Can Kenny Florian Overcome the “Number Two” Curse?
Over the past few years, we’ve seen a number of situations in which a fighter works his way up to the number one contender spot,…
Michael Rome Archives: 03/2010
What’s Next for Frank Mir?
After screaming in horror at Dan Miragliotta’s decision to allow Shane Carwin to repeatedly punch a man laying face down with his arms out, it…
UFC 111 Business Expectations
UFC 111 is the biggest UFC show in a long time. Georges St. Pierre, their biggest star outside of Brock Lesnar, finally makes his return…
Put Jon Jones on the Fast Track
As a long time proponent of using the slow track for developing fighters, I am willing to admit when an exception should be made. Jon…
UFC 111 vs. Wrestlemania: The Fight for Canada
UFC 111 takes place on March 27, a day before the WWE’s biggest event of the year, Wrestlemania. Competing with WWE on PPV is nothing…
Will Tiger’s Return Affect UFC 112?
Over the weekend of April 10, Tiger Woods will return to golf for the Masters. I’m not going to waste anyone’s time here with analysis…
Why They Can’t Hang Up the Gloves
A lot of sports fans have trouble figuring out why their favorite athletes can’t call it quits at the peak of their game. These fans…
Kimbo Slice Will Not Headline the Hypothetical April 17th UFC Show
Via Dave Meltzer: UFC just sent a release confirming Kimbo Slice vs. Matt Mitrione for 5/8 in Montreal. The match had been on the schedule…
SportsBusiness Journal: UFC Sets Company Merchandise Sales Record in Australia
SportsBusiness Journal(subscription required and highly recommended) has a story today on the UFC’s successful trip to Australia. The article provides previously unknown information on both…