UFC 159

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  • 2013
  • 1 Season

UFC 159 is a mixed martial arts (MMA) event operated by Zuffa LLC. The event took place on April 27th, 2013, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, and was broadcasted live on pay-per-view. The main event of the evening featured Jon Jones, the reigning UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, defending his title against Chael Sonnen, a former Middleweight title contender. Jones had been dominant in his previous eight title defenses, while Sonnen was known for his wrestling skills and trash-talking.

The co-main event saw Michael Bisping, a British fighter with a reputation for his striking skills and toughness, take on Alan Belcher, an American fighter with a background in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The winner of the fight was expected to climb the rankings in the Middleweight division and move closer to a title shot.

Other notable fights on the card included Phil Davis vs. Vinny Magalhaes, Roy Nelson vs. Cheick Kongo, and Jim Miller vs. Pat Healy.

The Davis vs. Magalhaes fight was a matchup between two highly skilled grapplers. Davis, a former NCAA wrestler, was known for his unorthodox striking style and his ability to control fights on the ground. Magalhaes, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialist, had won several grappling competitions and had a reputation for submitting his opponents. The winner of the fight was expected to move closer to a title shot in the Light Heavyweight division.

The Nelson vs. Kongo bout was a heavyweight matchup between two fighters with contrasting styles. Nelson, a stocky fighter with a powerful right hand, was known for his knockout power and his ability to absorb punishment. Kongo, a tall and athletic fighter with a background in kickboxing, was known for his striking skills and his ability to keep fights at range. The winner of the fight was expected to continue climbing the rankings in the heavyweight division.

The Miller vs. Healy fight was a lightweight matchup between two fighters with a reputation for their toughness and their ability to finish fights. Miller, a veteran of the UFC, had a vast repertoire of submissions and strikes and was known for his relentlessness in the cage. Healy, a former Strikeforce fighter, was on a six-fight winning streak and was eager to make a statement in his UFC debut. The winner of the fight was expected to move closer to a title shot in the Lightweight division.

Overall, UFC 159 was a highly anticipated event that showcased some of the best fighters in the world. The main event between Jones and Sonnen was particularly hyped, as Sonnen's trash-talking had created a lot of buzz in the MMA community. Despite being a heavy underdog, Sonnen promised to shock the world and pull off the upset. However, Jones proved to be too dominant, using his striking and grappling skills to finish Sonnen in the first round with a series of elbows and punches.

The co-main event between Bisping and Belcher was also highly entertaining, with both fighters exchanging strikes and grappling attempts throughout the three-round fight. In the end, Bisping was awarded a controversial decision victory, with many fans and analysts believing that Belcher had done enough to win.

The Davis vs. Magalhaes fight was a technical grappling battle, with both fighters spending much of the fight on the ground. Davis was able to control the action, using his wrestling skills to keep Magalhaes on his back and neutralize his submission attempts. In the end, Davis won a unanimous decision victory.

The Nelson vs. Kongo fight was a slugfest, with both fighters exchanging heavy shots and trying to knock each other out. Nelson was able to land the decisive blow, knocking out Kongo with a powerful overhand right in the first round.

The Miller vs. Healy fight was a gritty back-and-forth battle, with both fighters showing off their toughness and their skill sets. In the end, Healy was able to secure a submission victory in the third round, cementing his status as a top contender in the Lightweight division.

Overall, UFC 159 was a highly entertaining event that delivered on its promises of high-level MMA action and exciting finishes. With several intriguing matchups and standout performances from many of the fighters on the card, it was a night to remember for MMA fans around the world.

UFC 159 is a series that ran for 1 seasons (11 episodes) between September 9, 2013 and on Zuffa LLC

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Seasons
Jon Jones vs. Chael Sonnen
11. Jon Jones vs. Chael Sonnen
September 9, 2013
Fresh from their stint as coaches on TUF 17 UFC champion and king of the light heavyweight division, Jon Jones returns to New Jersey to face one of the most polarizing figures in MMA; Chael Sonnen, the self-proclaimed 'Gangster from West Linn'.
Michael Bisping vs. Alan Belcher
10. Michael Bisping vs. Alan Belcher
September 9, 2013
The long-running feud between Michael Bisping and Alan Belcher comes to a head at UFC 159, and both men are eager to settle their differences in a true grudge match.
Roy Nelson vs. Cheick Kongo
9. Roy Nelson vs. Cheick Kongo
September 9, 2013
A veteran of nearly seven years in the UFC, Cheick Kongo has stood the test of time, winner of three of his last four bouts; the French fighting pioneer now faces Roy Nelson, a jiu-jitsu black belt who has transformed into the most feared knockout artist in the division.
Phil Davis vs. Vinny Magalhaes
8. Phil Davis vs. Vinny Magalhaes
September 9, 2013
One of the top jiu-jitsu practitioners in mixed martial arts, Brazil's Vinny Magalhaes made a triumphant return to the UFC in September after more than three years away, now he has his sights set on Phil Davis who's looking to get back in the title picture after an interesting 2012.
Jim Miller vs. Pat Healy
7. Jim Miller vs. Pat Healy
September 9, 2013
Pat Healy's an old school competitor who came up the hard way and won six fights in a row in Strikeforce before getting the call to return to the UFC for the first time since 2006 now he faces New Jersey born and bred, Jim Miller with his elite talent level and Garden State blue collar work ethic.
Rustam Khabilov vs. Yancy Medeiros
6. Rustam Khabilov vs. Yancy Medeiros
September 9, 2013
Unbeaten as a pro, Hawaii's Yancy Medeiros battled it out locally and in Strikeforce now he gets his chance to shine in the UFC when he battles a fairly new addition to the lightweight roster Russia's Rustam Khabilov; everyone's favorite 2012 rookie.
Gian Villante vs. Ovince Saint Preux
5. Gian Villante vs. Ovince Saint Preux
September 9, 2013
A former standout on the University of Tennessee's football team, Ovince St. Preux parlayed his athletic ability into a successful mixed martial arts career thus far, but the 30-year-old has to take care of Long Island's Gian Villante tonight if he wants to continue on his road to the top.
Sara McMann vs. Sheila Gaff
4. Sara McMann vs. Sheila Gaff
September 9, 2013
Germany's top female mixed martial artist, Sheila Gaff comes to the UFC having ended all ten of her wins by knockout or submission now she faces 2004 Olympic Silver medal winner Sara McMann looking to wrestle her way to a W in her UFC debut.
Bryan Caraway vs. Johnny Bedford
3. Bryan Caraway vs. Johnny Bedford
September 9, 2013
Former teammates on Mayhem Miller's Ultimate Fighter 14 squad, Bryan Caraway and veteran Johnny Bedford now collide in an effort to make a move forward in the crowded UFC bantamweight division.
Leonard Garcia vs. Cody McKenzie
2. Leonard Garcia vs. Cody McKenzie
September 9, 2013
Fight of the Night award winner Leonard Garcia's wild swinging style has endeared him to fans around the world and now he pits that style against fellow crowd pleaser TUF's Cody McKenzie who possesses one of the deadliest finishers in MMA today.
Steven Siler vs. Kurt Holobaugh
1. Steven Siler vs. Kurt Holobaugh
September 9, 2013
The Ultimate Fighter 14's Steven Siler has been a sleeper hit since coming off the show, winning three of four bouts to now face off against Kurt Holobaugh's impressive MMA record at UFC 159.
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UFC 159 is available for streaming on the Zuffa LLC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch UFC 159 on demand at Apple TV.
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