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02-06-2008, 05:46 AM
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UFC 82 Card Looks Complete Post #1 | | Muscular
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UFC 82: Fight card for ‘Pride of a Champion’ in Columbus, Ohio, looks complete at UFC blog for UFC news, results, videos, rumors, fights, pics and tickets — MMAmania.com Quote:
UFC 82: Fight card for ‘Pride of a Champion’ in Columbus, Ohio, looks complete
By: MMAmania
With UFC 81: “Breaking Point” in the rear view mirror, we can now set our sights on the next major pay-per-view (PPV) event, UFC 82: “Pride of a Champion,” from the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, on March 2.
The star-studded card is packed with talent from the bottom up, featuring the 185-pound showdown between UFC Middleweight Champion, Anderson Silva, and the last man to hold the Pride FC 183-pound belt, Dan Henderson.
Here’s the complete confirmed line up:
Main Event:
UFC Middleweight Champion Anderson Silva (20-4) vs. Dan Henderson (22-6)
Main card (televised):
265 lbs.: Cheick Kongo (11-3-1) vs. Heath Herring (27-13)
185 lbs.: Evan Tanner (32-6) vs. Yushin Okami (21-4)
170 lbs.: Jon Fitch (15-2) vs. Chris Wilson (13-3)
170 lbs.: Diego Sanchez (17-2) vs. David Bielkheden (12-5)
Under card (may not be broadcast):
265 lbs.: Andrei Arlovski (11-5) vs. Jake O’Brien (10-0)
170 lbs.: Luke Cummo (6-4) vs. Luigi Fioravanti (11-3)
170 lbs.: Josh Koscheck (9-2) vs. Dustin Hazelett (10-3)
155 lbs.: Jorge Gurgel (11-3) vs. John Halverson (16-5)
Of course, the major issue with this is that Arlovski — a former heavyweight champion who helped put the organization on the map — is competing in a non-televised preliminary bout.
The primary reason behind the decision is that this is the last fight for “The Pitbull” on his contract and there is no indication that the two sides are close to inking an extension. In fact, Arlovski has been on the “sidelines” since he defeated Fabricio Werdum via unanimous decision back in April 2007.
There’s a good possibility the pre-recorded match up can still make the telecast; however, it is no sure thing … especially if he wins.
In addition, a rumored tilt between middleweights Alessio Sakara (12-6) and Chris Leben (17-4) is still floating around, but it has not been confirmed for the Ohio show. That could change soon, it may be moved to another card or perhaps it was nothing more than just a rumor.
Stay tuned.
“Pride of a Champion” is clearly the biggest event of 2008 for the UFC, similar to UFC 68: “The Uprising” back in March 2007. It’s certainly a must-see show, showcasing some great fighters and fights that will have major implications in the welterweight, middleweight and heavyweight divisions going forward.
| Not the greatest card in the world, but the main event more than makes up for it. First legitimate superfight this year, and on of the most anticipated fights in years. I'm so glad Hendo decided to drop back down to 185, should be awesome. | 
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02-06-2008, 08:22 AM
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Looks pretty good.
Can't wait and its too bad you guys have to pay for it on PPV.. I have to do the same when they stage the even over here! | |
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02-06-2008, 04:41 PM
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UFC 82 Card Looks Complete Post #3 | | Getting Muscular
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I think its a good card. Anytime a fighter I find interesting is up, I am a happy camper.
Besides the main card, I want to see Diego, Fitch, Kongo, and Arlovski. Hopefully his will get aired and it wont be a snore fest. | |
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02-06-2008, 04:43 PM
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UFC 82 Card Looks Complete Post #4 | | Muscular
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Sucks, they actually just announced that they won't air the Diego fight either. You'll see Leben vs. Sakara instead which I think will be a better fight. Quote:
Originally Posted by wala  Looks pretty good.
Can't wait and its too bad you guys have to pay for it on PPV.. I have to do the same when they stage the even over here! | Ya know, I thought about that and I was jealous for a long while but I'd rather pay to see it live. Especially this last UFC  | |
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