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You know her as the host of the hottest UFC show on the ‘net —Bleacher Report’s “The Ultimate Show.” We managed to snag Kenda during a break from her busy schedule and were able to find out what makes the one and only Kend…
You know her as the host of the hottest UFC show on the ‘net —Bleacher Report’s “The Ultimate Show.” We managed to snag Kenda during a break from her busy schedule and were able to find out what makes the one and only Kenda Perez tick. From entering Maxim’s “Hometown Hotties” contest to being one […]
UFC: The Ultimate Show Host Kenda Perez Talks Pride, Dating and More
(We know one thing: some female Japanese reporters are getting dry-humped by Rampage come February 26.)
When Zuffa effectively killed PRIDE soon after purchasing the Japanese promotion back in 2007 for a reported $64-million US, when UFC president Dana White stated it was just impossible to deal with the Yakuza, it seemed unlikely that we would ever see the Octagon in the Land of the Rising Sun again.
Well, it looks like dealing with the Yakuza in 2011 is a lot easier than it was four years ago.
According to MMAWeekly, the UFC is close to finalizing a date and location for its first Japanese show since 2000, and the first under the Zuffa banner since Frank and Lorenzo Fertitta purchased the company from SEG in January 2001. The date for the planned show would be February 26 and the planned venue is the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama — the arena that housed 24 of PRIDE’s 68 events.
(We know one thing: some female Japanese reporters are getting dry-humped by Rampage come February 26.)
When Zuffa effectively killed PRIDE soon after purchasing the Japanese promotion back in 2007 for a reported $64-million US, when UFC president Dana White stated it was just impossible to deal with the Yakuza, it seemed unlikely that we would ever see the Octagon in the Land of the Rising Sun again.
Well, it looks like dealing with the Yakuza in 2011 is a lot easier than it was four years ago.
According to MMAWeekly, the UFC is close to finalizing a date and location for its first Japanese show since 2000, and the first under the Zuffa banner since Frank and Lorenzo Fertitta purchased the company from SEG in January 2001. The date for the planned show would be February 26 and the planned venue is the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama — the arena that housed 24 of PRIDE’s 68 events.
The venue has been booked by agencies working with Zuffa in Japan, which doesn’t necessarily mean the locale is final (the UFC has booked both Rogers Centre in Toronto and Bell Centre in Montreal for this December), it’s the company’s number one choice.
During last week’s pre-fight press conference for UFC 132, White hinted that the move into Japan would be happening soon.
“The rumor is true, we’re going to come to Japan and probably very soon,” White told reporters.
The report goes on to state that the UFC’s executive vice president Mark Fischer, who was hired in 2010 to champion Zuffa’s Asian resurgence, is currently working to finalize a date and venue for the planned event in Japan and he has spoken with a number of Japanese promoters to solicit their advice on putting on shows there. It’s unclear, although unlikely given the UFC’s stance on co-promotion, whether or not Zuffa plans to work with another promoter on the show.
Although no names have been mentioned for the card since it’s more than seven months away, it’s likely that we’ll see a number of former PRIDE stars like Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, Mauricio “Shogun” Rua and the Nogueira brothers on the card alongside Japanese standouts like Yushin Okami and Yoshihiro Akiyama. We may even see the UFC pick up Shinya Aoki by then to round out its lightweight roster.
Of course, you wouldn’t expect us to make inappropriate jokes about the UFC in the first place. Props: ufcundisputed.com
As a gamer, it sometimes confuses me that I get so excited about the release of new sports games. Other than updated rosters and an occasional gimmick that actually pans out, I’m essentially buying the exact same game every year. Not to mention that for every new feature that I’ll actually use, such as the truck stick in Madden games, there are two or three that I’ll either ignore or downright loathe. So for me to actually be excited about the newest edition of UFC Undisputed is sort of an accomplishment.
Earlier this week, THQ and the UFC released details regarding the game’s development. Set to be released in January of 2012, UFC Undisputed 3 will be available for the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 gaming consoles. Obviously, UFC Undisputed 3 will feature the addition of featherweights and bantamweights, improved graphics and new camera angles, just like every other sequel to a sports game. For those of you looking to get in touch with your inner Mayhems, the game will also have fighter entrances. What is especially noteworthy though is that the game will also allow players to play in Pride mode.
