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Dana White “Blown Away” by Brock Lesnar’s Post-Fight Comments; Lesnar Appologizes for “Unprofessional” Remarks
Jul 12, 2009 - 1:54 pm ET | 75 Comments
Dana White “Blown Away” by Brock Lesnar’s Post-Fight Comments; Lesnar Appologizes for “Unprofessional” Remarks

“I was blown away. Brock went so far over the top, I can’t even put it into words. WWE — that’s what it is. We had a talk. We talked like men, and he said he was sorry. He said, ‘I’m embarrassed by what I said.’ I take his word for it this time.”

UFC President Dana White addresses Brock Lesnar’s post-fight actions and comments following his UFC 100 main event win over Frank Mir that included confronting a dazed and bloodied Mir in the Octagon, flipping off the crowd, dissing top UFC sponsor Bud Light, and announcing his plans to “get on top of” his wife.

A video of Lesnar apologizing at the post-fight press conference for his “unprofessional” remarks is after the jump.

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UFC 100 Pre-Fight Press Conference Today at 1pm PT/4pm ET in Las Vegas
Jul 9, 2009 - 2:00 pm ET | 20 Comments
UFC 100 Pre-Fight Press Conference Today at 1pm PT/4pm ET in Las Vegas

The final pre-fight press conference before UFC 100 is set to take place today at 1pm PT/4pm ET in Las Vegas. Brock Lesnar, Frank Mir, Georges St-Pierre, Thiago Alves, Michael Bisping, and Dan Henderson are among the fighters expected to appear at the press conference along with UFC President Dana White.

A video of the press conference, which will be be available shortly after it concludes, is available after the jump. MMAFrenzy.com will also pass along any notable news and comments later today.

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Quick Hits: Liddell Rumored to Return Against Franklin, Jackson-Evans Expected to Headline UFC 107, and More
Jun 25, 2009 - 9:55 am ET | 65 Comments
Quick Hits: Liddell Rumored to Return Against Franklin, Jackson-Evans Expected to Headline UFC 107, and More

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Chuck Liddell will reportedly not retire despite the wishes of Dana White, with rumors swirling that he could return to action this fall, possibly for a bout against Rich Franklin.

The anticipated showdown between TUF 10 coaches Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and Rashad Evans is expected to headline UFC 107 on December 19 in Las Vegas.

Continue reading for the latest MMA news and notes in MMAFrenzy.com’s Quick Hits…

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Quick Hits: Complete Rumored Cast for TUF 10, UFC Interested in Barnett, Silva Wants Rematch With Franklin, and More
Jun 16, 2009 - 11:51 am ET | 35 Comments
Quick Hits: Complete Rumored Cast for TUF 10, UFC Interested in Barnett, Silva Wants Rematch With Franklin, and More

The complete rumored cast for TUF 10 has been revealed, Urijah Faber has been medically suspended until December 4th, the UFC is interested in Josh Barnett if he can beat Fedor, Wanderlei Silva is calling for a rematch with Rich Franklin, and much more in MMAFrenzy.com's latest Quick Hits.

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Dollar vs. Dent at TUF 9 Finale; Spike and UFC Extend TUF Contract
Jun 15, 2009 - 9:19 am ET | 9 Comments
Dollar vs. Dent at TUF 9 Finale; Spike and UFC Extend TUF Contract

Team US lightweight semifinalists Cameron Dollar and Jason Dent will square off at Saturday's The Ultimate Fighter 9 Finale in Las Vegas. Also, UFC President Dana White announced on Saturday that the UFC recently extended its deal with Spike TV for The Ultimate Fighter through 14 seasons.

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Cro Cop’s UFC Career Likely Over After Revealing DREAM Deal (Updated)
Jun 15, 2009 - 12:07 am ET | 34 Comments
Cro Cop’s UFC Career Likely Over After Revealing DREAM Deal (Updated)

Heavyweight Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic has likely fought for the last time in the UFC Octagon. Despite defeating Mostapha Al-Turk on Saturday at UFC 99 to fulfill a unique one-fight deal with the promotion, Cro Cop informed UFC President Dana White following the first-round TKO that he had signed a three-fight deal with Japan-based DREAM.

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UFC 99 Draws 12,800 For $1.3 Million Gate; Franklin, Silva, Swick, and Etim Awarded Bonuses
Jun 13, 2009 - 11:01 pm ET | 10 Comments
UFC 99 Draws 12,800 For $1.3 Million Gate; Franklin, Silva, Swick, and Etim Awarded Bonuses

UFC 99, which took place on Saturday at the Lanxess, Arena in Cologne, Germany, drew an official attendance of 12,800 for a $1.3 million live gate. UFC President Dana White announced the figures at the post-UFC 99 press conference. White also announced that $60,000 bonuses were awarded to Rich Franklin and Wanderlei Silva (Fight of the Night), Mike Swick (Knockout of the Night), and Terry Etim (Submission of the Night).

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