Will UFC 131 Signify the End of Shane Carwin Swansong?

It’s only a matter of a couple of days until we know the outcome of the various fights scheduled to take place at UFC 131, but the tension has almost become overbearing; leaving nothing but speculation as a solace.

But the fight that every MMA fans has on his or her lips is the Heavyweight title eliminator fight between the grizzled UFC veteran fighter, Shane Carwin and Junior Dos Santos.

Accessing the UFC 131 live stream might not be bad idea.

Mere days before the fight, many observers have installed Dos Santos as the outright favorite to clinch the fight and also nail down his place opposite Cain Velasquez in the UFC Heavyweight title bout.

The question is not, in any way directed towards the fighting capabilities of Dos Santos. Anybody in their senses will know the impact of the Brazilian fighter’s punches.

But his question is directed at the man in the opposite corner, Shane ‘The Engineer’ Carwin. Will this fight end in ignominy for him? He will enter the ring for the first time since his loss to Brock Lesnar at UFC 116; a two year gap.

Earlier, Shane was supposed to face another veteran making his debut in UFC – John Olav Einemo. But Lesnar’s withdrawal meant that another credible face was required to compete against Dos Santos.

And trust me; when it comes to credibility, there isn’t a more credible face in the heavyweight division than that of Shane Carwin.

Give the devil his due here, that guy has knocked out 12 of his 13 opponents in the very first freaking round!

And people think that he will just roll over against Dos Santos. People say Carwin say should be wary of Dos Santos’ strike punches.

Are people forgetting the way Carwin toyed with the heavyweight fighter Frank Mir at UFC 111?

Those vicious upper cuts that Frank Mir reeling like an unstrung marionette?

Shane Carwin packs a lot of power in his hands and Dos Santos will soon know it too, just like you would, when you watch UFC 131 online or at the venue itself!

UFC 131: Is the Kenny Florian-Diego Nunez Fight in Contention for ‘Fight of the Night’?

As we stand only days away from UFC 131, one cannot stop from looking back and reminiscing over the rise of Kenny Florian from relative obscurity, to the top most echelons of the Featherweight category in the Ultimate Fighting Championships.

Seems as if it was only yesterday when the UFC President, Dana White was in the crowds at Combat Zone 7-Gravel Pit, watching on as Drew Fickett took on an unknown fighter.

White was there to recruit Drew for the first season of the Ultimate Fighter, instead he was forced to look at Drew’s unheralded opponent, Kenny Florian. In the end, Kenny was recruited for the show and rest has become history.

And now, when Kenny is about to headline the upcoming event; a huge demand for the UFC 131 live stream illustrates his popularity with the MMA fans.

At the age of 35, Kenny might look past his prime to many, but his razor sharp elbow strikes are still lethal, and the guy is no pushover himself.

In an interview, Kenny has mentioned his respect for his opponent, Diego Nunez. Kenny clearly has a lot of respect for the young Brazilian and his impressive career record of 16-1. But once they step inside the Octagon ring, Kenny will look to bring him down and go for a knockout.

But there’s one obstacle that stands in Kenny’s way, and that obstacle is the ground skills of Nunez and his penchant for making his opponents tap out to his painful submission maneuvers.

Nunez will be comfortable fighting off his back, but he would have to keep his guard high to protect himself from the vicious elbow strikes. He would be looking to win his second straight fight, ever since he debuted in the UFC.

No doubt, there will be a lot of fans worldwide looking to watch UFC 131 online as the hype associated with the fights is already going through the roofs, which will surely come down as the event kicks off from the Roger Arena, Vancouver.

UFC 131: Will Junior Dos Santos Finish Off the Comeback King Shane Carwin?

Heading into the upcoming UFC 131, this is the big question dominating the minds of each and every MMA fan and enthusiast.

Replacing Brock Lesnar in any type of event is a tough task in itself, but so far so good; Shane Carwin has shown no signs of being overwhelmed by the pressures of making a comeback after such a long time off the ring.

But the odds are stacked against The Engineer, as Carwin is known popularly. Before their upcoming fight at UFC 131 on June, 2011, let’s take a look at the factors favoring Dos Santos.

Junior Dos Santos has managed to light up each and every opponent that he’s faced like the Christmas tree, with his eerily fast-paced offensive.

And looking the prolonged layoff from the Octagon, Carwin will have to be on his toes throughout the entire duration of the match.

Junior’s victory over Mirko “Cro Cop” is the prime example; he spent three rounds pummeling Mirko to seven shades of blue. Odds are one for an encore, to know more, look for a UFC 131 live stream.

Shane’s stamina will come into the equation; since he’s fought only two fights in the last two years. He will be relying on his punches and kicks, but his opponent from Brazil has never been knocked out in his 13 career fights.

All in all, it is highly unlikely that Shane Carwin will be the one to snap Junior Dos Santos’ seven match winning streak and stop him from gaining a shot at the UFC Heavyweight Champion, Cain Velasquez.

But it would be foolhardiness to write off one of the most vicious punchers in the UFC. After spending time on the sidelines, people can question Shane Carwin’s battle preparedness but not his resilience.

After all, it’s a matter of seconds, where a single left hook can leave Junior reeling on his back, vulnerable to one final blow. Catch the action when you choose to watch UFC 131 online, or at the venue. 

Step Aside and Make Way for the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s UFC 131!

If you happen to be a MMA enthusiast, then you are kindly requested to mark out your calendars right now!

Because, one of the most popular MMA stables in the whole wide world – the Ultimate Fighting Championships – is back with a heavyweight offering for its fans.

The UFC 131, that’s right guys – take a note.

And this time, it is loaded with explosive talent right from the bottom, to the very top. As many might have thought, Brock Lesnar’s late and unexpected withdrawal due to injury, has not managed to take off the gloss from this event.

So now, it will be Junior Dos Santos going hammer and tongs with the American fighter Shane Carwin. On the stakes in this fight will be a chance to stamp their name in the Heavyweight Title challenge.

No wonder the Brazilian fighter – Dos Santos will be pumped up for his fight. Lesnar or no Lesnar, Dos Santos knows his way around big match situations.

That match alone has got the fans scramming for a chance to access the UFC 131 live stream.

Hold on! That’s just one match there, where do you think you’re going?

Sit tight! There’s more.

The Cowboy from the World Extreme Cagefighting – Donald Cerrone will look to add to his stupendous tally of 10 victories via submissions, when he takes on the UFC newcomer Vagner Rocha; in the Lightweight division.

Probably one of the most intriguingly poised matchups in recent history, it will be Mark Munoz and Demian Maia clashing in the Middleweight category.

And matching each other, pound to pound, punch to punch will be the heavyweights John Olav Einemo and Dave Herman. Both of these well-built monolith-like fighters will make their debut at UFC 131.

Last but not least, representing the Featherweight category will be Kenny Florian, as he takes on Diego Nunes.

Whether you watch UFC 131 online or are there at the Rogers Arena on June 11, 2011?

Just try not to miss it.