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More bad luck for Rich Franklin

By Zach Arnold | December 20, 2007

According to a report at MMA Junkie, Rich Franklin has a torn meniscus in his right knee that will require surgery. He will be out of action until June of 2008.

Topics: MMA, Media, UFC, Zach Arnold | 1 Comment » | Permalink | Trackback | Share This

One Response to “More bad luck for Rich Franklin”

1. Ben says:

   December 20, 2007 at 3:24 pm

   [Franklin's nose gives Franklin's knee a high five.]

   Reply

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