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Video: Watch Forrest Griffin, Stephan Bonnar UFC Hall of Fame induction ceremony

BAD MMA News — Fri, 12 Jul 2013 16:30:00 +0000

It has been called the most important fight in UFC history – and even the most important fight in the history of MMA by some. The short-term effect “The Ultimate Fighter” Season 1 light heavyweight final between Forrest Griffin and Stephan Bonnar had on the UFC in particular was it turned the promotion into a hot property – one that could quickly climb out of debt and stay in business. The long-term effect, of course, was that by doing that, the UFC has become one of the biggest sports properties in the world. UFC President Dana White is always quick to point out the importance of Griffin-Bonnar I and how it saved the company.

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Schedule grows for UFC Fan Expo in Las Vegas, including Dana White Q&A

BAD MMA News — Fri, 21 Jun 2013 23:00:00 +0000

The two-day UFC Fan Expo continues to bolster its lineup for July 5-6 in Las Vegas, coinciding with the UFC 162 pay-per-view. UFC officials recently announced plans for activities that will take place on the main stage at the Expo, including Q&A sessions with UFC luminaries and this year’s Hall of Fame induction. The latest UFC Fan Expo takes place at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. Its sister property, MGM Grand Garden Arena, hosts UFC 162, which airs July 6 with a main event between UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva and Chris Weidman . Expo tickets are $40 for Friday or $45 for Saturday. Two-days passes are $60 and can be purchased at www.ufcfanexpo.com

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Schedule grows for UFC Fan Expo in Las Vegas, including Dana White Q&A – MMA Junkie