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MMA Ratings: The Best Month in MMA History

UFC 100 drew the attention of the many first-time fans and the mainstream media to the sport of Mixed Martial Arts and the timing couldn't be better.Five phenomenal cards take place in August, leading freelance MMA journalist E. Spencer Kyte to dubbed it "The Best Month in...
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K2 Interviews: Sarah Kaufman

E. Spencer Kyte of Keyboard Kimura discusses everything from the state of MMA in Canada and the upcoming Carano - Cyborg fight to UFC 100 Predictions and the city of Victoria, British Columbia with hometown heroine, undefeated Sarah Kaufman.
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/07...
 

The UFC 100: Stuck in the 80s

Continuing their countdown of The Greatest UFC Fighters in History, E. Spencer Kyte of Keyboard Kimura rolls out the next ten fighters in The UFC 100.
>> blog.mmaratings.net/2009/07...
 

10 Most Anticipated Fights of the Summer

What fights are going to pack venues across the country in the coming months?Freelance MMA writer E. Spencer Kyte counts down his 10 Most Anticipated Fights of the Summer, including appearances by Fedor Emelianenko, Georges St-Pierre, Brock Lesnar and Gina Carano.
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The UFC 100: The Bottom 10

Months of hard work, research and number crunching has come to a close and Keyboard Kimura is proud to roll out The UFC 100, their countdown of the 100 Greatest Fighters in UFC history.Today kicks off the affair with The Bottom 10 including fan favorite and often bloodied Chris "...
>> blog.mmaratings.net/2009/07...
 

We Need an MMA Hall of Fame

While the UFC has their own Hall of Fame, it is far from unbiased and representative of the sport of Mixed Martial Arts as a whole.Spurred on by yesterday's debate on Evan Tanner and the incomplete nature of the UFC Hall of Fame, E. Spencer Kyte of Keyboard Kimura, MMA Ratings...
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

Evan Tanner is Not a Hall of Famer

I know this is going to get me in trouble with some people...While he had a long career and was once the UFC Middleweight Champion, there are others far more deserving of a spot in the UFC Hall of Fame than the late Evan Tanner.
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

Carwin vs. Velasquez: A Bad Idea

Rumors are swirling the UFC 103 will feature a #1 Contenders match between heavyweights Shane Carwin and Cain Velasquez.While admitting it would certainly be awesome, Keyboard Kimura examines why this fight would be a big mistake for the UFC.
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

The End of the Road for the American Psycho?

Stephan Bonnar hasn't beaten a contender in over two years. Normally, those kind of results get you a one way ticket out of the UFC, yet Bonnar remains.Heading into his fight at UFC 100 against Mark Coleman, Keyboard Kimura examines how Bonnar has managed to last this long and...
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

Keyboard Kimura: I'm a Member of Team Lesnar

E. Spencer Kyte of Keyboard Kimura plants himself firmly in the corner of Brock Lesnar heading into UFC 100 and tackles all the critics who want to bash "The Next Big Thing."
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

You Mean There Are Talented Fighters Outisde of the UFC?

Last night's Ultimate Fighter Finale included reference to Shinya Aoki, Bas Rutten and Kevin Randleman from Joe Rogan, while Dana White admitted to targeting Vitor Belfort as a challenger for Anderson Silva.After years of pretending no one else existed in the world of Mixed Martial...
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

MMA Ratings: Why All The Kimbo Bashing?

With Season 9 of The Ultimate Fighter coming to a close tonight in Las Vegas, E. Spencer Kyte wonders why so many people out there have no love for Season 10 contestant Kimbo Slice?
>> blog.mmaratings.net/2009/06...
 

Punch Drunk Predictions: TUF 9 Finale

After a 5-2 performance on yesterday's combo card, Keyboard Kimura is back with a breakdown of the Main Card for tonight's Ultimate Fighter Finale and picks for the whole shooting match.
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

Is Thiago Alves GSP's Toughest Test to Date?

