Posts Tagged ‘Dan Henderson’
News - December 7, 2009 - 1 Comment
Dan Henderson Signs With Strikeforce
After months of speculation, Dan Henderson has finally agreed to sign with Strikeforce.
“Nothing’s going to help Strikeforce,” Dana said. “They have too many fighters under contract and not enough events. They can’t keep some of their obligations to fighters already. Either they’re going to start breaching contracts or paying fighters not to fight. It’ll take a lot more than one guy to help them. Their whole business model is f****d. They’re coming after UFC? Yeah, OK.
“I could care less,” he continued. “Here’s the reality: If I wanted Henderson, he’d be in the UFC. It’s not like, ‘F***, Strikeforce beat me out.’ He’s been a free agent for a long time. If I wanted him, I would have signed him by now.”
“I’d like to thank Dana (White) and the UFC for the opportunities they provided me and I wish them ongoing success. I’ll continue to watch their events and I hope they’ll tune in to my fights in Strikeforce. After all, I’m a true fan of our fantastic sport and would love only to see MMA continue to grow,”
… “I’m very happy to be a part of Strikeforce and their partnership with CBS and Showtime… Strikeforce and its growing roster of world class talent will offer me many exciting fights and has the ability to bring many new fans from all around the world to mixed martial arts. I am grateful to [Strikeforce CEO] Scott Coker for the opportunity to help make this happen and for treating me with the utmost respect throughout our negotiations.”
Henderson’s business partner and manager, Aaron Crecy responds via Strikeforce press release:
“I’d like to thank Dana (White) and the UFC for the opportunities they provided me and I wish them ongoing success. I’ll continue to watch their events and I hope they’ll tune in to my fights in Strikeforce. After all, I’m a true fan of our fantastic sport and would love only to see MMA continue to grow,”
… “I’m very happy to be a part of Strikeforce and their partnership with CBS and Showtime… Strikeforce and its growing roster of world class talent will offer me many exciting fights and has the ability to bring many new fans from all around the world to mixed martial arts. I am grateful to [Strikeforce CEO] Scott Coker for the opportunity to help make this happen and for treating me with the utmost respect throughout our negotiations.”
Events, UFC 100 - May 12, 2009 - 1 Comment
UFC 100 fight card and rumors for July 11 show
Event: UFC 100
Date: Saturday, July 11, 2009
Location: Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada
“It’s the biggest event in mixed martial arts history, and for UFC 100, the Ultimate Fighting Championship is bringing out the big guns. Two championships will be on the line when UFC heavyweight title holder Brock Lesnar defends his crown against rival Frank Mir in their long-awaited grudge match, and UFC welterweight champion Georges “Rush” St-Pierre puts his belt up for grabs against Brazilian knockout artist Thiago “Pitbull” Alves. Also, The Ultimate Fighter coaches collide as Dan Henderson takes on Michael “The Count” Bisping in a pivotal middleweight showdown.”
Main Event:
UFC Heavyweight Champion Brock Lesnar (3-1) vs. Interim Heavyweight Champion Frank Mir (12-3) for undisputed division title
Main Card (Televised):
UFC Welterweight Champion Georges St. Pierre (18-2) vs. Thiago Alves (16-3)
Jon Fitch (18-3) vs. Paulo Thiago (11-0)
Dan Henderson (24-7) vs. Michael Bisping (17-1)
Yoshihiro Akiyama (12-1) vs. Alan Belcher (14-5)
Preliminary Card (May not be broadcast):
Stephan Bonnar (11-5) vs. Mark Coleman (15-9)
Jon Jones (8-0) vs. Jake O’Brien (11-2)
Jonathan Goulet (22-10) vs. Dong Hyun Kim (11-0-1)
Mac Danzig vs. Jim Miller
CB Dollaway vs. Tom Lawlor
Matt Grice (9-2) vs. Shannon Gugerty (11-3)
Events, UFC 93 - November 10, 2008 - 0 Comments
UFC 93 Fight Card
Event: UFC 93
Date: Saturday, Jan 17, 2009, at 3 p.m. ET on pay-per-view (PPV)
Location: The O2 in Dublin, Ireland
Main Event:
Rich Franklin (24-3) vs. Dan Henderson (23-7)
Main Card (Televised):
Mauricio “Shogun” Rua (16-3) vs. Mark Coleman (15-8)
Marcus Davis (15–4) vs. Chris Lytle (26-16–5)
Ivan Serati (10-2) vs. Tomasz Drwal (14-2)
Preliminary Card (May not be broadcast):
Andre Gusmao (5-1) vs. Antonio Mendes (15–3)
Fight Cards - June 25, 2008 - 0 Comments
UFC 88: “BREAKTHROUGH” Fight Card
Date: Saturday, September 6, 2008, at 10 p.m. ET on SpikeTV
Location: Philips Arena — Atlanta, GA
“In his first fight since a stunning victory over Wanderlei Silva at UFC 79, UFC legend Chuck “The Iceman” Liddell is back to face undefeated light heavyweight contender Rashad “Sugar” Evans. Will Evans plow through Liddell to jump to the top of the 205-lb. rankings? Or will Liddell successfully continue his crusade to regain the UFC Light Heavyweight Title?”
Main Event:
Chuck Liddell vs. Rashad Evans
Main Card (televised):
Dan Henderson vs Rousimar Palhares
Karo Parisyan vs. Yoshiyuki Yoshida
Rumored to fight:
Yushin Okami vs. TBD
* Stay tuned for more details about UFC 88. Fights will be added as they are rumored and signed.
MMA Videos - May 6, 2008 - 0 Comments
Dan Henderson wants a rematch with Anderson Silva (video)
News - March 2, 2008 - 0 Comments
UFC 82: Knockout, Submission, Fight of the Night
Here’s the breakdown:
Fight of the Night: Anderson Silva vs. Dan Henderson
Knockout of the Night: Chris Leben
Submission of the Night: Anderson Silva
Anderson Silva earned $120,000 in bonuses, $60,000 for Fight of the Night (Henderson also picked up a $60,000 bonus) and $60,000 for Submission of the Night. Marcus Davis and John Koppenhaver also picked up fight night bonuses.
MMA Videos - March 1, 2008 - 0 Comments
Joe Rogan Previews Silva vs. Henderson (Video)
Joe Rogan comments on Silva vs. Henderson, EliteXC CBS TV deal, Fedor vs. Couture.