Popular topics this week in the Sherdog forums include a look back at
the best fights of all time, a look forward to the best fights
still to come this year and an observation of some of the
unfortunate nicknames in mixed martial arts.
While 2011 is drawing to a close, there are still some great fights yet to come before the New Year is upon us. From Cain Velasquez defending his UFC heavyweight title against Junior dos Santos on Nov. 12 to the mega fight between Dan Henderson and Mauricio “Shogun” Rua a week later, there are some blockbuster fights still to be had.
This thread asks for the Top 10 fights you are looking forward to
before year’s end:
10 Fights for 2011
In the history of mixed martial arts, there have been many epic fights. Here, fans list their favorite battles. What is yours?:
Favorite MMA Fight of All-Time
Fighters are often labeled as “meatheads,” but in many cases, it is a misperception. In fact, there are many extremely intelligent men and women who make their living as fighters. This thread lists some of the most intelligent fighters in MMA. Do you have anyone to add?:
MMA’s Most Intelligent Fighter
The fact that Quinton Jackson is referred to simply as “Rampage” or that Mirko Filipovic goes by “Cro Cop” are signs of well-given nicknames. Unfortunately, mixed martial arts also has its fair share of awful monikers. Here is a tally of some of the worst the sport has to offer:
Worst Nicknames in the Game
One of Nick Diaz’s signature traits is his “mean mug.” However, he is not the only fighter to partake in such pre-fight posturing. Fighter’s like Carlos Condit, Diego Sanchez and Nick’s younger brother, Nate Diaz, also like to display a vivid game face. Who has best mean mug? You can share your thoughts right here:
Best Mean Mugger
Follow Luca Fury on Twitter.
While 2011 is drawing to a close, there are still some great fights yet to come before the New Year is upon us. From Cain Velasquez defending his UFC heavyweight title against Junior dos Santos on Nov. 12 to the mega fight between Dan Henderson and Mauricio “Shogun” Rua a week later, there are some blockbuster fights still to be had.
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10 Fights for 2011
In the history of mixed martial arts, there have been many epic fights. Here, fans list their favorite battles. What is yours?:
Favorite MMA Fight of All-Time
Fighters are often labeled as “meatheads,” but in many cases, it is a misperception. In fact, there are many extremely intelligent men and women who make their living as fighters. This thread lists some of the most intelligent fighters in MMA. Do you have anyone to add?:
MMA’s Most Intelligent Fighter
The fact that Quinton Jackson is referred to simply as “Rampage” or that Mirko Filipovic goes by “Cro Cop” are signs of well-given nicknames. Unfortunately, mixed martial arts also has its fair share of awful monikers. Here is a tally of some of the worst the sport has to offer:
Worst Nicknames in the Game
One of Nick Diaz’s signature traits is his “mean mug.” However, he is not the only fighter to partake in such pre-fight posturing. Fighter’s like Carlos Condit, Diego Sanchez and Nick’s younger brother, Nate Diaz, also like to display a vivid game face. Who has best mean mug? You can share your thoughts right here:
Best Mean Mugger
Follow Luca Fury on Twitter.
