LowKick.com http://www.lowkick.com is an online MMA community. Fresh daily updates and highlights about MMA, from every place in the world en-ca lowkickcom@gmail.com,anton@10rank.com Copyright 2010 Jones: Winning the title is my dream, and beating Brandon Vera is a part of it http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Jones-Winning-the-title-is-my-dream-and-beating-Brandon-Vera-is-a-part-of-it-6982 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Jones-Winning-the-title-is-my-dream-and-beating-Brandon-Vera-is-a-part-of-it-6982 Fast-rising UFC Superstar Jon "Bones" Jones stated in an interview to MMAWeekly.com that the fans have seen only 20% of his striking abilities, promising a very entertaining fight against the Muay Thai specialist Brandon Vera, on March 21st. Jon Jones admitted that fighting a talented Wrestlers Matt Hamill and Jake O'Brien in his last two fights prevented him from displaying his full striking talents. He expects a much different fight against Vera: ]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:03:09 CDT Urijah Faber talks about having a quot;mental intensityquot; http://www.lowkick.com/WEC/Urijah-Faber-talks-about-having-a-mental-intensity-6978 http://www.lowkick.com/WEC/Urijah-Faber-talks-about-having-a-mental-intensity-6978 Former WEC Featherweight Champion Urijah Faber held a Mixed Martial Arts seminar at D1 Sports Training Complex in Columbus, Ohio during the weekend of WEC 47: Bowles vs Cruz event. Faber, who will face Jose Aldo at WEC 48, discussed what it takes to be a fighter from mental aspect of the game and how he sees himself when it comes to mental toughness. ]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2010 06:03:09 CDT Frank Mir explains whatrsquo;s so exciting in a fight against Shane Carwin http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Frank-Mir-explains-whats-so-exciting-in-a-fight-against-Shane-Carwin-6979 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Frank-Mir-explains-whats-so-exciting-in-a-fight-against-Shane-Carwin-6979 Top UFC Heavyweight Frank Mir stated that "anything can happen" in a fight against Shane Carwin at the UFC 111 co-main event. Mir explained why Carwin is so dangerous, and why the fans should expect "fireworks" on March 27th, when the two heavyweights square-off against each other. ]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2010 06:03:15 CDT Hilarious quot;Georges $t. Pimpquot; compilation Video http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Hilarious-Georges-t-Pimp-compilation-Video-6976 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Hilarious-Georges-t-Pimp-compilation-Video-6976 This hilarious video show some of the best Georges St. Pierre's "ladies man" moments, proving why "Rush" is a great asset to the UFC when it comes to attracting a female crowd. GSP will have a chance to make his fans happy, in his title defense against Dan Hardy at UFC 111, on March 27th. ]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2010 05:03:38 CDT Ibarra on James Toney: This guy is a sponge http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Ibarra-on-James-Toney-This-guy-is-a-sponge-6980 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Ibarra-on-James-Toney-This-guy-is-a-sponge-6980 James Toney's manager and trainer Juanito Ibarra stated in his latest interview to Sherdog.com that he fully believes in the ability of James Toney to succeed in Mixed Martial Arts. Ibarra stated that James Toney's "Burger King habits" have magically disappeared after he began his training camp, praising Toney's determination to do well in the sport: ]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:03:37 CDT Daily Poll March 15th: What do you think about an idea of a fight between James Toney and Kimbo Slice? http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Daily-Poll-March-15th-What-do-you-think-about-an-idea-of-a-fight-between-James-Toney-and-Kimbo-Slice-6981 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Daily-Poll-March-15th-What-do-you-think-about-an-idea-of-a-fight-between-James-Toney-and-Kimbo-Slice-6981 James Toney's trainer Juanito Ibarra stated for another time that he is interested in a fight against Kimbo Slice sometime in the summer. What do you think about an idea of James "Lights" Toney facing Kimbo in his first MMA fight? You decide! ]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:03:59 CDT Top MMA stars visit Mark Munoz' Gym grand opening http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Top-MMA-stars-visit-Mark-Munoz-Gym-grand-opening-6977 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Top-MMA-stars-visit-Mark-Munoz-Gym-grand-opening-6977 Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Urijah Faber, Joseph Benavidez and Muhammed Lawal all took part in Mark Munoz' Gym grand opening in Lake Forest, California. Mark "The Filipino Wreking Machine" Munoz will face the aggressive Kendall Grove at UFC 112 in Abu Dhabi, on April 17th. ]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2010 06:03:13 CDT Daily Poll March 14th: What will be Rich Franklin's position in the UFC by the end of 