Tonight we finally get that third fight between former UFC light heavyweight champions Tito Ortiz and Chuck Liddell originally promised to us back in June of 2010. To get up for the rematch we go back to when the two legends were coaching opposing teams on a season of the UFC reality show ‘The Ultimate Fighter’ and scheduled to get it on one last time at UFC 115. A withdrawal by Ortiz from the bout infuriated Liddell leading to Rich Franklin stepping in to replace him. Rich would knock out Chuck forcing him in to retirement and seemingly squashing any hopes of getting that third fight. Before they fulfill their promise under the Golden Boy banner tonight check out one of the moments that kept their feud alive.
The story of UFC: How a reality TV show promoted global domination
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is the biggest promotion company for MMA globally. Since its debut in 1993, it has grown to become a presence that advocates large numbers, in terms of viewership and finances. Dana White, the president of UFC has seen its ups and lows. Since 2001, she headed the company and built it … Read more