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Wow. Houston Alexander made the front page (top story) of yahoo.com. Raising kids harder than KOing foes for Alexander By Kevin Iole, Yahoo! Sports November 1, 2007 Houston Alexander chuckles and begs you not to make him out to be Superman. After carefully examining the facts, though, you arrive at the inescapable conclusion that Superman is the perfect nickname for the fast-rising UFC light heavyweight contender. And no, it's not because of his two knockout victories in his first two UFC fights, which took a combined one minute and 49 seconds, though his victims, Keith Jardine and Alessio Sakara, may be buying into the Superman hype a bit at this point. And neither is it because of his ability to bench press as much as 450 pounds, or more than twice his body weight, because being a star weight lifter is no guarantee of success as a mixed martial arts fighter. ADVERTISEMENT Alexander, who faces his biggest challenge on Nov. 17 at UFC 78 in Newark, N.J., when he meets Thiago Silva, earns the Superman moniker every day as the single parent of six children. Taking care of six children between the ages of 5 and 16 is a big enough job for a small squadron of adults. For a guy who has emerged as one of the world's elite light heavyweights, with all the training and business demands that entails, to also be able to cook and clean around the house each day is super hero kind of stuff. Cooking, cleaning and beating people up makes for a full day. Admittedly, though, the image of one of mixed martial arts' baddest men pushing a vacuum cleaner and cleaning a toilet is priceless. "But you tell all those UFC fans, they come to my house and they'll see me pushing that vacuum," he says, laughing. "I'm no different than they are. I have to clean the house, too." He's already begun to clean house at 205 pounds, one of the UFC's deepest divisions. Alexander made his UFC debut in May, when he took a bout against Jardine on short notice. At the time, it looked like Jardine was moving inexorably toward a title shot and there was a lot of backlash about the UFC selecting a guy precious few had heard of as his opponent. Looking back, the hubbub seems ridiculous, but Alexander said he understood the concern. "They didn't know me," Alexander said of the UFC's fan base. "Keith fought on TV (on the UFC's reality series, The Ultimate Fighter, on Spike TV) and he was well known. There was a way of doing things, where if you beat this guy then you fought that guy type of thing. "But to a lot of the people, I came out of nowhere. I didn't, really, and I never doubted that I would win that fight. But because people didn't know who I was or what I was capable of doing, they sort of doubted me." Alexander then went out and caught Jardine with a combination that made a sound so loud it resonated like the casino implosions that have occurred up and down the Las Vegas Strip. It took only 48 seconds and Alexander was the winner. "You do that and then all of a sudden, things change a lot for you," Alexander said. "The thing that pleased me, I got another fight (in the UFC)." And though it took longer, this time, Alexander put those extra 13 seconds to good use. He pulverized Sakara at UFC 75 in London, making the battle of strikers essentially a one-man show. He returns at UFC 78 with a potential 2008 title shot looming if he can get past Silva. And though Silva is 10-0 and was impressive in defeating Tomasz Drwal at UFC 75, he's facing a totally different type of opponent. He attacks with a ferocity rarely seen in the fight game. "If this guy is to beat me, he has to be a terror," Alexander said. He's seen all kinds in his lengthy fighting career, much of which was completed in obscurity in small towns around the Midwest. Alexander figures he has around 40 wins, though his official record has him at just 8-1. But regardless of whether the missing fights were non-sanctioned or amateur bouts, they were fights just the same and provided Alexander with the experience to be able to take on the likes of world-class fighters such as Jardine and Sakara. And though his future will in large part ride upon how he performs against Silva, it's not causing him to lose so much as a wink of sleep. "Pressure is raising six kids by yourself," Alexander said. "That's pressure. As far as fighting, I'm 35. I've got a lot of fights. However you want to categorize those fights I had, there still was someone standing across from me intending to hurt me. You learn from those – or at least you try – and after you've had a few, you don't feel any pressure. "My pressure comes from wanting to do the right thing for my kids. I want them to have the best life possible. And there is so much work that has to be done. Fighting is just a job. Kids are work, believe me when I tell you that. You want pressure, that's pressure."

