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Demian Maia vs Nate Marquardt UFC 102 fight set for Aug. 29

 

 

Middleweight standouts, Nate Marquardt (28-8-2) and Brazilian jiu-jitsu ace Demian Maia (10-0), are set to collide at UFC 102 from The Rose Garden in Portland, Oregon, on August 29, according to Maia’s official site.

 

Marquardt is coming off a big win over Wilson Gouveia (12-5) at UFC 95, finishing the bout in the third round via technical knockout with a thrilling combination that looked like it had been lifted from a video game.

 

It was impressive to say the least.

 

Before that he demolished Martin Kampmann, beating him at his own game (the stand up) and forcing the Dane to rethink his career at 185 pounds and make the drop to welterweight.

 

Maia has been impressive in his own right as of late, too.

 

He has remained undefeated throughout his professional mixed martial arts career, winning five straight bouts inside the Octagon and earning four “submission of the night” bonuses during that span. His list of victims includes submission victories over the likes of Chael Sonnen (21-10-1), Nate Quarry (11-3) and Jason McDonald (21-12), among others.

 

It’s safe to say Marquardt will do best to avoid going to the ground if possible against Maia.

 

With a win here both fighters would have a good case to argue for a title shot against 185-pound kingpin Anderson Silva (24-4). However, they may have to get in line and wait behind the winner of Dan Henderson (24-7) vs. Michal Bisping (18-1) — the two coaches from The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) are set to square off at UFC 100 on July 11.

 

UFC 102 is expected to feature a main event between Randy “The Natural” Couture locking horns with Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira in a dream match-up that most fans expected to see before Brock Lesnar and Frank Mir played spoiler roles in the opening round of the mini heavyweight tournament created in late 2008 to crown an undisputed division champion.

 

Also slated for the main card is perennial light heavyweight contender Keith Jardine (14-5-1) who has been tapped to replace Forrest Griffin in a 205-pound slugfest against hard-hitting Brazilian import Thiago Silva (13-1).

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UFC 102: Keith Jardine to replace Forrest Griffin against Thiago Silva on August 29

 

Perennial light heavyweight contender Keith Jardine (14-5-1) has been tapped to replace Forrest Griffin in a 205-pound slugfest against hard-hitting Brazilian import Thiago Silva (13-1) at UFC 102 from The Rose Garden in Portland, Oregon, on August 29, MMAmania.com has learned.

 

Griffin and Silva were originally set to hook ‘em up at UFC 101 in Philadelphia on August 8 — until the bat phone rang in Joe Silva’s office and demanded that Anderson Silva redeem himself for consecutive stand-and-bland performances at UFC 90 and 97.

 

Thiago was temporarily left without a date for the prom, but the UFC made good on their swap by pitting him against the “Dean of Mean,” as well as a few extra weeks to prepare for his new foe.

 

Despite dropping a close unanimous decision to former light heavyweight champ Quinton Jackson at UFC 96, the Greg Jackson-disciple has done his share to be atop the 205-pound ladder, putting together a solid record of (6-4) during his time in the Octagon. His resume is highlighted with wins over some of the top names in the sport such as Forrest Griffin, Chuck Liddell, Brandon Vera and others.

 

His next appearance at UFC 102 will continue his (mis?)fortune of drawing dangerous opponents.

 

Silva has made a habit of demolishing his challengers. Before getting stopped at UFC 94 “St. Pierre vs. Penn 2″ by uber-enigma Lyoto Machida on January 31, Silva had finished 12 of his 13 fights, including 10 (T)KO’s.

 

Scary stuff.

 

Silva brings the fierce Chute Boxe aggression into his fights (even though he is now no longer with the camp). He has an explosive mix of punches and kicks, which can often leave him open to counter strikes.

 

However, Silva has proven that he can take punishment and dish out more … just ask Tomasz Drwal, Houston Alexander and Antonio Mendes.

 

UFC 102 is expected to feature a main event between Randy “The Natural” Couture as he locks horns with Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira in a dream match-up that most fans expected to see at UFC 98 on May 23 before Brock Lesnar and Frank Mir played spoiler roles in the opening round of the mini heavyweight tournament created in late 2008 to crown an undisputed division champion.

 

Jardine, Silva, Couture and Nogueira. UFC 102 is beginning to shape up quite nicely — and we’re still four months away.

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May nakapanood ba dito ng Ultimate Strikers, which was held in MOA last April 26? One of my trainers, Manny "Cobra", was a participant. TIA.

 

I WAS THERE! Manny "Cobra"? Dunno... hindi ko kasi natapos eh! Anu gym sya? But I was impressed with the fighters who came from Davao! Think all of them won! Takenote sponsored sila ni Mayor Duterte thats why they were able to flew in to Manila just to fight! And they all won! Galing! :thumbsupsmiley:

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I WAS THERE! Manny "Cobra"? Dunno... hindi ko kasi natapos eh! Anu gym sya? But I was impressed with the fighters who came from Davao! Think all of them won! Takenote sponsored sila ni Mayor Duterte thats why they were able to flew in to Manila just to fight! And they all won! Galing! :thumbsupsmiley:

 

Manny "Cobra" Silvano. Sa Power Punch gym sya nagtuturo.

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Manny "Cobra" Silvano. Sa Power Punch gym sya nagtuturo.

 

Hindi ko nakita... maybe I missed Him! I left nung last two fights na eh.

 

Sir baka nga Davo Death Squad training Team yun! Hehe... Muay Thai rin ila but I saw something on their jacket na "Soh Bak Do" ata yun?! Di ko sure! Hehe... :hypocritesmiley:

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Hindi ko nakita... maybe I missed Him! I left nung last two fights na eh.

 

Sir baka nga Davo Death Squad training Team yun! Hehe... Muay Thai rin ila but I saw something on their jacket na "Soh Bak Do" ata yun?! Di ko sure! Hehe... :hypocritesmiley:

 

pre, sa saturday na laban. tumuloy na rin ako kahit sobrang tight ng sked ko, bawi na lang sa hangin and technique. goodluck na lang.

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