Mirko Cro Cop vs Sergei Kharitonov to Main Event Glory 17

Mirko Cro Cop vs Sergei Kharitonov to Main Event Glory 17
by Chris Houten - @mrhouts

Two former Pride superstars have verbally agreed to face each other in a kickboxing match at Glory 17.

Mirko 'Cro Cop' Filipovic will take on fellow Eastern European Sergei Kharitonov in the main event at GLORY 17: 'Los Angeles'.

Glory 17 takes place June 21st at The Forum, Inglewood, California. Previous Glory events have been made available to UK viewers through BT Sports, however broadcast information for this event has yet to be confirmed.

Fighting for the second under the Glory banner, Mirko Cro Cop enters the bout looking to bounce back from a decision losses to Remy Bonjasky at Glory 14 in his home nation of Croatia.

A legend in combat sports, Mirko Cro Cop, is the only fighter in combat sports history to win and K-1 and Pride FC Grand Prix; he also hold the Pride record for most finishes with 16.

Having fought MMA rules under the Pride, Dream, and the UFC banner, Cro Cop returned to kickboxing in 2012, where he originally made his name, to defeat Ray Sefo in his return bout, before putting together a series of victories on route to winning K1 World Grand Prix 2012. Cro Cop entered the bout with a 22-8 kickboxing record; the bout with Kharitonov will mark the first time Cro Cop has fought in the US in a kickboxing fight.

Ranked at 8 in the Glory Heavyweight rankings, Kharitonov makes a quick return to the ring having recently lost by unanimous decision to Anderson "Braddock" Silva in the heavyweight "contender" tournament at  last weeks GLORY 16: "Denver."

A 25 fight professional mixed martial arts fighter, Kharitonov who holds notable MMA wins over Fabricio Wedum, Alistair Overeem, and Andrei Arlovski, made the switch to kicking boxing when he joined Glory in 2012. Since joining the promotion the Russian has put together a 2-2 record with wins over Daniel Sam and Jerome Le Banner, and losses coming to number 2 ranked heavyweight Ricco Verhoeven and the aforementioned Anderson Silva.

Also on the card is a 4 man featherweight tournament featuring former WEC champion Miguel Torres, making his promotional debut.

Stay tuned to KingdomMMA.co.uk for all the latest on Glory 17

UFC Fight Night 40 - UK Betting Odds

UFC Fight Night 40 - UK Betting Odds

The UFC is back this weekend, and with it comes a chance to make some serious cash with the right bet. Kingdom MMA have teamed up with William Hill to bring those who fancy a little flutter the latest clear cut, UFC betting odds - Good Luck, and don't miss out on your free £25 bet below!

Preliminary Card
8/5 Anthony Lapsley v Albert Tumenov 1/2 
4/9 Justin Salas v Ben Wall 7/4
5/2 Manvel Gamburyan v Nik Lentz 3/10 
2/9 Eddie Wineland v Johnny Eduardo 16/5 
3/10 Yan Cabral v Zak Cummings 5/2
8/15 Kyoji Horiguchi v Darrell Montague 6/4
EVS Ed Herman v Rafael Natal 4/5 

Main Card
EVS Chris Cariaso v Louis Smolka 4/5
4/9 Soa Palelei v Ruan Potts 7/4 
21/10 Neil Magny v Tim Means 4/11 
3/10 Erik Koch v Daron Cruickshank 5/2
7/4 Costas Philippou v Lorenz Larkin 4/9 
7/4 Matt Brown v Erick Silva 4/9 

Anthony Rumble Johnson vs Rogerio Minotouro Nogueira set for UFC on Fox 12 in San Jose

Anthony Rumble Johnson vs Rogerio Minotouro Nogueira set for UFC on Fox 12 in San Jose 
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Light Heavyweights Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson and Rogerio ‘Minotouro’ Nogueria will collide at UFC on Fox 12 in San Jose, California. The FOX card will take place at the SAP center on 26th July. UFC officials confirm the bout this afternoon.

After being cut from the UFC back in January 2012 following a loss to Vitor Belfort after failing to make weight, Johnson has been on a tear in different promotions such as Titan Fighting Championships, XFL and World Series of Fighting and is currently riding an impressive 7 fight win streak. In WSOF he amassed victories over recently resigned UFC heavyweight Andrei Arlovski at Heavyweight and Strikeforce/UFC vet Mike Kyle.

Johnson made his much anticipated return to the UFC last month in Baltimore at UFC 172 and gained an impressive victory over highly ranked Light Heavyweight contender Phil Davis dominating him over 3 rounds to a decision victory.

