Happy Lunar New Year / Year of the Horse!

To the readers of this site who celeberate the Lunar New Year, Happy New Year Traditional Chinese: 恭禧發財 Simplified Chinese: 恭禧发财. Gong Xi Fa Cai (Pinyin) Gùng Héi Faat Chōi (Cantonese)(Cantonese popular spelling: Kung Hei Fat Choy) ----------------------------------------- Traditional Chinese: 新年快樂 Simplified Chinese: 新年快乐. Xin Nian Kuai le (Pinyin) san1 nin4 faai3 lok6(Cantonese) May the Year of the Horse bring you and your loved...

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IN MEMORY OF: Kyuzo Mifune (April 21, 1883 – January 27, 1965)

Source pic: www.judoctj.com.br 49 years ago today, one of the greatest judokas who ever lived passed away. Kyuzo Mifune was 82 yrs young. So glad that video exists of him in action. As tribute, I'm posting it. Enjoy! Kyuzo Mifune | 三船 久蔵 The Essence of Judo | Full Movie English subtitles Filmed in 1948 when Sensei Kyuzo Mifune was 73 years old Kyuzo Mifune-san was born on April 21, 1883, in Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture, on Honshū Island...

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Happy 75th Birthday Sonny Chiba!!

Click for larger picSource pic:  lazaruslair.wordpress.com Sonny Chiba turne 75 today! Cult classic action star! Cultural icon of the 1970's. What more needs to be said about this living legend? お誕生日おめでとうございます千葉 真一 (otanjōbi omedetō gozaimasu Chiba Shin'ichi) Happy Birthday Sonny Chiba! 2012 HD Tribute 2004 Interview Jonathan Ross interviewing Sonny Chiba for Japanorama Sonny...

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Sonny Chiba in Karate Kiba (ボディガード牙) (1976) (Full movie)

Click for larger picture It's Sonny Chiba's 75th Birthday! I am posting one of his movies, Karate Kiba, in his honor.  Trivia:  It was released in 1973 in Japan. A recut American release in 1976 had an additional 10 minutes added to the beginning of the film. Noteworthy is the following: "The path of the righteous man and defender is beset on all sides by the iniquity of the selfish and the tyranny of evil men. Blessed is he,...

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Sonny Chiba's Return of the Street Fighter (1974) (Full movie)

Enjoy this post with the full movie of Return of the Street Fighter in honor of Sonny Chiba's 75th b-day! Return of the Street Fighter (1974)  殺人拳２ Satsujin ken 2 For further info: IMDB - Sonny Chiba Wiki - Sonny Chiba Wiki - Return of the Street Fighter IMDB - Return of the Street Fighter Other Sonny Chiba posts: Sonny Chiba in The Street Fighter (1974) (Full movie) Sonny Chiba in Karate Kiba ...

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Sonny Chiba in The Street Fighter (1974) (Full movie)

Click for larger pic Terry's Father: Listen my son, TRUST NO ONE! You can count on no one but YOURSELF. Improve your skills, son, harden your body, become a NUMBER ONE MAN! Do not ever let ANYONE beat you!    Celebrating Sonny Chiba's 75th Birthday today. Posting this cult classic! Trivia: What can I say that no one hasn't heard before? Well how about this: It is notable as the first film to receive an X-rating in the United...

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The Physical Body DVD Outtakes 1/2 - Hanuman Akhara in Delhi, India

Check out this clip of the raw training sequences from Vincent Giordano's The Physical Body 1 DVD. This was an outtake/unused footage. Good for anyone who wanted more detail on Kushti aka Indian Wrestling, that was the subject of The Physical Body. My Review from Dec 2007 of The Physical Body:   http://www.stickgrappler.net/2007/12/review-physical-body-dvd-indian.html A series of short outtakes from the The Physical Body...

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THIS DATE IN HISTORY: Jan 22, 1988 (Mike Tyson vs Larry Holmes)

Photo Credit:  Wiki 26 years ago today, 21 year old Mike Tyson (32-0) faced Larry Holmes (48-2) who was 38 yrs old and had retired from boxing for 2 years. This was for the WBA, WBC and IBF Heavyweight Championships. This was the 2nd largest age difference in Heavyweight Title fight history! Enjoy! For further info: http://boxrec.com - Mike Tyson vs. Larry Holmes http://boxrec.com - Mike Tyson http://boxrec.com - Larry Holmes Wiki...

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RIP Uncle

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生日快樂 趙志淩 師父! Happy 71st Birthday Chiu Chi Ling!