For those of you thinking that this just means players will get to use soccer kicks in the Octagon, prepare to be pleasantly surprised. The game will not only feature authentic Pride environments (read: a ring), but also Bas Rutten and Stephen Quadros doing commentary. That alone has potential to be an awesome gaming experience, although the competition for best video game announcer is pretty stiff. Naturally, you will also be allowed to use soccer kicks, knees to a downed opponent and head stomps.
Official trailer, courtesy of the UFCTHQ YouTube page, after the jump.
Of course, you wouldn’t expect us to make inappropriate jokes about the UFC in the first place. Props: ufcundisputed.com
As a gamer, it sometimes confuses me that I get so excited about the release of new sports games. Other than updated rosters and an occasional gimmick that actually pans out, I’m essentially buying the exact same game every year. Not to mention that for every new feature that I’ll actually use, such as the truck stick in Madden games, there are two or three that I’ll either ignore or downright loathe. So for me to actually be excited about the newest edition of UFC Undisputed is sort of an accomplishment.
Earlier this week, THQ and the UFC released details regarding the game’s development. Set to be released in January of 2012, UFC Undisputed 3 will be available for the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 gaming consoles. Obviously, UFC Undisputed 3 will feature the addition of featherweights and bantamweights, improved graphics and new camera angles, just like every other sequel to a sports game. For those of you looking to get in touch with your inner Mayhems, the game will also have fighter entrances. What is especially noteworthy though is that the game will also allow players to play in Pride mode.
For those of you thinking that this just means players will get to use soccer kicks in the Octagon, prepare to be pleasantly surprised. The game will not only feature authentic Pride environments (read: a ring), but also Bas Rutten and Stephen Quadros doing commentary. That alone has potential to be an awesome gaming experience, although the competition for best video game announcer is pretty stiff. Naturally, you will also be allowed to use soccer kicks, knees to a downed opponent and head stomps.
Official trailer, courtesy of the UFCTHQ YouTube page, after the jump.
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THE REEM EPISODE 3: REWIND THE MOMENT from THE REEM on Vimeo.
The Reem Team has released the latest episode of Alistair Overeem’s web documentary series and as usual, it’s stellar.
THE REEM EPISODE 3: REWIND THE MOMENT from THE REEM on Vimeo.
The Reem Team has released the latest episode of Alistair Overeem’s web documentary series and as usual, it’s stellar.
In this segment, “The Demolition Man” looks back on his career five years ago when he fought in PRIDE against Fabricio Werdum the first time around and he talks about the differences in his camp, his training and his life between then and now. The behind the scenes footage from back then alone makes the segment worth watching.
And how can you not love Ubereem 2.0?
I’m hoping the producers of this series are involved in Overeem’s upcoming “Alistair the Great” doc project that I’m told will be made for TV.
The more things change, the more they stay the same. For the past two weeks MMA fans have witnessed two former Pride FC fighters outclassed and defeated in impressive fashion. UFC 128 saw former Pride star, Mauricio ‘Shogun’ Rua, manh…
The more things change, the more they stay the same. For the past two weeks MMA fans have witnessed two former Pride FC fighters outclassed and defeated in impressive fashion. UFC 128 saw former Pride star, Mauricio ‘Shogun’ Rua, manhandled by newly-crowned champion Jon Jones, while this past weekend Antonio Rogerio ‘ Lil’ Nog’ Nogueira […]
Rise and Fall: Has Lil’ Nog’s Loss Ended The Dominance Of Pride FC in MMA?
Throughout the history of man, great expansive kingdoms and empires have fallen. What thought to be endless eras of domination and influence, suffered the follies of time and crumbled on their unforeseen expiration dates. This historic cycle has been p…
Throughout the history of man, great expansive kingdoms and empires have fallen. What thought to be endless eras of domination and influence, suffered the follies of time and crumbled on their unforeseen expiration dates. This historic cycle has been proven over and over again, despite the century and despite the heights of success occurred by […]
Jon Jones vs. Rashad Evans: Life After Ending Pride and Shogun Rua