2010? http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Daily-Poll-March-14th-What-will-be-Rich-Franklins-position-in-the-UFC-by-the-end-of-2010-6975 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Daily-Poll-March-14th-What-will-be-Rich-Franklins-position-in-the-UFC-by-the-end-of-2010-6975 "Multi-divisional" Rich Franklin will look for an important victory against the legendary Randy Couture at UFC 115. With two losses in his last three fights, will the "Ace" Franklin finally solidify himself in the Light Heavyweight division against "The Natural"? What will be Rich Franklin's position in the UFC by the end of 2010? You decide! ]]> Sun, 14 Mar 2010 05:03:18 CDT GSP: I am not afraid to stand up with Dan Hardy http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/GSP-I-am-not-afraid-to-stand-up-with-Dan-Hardy-6974 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/GSP-I-am-not-afraid-to-stand-up-with-Dan-Hardy-6974 Reigning UFC Welterweight Champion Georges St. Pierre revealed that he is "training like a maniac" for the fight against Dan Hardy at UFC 111. St. Pierre answered to some of the comments made by Hardy, saying that he is not afraid to test his stand up skills against "The Outlaw", who in his opinion is one of the best strikers in the UFC Welterweight division. ]]> Sun, 14 Mar 2010 10:03:24 CDT Shinzo Machida expects quot;The Dragonquot; to knockout Shogun Rua http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Shinzo-Machida-expects-The-Dragon-to-knockout-Shogun-Rua-6973 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Shinzo-Machida-expects-The-Dragon-to-knockout-Shogun-Rua-6973 Older brother of the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Lyoto "The Dragon" Machida, Shinzo Machida, stated in an exclusive interview to Tatame.com that he expects his brother to knockout Mauricio Rua in their rematch at UFC 113. Shinzo revealed that Machida's injured hand is completely healed, and that "The Dragon" is preparing in full force to face Shogun: ]]> Sun, 14 Mar 2010 07:03:53 CDT The Prodigy promotes UFC Undisputed 2010 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/The-Prodigy-promoting-new-game-6967 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/The-Prodigy-promoting-new-game-6967 UFC Lightweight Champion BJ "The Prodigy" Penn featured in the latest THQ's UFC Undisputed 2010 promotion. The game is set to be released on May 25th, on both Playstation 3 and Xbox360. ]]> Sun, 14 Mar 2010 04:03:24 CDT Pac-Man edges Joshua Clottey in Texas http://www.lowkick.com/Other/Pac-Man-edges-Joshua-Clottey-in-Texas-6970 http://www.lowkick.com/Other/Pac-Man-edges-Joshua-Clottey-in-Texas-6970 Arguably the best Pound-for-Pound Boxer in the World Manny "Pac-Man" Pacquiao successfully defended his title against the Ghanaian contender Joshua "The Grandmaster" Clottey at the Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Pacquiao won a Unanimaous Decision thanks to a very dominant performance, that could be used as a statement against the arch rival, Floyd Mayweather. ]]> Sun, 14 Mar 2010 06:03:59 CDT Dana White confirms Franklin vs Couture fight for UFC 115; Ortiz will still face Chuck Liddell http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Dana-White-confirms-Franklin-vs-Couture-fight-for-UFC-115-Ortiz-will-still-face-Chuck-Liddell-6968 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Dana-White-confirms-Franklin-vs-Couture-fight-for-UFC-115-Ortiz-will-still-face-Chuck-Liddell-6968 UFC President Dana White dispelled the rumors regarding a possible fight between Chuck Liddell and Rich Franklin at Fight Night 22 on April 17th. Fighters Only Magazine reported earlier that the Ultimate Fighting Championship decided to counter-program Strikeforce's Nashville event with the entertaining Liddell vs Franklin headliner, but according to White, UFC "are doing Couture vs Franklin not Chuck". ]]> Sun, 14 Mar 2010 05:03:51 CDT Paul Buentello prepares for a slugfest against Cheick Kongo http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Paul-Buentello-prepares-for-a-slugfest-against-Cheick-Kongo-6969 http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Paul-Buentello-prepares-for-a-slugfest-against-Cheick-Kongo-6969 Former UFC and Strikeforce Heavyweight Title contender Paul "The Headhunter" Buentello trains at Grudge MMA Training center alongside Shane Carwin and Brendan Schaub for the fight against Cheick Kongo. "The Headhunter" will face the Frenchman at the main card of UFC LIVE on Versus 1, on March 21st in Broomfield, Colorado. ]]> Sun, 14 Mar 2010 05:03:18 CDT Inside MMA: Ray Mercer and James Toney discuss Mixed Martial Arts http://www.lowkick.com/TV-Shows/Inside-MMA-Rey-Mercer-and-James-Toney-discuss-Mixed-Martial-Arts-6971 http://www.lowkick.com/TV-Shows/Inside-MMA-Rey-Mercer-and-James-Toney-discuss-Mixed-Martial-Arts-6971 This week's Inside MMA Show hosted by the legendary Bas Rutten and Kenny Rice previewed the entertaining UFC LIVE on Versus 1 event and discussed various Mixed Martial Arts happenings during the recent week. Former Elite XC Lightweight Champion KJ Noons was a guest on the show, alongside Rey Mercer and the UFC's latest signing James "Lights Out" Toney. ]]> Sun, 14 Mar 2010 06:03:30 CDT