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A great drill to improve your counters, combos and composure in the pocket

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A great drill to improve your counters, combos and composure in the pocket

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The Clinch #6-Back in Town, Season 2 Premiere

Jimin and Rico go face to face for the first time to record the show. We start Season 2 off right with a discussion of TJ Dillashaw,...

To wrap up the summer, we discuss Rico's fight with a freak athlete, what happens when a boxing ring becomes a circle, explore the...

By Jimin Kim In an age of cops, lawyers and computer wizzes, the point of fighting, specifically training to fight seems to go...

This week, we discuss Rico's new kickboxing coach, dissect Lion Fight 17, play funky Thai music and talk big UFC news. Silva vs. Diaz...

By Ricardo Jean-Pierre In striking, the southpaw has always been seen as having an edge when challenging orthodox fighters. But, two men...

We chat about Conor McGregor and Rico's NYC adventure to the world-famous muay thai gym, The Wat. #akb #theclinch #ufc #ufcdublin...

1. Conor McGregor "We're not here to take part, we're here to take over." McGregor is the torchbearer for Irish fighters in MMA with his unique striking game and ability to back up his bravado.
2. Jose Aldo Left hook to right leg kick from hell. Aldo's explosive striking game and brilliant takedown defense puts him at the 145 lb throne.
3. Frankie Edgar The former UFC lightweight champion's domination of Cub Swanson was a major statement to title contenders.
4. Chad Mendes Mendes' power and newfound striking skills gave the champ, Jose Aldo, his toughest challenge to date.
5. Max Holloway The young striking talent has been climbing up the featherweight rankings and his win over Cub Swanson established him as a serious contender.
6. Ricardo Lamas Despite his loss to Jose Aldo, Lamas remains one of the toughest contenders in the division with his KO power and wrestling ability.
7. Jeremy Stephens Stephens throws everything with bad intentions. "Lil' Heathen" aims to climb the ranks with his notorious power.
8. Charles Oliveira
9. Cub Swanson The definition of creativity in the ring, Swanson's unorthodox, yet accurate stand-up makes him a nightmare for many.
10. Dennis Bermudez The Ultimate Fighter finalist is now a formidable contender in the featherweight division with his explosive striking and wrestling skills.