The fifth installment of the UFC divisional rankings finds itself rolling down to the lightweight division.
The lightweight division consists of 54 fighters and is one of the most competitive divisions in the UFC.
This division also hosts several …
The fifth installment of the UFC divisional rankings finds itself rolling down to the lightweight division.
The lightweight division consists of 54 fighters and is one of the most competitive divisions in the UFC.
This division also hosts several top contenders who have been sitting patiently through a draw and injuries for their opportunity to fight for the championship.
The same rules from my prior articles apply here. I hope you enjoy.
For rankings of the other divisions, click the corresponding links below.
(I can already hear her voice, caressing me like a newborn and telling me that everything will be OK.)
When Dana White first announced that the UFC planned to hold both a live event in Japan and Las Vegas on the same night, many of us sat back and scratched our heads, wondering what in the hell “The Baldfather” was hoping to achieve with such a maneuver and more importantly, how he would pull it off. When we found out we would be treated to a free Japan card followed by a Vegas PPV card, most of us rejoiced, but still found ourselves doubting the likelihood of such a exorbitant event actually coming to fruition. Well, we hate to say we told you so, but as it turns out, you won’t have to roll out of bed at 10 a.m. to catch the free Japan card. Matter of fact, you won’t be getting a free card at all.
(I can already hear her voice, caressing me like a newborn and telling me that everything will be OK.)
When Dana White first announced that the UFC planned to hold both a live event in Japan and Las Vegas on the same night, many of us sat back and scratched our heads, wondering what in the hell “The Baldfather” was hoping to achieve with such a maneuver and more importantly, how he would pull it off. When we found out we would be treated to a free Japan card followed by a Vegas PPV card, most of us rejoiced, but still found ourselves doubting the likelihood of such a exorbitant event actually coming to fruition. Well, we hate to say we told you so, but as it turns out, you won’t have to roll out of bed at 10 a.m. to catch the free Japan card. Matter of fact, you won’t be getting a free card at all.
In an effort to ensure that their return to Japan goes successfully, Zuffa has not only elevated the card to pay-per-view status, but has signed a deal with Japanese advertising mogul Dentsu Inc. to help promote the card to as wide a fan base as possible. Currently, the UFC has yet to achieve a mass television deal in Japan, and is only broadcast on the rather private WOWOW and NTT Plala’s Hikari networks. Though it has yet to be reached, a mass distribution deal could open the gates for local programming in Japan, which would be a huge boost to the UFC’s ever-expanding market.
Though we will now be forced to pay for the card, you gotta believe this is a good move by DW and company, who at first seemed as if they were underselling the Japan card to generate interest in the Vegas one. Considering the globe spanning events that the UFC has planned for next year, not to mention the enormous following MMA has in Japan, it would be pretty foolish to undersell or under-promote the first Japanese card in over ten years. But from the looks of it, everything is going to be fine, until the injury curse comes back that is.
Expect crazy and exciting fights in the lower weight classes at UFC 137. George Roop, Hatsu Hioki Jeff Curran and Scott Jorgensen all tell you how it’s going down Saturday night.
Expect crazy and exciting fights in the lower weight classes at UFC 137. George Roop, Hatsu Hioki Jeff Curran and Scott Jorgensen all tell you how it’s going down Saturday night.
MMA is just like any other sport: There will always be guys that get under people’s skin and make fans ready to jump them. Whether it’s because of trash talk, poor decisions, or claims that seem too good or silly to be true, some guys…
MMA is just like any other sport: There will always be guys that get under people’s skin and make fans ready to jump them. Whether it’s because of trash talk, poor decisions, or claims that seem too good or silly to be true, some guys really just seem too full of themselves to be liked. […]
As the Ultimate Fighting Championship continues to expand and grow, the mixed martial arts promotion has stated its intent to house 34 events in the new year.This year alone, the organization will hold 10 Fight Night-related events—four more than…
As the Ultimate Fighting Championship continues to expand and grow, the mixed martial arts promotion has stated its intent to house 34 events in the new year.
This year alone, the organization will hold 10 Fight Night-related events—four more than last year—as well as 17 pay-per-view events housing several memorable battles inside the Octagon.
So which 34 bouts should take place next year in main-event tilts?
UFC President Dana White was on hand Thursday at the pre-fight press conference for UFC 137. White confirms that headliner Nick Diaz would be the No. 1 contender with a win, but won’t promise the same for BJ Penn. He also offers some thoughts on main event fighter Nick Diaz, Kongo vs. Mitrione, ‘Cro Cop’ vs. ‘Big Country’, broadcast networks Showtime and Viacom, plus more.
UFC President Dana White was on hand Thursday at the pre-fight press conference for UFC 137. White confirms that headliner Nick Diaz would be the No. 1 contender with a win, but won’t promise the same for BJ Penn. He also offers some thoughts on main event fighter Nick Diaz, Kongo vs. Mitrione, ‘Cro Cop’ vs. ‘Big Country’, broadcast networks Showtime and Viacom, plus more.
