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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 | 63 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.

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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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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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Rich Franklin Outpoints Wanderlei Silva, Cain Velasquez Dominates Cheick Kongo at UFC 99
Jun 13, 2009 - 6:46 pm ET | 40 Comments
Rich Franklin Outpoints Wanderlei Silva, Cain Velasquez Dominates Cheick Kongo at UFC 99

In a clash of former champions, Rich Franklin defeated Wanderlei Silva via unanimous decision on Saturday in Cologne, Germany in the main event of UFC 99: The Comeback. Cain Velasquez, Mirko "Cro Cop", Mike Swick, Spencer Fisher, and Dan Hardy also picked up main card victories at the event.

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UFC 99 Weigh-In Results: All Fighters Make Weight
Jun 12, 2009 - 10:27 am ET | 35 Comments
UFC 99 Weigh-In Results: All Fighters Make Weight

All 24 UFC 99 fighters, including headliners Wanderlei Silva and Rich Franklin, successfully made weight on Friday at the Lanxess Arena in Cologne, Germany for their bouts, which take place at the venue on Saturday and air live on pay-per-view.

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Wanderlei Silva Wants Fourth Fight with “Rampage”
May 8, 2009 - 4:00 pm ET | 16 Comments
Wanderlei Silva Wants Fourth Fight with “Rampage”

Brazilian UFC legend Wanderlei Silva reveals his desire for a fourth, and possibly fifth fight, with Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson in an exclusive interview in Fighters Only Magazine: “I want to fight him again. I want to fight him now, and maybe in the final (fight of my career.).”

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Rich Franklin To Train With Anderson Silva For UFC 99 Bout Against Wanderlei Silva
Apr 27, 2009 - 3:31 pm ET | 48 Comments
Rich Franklin To Train With Anderson Silva For UFC 99 Bout Against Wanderlei Silva

Former UFC middleweight champion Rich Franklin will train with current 185-pound title-holder Anderson Silva for his UFC 99 195-pound catchweight headliner against Wanderlei Silva, according to the Dayton Daily News. According to the report, Franklin will spend some time away from his traditional camp with Matt Hume in Seattle to train with Silva in California.

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UFC 99: The Comeback Officially Announced, Headlined by Franklin-Silva
Mar 3, 2009 - 11:45 am ET | 23 Comments
UFC 99: The Comeback Officially Announced, Headlined by Franklin-Silva

The UFC today announced UFC 99, which will take place on June 13th at the Lanxess Arena in Cologne, Germany. Former UFC middleweight champion Rich Franklin and former PRIDE title-holder Wanderlei Silva will meet in a in a 195-pound catchweight bout to headline the UFC's first trip to Germany.

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Rich Franklin vs. Wanderlei Silva in Germany
Feb 18, 2009 - 5:13 pm ET | 65 Comments
Rich Franklin vs. Wanderlei Silva in Germany

Former UFC middleweight title-holder Rich Franlin will face former PRIDE 205-pound champion Wanderlei Silva at UFC 99, according to multiple reports. The event is scheduled for June 13 at the Lanxess Arena in Cologne, Germany, marking the promotions debut in the country.
Franklin recently moved up to the 205-pound division after realizing an inability to [...]

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Wanderlei Silva Looking At 185 Move
Feb 13, 2009 - 2:00 pm ET | 30 Comments
Wanderlei Silva Looking At 185 Move

Perennial competitor in the Light Heavyweight division, Wanderlei Silva, spoke with MMAWeekly recently and confirmed that he will be looking towards a move to Middleweight.
“Yeah, I could try because every guy in my division have to cut to 205 and my normal is 208. I’m going to test now… I’m going to cut my weight. [...]

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Rashad Evans vs. Quinton Jackson Likely To Headline UFC 96
Jan 14, 2009 - 7:09 pm ET | 60 Comments
Rashad Evans vs. Quinton Jackson Likely To Headline UFC 96

UFC light heavyweight champion Rashad Evans is likely to make his first title defense against former title-holder Quinton “Rampage” Jackson in the main event of UFC 96 on March 7th in Columbus, Ohio, according to MMAMania.com.
Both fighters were last in action at UFC 92 on December 27th with Evans claiming the 205-pound strap from Forrest [...]

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Forrest Griffin, Wanderlei Silva Open To Future Matchup
Dec 17, 2008 - 10:29 am ET | 47 Comments
Forrest Griffin, Wanderlei Silva Open To Future Matchup

UFC light heavyweight champion Forrest Griffin, in a recent interview with Fanhouse, comments on the upcoming rematch between light heavyweight contenders Wanderlei Silva and Quinton “Rampage” Jackson at UFC 92 and also expresses his openness to a potential future bout against “The Axe Murderer”.
“I think Wanderlei is a bad man and Wanderlei will get him,” [...]

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