MMA Junkie reports of a rather unique partnership between the UFC and Canadian electronic-music guru Deadmau5, Joel Zimmerman. The UFC has loaned its brand for Deadmau5’s music video, “Professional Griefers” in what the UFC sees as part of its growth plan. UFC’s Chief Marketing Officer, Bryan Johnson, stated that the partnership was “a natural fit.” […]
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Pacquiao/UFC will likely share December 8th
The LA Times reports that Manny Pacquiao will likely set Saturday, December 8th for his next fight. Although no opponent has been picked, the date coincides with the big UFC on Fox card the same night. Pacquiao is rumored to face either Juan Manuel Marquez or Timothy Bradley on December 8. Pacquiao was originally scheduled […]
Tyson Nam still under Bellator control
Despite a surprise KO victory that should propel his career forward, Tyson Nam is concerned he may be engaged in a legal battle for a shot to continue his career. Nam’s KO of Bellator Champ Eduardo Dantas received interest from major promotions. But, Nam is under contract with Bellator and due to his contract, Bellator […]
Edgar v. Aldo set for UFC 153
MMA Junkie (via USA Today) reports that Frankie Edgar will replace injured Erik Koch and face Featherweight Jose Aldo. It will be Edgar’s first appearance at Featherweight and he gets the title shot against Aldo in Brazil. Koch had to pull out due to an undisclosed injury. Yet again, another injury close to an event. […]