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UFC Fighter Vinny Magalhães says Chael Sonnen “Can Submit Jones From his Back”

UFC Fighter Vinny Magalhães discusses who he would like to fight next in the light heavyweight division.  With Phil Davis now facing Forrest Griffin at UFC 155, Vinny expresses interest in facing Matt Hamill Next.  Magalhães also comments on his so called “history” with the Nog brothers and possibly facing Lil Nog as well.  Vinny is a [...]
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October 20, 2012  |  Discuss

Matt Hamill Fan Friendly In Atlantic City

UFC light heavyweight Matt “The Hammer” Hamill was hangin in the poker room being fan friendly. It’s still weird to think this guy is Jon Jones Only loss.Dana And Shawn White ChillJon Jones Snaps Quick Pic With Fan
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October 09, 2012  |  Discuss

UFC 152 Pick 'Em Results

Congratulations to Eric Wolaniuk who scored a very impressive 13 out of 16 points in our UFC 152 Pick 'Em Contest (he also predicted all three end of the night bonus winners correctly!).  Next Pick 'Em Contest will be for this Saturday's UFC on Fuel TV: Struve vs Miocic.  Thanks for playing!Consensus PicksJon Jones - 88%Joseph Benavidez - 84%Michael Bisping - 65%Matt...
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September 23, 2012  |  Discuss

'UFC 152: Jones vs. Belfort' Results: Hamill punishes Hollett en route to victory in his UFC return

 Matt Hamill is back where he belongs, and he has plenty to smile about Hamill came out of the gate very aggressive in his return from retirement. After some sloppy looking standup from Hollett that Hamill easily avoided, the fight hits the ground, and Hamill is in heaven. It's a ground and pound show from "The Hammer" - shout out to Mark Coleman. Hollett survived...
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September 22, 2012  |  Discuss

Matt Hamill Decisions Roger Hollett at UFC 152

A light heavyweight scrap between Matt Hamill (Pictured) and Roger Hollett was the second contest airing in Saturday’s “UFC 152: Jones vs. Belfort” pay-per-view broadcast.  Please click HERE to catch our live results and play-by-play coverage. Air Canada Centre in Toronto is hosting tonight’s festivities. The show is headlined by a light heavyweight title tilt between...
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September 22, 2012  |  Discuss

MMASucka Staff Prediction: UFC 152

It’s been a long time since UFC President Dana White sent out his obligitory tweet proclamiming it to be “Fight week” but it is approaching at a rapid pace — And they’re not coming back lightly with a triple header and two shiny championship belts up for grabs. I sent out the call to the MMASucka nation requesting their selections for this Saturday’s festivities, some...
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September 21, 2012  |  Discuss

Matt Hamill: "I'm going to work my way up to a title shot."

Former Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 3 contestant, Matt "The Hammer" Hamill, shocked the mixed martial arts (mma) world when he unexpectedly retired from the Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC) after...
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September 20, 2012  |  Discuss

Vladimir Matyushenko Hurt, Matt Hamill Meets Roger Hollett (Again) at UFC 152

After a brief game of musical light heavyweight chairs, Matt Hamill (Pictured) is once again fighting Roger Hollett at UFC 152.  The 205-pounders were originally slotted to tango in the September 22nd event until Hollett was abruptly removed from the scrap last month. Veteran Vladimir Matyushenko immediately stepped up to the plate and agreed to face Hamill. It was reported Tuesday...
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September 11, 2012  |  Discuss

Five fights to watch in September

Well, most kids are back to school and vacation time is over. With UFC 151 in the books cancelled, we have not have a UFC event until UFC 152 on September 22. That will be the biggest event of the month, however there are some serious scraps to keep your eye on outside of that card… and a few inside that card. MMASucka.com will start a new column called “Five fights to watch...
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September 04, 2012  |  Discuss

Vladimir Matyushenko replaces injured Roger Hollett, faces Matt Hamill at UFC 152

UFC officials announced today that newly-signed light heavyweight Roger Hollett has suffered an injury and Vladimir Matyushenko has been tabbed as his replacement. Matyushenko will now welcome Matt Hamill back to the UFC at September’s UFC 152 event. Matyusheno hasn’t fought since a first-round technical knockout loss to Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 141 in December. Prior to...
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August 20, 2012  |  Discuss

Roger Hollett out, Vladimir Matyushenko in vs. Matt Hamill at UFC 152

Matt Hamill was originally slated to face-off against Roger Hollett at UFC 152, however Hollett was forced to withdraw due to injruy. Stepping in, is long time veteran of the sport, Vladimir Matyushenko. UFC officials made the announcement today. The return of Matt Hamill will get a different look on September 22nd, as Roger Hollett is out and Vladimir Matyushenko is in for “The...
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August 20, 2012  |  Discuss

Matt Hamill Now Meets Vladimir Matyushenko at UFC 152

Roger Hollett’s big league debut will have to wait for another day. On Monday, it was announced an undisclosed injury has forced the light heavyweight out of his UFC 152 scrap against Matt Hamill (Pictured). As we all know full well, the Octagon show waits for no man. Veteran Vladimir Matyushenko has agreed to serve as substitute on September 22nd. After a year-long hiatus from...
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August 20, 2012  |  Discuss

Matt Hamill is back, fights UFC newcomer Roger Hollett at UFC 152

Don’t call it a comeback. After a one-year retirement from the sport, “The Ultimate Fighter” season three cast member Matt “The Hammer” Hamill (10-4) will return to the Ultimate Fighting Championship on Sept. 22 to face UFC newcomer Roger Hollett (13-3) in a light heavyweight bout. Yahoo! Sports announced the news on Friday afternoon. Hamill, 35, was last seen at UFC 133...
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August 03, 2012  |  Discuss