The UFC promotional campaign is calling this the toughest fight for Georges St-Pierre yet. Is it all just marketing and promotions or is Thiago Alves really the sternest test for the UFC Welterweight champ thus far?E. Spencer Kyte of Keyboard Kimura and Watch Kalib Run searches for an answer.
>> www.watchkalibrun.com/2009/6/...
 

Keyboard Kimura: Punch Drunk Predictions: Friday Night Fights

After pushing the record above .500 at UFC 99, E. Spencer Kyte of Keyboard Kimura is back with his Punch Drunk Predictions for tonight's Strikeforce Main Card and the Bellator Tournament Finals.
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

UFC Isn't the Only Game in Town

The world of Mixed Martial Arts can sometimes feel like a UFC vacuum as the biggest and best organization in the sport dominates the airwaves and headlines.With that in mind, Keyboard Kimura sends some love to Strikeforce and Bellator, highlighting the importance of both organizations...
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

Don't Sleep on Sarah Kaufman

Gina Carano and Cristiane "Cyborg" Santos get all the attention when it comes to female Mixed Martial Artists, but E. Spencer Kyte of Keyboard Kimura would like to introduce you to Sarah Kaufman, 9-0 in her professional career and climbing the rankings.The Victoria, B.C....
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

Keyboard Kimura's June Pound for Pound Rankings

After his win over Rashad Evans at UFC 98, where will Lyoto "The Dragon" Machida land in this month's edition of Keyboard Kimura's Pound for Pound fighter rankings?
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

What's Next for Mike Swick?

After an impressive win at UFC 99, Mike Swick is climbing towards the top of the UFC Welterweight division. With that in mind, E. Spencer Kyte of Keyboard Kimura drops by Watch Kalib Run and wonders what is the next step for the American Kickboxing Academy product?
>> www.watchkalibrun.com/2009/6/...
 

Punch Drunk Predictions for UFC 99

Keyboard Kimura returns with their popular Punch Drunk Predictions for UFC 99: The Comeback.
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

Retirement for Wanderlei Silva?

While many MMA fans believe Chuck Liddell should call it a career, Wanderlei Silva is in a very similar position and no one seems to be discussing retirement for "The Axe Murderer" heading into UFC 99.E. Spencer Kyte of Keyboard Kimura tackles the topic in his most recent...
>> www.watchkalibrun.com/2009/6/...
 

Muddied Middleweight Waters in the UFC

Anderson Silva is the undisputed king, but seems bored.Demian Maia versus Nate Marquardt was supposed to be a #1 Contender match.Michael Bisping may or may not have been told he'll get a shot if he beats Dan Henderson and you know Hendo wants another chance too.Now Wanderlei Silva...
>> blog.mmaratings.net/2009/06...
 

Brett Rogers is Not a Top 5 Heavyweight ... Yet

Rogers' trainer Mike Reilly recently placed his charge at #3 in the world heavyweight rankings. E. Spencer Kyte of Watch Kalib Run and Keyboard Kimura doesn't share Reilly's feelings and delivers his thoughts on Rogers' place in the heavyweight division.
>> www.watchkalibrun.com/2009/6/...
 

Fight Week Previews: Marcus Davis vs. Dan Hardy

These two guys hate each other and on Saturday in Germany, they're going to get locked inside the Octagon together to settle their differences.E. Spencer Kyte of Keyboard Kimura tackles the task of breaking down the in ring match-up with all the out of the ring hype.
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 

Give Mike Thomas Brown His Due!

Yesterday, Mike Thomas Brown scored a second win over Urijah Faber in the last eight months.Today, loads of Faber fans and fight enthusiasts are talking about broken hands, lucky punches and the merits of a third fight between the two.E. Spencer Kyte of Keyboard Kimura wants to remind...
>> keyboardkimura.blogspot.com/2009/06...
 
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