Source pic:  www.tigredoro.org 生日快樂 趙志淩 師父!  Happy Birthday Chiu Chi Ling!  Chiu sifu turned 71! He started learning Hung Ga from his father at the age of 6 ... 65 years of Hung Ga training!! Readers may recognize him from Kung Fu Hustle. Click for larger pic Enjoy these 5 videos in celebration of Chiu sifu's 71st birthday! Chiu sifu's trapping hands Five Animals Five Elements (Ten Form) "Gung...

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Happy 65th Birthday Bryan "Beardy" Leung! (Warriors Two-1978-Full Movie)

Today is Bryan Leung's 65th birthday! He is also known as: Leung Kar-yan Leung Ka-yan Liang Jia-ren and affectionately known as "Beardy" for his ever-present facial hair (at least in the oldschool movies) In my opinion, his best known role is probably as Leung Jan, a famous Wing Chun Kuen master in the Sammo Hung directed (and co-starred) Warriors Two. Posting this movie in his honor as tribute! Enjoy! Warriors Two (1978) (Chinese: ...

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Bryan Leung as Huo Yuan-jia in Legend of a Fighter (1982) (Full movie)

Many people know of Chen Zhen played by alternately Bruce Lee (The Chinese Connection), Jet Li (Fist of Legend), and Donnie Yen (in the TV series Fists of Fury and in the movie Legend of the Fist: Return of Chen Zhen). But do you all remember Huo Yuanjia (Cantonese: Fok Yuen-gap)? The fictious Chen Zhen is a student of the historical personage Huo Yuanjia. Jet Li played Huo in his 2006's Fearless. But back in 1982 Bryan "Beardy" Leung plays...

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Bryan Leung in The Victim (1980) (Full movie)

This movie features Sammo Hung wielding the three-sectional staff and Bryan Leung with the staff. Enjoy this classic! The Victim (orig. 身不由已; Shen bu you ji) A rich man with a kind heart takes in a suffering homeless orphan named Chun Yau. The man’s spoiled/jealous son does not take well to his new stepbrother. Chun Yau grows into a righteous martial artist played by Bryan Leung. Likewise, the jealous son grows into a bitter gang...

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Bryan Leung - The Thundering Mantis (1980)

  It's Bryan Leung's birthday today! Check out one of his early classics! Enjoy! Thundering Mantis (1980) (Chinese:  癲螳螂) Synopsis Ah Chi (Ka-Yan Leung) is obsessed with the martial arts and, more often than not, his kung-fu clowning gets him into trouble. One day he gets into a fight defending the locals from a violent thug who turns out to be an enforcer for tong boss Hsia (Eddie Ko) of the notorious Jade Brotherhood. In...

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a.k.a. Cassius Clay (1970) (Cus D'Amato and Muhammad Ali)

Whoa! Very cool! I didn't know about this film until today. As both Muhammad Ali and Cus D'Amato both share today as their birthdays, what better way to honor them both with this film? Enjoy! "a.k.a. Cassius Clay" is a 1970 boxing documentary film about the former heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali.Directed by Jimmy Jacobs, the film was made during Ali's exile from the sport for refusing to be inducted into the US Army on religious grounds....

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Happy 72nd Birthday Muhammad Ali!!

This man needs no introduction! The whole world knows him. Today marks his 72nd birthday.  In celebration, I do what I always do to honor the birthday people... I post vids or articles about them. Enjoy! Happy Birthday Muhammad Ali!! Muhammad Ali - I Am The Greatest SpeechMuhammad Ali makes his legendary 'I Am The Greatest' speech to reporters ahead of his 1964 world title bout with Sonny Liston. Muhammad Ali: The Greatest of all...

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Cus D'Amato would've been 106 today!

One of the greatest boxing coaches ever IMO. His innate understanding that boxing was more mental than physical was unheard of. His identification of Fear being a major factor in the training of a fighter set him apart from the other coaches. Sadly, he passed away at the age of 77 from pneumonia and never got to see his protege, Mike Tyson, win the Heavyweight Championship. Happy Birthday Cus! Mike Tyson Tribute to Cus D'amato -- This...

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Happy 45th Birthday Roy Jones Jr!!

Source pic:  8countnews In honor of Roy Jones Jr's 45th Birthday, I'm posting some videos. Enjoy! Happy Birthday Champ!! 101 Boxing Lessons  Roy Jones Jr - Can't Be Touched (Best of Roy Jones) Roy Jones Jr. "Perfect Fighter" Highlights by Kimura Roy Jones Jr Highlights  Other Roy Jones Jr. related entries: Bernard Hopkins Vs. Roy Jones Jr I & II Roy Jones Jr vs Vinny...

