Dan Henderson: UFC promoting ‘circus acts’

In confirmation of some earlier oft-discussed plans, Dan Henderson is set to face Lyoto Machida at UFC 156, the Super Bowl Weekend card that is fast becoming a monster of an event. Appearing on last night’s “MMA Uncensored Live” on Spike TV, Henderson discussed his next bout. While he has been very vocal recently in his opposition of Chael Sonnen’s title shot at Light Heavyweight champion Jon Jones, it appears he now has his own dangerous opponent to prepare for. While Hendo had put in a full

Ben Henderson: Chael Sonnen is an average white guy, but he’s marketable

Ben Henderson is a smart fighter. He knows the ins and outs of the fight game, and accepts the fact that in the world of today’s fast-paced UFC, a fighter needs to be exciting while winning to be marketable. Heading into his pivotal title bout with Lightweight title challenger Nathan Diaz at UFC on Fox 5, Henderson admits that he hopes his fights will have more exciteability and drawing power:
“It is something that I am aware of, pay-per-view buys and numbers and all of that stuff,” he said. “The two

Clay Guida announces move down to Featherweight division

Some exciting news comes today as perennial UFC Lightweight fan favorite Clay Guida has announced he will be cutting 10 lbs. to fight in the Featherweight division. “The Carpenter” has always been known for his past-paced, never-quit style, and should provide a great amount of excitement to a division that is quickly getting stronger. Guida had the following to say this morning, cortesy of VFDSports.com:
“The Carpenter is going to explore a new job site at the 145 pound division in the new year. I plan on