Dana White touches on many issues in this interview varying from the fight between Edgar and Maynard and how he believes Edgar is no. 2 in the Pound for pound list.
Dana also mention that the fight between Silva and Sonnen 2 is a stupid thing not to do. So look out for it in the near future. Probably early 2012.
He mentioned Florian's display against Aldo and the future of the light heavyweight division and how MelviN Guillard look passed Joe Lauzon for the match maybe the reason he lost.
Showing posts with label Dana White. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dana White. Show all posts
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Friday, October 7, 2011
UFC Calendar to Grow to 34 Events in 2012
From MMA Fighting
By Mike Chiappetta
HOUSTON -- Saturday night's UFC 136 marks the fourth event in four weeks for the Las Vegas-based promotion.
Get used to it.
The schedule continues to grow at an exponential rate, according to UFC president Dana White, who said that the organization has already penciled in dates on its 2012 calendar.
The final tally? Thirty-four events. That's a serious increase from 2011, which will see 27 live events by the time Brock Lesnar and Alistair Overeem close out the UFC's year in Las Vegas on December 30.
That increased number of shows will come as welcome news to fans in markets that have been promised events but were shut out in 2011, like Sweden and Ireland. Though no locations are yet set in stone, the increased frequency of events will at least provide additional opportunities to visit more parts of the world as the UFC continues to grow its global footprint.
White also reiterated his plan to host two events on the same day at least once next year, with their first experiment in dual productions tentatively planned for late February, with shows in Las Vegas and Japan.
In 2011, the UFC re-opened what they believe will be a huge market for them, hosting a show in Brazil to great fanfare. It was the organization's first venture there since 1998. Afterward, UFC CEO and chairman Lorenzo Fertitta was so pleased with the reception that he voiced a hope the promotion could bring as many as four events there in 2012.
Aside from that, entering the Japanese market would be something of a coup for the UFC, which has not brought fights there under the Zuffa banner.
The expanded schedule is just one of many planned and/or official UFC initiatives and changes to roll out in 2012. Also among them, a move to network television on FOX, a departure from longtime cable home Spike, the addition of a flyweight division, and a revamping of The Ultimate Fighter to include live weekly fight
By Mike Chiappetta
HOUSTON -- Saturday night's UFC 136 marks the fourth event in four weeks for the Las Vegas-based promotion.
Get used to it.
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| So more of her?? Please?? |
The final tally? Thirty-four events. That's a serious increase from 2011, which will see 27 live events by the time Brock Lesnar and Alistair Overeem close out the UFC's year in Las Vegas on December 30.
That increased number of shows will come as welcome news to fans in markets that have been promised events but were shut out in 2011, like Sweden and Ireland. Though no locations are yet set in stone, the increased frequency of events will at least provide additional opportunities to visit more parts of the world as the UFC continues to grow its global footprint.
White also reiterated his plan to host two events on the same day at least once next year, with their first experiment in dual productions tentatively planned for late February, with shows in Las Vegas and Japan.
In 2011, the UFC re-opened what they believe will be a huge market for them, hosting a show in Brazil to great fanfare. It was the organization's first venture there since 1998. Afterward, UFC CEO and chairman Lorenzo Fertitta was so pleased with the reception that he voiced a hope the promotion could bring as many as four events there in 2012.
Aside from that, entering the Japanese market would be something of a coup for the UFC, which has not brought fights there under the Zuffa banner.
The expanded schedule is just one of many planned and/or official UFC initiatives and changes to roll out in 2012. Also among them, a move to network television on FOX, a departure from longtime cable home Spike, the addition of a flyweight division, and a revamping of The Ultimate Fighter to include live weekly fight
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
UFC on Fox: Dana White Says New Look Coming in 2012
Article taken from Bloody Elbow
by Brent Brookhouse
It was a minor enough part of the UFC on Fox announcement, but when it was said that the "Gladiator Intro" was going away with the new network deal many fans were excited. There was a feeling that the intro, among other parts of the UFC presentation, felt dated and was no longer "cutting edge."
UFC president Dana White is now making it clear that the new look will not start with the special Cain Velasquez vs. Junior dos Santos event on November 12. Via Yahoo! Sports:
"I look at this Fox deal as a fresh start for us, so I want to change everything," he stated. "I want to change the look of the pay-per-view, graphics, show open, the show opens in our Fight Nights, everything's going to have a different feel to it.
"We'll be working with these guys, I love what they do in sports, and to enhance the look and feel of a UFC event."
by Brent Brookhouse
It was a minor enough part of the UFC on Fox announcement, but when it was said that the "Gladiator Intro" was going away with the new network deal many fans were excited. There was a feeling that the intro, among other parts of the UFC presentation, felt dated and was no longer "cutting edge."UFC president Dana White is now making it clear that the new look will not start with the special Cain Velasquez vs. Junior dos Santos event on November 12. Via Yahoo! Sports:
"I look at this Fox deal as a fresh start for us, so I want to change everything," he stated. "I want to change the look of the pay-per-view, graphics, show open, the show opens in our Fight Nights, everything's going to have a different feel to it.
"We'll be working with these guys, I love what they do in sports, and to enhance the look and feel of a UFC event."
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Dana White Talks Dominick Cruz, Referee Stoppages, Faber vs. Bowles
The Dominator was as dominant as ever but what really impresses me is that he fought with a broken hand for 5 rounds and that is what you call SICK.
Dana White on Golden Glory, MMA Managers, Spike TV and Bellator
Dana talks about Golden Glory, Spike TV and Bellator
Gilbert Melendez heading to the UFC, Says Dana White
According to an article from MMA Junkie, Strikeforce Lightweight champ is touted to be leaving Strikeforce to join big brother organization, UFC
In the very own words of the Bald Father, El Nino will join UFC roster ASAP. Not only that, Gilbert Melendez might get a title shot if the timing is right. Dana continued by saying the 155lbs division in the UFC is so stacked and that it is difficult to give him a lee way against other fighters.
In other words, he has to work for it.
Another Cesar Gracie Jiu Jitsu fighter in the UFC roster. That brings all four of the Skrap Pack and Jason "Mayhem" Miller in the UFC.
So Dana, are we going to see Shields and Miller going at it again?
Link to the original article below
Dana White: Strikeforce champ Gilbert Melendez is headed to the UFC, ASAP
In the very own words of the Bald Father, El Nino will join UFC roster ASAP. Not only that, Gilbert Melendez might get a title shot if the timing is right. Dana continued by saying the 155lbs division in the UFC is so stacked and that it is difficult to give him a lee way against other fighters.In other words, he has to work for it.
Another Cesar Gracie Jiu Jitsu fighter in the UFC roster. That brings all four of the Skrap Pack and Jason "Mayhem" Miller in the UFC.
So Dana, are we going to see Shields and Miller going at it again?
Link to the original article below
Dana White: Strikeforce champ Gilbert Melendez is headed to the UFC, ASAP
Dana White Would Rather See A Fight Stopped Too Early Than Too Late
The Boss has a problems with his referees
I bet he wishes all his refs are like Herb Dean
I bet he wishes all his refs are like Herb Dean
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