Nate “The Great” Marquardt began his professional mixed martial arts career a little over a decade ago.  Since then, he has become a dominating fighter, racking up an impressive 30-9-2 record across various promotions.

Back in Sept., Marquardt defeated Brazilian Top Team’s Rousimar Palhares with a definitive first round stoppage due to strikes.  Palhares immediately protested the decision, while still on his back, accusing Marquardt of “greasing”. Ring officials immediately checked Marquardt ... 

Last week on the Savage Dog Show, Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker gave listeners an insight into what could possibly be the return of the face of women’s MMA, Gina “Conviction” Carano. After her loss to current 145lb champ, Cristaine Santos aka “Cyborg” back in August of last year, Carano took some time away from the cage to pursue other interests, namely acting.

"What does the UFC-WEC Merger do for Mixed Martial Arts?"

That seems to be the question on everyone’s mind, even though we’re getting close to being one full week removed from the stunning major announcement.

Finally – The UFC has made a move that’s sure to make a lot of fight fans happy! In a media conference call today, Ultimate Fighting Championship® President Dana White announced that they are adding two new championship divisions at bantamweight (135lbs.) and featherweight (145lbs.), while also announcing a new television deal with the VERSUS Network to air four UFC fights in 2011.