This is a hilarious look-a-likes thread from Sherdog.com forums. http://www.sherdog.net/forums/showthread.php?t=482665

Lesnar's First Opponent Announced - Frank Mir Super Bowl Showdown set between Lesnar and Mir By Thomas Gerbasi A classic case of putting your money where your mouth is, new UFC signee Brock Lesnar – who has made no bones about wanting to fight the best the heavyweight division has to offer – will make his Octagon debut at UFC 81 on February 2nd against none other than former UFC Heavyweight Champion Frank Mir. The bout will be held at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada on the eve of Super Bowl XLII. “It’s an interesting matchup,” said UFC President Dana White. “Lesnar is a great wrestler, a good athlete, and this is definitely gonna be a big test for him. Frank Mir is a former world champion who is coming off a big win over Antoni Hardonk, and he’s looking to get his career back on track while Lesnar’s looking to walk into the UFC and prove what type of fighter he’s gonna be by trying to knock him off.” The 6-3 ½, 265 Lesnar (1-0) comes to the UFC with stellar college wrestling credentials that saw him earn All American status four times, win Big Ten Championships twice, and also win the 2000 NCAA National Championship. After leaving the University of Minnesota, the South Dakota-born Lesnar gained fame as a professional wrestler and also had a stint with the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings. In 2007, he made his mixed martial arts debut and annihilated Min Soo Kim in just 69 seconds on June 2nd. “This guy’s not trying to duck anybody,” said White of Lesnar. “He knew once he got in the UFC that he was gonna fight tough guys.” 28 year old Las Vegan Frank Mir (10-3) was destined for stardom from the moment he stepped in the UFC Octagon, and he lived up to all expectations when he submitted Tim Sylvia in 50 seconds in 2004 to win the UFC Heavyweight Championship. Unfortunately, Mir’s career ground to a halt when a serious motorcycle accident later that year forced him to the sidelines for almost two years. His eagnerness to return forced him into some spotty performances when he did return in 2006, but at UFC 74 in August, Mir was back in top notch form as he submitted Antoni Hardonk in just 77 seconds. http://www.ufc.com/index.cfm?fa=news.detail&gid=8534

Speaking of Nick Diaz, he's fighting in the same event as Kimbo this Saturday. I wish the best for him. Getting busted for weed seemed to hurt him big time. A gogoplata happened at an amature card I was attending. A fighter gogoplata'd a guy, but dislocated the guys shoulder when he locked the leg. Gruesome, and I think the shoulder popped right back in to place, but the match ended because his arm came out. The dude was screaming like he got shot. But he ended up calming down and standing up for the results. It was funny seeing him shake his head in the ring afterwards like W-T-F happened? My jaw was dropped the whole time. First and only time I've seen that move executed, and the choke didn't even take effect.

The Mercer fight was considered an exhibition match. Thus Kimbo's record is 0-0. This will be his first official match. I will praise Kimbo on the premise that he's taking professional fighting seriously. Although, the money probably kinda sorta helped his decision to leave that life.

Kevin "Kimbo Slice" Ferguson is fighting this Saturday in an EliteXC show. He's fighting Bo Cantrell (10-10). My opinion on Kimbo is that he has taken great steps towards becoming a legitiment MMA fighter. I read an article on him the other day. He talked about how he was always high during his street fights. He said he hasn't had sex in 4 months, hasn't done weed in a long time, he feels pure and ready for professional fighting. Also, he trains with Bas Rutten, whom I think is one of the best MMA trainers out there. I can't wait to see where this guy can go.

Wow. I'm pretty familiar with her background. R.I.P. Moolah.

Darn, shouldn't have merged this with talk about current wrestling.

One Answer: Razor Ramone vs. Shawn Michaels. Ladder match. I believe it was Wrestle Mania of 1994. You guys can correct me on that.

