The bout managed to change the perceptions of the two men within the sport. Silva further established himself as the greatest fighter currently breathing while Griffin’s poor performance raised questions as to whether he deserves to be viewed as top tier fighter, or if he were was one in the first place.
It’s safe to say that Ultimate Fighting Championship President Dana White is in an enviable position at the moment. He’s the head of the premier organization in a rapidly growing sport. Revenue for UFC pay-per view events have eclipsed those of boxing and pro wrestling for countless months, and the videogame UFC Undisputed 2009 has sold millions of copies within one year of its release.
With all the recent controversy over a South African track and field star’s gender, one has to wonder how UFC Heavyweight Champion Brock Lesnar has gone this far without anyone questioning whether he is indeed a human life form. The 6′5 265 pound former star collegiate wrestler is a true freak of nature.Massively built and resembling Boris Karloff’s Frankenstein come to life sans neckbolts.
Thursday, Sep 9
Partly Cloudy
Currently: 58˚ F
Feels Like: 58˚ F
Hi: 74˚, Lo: 54˚
Tonight: 54˚
Sunset: 7:06 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Friday, Sep 10
Hi: 73˚, Lo: 54˚
Saturday, Sep 11
Hi: 75˚, Lo: 55˚
Sunday, Sep 12
Hi: 71˚, Lo: 60˚
Monday, Sep 13
Hi: 75˚, Lo: 55˚