MMA You Want To Watch This Week 9/6 - 9/12

Here we are again, folks.  It's Monday, and it's time for me to tell you what MMA is gonna be on this week.  You'll have to forgive me if it's a little rushed this time, life and it's petty complications just doesn't seem to want to leave me alone today.  At least there's MMA!  So, here we go...

There's actually a lot going on this week.  The only problem is it's mostly happening all at the same times.  Choices, choices!

Bellator XXVIII

New Orleans, LA

Thursday, Septempter 9, 8pm, FSN

Ok, I'm still bitter about missing Bellator last week.  The sooner they get this FSN thing straightened out, the happier I (and lots of other people) will be.  But, I'm trying to be optimistic about this week.  There are some good fights scheduled, but no tournament action.  I believe that has to do wtih the fact that there's some huge football game happening the same night, and Rebney knows that he's not going to have as many viewers this time around (The fights are in New Orleans, and I think that's the night of the Saints opening game - or something like that).  

But regardless, Bellator has delivered some exciting shows recently, and this one should be no exception.  Included in the lineup Thursday is UFC/TUF vet Rich Clementi, who is fighting Carey Vanier.  We'll also see Georgi Karakhanyan fighting Anthony Leone.  Clementi is 36-16, and is on a 5 win streak coming into this fight, while Vanier was in the lightweight tourney last season, but lost to Toby Imada.  Should be a good show even without tournament fights.

Tachi Palace Fights 6

Lemoore, Ca

Thursday, September 9, 9pm, PPV via gofightlive.tv (and it's only $10!)

The two most noteable names on this card are Kyacey Uscola from last season's TUF, and Razor Rob Mccullough, who once upon a time was the WEC lightweight champ.  And for $10, you get a total of 9 fights on this PPV.  So if FSN decides to be snarky about showing Bellator in your area Thursday night, this is a great way to get your MMA fix.  Just sayin'. 

Shine Fights

Friday, September 10, 9pm, PPV

This event was supposed to happen in Fairfax, Va, but the commission there took exception to the promotion allowing the fans to vote for the first matchups.  So, Shine is taking it to Oklahoma instead.  This is a lightweight GP style event, and includes none other than Charles 'Crazy Horse' Bennett.  Or is that Kid Khaos?  I'm not entirely sure what he's calling himself now, but he's on this card.  Expect something slightly crazy - or chaotic - to happen. 

MFC 26

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Friday, September 10, 10pm, HDNet

There are three reasons you want to watch this event.  First, it's free, on HDNet.  Second, Michael Schiavello commentates MFC.  And third, Jesse Taylor, former TUF cast member, former Strikeforce fighter, and to some, current train wreck, is on this card.

Now, don't get me wrong.  MFC generally puts on some solid shows and is pretty entertaining.  And this card features Antonio McKee, one of the most experienced, successful  fighters (26-3) that casual fans have never heard of.  It should be a good show overall, and heck, it's free!  What have you got to lose?

Shark Fights 13

Amarillo, TX

Saturday, September 11, 10pm, PPV

I think this one pretty much speaks for itself.  Keith Jardine, Houston Alexander, Sokoudjou, Trevor Prangley, Paul Daley, Jorge Masvidal...  you so want to watch this.  I know I do.  Sherdog.com is also going to be streaming the undercard, so you'll get to see the whole thing.  Sweet, right? 

That's it for this Monday, kids.  Lots to watch, lots to choose from this week.  Enjoy!!