Just to reiterate...I know Randleman was a great fighter. He always was a test for the top contenders. I hope he gets well soon. God damn.

^ ^ That is foul. God I hope he recovers from that. Seems very very bad.

Kevin Randleman without 'roids = a big punching bag.

Kevin Randleman without 'roids = a big punching bag.

Florian has been stepping it up since losing to Sherk in a decision. I just want to see where he's at, and hell, who else is gonna fight Penn for the title? Florian is game. Penn crawls all over you, but Flo has come a long way. I see that being a tough matchup for Penn. Florian matches his standup, and he can keep Penn in check on the ground. BJ is good at slipping subs, but Florian is a Jiu-Jitsu monster.

Florian has been stepping it up since losing to Sherk in a decision. I just want to see where he's at, and hell, who else is gonna fight Penn for the title? Florian is game. Penn crawls all over you, but Flo has come a long way. I see that being a tough matchup for Penn. Florian matches his standup, and he can keep Penn in check on the ground. BJ is good at slipping subs, but Florian is a Jiu-Jitsu monster.

I wanna see Florian and BJ fight for the title. Then Gomi should step in and mix it up. I'd love to see the Asian fighters in the lightweight division flood the UFC.

I wanna see Florian and BJ fight for the title. Then Gomi should step in and mix it up. I'd love to see the Asian fighters in the lightweight division flood the UFC.

Dana is just bitter he didn't get Fedor. I'd be bitter, too. Come to the big show. Sure, Fedor manhandled PRIDE, but the two other elite heavyweights from PRIDE have come to the UFC and look what happened. Cro Cop has disintigrated, and Minotauro almost got dropped by a guy he threw around in PRIDE. It's a little bit of a different game, but it's the big leagues of MMA. Yet, Dana should recognize Fedor's accomplishments and respect him no matter what. A "farce" hardly. Any heavyweight in the UFC would have been pummled by him in PRIDE. So here we go with the next 9 months, probably a 3-way drama. Fedor will end up being a 38 year old champ of M-1 while Randy comes out of retirement to learn how to fight by their rules at age 51. Hopefully, we can one day see Joe Frazier take on Mike Tyson, too.

Dana is just bitter he didn't get Fedor. I'd be bitter, too. Come to the big show. Sure, Fedor manhandled PRIDE, but the two other elite heavyweights from PRIDE have come to the UFC and look what happened. Cro Cop has disintigrated, and Minotauro almost got dropped by a guy he threw around in PRIDE. It's a little bit of a different game, but it's the big leagues of MMA. Yet, Dana should recognize Fedor's accomplishments and respect him no matter what. A "farce" hardly. Any heavyweight in the UFC would have been pummled by him in PRIDE. So here we go with the next 9 months, probably a 3-way drama. Fedor will end up being a 38 year old champ of M-1 while Randy comes out of retirement to learn how to fight by their rules at age 51. Hopefully, we can one day see Joe Frazier take on Mike Tyson, too.

For those of you who are interested in where this Couture/UFC drama is headed. Feast your eyes on THESE: Randy Couture's press conference explaining his side of the story: http://www.sherdog.com/videos/videos.asp?v_id=1316 Eerie, in a sense that Randy is so serious. A side we haven't seen from him before. The first 10 minutes are the most important. Then, just yesterday, Dana White brought the big guns out to support his (shockingly sturdy) defense to Randy's claims. Lorenzo Ferttita himself joins with hardcopy documents backing up that Randy lied in the aformentioned press conference: http://www.ufc.com/ (go to the video center and click "archive of press conference") They make a big stand. Not budging at all. This just reinforces my stance that I'm not judging this situation just because Randy is the nice, heartwarming fellow...and Dana is a straightforward non-BSer. Both of them seem to be reversing their respective personalities in these press conferences.