It’s been quite a different story for Rogerio Minotouro Nogueria in recent times. Having not fought since a Unanimous Decision victory over Rashad Evans on Feb 8 2013 and before that he last fought in 2011, Nogueria has remained sidelined due to injury. He was originally scheduled to fight Alexander Gustaffson at UFC Fight Night London back in March but was forced to pull out due to a back injury more or less straight after the bout was announced.

A scalp over long time Light Heavyweight contender Rashad Evans in his last outing in the UFC looked promising for Nogueria before his injury and he will hope to bring that momentum into this fight with Rumble Johnson who is full of confidence and will be looking to defeat Nogueria as he looks at getting closer to a shot at Jon Jones 205lb title.

This bout promises to have fireworks as Johnson is on a tear and seemingly heading towards being a top contender in the Light Heavyweight division and Nogueria is more or less fighting to stay relevant in the top 10 of the division. A win for either fighter really puts the division on notice.

Stay tuned to KingdomMMA.co.uk in the coming weeks for more fight card news regarding UFC on Fox 12.

Jefferson George and Jordan Miller Meet for WFS Lightweight Title

Jefferson George and Jordan Miller Meet for WFS Lightweight Title  
by Chris Houten - @mrhouts

3 time BAMMA competitor Jefferson George is set to take on 22 fight veteran Jordan Miller at Warrior Fight Series for the Lightweight title at the promotions debut show.

WFS MMA 1 takes place on June 14th at the White Oaks Centre in Swanley, Kent. Tickets are on sale HERE.

A product of Morefire Icon Jui Jitsu in Luton, George who's nick name is 'Shadow Demon Blaximus' is 4-2 in his professional career with all 3 his 4 victories coming by way of submission.

George who recently defeated Jack Grant at BAMMA 15, will hope to build on that victory when he heads to Poland May 17th to fight at KSW 17, before returning to fight for the WSF Lightweight Title in June. He said:

“It’s a great opportunity for me to fight my first title. Jordan is a solid competitor whose only losses have been against opponents who have gone on to have great careers at the higher levels of international MMA. [WSF promotor] Harry’s [Shoebridge] a top guy and WFS should be the start of a fantastic promotion. He’s got a great pedigree and it’s going be good to see Harry stand on his own two feet and show the world what he can do. Looking forward to June 14th and if anyone wants to come along get in touch ASAP as there are limited tickets available. Look forward to the fireworks.”

His opponent, game UK veteran Jordan Miller enter the bout with an official record of 8-14 but is believe to have an even great record if you include unrecorded bouts. A pro since 2005, shared the cage with many other world class fighters such as Jason Young, Ronnie Mann, Brad Pickett, Andre Winner, and more. Entering the bout on a 2 fight losing streak, Miller who has had mixed success on the ground with 5 victories and 11 losses by submission, said:

 “I’m very happy to be fighting on WFS, I’ve re-evaluated my training and my corner, so a different fighter will be stepping into the cage come June 14th. As for my opponent, Jefferson who…?? I’m only joking, it’ll be a good fight, guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser.”

Stay tuned to KingdomMMA.co.uk for all the latest on WSF MMA 1

Jim Alers vs Lucas Martins Set for UFC Fight Night 45

Jim Alers vs Lucas Martins Set for UFC Fight Night 45
by Chris Houten - @mrhouts

Former Cage Warriors Featherweight champion Jim Alers will make his along awaited return Stated side to face Lucas Martins at UFC Fight Night 45 in New Jersey.

UFC Fight Night 45 takes place July 16 at Revel Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey and is headlined by top 10 ranked lightweight Jim Miller and Donald Cerrone. The main card air live in the UK on BT Sports following prelims on UFC Fight Pass. It is not know yet if Alers vs Martins will feature on the main card or the fightpass prelims.

Fighting out of Orlando, Florida, Jim Alers (13-1 MMA, 1-0 UFC) is some what of a stranger when it comes to fighting in The States having fought outside of his home country in his last 6 fights. A brown belt in BJJ, the former kindergarden teach burst on the the international scene under the Cage Warriors banner where he put together a 7 fight win streak which saw the 27 year old earn the promotions featherweight title - vacated by Conor McGregor, and defend it on two occasions.

Following and impressive stoppage win over Graham Turner at Cage Warriors 63, Alers joined the UFC where Alers made his octagon debut, coming away with a split decision over fellow newcomer Alan Omer at UFC Fight Night 39, in Abu Dhabi.

Fighting for the 4th time for the UFC, Lucas Martins makes his featherweight debut against Alers having previously fought at both Lightweight and Bantamweight for the promotion.

A product of Chute Box in Brazil, Martins (14-1 MMA, 2-1 UFC) made his UFC debut against fellow Brazilian Edson Barboza who he lost to by first round TKO, marking the first lost for Martins career. Martins bounced back from the loss to Barboza with a TKO victory over Jeremy Larson before dropping to bantamweight to defeat Ramiro Hernandez by rear naked choke.

