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Second gloves

Michael Woods, ESPN The Magazine

Frank Mir, Anderson Silva, Andre Berto and Kermit Cintron are all top fighters in their respective sports. But they could all make the jump to the other side.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | July 06, 2009

UFC struggles to shake outlaw nature

Michael Woods, ESPN The Magazine

Even as UFC strives for respectability, it can't quite lose its outlaw nature. Gee, wonder why?

Story | Conversation | May 11, 2009

Alvarez out to make a name for himself

Michael Woods, Special to ESPN.com

Bellator lightweight Eddie Alvarez learned firsthand that it's much safer to settle differences in the cage than on the streets, writes Michael Woods.

Story | Conversation | March 28, 2009

Still Lashed to the mast of controversy

Michael Woods, Special to ESPN.com

Is Bobby Lashley a true MMA contender or just another circus sideshow? The answer might take longer to determine now that his bout with Ken Shamrock is DOA, but you can bet the ride to find out will be a wild one.

Story | Conversation | March 17, 2009

Marquardt gets help from St. Pierre

Michael Woods, Special to ESPN.com

Luke Skywalker had Yoda. The Karate Kid had Mr. Miyagi. Who does Nate Marquardt turn to for help in preparation for Wilson Gouveia? Pound-for-pound king Georges St. Pierre, of course!

Story | Conversation | February 13, 2009

Five things we learned from UFC 94

Michael Woods, Special to ESPN.com

Michael Woods looks at what we learned from UFC 94.

Story | Conversation | February 01, 2009

Fighters battled Father Time and themselves at UFC 93

Michael Woods, Special to ESPN.com

Mauricio Rua was once the premier light heavyweight in the MMA world. Not anymore, as he proved Saturday. Michael Woods looks at what else we learned from UFC 93.

Story | Conversation | January 18, 2009

Coleman convinced he still has it

Michael Woods, Special to ESPN.com

At 44 and years past his prime, Mark Coleman is convinced he can still compete at MMA's highest level. A rematch with Mauricio Rua will reveal the truth.

Story | Conversation | January 09, 2009

UFC 92 was a card full of surprises

Michael Woods, Special to ESPN.com

From Frank Mir's display of striking prowess to Wanderlei Silva's lack of resistance, UFC 92 proved to be a bettor's worst nightmare. Michael Woods looks at what we can take away from Saturday's night of upsets.

Story | Conversation | December 29, 2008

Five things we learned from "The Ultimate Fighter" Season 8 finale

Michael Woods, Special to ESPN.com

Ryan Bader's wrestling skills were unmatched inside the "Ultimate Fighter" house, but it was his striking ability that helped him earn a UFC contract. Michael Woods looks at five things we learned from Saturday's finale.

Story | Conversation | December 14, 2008

More stable Sobral ready for Southworth test at Strikeforce

Michael Woods, Special to ESPN.com

Renato Sobral has moved past 2007's "long choke" incident against David Heath and he wants MMA fans to do the same. Step 1 in memory removal comes against Strikeforce champion Bobby Southworth, writes Michael Woods.

Story | Conversation | November 20, 2008

Lesnar proves he has the goods

Michael Woods, Special to ESPN.com

Brock Lesnar proved he has what it takes to compete at the highest level. Michael Woods looks at what else we learned at UFC 91.

Story | Conversation | November 16, 2008

Filho out to set the record straight against Sonnen

Michael Woods, Special to ESPN.com

After a few false starts and a stint in rehab, Paulo Filho is ready to set the record straight against old foe Chael Sonnen on Wednesday.

Story | Conversation | November 03, 2008

Breaking: Another UFC fighter tests positive for steroids

Michael Woods

...got my life together.'" The UFC, which oversaw the drug testing for the fight in England (since MMA is not presently regulated there), will punish Leben with a nine-month suspension, and he will have...

Blog Entry | Conversation | November 03, 2008

What to watch for at UFC 90

Michael Woods, Special to ESPN.com

Patrick "The Predator" Cote isn't showing up for just a paycheck when he enters the cage at UFC 90. The middleweight contender would like nothing more than to upend heavily favored Anderson Silva when they meet on Saturday.

Story | Conversation | October 23, 2008