The Croatian Crippler is on location in Winnipeg Manitoba covering both Stipe Miocic and Igor Pokrajac prior to their up coming bouts on Saturday. Check in daily for all the exclusive videos, pictures and reports from the week here in Winnipeg. Written by Mike " Croatian Crippler" Rozic You can follow me on Twitter @Crocrippler or on Facebook @ Croatian … [Read more...] about Exclusive UFC 161 coverage by The Croatian Crippler
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Miocic to fight Big Country at UFC 161
By 56 CommentsIn what will be the biggest fight of his career, it has just been announced that Croatian-American Stipe Miocic will now fight Roy "Big Country" Nelson at UFC 161 from the MTS Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada on June 15th. Nelson is riding a three-fight win streak, having won all three contests by first round KO. As the 6th ranked UFC Heavyweight, it makes the most … [Read more...] about Miocic to fight Big Country at UFC 161
History made in Zagreb
By 37 CommentsIt was a memorable night in Zagreb, Croatia Friday night as 15,000 Croatians packed Arena Zagreb to witness history. In attendance were fellow Croatian sportsmen Mario Mandzukic and Goran Ivanisevic to watch fighting legend Mirko "CroCop" Filipovic win the K1 World Grand Prix Championship. The aging Filipovic (38 years old) secured the title with a unanimous decision win over … [Read more...] about History made in Zagreb
K1 Grand Prix in Zagreb, CroCop in Final 8
By 26 CommentsHistory will be made in Zagreb, Croatia on March 15th, 2013. It will be the first time a combat sport event of this magnitude will be held in Croatia. It is also the first time the K1 Grandprix finals has been held outside of Japan. This event could lead to other big name companies such as the UFC to take a look at Croatia as a potential venue for an event if all goes well. The … [Read more...] about K1 Grand Prix in Zagreb, CroCop in Final 8
Pokrajac added to UFC 161 in Winnipeg
By 11 CommentsIt will be a Croatian Festa on June 15th in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada as it was announced today that Igor Pokrajac will face Ryan Jimmo at UFC 161. It was announced last week that Stipe Miocic would also be on the UFC 161 card. With Pokrajac and Miocic both on the Winnipeg card it will be the first time the two Croatian fighters will compete on the same … [Read more...] about Pokrajac added to UFC 161 in Winnipeg
Miocic returns to the Octagon at UFC 161
By 10 CommentsCleveland-born Croatian heavyweight Stipe Miocic will return to action at UFC 161 after a 9-month layoff from the Octagon. The event will take place at the MTS Center in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada against newly signed UFC heavyweight Soa Palelei. Palelei was signed this week by the UFC after posting a 10-1 record after losing his only fight inside the octagon via TKO to … [Read more...] about Miocic returns to the Octagon at UFC 161
Croatian Crippler checks in with Zelg Galesic
By 8 CommentsI had the opportunity to interview Croatian MMA fighter Zelg Galesic prior to his upcoming title fight in the UCMMA promotion. Galesic is an MMA veteran and has fought all over the world, including in Pride and the Dream promotions. Galesic also held the Cage Rage promotion title and is known for his aggressive striking prowess in the cage. Tune in to Galesic’s light … [Read more...] about Croatian Crippler checks in with Zelg Galesic
Return of a Croatian boxing legend?
By 39 CommentsPhoto: Fightsite.hr The rumors are swirling on boxing sites worldwide that one-time boxing champion Željko Mavrović is looking to come out of retirement. Mavrović's last bout in 1998 was against another legend and champion in Lennox Lewis, when he lost a decison on points. The Croatian heavyweight boxing legend left the sport with an impressive 27 wins and one loss. 22 of … [Read more...] about Return of a Croatian boxing legend?
Pokrajac loss to Beltran overturned
By 14 CommentsIt was revealed Thursday that Igor Pokrajac's last opponent had a little help during their battle at UFC on FX 6 held in Australia. "The Mexicutioner" Joey Beltran tested positive for a banned performance enhancing drug prior to the bout. Beltran tested positive for nandrolone, a banned steroid. The Mexican light heavyweight received a nine-month suspension and upon his return … [Read more...] about Pokrajac loss to Beltran overturned