UFC 152 Rumors

Date: Sep 22, 2012 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Venue: Air Canada Centre Broadcast: Pay-per-view and FX Joseph Benavidez vs. Demetrious Johnson – for inaugural flyweight title Michael Bisping vs. Brian Stann B.J. Penn vs. Rory MacDonald Evan Dunham vs. T.J. Grant Igor Pokrajac vs. Vinny Magalhaes Matt Hamill vs. Roger Hollett Dan Miller vs. Sean Pierson Marcus Brimage vs...
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August 03, 2012  |  Discuss

Matt Hamill returns to face Roger Hollett at UFC 152

Matt “The Hammer” Hamill comes out of retirement to return to face newcomer Roger Hollett in a light heavyweight bout at UFC 152 in Toronto. Yahoo Sports Cagewriter initially reported the news earlier on Friday. Hamill (10-4), who was born deaf, is a former college wrestling champion and member of Season 3 of The Ultimate Fighter. The inspiration fighter retired in 2011 following...
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August 03, 2012  |  Discuss

Matt Hamill ends retirement, faces Roger Hollett at UFC 152

Matt Hamill is the latest fighter to come out of retirement. UFC officials announced today that Hamill is returning and will face UFC newcomer Roger Hollett at UFC 152 in September. Hamill announced his retirement after a second-round technical knockout loss to Alexander Gustafsson last August at UFC 133. Hamill is 9-4 inside the Octagon and is the only person to defeat Jon Jones...
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August 03, 2012  |  Discuss

Matt Hamill Ends Retirement to Meet Roger Hollett at UFC 152

First it was BJ Penn, then Nick Diaz, and now Matt Hamill (Pictured) has decided to cut his retirement short. According to Yahoo! Sports, Hamill will make his return to the big leagues against Octagon rookie Roger Hollett at UFC 152. “The Hammer” called it quits after being violently put down by Alexander Gustafsson last August at UFC 133. Prior to that, the likeable wrestler...
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August 03, 2012  |  Discuss

10 main events worse than UFC 147

The UFC 147 headliner featuring Wanderlei Silva vs. Rich Franklin 2 has been dubbed by many the worst main-event in UFC history. However, a look back tells us that there have been far less interesting fights sold as UFC main-events. Related posts: 15 UFC Main-Events That Needed Five Rounds Wanderlei Silva Vs. Rich Franklin II Set For UFC 147 UFC 2011 Summer Events Preview
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June 20, 2012  |  Discuss

Is Alexander Gustafsson ‘the next big thing’ in MMA?

Alexander Gustafsson is considered by many to be one of the top fighters in the light heavyweight division and is even being compared to light heavyweight champion Jon Jones. Gustafsson does look really good on paper. He has a 14-1 record with his only loss coming from then undefeated and current top 10 ranked Phil Davis. Gustafsson also holds notable wins over Matt Hamill and Vladimir...
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May 28, 2012  |  Discuss

MMA Movie Review: “The Hammer”

I was very excited to be given the task of reviewing the movie “The Hammer” for mmasucka.com because I’m a huge Matt Hamill fan.  I love seeing decorated wrestlers make a successful transition to MMA, especially the way Hamill accumulated a impressive10-4 professional record.  The wins include a decision over former UFC light heavyweight champion Tito Ortiz, and a head kick...
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May 21, 2012  |  Discuss

The Right "Answer": The Case for an Immediate Frankie Edgar Rematch

I never fail to marvel at the odd, utterly unpredictable process by which MMA fans choose what “controversial” decisions to care about. Nick Diaz doesn’t get the nod over Carlos Condit? Robbery, I say! Mike Bisping squeaks past Matt Hamill? Home cooking at it’s worst! BJ Penn doesn’t get the decision over GSP? I hate wrestling! GSP’s a cheater! RAHHHHHH! And yet other...
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February 28, 2012  |  Discuss

‘The Hammer’ Available on DVD Today

What’s the next best thing to seeing “The Hammer” on the big screen? How about watching the movie in the comfort of your own home for as many times as you please? The DVD is available in stores today for only $13. Based on the life of former UFC light heavyweight Matt Hamill, “The Hammer” is a coming-of-age drama about the deaf wrestler’s journey to winning a National...
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January 31, 2012  |  Discuss

Alexander Gustafsson: A Legitimate Contender, Very Soon!

By Justin Faux One of the key breakout stars of the year has been Alexander Gustafsson. Beginning his year in Sydney, Australia Gustafsson submitted local hero James Te Huna with a rear-naked-choke with only seconds remaining in the opening round. He bettered that impressive outing at UFC 133 in August by destroying UFC mainstay Matt Hamill and putting him away in the second frame...
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December 31, 2011  |  Discuss

UFC Sues New York, Claiming Mixed Martial *Arts* Falls Under Free Speech Protection

If you can't beat 'em, sue 'em. This business strategy is used fairly often by Zuffa, LLC, the parent company of the UFC. It's now the latest line of defense for the battle to get Mixed Martial Arts officially sanctioned in New York.History shows this top dog MMA company is no stranger to signing checks to law firms as a way to cope with some of their most outspoken...
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November 17, 2011  |  Discuss

UFC Files Lawsuit Against New York

The UFC has had just about enough when it comes to MMA in New York state. Zuffa LLC, the UFC’s parent company has filed suit against the state of New York, calling the states ban on MMA “unconstitutional”. In attendance as plaintiffs in today’s suit were none other than Jon Jones, Frankie Edgar, Gina Carano, Matt Hamill, Brian Stann. Also in attendance were fellow media...
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November 15, 2011  |  Discuss
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