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Roy Jones Jr's Greatest Knockouts

In celebration of Roy Jones Jr's birthday today, I'm posting the full video of his Greatest Knockouts. Enjoy! Happy Birthday Champ! Other Roy Jones Jr. related entries: Bernard Hopkins Vs. Roy Jones Jr I & II Roy Jones Jr vs Vinny Pazienza (June 24, 1995) Roy Jones Jr vs Virgil Hill (April 25, 1998) Roy Jones Jr vs Reggie Johnson (June 5, 1999) Roy Jones Jr vs Clinton Woods (Sep. 7, 2002) Roy Jones Jr. vs John Ruiz (Mar. 1, 2003) For further info on Roy Jones Jr.: Official Site Professional Boxing Record at BoxR...

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Roy Jones Jr. vs John Ruiz (Mar. 1, 2003)

Roy Jones Jr. moved up to Heavyweight to try to be the first boxer in 106 years to win a title as a Middleweight as well as Heavyweight. His opponent, John Ruiz. Enjoy this piece of history! Roy Jones Jr. vs John Ruiz (Mar. 1, 2003) Other Roy Jones Jr. related entries: Bernard Hopkins Vs. Roy Jones Jr I & II Roy Jones Jr vs Vinny Pazienza (June 24, 1995) Roy Jones Jr vs Virgil Hill (April 25, 1998) Roy Jones Jr vs Reggie Johnson (June 5, 1999) Roy Jones Jr vs Clinton Woods (Sep. 7, 2002) Roy Jones Jr's Greatest Knockouts For...

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Roy Jones Jr vs Clinton Woods (Sep. 7, 2002)

Another dominating performance from Roy Jones Jr. This time it's against Clinton Woods. Enjoy! Roy Jones Jr vs Clinton Woods (Sep. 7, 2002) Other Roy Jones Jr. related entries: Bernard Hopkins Vs. Roy Jones Jr I & II Roy Jones Jr vs Vinny Pazienza (June 24, 1995) Roy Jones Jr vs Virgil Hill (April 25, 1998) Roy Jones Jr vs Reggie Johnson (June 5, 1999) Roy Jones Jr. vs John Ruiz (Mar. 1, 2003) Roy Jones Jr's Greatest Knockouts For further info on Roy Jones Jr.: Official Site Professional Boxing Record at BoxRe...

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Roy Jones Jr vs Reggie Johnson (June 5, 1999)

One of the most dominating 12 round performances ever! Reggie Johnson was the IBF light heavyweight titleholder and Roy Jones Jr's opponent. Enjoy! Roy Jones Jr vs Reggie Johnson (June 5, 1999)  Other Roy Jones Jr. related entries: Bernard Hopkins Vs. Roy Jones Jr I & II Roy Jones Jr vs Vinny Pazienza (June 24, 1995) Roy Jones Jr vs Virgil Hill (April 25, 1998) Roy Jones Jr vs Clinton Woods (Sep. 7, 2002) Roy Jones Jr. vs John Ruiz (Mar. 1, 2003) Roy Jones Jr's Greatest Knockouts For further info on Roy Jones...

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Roy Jones Jr vs Virgil Hill (April 25, 1998)

Look for the vicious body shot in the 4th round from Roy against Virgil Hill. Hill was a 1984 Olympic silver medalist as well as the WBA Light Heavyweight Champion and WBA Cruiserweight champion. Enjoy! Roy Jones Jr vs Virgil Hill (April 25, 1998) Other Roy Jones Jr. related entries: Bernard Hopkins Vs. Roy Jones Jr I & II Roy Jones Jr vs Vinny Pazienza (June 24, 1995) Roy Jones Jr vs Reggie Johnson (June 5, 1999) Roy Jones Jr vs Clinton Woods (Sep. 7, 2002) Roy Jones Jr. vs John Ruiz (Mar. 1, 2003) Roy Jones Jr's Greatest...

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Roy Jones Jr vs Vinny Pazienza (June 24, 1995)

Roy Jones Jr slaughters Vinny Pazienza and it's one of Roy's most vicious performances. Enjoy! Roy Jones Jr vs Vinny Pazienza (June 24, 1995) Roy Jones Jr slaughters Vinny Pazienza and it's one of Roy's most vicious performances. Enjoy! Roy Jones Jr vs Vinny Pazienza (June 24, 1995) Other Roy Jones Jr. related entries: Bernard Hopkins Vs. Roy Jones Jr I & II Roy Jones Jr vs Virgil Hill (April 25, 1998) Roy Jones Jr vs Reggie Johnson (June 5, 1999) Roy Jones Jr vs Clinton Woods (Sep. 7, 2002) Roy Jones...

