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MMA legend says Jon Jones ‘has to’ take Tom Aspinall fight ‘for himself’

BAD MMA News — Tue, 20 May 2025 19:57:22 +0000

Whether a title unification bout between heavyweight champion Jon Jones and interim titleholder Tom Aspinall will happen is anyone’s guess at this point. Aspinall is all in. Jones has made conflicting comments adding to the speculation while UFC CEO Dana White said to expect an announcement soon. Fighters and analysts have given their opinions and you can add 2015 UFC Hall of Fame inductee Bas Rutten to the list. Rutten believes the fight promotion and Jones will come to terms and the highly anticipated match will eventually happen. “He (Jones) should take the fight. I think eventually he will take the fight,” Rutten told Submission Radio . “He also knows it’s going to be a very tough fight. Aspinall is a very impressive fighter.” “Jon is one of those guys that simply wants to be the best,” Rutten continued

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The 10 best body-shot stoppages in MMA, ranked

BAD MMA News — Sat, 30 Dec 2023 03:09:21 +0000

It is often said that mixed martial arts is still behind the proverbial curve when it comes to striking. Whether we’re talking about fighters lacking jabs in open-stance affairs or the way in which striking is both adjudicated and tracked in this sport, there’s still a decent amount to be desired for those who appreciate fisticuffs on the finest level. Moreover, whether we’re talking about MMA’s top officials and judges or Gen Pop who consumes this product, there seems to be a criminal underappreciation for strikes to the body. Despite body shots proving to be effective since the existence of organized martial arts and combat sports alike, it’s still not uncommon to see fighters allowed to take unnecessary damage en route to defeat or be awarded questionable rounds for surviving frames due to MMA’s apparent blind spot for bodywork.

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Karate Combat 43: Anthony Pettis vs. Benson Henderson live stream

BAD MMA News — Sat, 16 Dec 2023 02:04:58 +0000

LAS VEGAS – Karate Combat 43 features two of the most recognizable lightweights in UFC history as they fight for the third time – but this time, in a different combat sport. Anthony Pettis and Benson Henderson collide Friday and the entire event is live and free on MMA Junkie. UFC Hall of Famers Georges St-Pierre and Bas Rutten will be on commentary. The stream begins at 9 p.m.

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MMA Junkie Radio #3263: Guests Muhammad Mokaev and Bas Rutten, reaction to Nick Diaz request, more

BAD MMA News — Fri, 27 May 2022 04:06:28 +0000

Thursday’s edition of MMA Junkie Radio with “Gorgeous” George and “Goze” is here. On Episode 3,263, the guys welcomed UFC flyweight Muhammad Mokaev and UFC Hall of Famer Bas Rutten to the show, and they discuss the latest MMA news, including Nick Diaz’s request to fight Kamaru Usman for the welterweight title. Stream or download this and all episodes of MMA Junkie Radio over at OmnyStudio . You can also catch it on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Stitcher , and more.

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Bas Rutten, Georges St-Pierre, time travel – and dinosaurs? Check out ‘Karate Combat: The Movie’

BAD MMA News — Sat, 25 Dec 2021 15:05:25 +0000

The self-proclaimed “global leader in full-contact professional karate fighting” is taking on Hollywood. Featuring UFC Hall of Famers Bas Rutten and Georges St-Pierre , not to mention noted actor Danny Trejo and a cameo from former UFC champ Lyoto Machida , “Karate Combat: The Movie” recaps a unique third season from the all-striking promotion. “Karate Combat is on a mission to be the most entertaining and original sports-entertainment organization on the planet,” Karate Combat president Adam Kovacs stated. “We’re showcasing the world’s best karate fighters, but we’re having fun at the same time.

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Bas Rutten, Georges St-Pierre, time travel – and dinosaurs? Check out ‘Karate Combat: The Movie’

BAD MMA News — Sat, 25 Dec 2021 15:05:25 +0000

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The MMA Road Show with John Morgan, No. 327: Bas Rutten, Rashad Evans

BAD MMA News — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 12:43:28 +0000

Episode No. 327 of “The MMA Road Show with John Morgan” podcast is now available for streaming and download.

The MMA Road Show with John Morgan, No. 327: Bas Rutten, Rashad Evans – MMA Junkie

Video: MMA legend Bas Rutten speaks on Karate Combat and the ‘entertainment era’ of fighting

BAD MMA News — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 03:21:52 +0000

UFC Hall of Famer and ambassador for Karate Combat, Bas Rutten shares his thoughts on the state of combat sports as social media influencers have recently begun competing frequently. With the third season of Karate Combat debuting on July 1 on CBS Sports Network, Rutten explained in an interview with MMA Junkie why he was instantly willing to be a part of a the promotion’s unique approach to martial arts competition. “Well, they called me all the way from the beginning and they said, ‘Hey, we need an ambassador for the sport,’” Rutten said. “Since you come from a karate background, would you like to be our ambassador?’ I said, ‘What is it?’ ‘It’s a full-contact karate league.’ I go, ‘Woah, okay! Don’t say anymore. I want to do it!’ And then I found out the pit and the way it’s shaped and the way it was filmed and that was the icing on the cake.” “With these guys, they are having Olympic-level athletes fighting each other full contact, it’s the best,” Rutten stated. Related Video: Combat sports analyst Robin Black talks Karate Combat, Gamebred FC, and future of martial arts New approaches to combat sports come up from time to time, but perhaps the most interesting recent development in the space is the rise of YouTube stars lacing up the gloves and fighting legitimate fighters in the boxing ring.

Why Bas Rutten’s MMA Mount Rushmore includes Conor McGregor

BAD MMA News — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 21:22:00 +0000

Bas Rutten ’s MMA Mount Rushmore is not what most might expect. UFC president Dana White was recently asked who would be on his MMA Mount Rushmore, and he included Royce Gracie, UFC women’s featherweight and bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes, UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones and Chuck Liddell. But Rutten’s response was a little different. While he did include a couple expected UFC Hall of Famers, his other two choices were interesting ones

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Combat Rewind, April 8: Top highlights include elite submission artists Shinya Aoki, ‘Butterbean’

BAD MMA News — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 16:18:30 +0000

There’s “Flashback Friday” and “Throwback Thursday” (and Tuesday, too, if you want). But at MMA Junkie, we figured why not expand that to every day?

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