BAD MMA - The origins of combat™ » elias theodorou

Dana White comments on the death of Elias Theodorou: ‘It’s horrible’

BAD MMA News — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 09:20:31 +0000

On September 11, former UFC fighter Elias Theodorou lost his battle with cancer at home surrounded by family and friends. In his 34 years of life, “The Spartan” touched the lives of many. Theodorou fought 11 times inside the UFC octagon from 2014 to 2019. He won The Ultimate Fighter: Nations middleweight tournament and went 8-3 during his time with the organization. Theodorou was released by the UFC following a loss to Derek Brunson in 2019. All three of his UFC losses were by decision and to contenders at the time.

Excerpt from:

Dana White comments on the death of Elias Theodorou: ‘It’s horrible’ – MMA Weekly

Elias Theodorou’s family releases statement, asks for donations to be made to his foundations

BAD MMA News — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 19:04:51 +0000

The family of former UFC fighter Elias Theodorou released a statement on Tuesday following the 34-year old’s death on Sunday. On Sept. 11, “The Spartan” lost his battle with cancer at his home surrounded by family and friends. The news of Theodorou’s illness was largely unknown by anyone outside of his inner circle. The death of the former The Ultimate Fighter: Nations winner was a shock to most in the MMA community. The statement was shared by BT Sports reporter Aaron Bronsteter via Twitter, and asked for donations to Theodorou’s foundation be made in lieu of flowers

Visit link:

Elias Theodorou’s family releases statement, asks for donations to be made to his foundations – MMA Weekly

Former UFC Fighter Elias Theodorou passes away at 34

BAD MMA News — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 15:17:57 +0000

Former UFC fighter and winner of The Ultimate Fighter: Nations middleweight tournament Elias Theodorou is dead at age 34. Theodorou passed away on Sunday after a battle with cancer. He was diagnosed with Stage 4 liver cancer, according to TSN ‘s Aaron Bronsteter. “That Spartan” fought 11 times inside the UFC octagon from 2014 to 2019.

Read the rest here:

Former UFC Fighter Elias Theodorou passes away at 34 – MMA Weekly

Photos: Elias Theodorou through the years

BAD MMA News — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:09:29 +0000

Check out these photos highlighting Elias Theodorou ’s career through the years. Theodorou, who won “The Ultimate Fighter Nations” and spent five years in the UFC, died on Sept. 11, 2022 , after a battle with liver cancer. He was 34

Read the original:

Photos: Elias Theodorou through the years – MMA Junkie

Former UFC fighter Elias Theodorou dead at 34; MMA community mourns

BAD MMA News — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 05:29:04 +0000

Former UFC fighter and “TUF Nations” winner Elias Theodorou has died. Theodorou died Sunday after a battle with cancer.

See more here:

Former UFC fighter Elias Theodorou dead at 34; MMA community mourns – MMA Junkie

Lacking finishes, UFC alum Elias Theodorou says he’s ‘reinvented’ himself to fix the problem

BAD MMA News — Tue, 23 Nov 2021 15:25:59 +0000

Elias Theodorou says he’s changed. The former UFC middleweight and winner of “The Ultimate Fighter Nations: Canada vs. Australia” is confident he’s addressed some of the criticism that was thrown his way during his UFC stint Theodorou (18-3) fought for the UFC from 2014 to 2019. He compiled eight wins, but only had two finishes to his name.

Link:

Lacking finishes, UFC alum Elias Theodorou says he’s ‘reinvented’ himself to fix the problem – MMA Junkie

MMA Junkie Radio #3208: Bellator 271 and UFC Fight Night 197 preview, guest Elias Theodorou

BAD MMA News — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 23:11:11 +0000

Thursday’s edition of MMA Junkie Radio with hosts “Gorgeous” George and “Goze” is here. On Episode 3,208, the guys previewed another buys weekend with Bellator 271 and UFC Fight Night 197 , as well as addressing the latest headlines in the sport. Additionally, Elias Theodorou , who will compete in the U.S.

See original here:

MMA Junkie Radio #3208: Bellator 271 and UFC Fight Night 197 preview, guest Elias Theodorou – MMA Junkie

Video: ‘TUF’ winner Elias Theodorou moves to 2-0 in post-UFC career with TKO

BAD MMA News — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 19:31:36 +0000

Elias Theodorou remained undefeated in his post-UFC fighting career on Saturday when he beat fellow octagon veteran Matt Dwyer in the main event of Rise FC 6. After being released from the UFC following a loss to Derek Brunson in May 2019, Theodorou (18-3) picked up his second consecutive victory outside the promotion with a third-round TKO of Dwyer (11-8) in their middleweight headliner, which took place at Songhees Wellness Centre in Victoria, B.C., Canada. It was a classic showing from Theodorou. He used pressure, wrestling and ground-and-pound to wear down Dwyer over the course of the bout. By the time the third round arrived, Theodorou – who won “The Ultimate Fighter: Nations” in April 2014 – got himself in position to unleash a flurry of punches that forced the referee to wave off the bout.

Originally posted here:

Video: ‘TUF’ winner Elias Theodorou moves to 2-0 in post-UFC career with TKO – MMA Junkie

Elias Theodorou matched up with fellow UFC vet in first fight since release

BAD MMA News — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 02:49:32 +0000

Former UFC middleweight Elias Theodorou will return to action for the first time since being cut from the promotion earlier this year. Theodorou (16-3 MMA) takes on fellow UFC veteran Hernani Perpetuo at Prospect Fighting Championships 12, the promotion announced on their Facebook page. The event takes place Saturday, Dec.

See original here:

Elias Theodorou matched up with fellow UFC vet in first fight since release – MMA Junkie

Elias Theodorou announces first fight since UFC release set for December

BAD MMA News — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 21:45:52 +0000

Roughly six months after his UFC release, Elias Theodorou has a date and event set for his return to the cage. According to a tweet posted by Theodorou (16-3 MMA) on Tuesday, the Canadian middleweight will compete Dec. 6 at Prospect Fighting Championships 12 at St. Denis Centre in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. At this time, Theodorou’s opponent has not been revealed. “The Ultimate Fighter 25” winner Theodorou was riding a three-fight winning streak when he dropped a unanimous decision to Derek Brunson at UFC on ESPN+ 9 in Ottawa in early May

Read the original post:

Elias Theodorou announces first fight since UFC release set for December – MMA Junkie