A lethal finisher, Martins has taken all but one of his career victories inside the distance, with 9 victories coming by TKO and 4 by submission.

Stay tuned to kingdommma.co.uk for all the latest on UFC Fight Night 45

KSW 27: Cage Time (Fight Card)

KSW 27: Cage Time
Date: May 17th, 2014
Ergo Arena, Gdansk, Poland
Stream : kwstv.com

Main Card
Mamed Khalidov vs Maiquel Falcao
Mariusz Pudzianowski vs Oli Thompson
Aslambek Saidov Borys Mankowski
Karolina Kowalkiewicz vs Jasminka Cive
Mateusz Gamrot vs Jefferson George
TBA vs Tomasz Nakun

Preliminary Card
Rafal Blachuta vs Luiz Ricardo Simon
Lukasz Chlewicki vs Lukasz Rajewski

Pro Picks: UK MMA's Finest Weigh In on Wallhead vs Roberts

Pro Picks: UK MMA's Finest Weigh In on Wallhead vs Roberts

by  Chris Houten - @mrhouts

On Saturday night two of the best Welterweights in the UK will meet in the cage in a bout that will likely determine who is the number one contender in a ridiculously stacked Cage Warriors welterweight division. One, is one of the best welterweights the UK has ever known with over 10 years of professional MMA experience, the other a game newcomer tipped for the top. The two men in question are Jim Wallhead and Danny Roberts, and Saturday night will see both men go toe-to-toe in one of the biggest fights the UK sees this year.

So who wins? We caught up with over 25 of the finest fighters from the UK and Ireland to ask them how they see the big fight going. From Cage Warriors champions, to Bamma stars, to UFC standouts and even a couple of Bellator fighters. We have got their opinions on Wallhead vs Roberts, who wins, how they win, and exactly why you need to watch it.

Brett Johns
Cage Warriors Bantamweight, Former Cage Warriors Champion | Twitter: @36johns
I genuinely dont know how that fight is going to go down, im a big fan of both of these guys! I really like Danny, he's a sound guy and im a big fan of his fighting style, but I think Jimmy has an edge on the experience side of things, fighting for a world title and his time in Bellator. I think this will be an edge in this fight! I dont want to pick a winner but I got Jimmy wallhead by decision! Although im not counting "Hot Chocolate" out - Good luck lads!

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - Decision

Phil Harris
UFC Flyweight | Twitter: @Philharrismma
I would say Wallhead by decision.

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - Decision

Benny Alloway
Cage Warriors Welterweight, Former UFC Welterweight | Twitter: @bennyblancomma
Tough one to call, it could be fight of the year or it could fizzle out. I'd say Wallhead by decision.

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - Decision

Colin Fletcher
Bamma Lightweight, Former UFC Lightweight | Twitter: @dr_freakshow
Im gonna go Jimmy via 2nd round ground n poudskius maximus

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - TKO / KO RD 2

Jack Mason
Cage Warriors Welterweight | Twitter: @JackStoneMason
This is a great fight, probably one of the biggest domestic fights this year to be honest. I’m a fan of both and they are both great guys but I’m not going to sit on the fence on this one; I think Roberts takes this fight, he’s solid in all areas, his stand up is great, his wrestling is good and his grappling is very underrated. Wallhead is very well rounded too and has big fight experience, I just think the X factor here is Roberts athleticism and will to win. I see Roberts taking this by decision beating Wallhead to the punch standing and taking Wallhead down synching the rounds on the judge’s scorecards.

Prediction: Danny Roberts - Decision

Walter Gahadza
UWC Welterweight Champion | Twitter: @WalterGahadza
This will bee a very good fight. I'll go with Wallhead, experience and versatile style.

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - No Method Given

Curt Warburton
Cage Warriors Lightweight, Former Bamma Lightweight Champion | Twitter: @curtwarburton
That's a tough one. Wallhead is one of the best WW in Europe and Roberts has not fought anyone like Wallhead before, but saying that Roberts is growing with each fight and we have not seen the best of his striking just yet.... I Am just concerned the Wallhead fight will come to soon. If Wallhead turns it into a wrestling fight with G&P I see him winning. If not it could go either way.

Prediction: None Given 

Jimi Manuwa
UFC Light-Heavyweight | Twitter: @posterboyjm
Wallhead stoppage

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - TKO or Submission

Rob Sinclair
Bellator Lightweight, Former Bamma Lightweight Champion | Twitter: @robc4sinclair
I think Wallhead will win a decision. I think he will find away to use his experience to nullify Roberts boxing speed. Wallhead, decision win.