For those of you who are interested in where this Couture/UFC drama is headed. Feast your eyes on THESE: Randy Couture's press conference explaining his side of the story: http://www.sherdog.com/videos/videos.asp?v_id=1316 Eerie, in a sense that Randy is so serious. A side we haven't seen from him before. The first 10 minutes are the most important. Then, just yesterday, Dana White brought the big guns out to support his (shockingly sturdy) defense to Randy's claims. Lorenzo Ferttita himself joins with hardcopy documents backing up that Randy lied in the aformentioned press conference: http://www.ufc.com/ (go to the video center and click "archive of press conference") They make a big stand. Not budging at all. This just reinforces my stance that I'm not judging this situation just because Randy is the nice, heartwarming fellow...and Dana is a straightforward non-BSer. Both of them seem to be reversing their respective personalities in these press conferences.

Man, I'm excited for UFC 77 on the 17th. Bisping vs. Evans should be fun to watch. Thiago Silva is fighting Houston Alexander, which is a very tough matchup for Houston. I get to see my boy Karo Parisyan fight some walkthrough guy. And Frank Edgar has ruined two perfect records in the lightweight division. He's fighting Spencer Fisher. Should be a war. The PPV on Dec 29th. is gonna be awesome. But we might see two legends start to fade. If Hughes somehow loses to Matt Serra, Hughes is going to have to evaluate where he is at this point. He never fights. He couldn't beat the crap out of Lytle like he should have, and he's losing his greatest asset as the years roll by - STRENGTH. He's a fantastic fighter, and he should beat Serra. But if MATT SERRA beats him, I wouldn't be surprised if Hughes becomes the newest member of the UFC that starts to have trouble reaching the top. As great as he is, as big of streaks he's had in past years - he needs to be hungry and fight with a passion. I hope Matt still has it. Chuck vs. Wandy is one of those fights where you'll have to explain to your son why they never fought when they were in their primes. And instead of making it a long story, you'll just say Wandy avoided him. But why would Wanderlei do that? It's just a bunch of confusion that has lead to two fighters past their primes duking it out to answer who was right and who was wrong. It's simply great that we get to see these two legends FINALLY meet in the octagon with a most recently combined record of 0-4. :doh: But, it should be really exciting for anyone who has followed this story. All the Chuck fans, including I, better hope to Christ he wins.

Man, I'm excited for UFC 77 on the 17th. Bisping vs. Evans should be fun to watch. Thiago Silva is fighting Houston Alexander, which is a very tough matchup for Houston. I get to see my boy Karo Parisyan fight some walkthrough guy. And Frank Edgar has ruined two perfect records in the lightweight division. He's fighting Spencer Fisher. Should be a war. The PPV on Dec 29th. is gonna be awesome. But we might see two legends start to fade. If Hughes somehow loses to Matt Serra, Hughes is going to have to evaluate where he is at this point. He never fights. He couldn't beat the crap out of Lytle like he should have, and he's losing his greatest asset as the years roll by - STRENGTH. He's a fantastic fighter, and he should beat Serra. But if MATT SERRA beats him, I wouldn't be surprised if Hughes becomes the newest member of the UFC that starts to have trouble reaching the top. As great as he is, as big of streaks he's had in past years - he needs to be hungry and fight with a passion. I hope Matt still has it. Chuck vs. Wandy is one of those fights where you'll have to explain to your son why they never fought when they were in their primes. And instead of making it a long story, you'll just say Wandy avoided him. But why would Wanderlei do that? It's just a bunch of confusion that has lead to two fighters past their primes duking it out to answer who was right and who was wrong. It's simply great that we get to see these two legends FINALLY meet in the octagon with a most recently combined record of 0-4. :doh: But, it should be really exciting for anyone who has followed this story. All the Chuck fans, including I, better hope to Christ he wins.

Seriously, this is my haven for non-Redskins talk. Can we keep this thread limited to anything from fairy tales to zoology to MMA, no Redskins? :twitch: But I freakin' agree with you. This is the most empty feeling I've had since I started seriously watching the R-d-ins back in the mid 90's. Thank God I get to see somebody get their ass wooped in MMA soon. I'm watching TUF on Wednesday and having a few brewskies.