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Wednesday, March 12th, 2008Despite his status as a former Olympic medallist and the fact that he is widely regarded top five middleweight in the sport, the UFC appears to have no interest in recalling Matt Lindland to compete in their octagon. They seem to have no such qualms though in using his pedigree as a competitor to reflect […]
Wednesday weekly review: Matt Lindland wants your vote
Wednesday, March 12th, 2008The big story of the day is that Matt Lindland is attempting a run at political office. KPIC CBS 4 is reporting that Lindland has thrown his name into the Oregon primary race in an attempt to become the Republican nominee for a local House seat. The Canadian Press: The Road Warrior looks forward to […]
Tuesday reading material (3/11/08)
Tuesday, March 11th, 2008Slow news cycle today, but here are the news items I have for you. Here’s an interesting news item regarding Elite XC getting a new CEO. I don’t know if the company’s CFO leaving is a good thing or a bad thing. Josh Barnett: Learn the Fitness by Barnett program Steve Cofield: Jon Koppenhaver checks […]
Fight Opinion Radio #78: Oleg Taktarov & Jeremy Lappen
Monday, March 10th, 2008This week, we have two special interviews for you. First, we have an interview with Elite XC matchmaker Jeremy Lappen. Jeremy stops by to talk about the new EXC/CBS deal and clarifies or disproves some of the rumors floating on the Internet about the business aspects of the new relationship. Second, we have an interview […]
Monday news & notes (3/10/08)
Monday, March 10th, 2008The big story of the day is this New York Times article talking about UFC’s upcoming campaign to get MMA legalized in New York state. Apparently, UFC will have a new web site called MMA Facts to try to positively persuade public opinion about the business. The Dayton Daily News (OH): Diego Saraiva has impressive […]
Sunday news review (3/9/08)
Sunday, March 9th, 2008If you haven’t read my article previewing the DREAM project, go read it. New radio show should be available by tonight or tomorrow morning. The Cincinnati Enquirer: For Rich Franklin, fighting only part of the agenda The Ottawa Sun: Jason Day drops the hammer Great Reporter: Body by choke hold The Sweet Science: End of […]
Update on Xyience vs. Bergeron lawsuit (3/8)
Saturday, March 8th, 2008Even though Xyience’s legal team (the third different team appointed since the company filed suit against Rich Bergeron) got their time extension granted (making the next hearing in the case on 4/3 — two days after Xyience heads to bankruptcy auction for sale), Clark County court records show that Mr. Bergeron filed several motions this […]
Friday reading material (3/7/08)
Friday, March 7th, 2008The Sun (UK): Chuck Liddell demands re-match with Keith Jardine The Arizona Republic: Melvin Guillard vs. Eric Regan set for Rage in the Cage 105 tonight The College Times (AZ): Get ready for a Rage in the Cage rumble The Washington Post: A new grip on talent – popularity of MMA is benefitting amateur wrestling, […]
Update on PFCWW vs. Sakakibara lawsuit
Thursday, March 6th, 2008On February 19th, PRIDE FC Worldwide Holdings LLC issued a summons to DSE Inc. to respond to the lawsuit filed in Clark County court. On Monday (3/3), PFCWW LLC counsel filed a motion to demand a jury trial in the company’s case against Nobuyuki Sakakibara. Sakakibara and company have not responded yet to the lawsuit […]
Thursday trash talk: Reading material (3/6/08)
Wednesday, March 5th, 2008The latest Pro Elite SEC filing. Fightlinker: Ohio Athletic Commission sues over fake Cummo suspension Sherdog: Rashad Evans vs. Chuck Liddell set for London UFC event (should be interesting to see if the UK fans boo or cheer Evans) The Loudoun Connection (VA): Royce Gracie and family celebrate Capital Jiu-Jitsu grand opening Todd Martin (CBS […]
Tuesday news review (3/4/08)
Tuesday, March 4th, 2008Yesterday in Clark County court, judge Elizabeth Halverson granted Xyience attorneys a month-long extension in time to respond to Rich Bergeron’s motion to dismiss the lawsuit against him. The next scheduled court hearing is on 4/3 at 8:30 AM. What makes that date interesting is that the cut-off date for Xyience in bankruptcy court is […]
Illustrating absurdity: Fightlinker
Monday, March 3rd, 2008In an attempt at humor, Fightlinker posted this item about Luke Cummo on Monday. In response, MMA media outlets took this post seriously and the reaction is unbelievable. Keep in mind that the Fightlinker post about Cummo was posted on a day where other FL site headlines included such items as “How big is Chuck’s […]
Monday news & notes (3/3/08)
Monday, March 3rd, 2008I will have an article talking about the new DREAM promotion in a few days on the site. In short, the viability of the Japanese MMA scene on a large scale is completely dependent on whether or not the DSE-flavored project succeeds. The upcoming article will give you a road map of issues to pay […]
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