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Happy Birthday Burton Richardson!!

Source pic:  Burton Richardson/Facebook Happy Birthday to Burton Richardson!   Amongst his many honors and accomplishments, he is one of the Twelve Original Dog Brothers -- "Lucky Dog"! Posting some vids in his honor. Enjoy! Stick Fighting Analysis Burton "Lucky Dog" Richardson Burton Richardson analyzes a stick fighting session. Treating the sticks like swords to keep from trading blows. Keeping it real with Jay...

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Happy 49th Birthday Bernard Hopkins!

Source pic:  Christinne Muschi/Reuters Today is Bernard Hopkins' 49th Birthday! The Executioner now known as The Alien is the oldest boxer to win a championship! And he is still fighting! Already posted some of his notable fights/opponents. Here are two clips for your viewing pleasure! Happy Birthday Champ! Many more to come (birthdays and maybe fights) Greatest Hits (HBO Boxing)  "Discipline" The Bernard...

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Bernard Hopkins Vs. Kelly Pavlik

Happy Birthday B-Hop! Enjoy! Bernard Hopkins Vs. Kelly Pavlik (Oct. 18, 2008) For further info on Bernard Hopkins:  http://www.goldenboypromotions.com  Official Twitter  Professional Boxing Record at BoxRec Wiki Other Bernard Hopkins' entries: Bernard Hopkins Vs. Roy Jones Jr I & II Bernard Hopkins Vs. Felix Trinidad Bernard Hopkins Vs. Oscar De La Hoy...

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Bernard Hopkins Vs. Oscar De La Hoya

As if you didn't know by now that it's B-Hop's b-day, guess what? Yep, you are correct! Posting another fight in celebration. Enjoy! Bernard Hopkins Vs. Oscar De La Hoya  For further info on Bernard Hopkins:  http://www.goldenboypromotions.com  Official Twitter  Professional Boxing Record at BoxRec Wiki For further info on Oscar De La Hoya:  http://www.goldenboypromotions.com  Professional...

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Bernard Hopkins Vs. Felix Trinidad

In honor of Bernard Hopkins' birthday, I'm posting this fight. Please check out B-Hop's fight against Trinidad. Enjoy! Bernard Hopkins Vs. Felix Trinidad (Sept. 29, 2001) For further info on Bernard Hopkins:  http://www.goldenboypromotions.com  Official Twitter  Professional Boxing Record at BoxRec Wiki Other Bernard Hopkins' entries: Bernard Hopkins Vs. Roy Jones Jr I & II Bernard Hopkins Vs. Oscar...

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Bernard Hopkins Vs. Roy Jones Jr I & II

As today is Bernard Hopkins' birthday, here are 2 of The Alien's fights. The first one is a fight for the vacant IBF Middleweight Title against Roy Jones Jr. The 2nd is the long-awaited rematch with Roy Jones Jr. Enjoy! Bernard Hopkins Vs. Roy Jones Jr I (May 22, 1993) Bernard Hopkins Vs. Roy Jones Jr II (April 3, 2010) For further info on Bernard Hopkins:  http://www.goldenboypromotions.com  Official...

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Beyond The Glory - Joe Frazier (Full video)

Today's Joe Frazier 70th Birthdate. Please check out this documentary. Enjoy! Beyond the Glory - Joe Frazier For other entries on Smokin' Joe I've posted, please check out: IN MEMORY OF:  Smokin' Joe Frazier (January 12, 1944 – November 7, 2011) Joe Frazier gave his most prized-posession to Nelson Mandela!! Happy 65th Birthday George Foreman!! (2 full fights posted of Joe vs George Foreman) Smokin' Joe Frazier Story (Full video) Today would've been Joe Frazier's 70th Birthday!! For more information, please check out: Official...

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Smokin' Joe Frazier Story (Full video)

The Story of a Champion. Never released until now. Rare footage of Joe fighting, training and SINGING! Enjoy! Smokin' Joe Frazier Story For other entries on Smokin' Joe I've posted, please check out: IN MEMORY OF:  Smokin' Joe Frazier (January 12, 1944 – November 7, 2011) Joe Frazier gave his most prized-posession to Nelson Mandela!! Happy 65th Birthday George Foreman!! (2 full fights posted of Joe vs George Foreman) Beyond The Glory - Joe Frazier (Full video) Today would've been Joe Frazier's 70th Birthday!! For more...

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