, light heavyweight and lightweight divisions. |
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The Rear Naked Column 09.09.09: Determining the Contenders (Part 1)
(09.09.2009)
With Anderson Silva and Georges St. Pierre on the shelf with injuries, the UFC needs to establish number 1 contenders in both the middleweight and welterweight divisions. Dan Henderson’s reluctance to fight Marquardt and Mike Swick’s injury further added to the mess. 411’s Samer Kadi looks at the potential match ups to determine the contenders for the Spider and GSP’s thrones in this week’s edition of “The Rear Naked Column”. |
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The Rear Naked Column 09.02.09: Epic Encounter
(09.02.2009)
UFC 102 has come and gone and it provided us with one of the greatest main events in the history of The Ultimate Fighting Championship as Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira defeated Randy Couture in an absolute classic. Join 411’s Samer Kadi as he looks back at the epic bout, in this week’s edition of “The Rear Naked Column”. |
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The Rear Naked Column 08.26.09: Battle of the Icons (Part 2)
(08.26.2009)
As UFC 102 approaches, “The Rear Naked Column” continues its preview of this weekend’s main event, featuring two of the greatest of all time when Randy Couture takes on Minotauro Nogueira. Join 411’s Samer Kadi as he breaks down the fight with an in depth look at each fighter’s strengths, weaknesses, strategies and keys to victory. |
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The Rear Naked Column 08.19.09: Battle of the Icons (Part 1)
(08.19.2009)
On the 29th of August 2009, two of the sport’s all time greats will lock horns as Randy “The Natural” Couture takes on Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira. From Nogueira’s epic battles with Bob Sapp and Heath Herring to Randy’s stunning upsets of Vitor Belfort and Chuck Liddell, the two have been responsible for some of the greatest moments in Mixed Martial Arts history. Join 411’s Samer Kadi as he looks back at some of the most memorable moments involving the two legends as “The Rear Naked Column” starts a two part preview of UFC 102's battle of the icons. |
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The Rear Naked Column 08.12.09: The Pound for Pound King
(08.12.2009)
Anderson Silva’s stunning victory over Forrest Griffin at UFC 101 solidified his image in many people’s eyes as the sport’s undisputed pound for pound king. In this week’s edition of “The Rear Naked Column”, Samer Kadi discusses The Spider’s latest breathtaking performance, his legacy and his status as the best fighter in the world. |
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The Rear Naked Column 07.22.09: Invincible Champions? (Part 2)
(07.22.2009)
After examining the state of the UFC heavyweight and welterweight divisions last week, “The Rear Naked Column” returns with a look at Lyoto Machida and Anderson Silva as well as their potential challengers down the road. Join 411’s Samer Kadi as he views the list of contenders who might pose a threat to both champions’ invincibility and the chances of a future title change in their respective divisions. |
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The Rear Naked Column 07.16.09: Invincible Champions? (Part 1)
(07.16.2009)
Brock Lesnar and GSP’s dominating victories at UFC 100 left many wondering whether anyone in their respective divisions can beat them. Incidentally, the same question has been asked regarding Anderson Silva, BJ Penn and the recently crowned light heavyweight champion of the world, Lyoto Machida. This week, we examine the state of each UFC division, taking a closer look at the champions and the potential challengers as well as the chances of a possible title switch in the near future! |
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The Rear Naked Column 07.08.09: The Money Is In the Rematch
(07.08.2009)
UFC 100 is coming up this weekend and it’s arguably the biggest event in MMA history. Headlining the show is one of the biggest rematches in UFC history as Brock Lesnar and Frank Mir lock horns once again. Who will come out victorious and walk away the UFC undisputed heavyweight champion? Join 411’s Samer Kadi as he breaks down this Saturday’s main event. |
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The Rear Naked Column 07.01.09: One Hundred and Counting (Part 1)
(07.01.2009)
One of the biggest shows in MMA history is right around the corner as the UFC hits its century mark in numbered events. In this week’s edition of The Rear Naked Column, 411’s Samer Kadi lists the most significant events in UFC history and their effects on the world’s #1 MMA promotion in the first of a two part series. |
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