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - Decision

Ryan Scope
Bamma & Made 4 the Cage Welterweight | Twitter: @ryanscope1
I've trained with Jimmy a few times so gotta go with him. Roberts is really good but I think Jimmys experience and toughness will win him the fight.

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - No Method Given

Lewis Long
Cage Warriors Lightweight | Twitter: @lew_long
It's a fucking cracking fight !! I can see wallhead taking the UD.

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - Decision

Paul Redmond
Cage Warriors Lightweight | Twitter: @RedserMma
Seen Danny's last few fights and he's looked really impressive, his standup is really crisp. As everyone knows Jimmys got some tasty throws and serious submissions. Roberts did well with the last grappler he faced but Jim's on the next level. If he can avoid the takedowns and keep it on the outside with strikes, plus its in his hometown it will defo give him an advantage. I got Roberts by Decision

Prediction: Danny Roberts - Decision

Michael Page
Bellator Welterweight | Twitter: @michaelpage247
Well Jimmy has done his training camp here with me at London Shoot so I’ve seen first hand what he’s going to do to Roberts. He’s going to man handle him plan and simple and if he’s feeling friendly end his night early with a KO

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - TKO / KO

Spencer Hewitt
Cage Warriors Flyweight | Twitter: @hewittmma
Bro, I think its going to be a war. Could go either way as both are top fighters. I can't predict who will win but think its not going 3 rounds.

Prediction: None Given 

Alex Enlund
Cage Warriors Featherweight | Twitter: @alexenlund
I actually don't have a clue,  that' why I am so excited to see it. Both guys could win but I expect it to be a decision.

Prediction: None Given

Shajidul Haque
Cage Warriors Flyweight | Twitter: @supermanshaj
I haven't seen too much either fighter, but from what I have, I think the fight will go the distance, and Roberts will win the decision.

Prediction: Danny Roberts - Decision

Chi Lewis-Perry
ONE FC Heavyweight | Twitter:  @ThebossmanCLP
I like Wallhead for this match up. I like his aggressive one pace style - never afraid to go forward even when hurt, that's tough to deal with. I see his constant pressure going the distance but winning him a unanimous decision.

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - Decision

Benny Carr
Bamma Welterweight | Twitter: @BennyCarrMMA
I predict Wallhead wins via that left hook in 2nd round.

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - TKO / KO RD 2

Matt Inman
Cage Warriors Welterweight | Twitter: @mattinman86
I'm siding with the underdog on this one, most people I've talked to about this are saying Jimmy but I think Danny has a really tricky and fast southpaw style and he can grind it out when he needs to, I think he goes in as the hungrier fighter with more to gain, and the home crowd factor shouldn't be underestimated. Very hard fight to call though.

Prediction: Danny Roberts - Decision

Jason Cooledge
Cage Warriors Lightweight | Twitter: @theanimaljac
I think Roberts takes the fight on a close decision, he will stay on the outside and out point to win.

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - Decision

Lee Chadwick
OMMAC & FCC Middleweight Champion | Twitter: @Lee_the_butcher
I think Danny will win via TKO or decision. It'll be a tough fight for both fighters.

Prediction: Danny Roberts - TKO or Decision

Jordan Desborough
Cage Warriors Bantamweight | Twitter: @TeamHandsomeMMA
The match up between Wallhead and Roberts is undoubtedly one if the best domestic MMA fights we will see this year. Roberts is a top Contender in the Cage Warriors welterweight division and in my opinion a future champion. Having said that I think Wallhead's experience and fighting style will be too much of a problem for Roberts at the present time and can see him winning a decision. The experience in big fights could be a deciding factor. Whoever wins on May 3rd will cement their place as the Number one contender to the welterweight title.

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - Decision

Jake Bostwick
Cage Warriors Welterweight | Twitter: @jakebostwick
It's a very tough fight for them both but think Wallhead could grind the fight and take a decision! If it's a striking game then it’s Roberts fight! A very interesting match up

Prediction: None Given

Jason Ball
Cage Warriors Lightweight | Twitter: @Daddycoolmma
Wallhead has the experience, Roberts has the record. I'm going Judo Jimmy by decision.

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - Decision

Neil Seery
UFC Flyweight, Former Cage Warriors Flyweight Champion | Twitter: @NeilSeeryMMA
Think it will be a cracking fight. If Wallhead turns up to fight the way he can its all his

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - No Method Given

Tim Newman
Bamma Lightweight | Twitter: @timnewman9
Wallhead wins! He's too experienced in all areas of the game. He'll get the TKO in RD 3.

Prediction: Jim Wallhead - TKO RD 3

Charlie Watts
Cage Warriors Welterweight | Twitter: @watts_charlie
I'm with Danny Roberts

Prediction: Danny Roberts - No Method Given

Thats what the pro's think, let us know who you think will win in the comments section.