Photo: 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?
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Pokrajac loss to Beltran overturned
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It 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
World Handball Championship Preivew
By 5 CommentsThe 2013 men's handball world championships kicks off Saturday for Croatia as they look to continue their streak of being in the medals at major tournaments. The tournament will be hosted by Spain, and given Europe's domination in handball, 12 of the 24 teams are European. In the group stage, there will be four groups of six, with the top four from each advancing to … [Read more...] about World Handball Championship Preivew
Crocop ends 2012 with return to MMA
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Fourteen months has passed since we last seen the Croatian legend Mirko CroCop compete in Mixed Martial Arts. Mirko's last outing in mixed martial arts was a third round loss to Roy Nelson under the UFC brand. Filipovic stepped back into the sport on New Year's Eve in Japan, and gave his fans a more positive memory to remember him by. The Croatian faced Shinichi Suzukawa … [Read more...] about Crocop ends 2012 with return to MMA
Medveščak making a name in EBEL
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Day 99 of the NHL lockout, and there is no end in site. Europe, on the other hand, is continuing to bring the great game to the world, and Croatia’s KHL Medveščak is leading the charge. The Bears, who play in Austria’s Erste Bank Ice Hockey League (EBEL), are Croatia’s lone representative in European hockey. The team has recently been slated to join Russia’s KHL next season, … [Read more...] about Medveščak making a name in EBEL
The Return of “THE DUKE”
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Photo: UFC Igor Pokrajac will step back into the Octagon Friday night replacing fellow Croatian light heavyweight Anthony Perosh, after Perosh suffered a horrific toe injury in training. Pokrajac's opponent will be "The Mexicutioner" Joey Beltran, and you may recognize the name as a former opponent of Stipe Miocic. Beltran has recently left the heavyweight division in … [Read more...] about The Return of “THE DUKE”
No NHL? No Problem.
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No NHL? No problem. Croatia's top hockey team, KHL Medvescak has been on fire. The team has broken a franchise record, winning nine games in a row, and have just recently won their 101st league game since their inception in the EBEL four years ago. Kyle Greentree is the first player on the team to reach 10 goals, scoring his 12th this week in only 18 games, while … [Read more...] about No NHL? No Problem.
Stipe Miocic returns at UFC on Fuel 5
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Photo: CroatianSports.com The "Croatian Crippler" Mike Rožić caught up with undefeated UFC Heavyweight Stipe Miocic prior to his departure to the United Kingdom this past week. Miocic and Rožić chatted about several things including his up coming bout versus the "Skyscraper" Stefan Struve this Saturday night. Miocic vs Struve is the main event of the UFC on Fuel TV 5 … [Read more...] about Stipe Miocic returns at UFC on Fuel 5
Pokrajac UFC 152 Interview
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The Croatian Crippler caught up with "The Duke" Igor Pokrajac via telephone from his hotel room in Toronto, Ontario, Canada prior to the UFC 152 weigh-ins. Pokrajac and the Crippler chatted about many things including his preparation for this bout, the Croatian National Team and his new addition to the Pokrajac family. Enjoy the audio interview and make sure to tune in to … [Read more...] about Pokrajac UFC 152 Interview
