What’s next for Rich Franklin?
After Rich Franklin’s TKO loss to Vitor “The Phenom” Belfort, during Saturday night’s UFC 103, I’m asking myself what’s next for “Ace”? The loss to Belfort was Franklin’s second consecutive fight at a catch weight match-up; his first was a unanimous decision win against Wanderlei Silva back at UFC 99 in June. But with the loss on Saturday, what do you do with him now? Dana... [Read More...]
Rich Franklin vs. Vitor Belfort to take place at 195 pounds
Although UFC President Dana White had reported that a main event bout for UFC 103 between Rich Franklin and the newly re-signed Vitor Belfort was to take place at light-heavyweight during a press conference held earlier this afternoon, it now appears that the bout between the two will now take place at a catch-weight of 195 pounds. The news comes directly from Franklin himself who posted the news of... [Read More...]
UFC 103 bout with Dan Henderson makes sense to Rich Franklin
There were more than a few fans of the sport that were left scratching their heads when a rematch between Rich Franklin and Dan Henderson was announced as the headliner for UFC 103. According to Franklin, the bout makes more sense than initially meets the eye. I recently had the opportunity to speak with Franklin for an exclusive interview which was featured in Extreme Fighter Magazine, and the former... [Read More...]
Rich Franklin vs. Dan Henderson II set to headline UFC 103
The UFC’s second venture into Texas officially has a main event! According to an announcement made on their website, former UFC Middleweight Champion Rich Franklin has been given an opportunity to avenge a razor-thin split decision loss to Dan Henderson from this past January. Henderson is freshly off a UFC 100 highlight reel knockout of his foil on last season’s Ultimate Fighter, Michael Bisping,... [Read More...]
Rich Franklin vs. Chuck Liddell a No-Go for UFC 103
A rumored main event between Rich Franklin and Chuck Liddell at UFC 103 in Dallas won’t be taking place. The news comes courtesy of a recent report on MMAJunkie.com. Apparently Franklin has been approached with a list of fighters as possible opponents for a main event bout at UFC 103 but Liddell isn’t one of the options. Franklin was originally looking to return to the octagon in December after... [Read More...]
Rich Franklin Will Train with Anderson Silva in Preparation for Wanderlei Silva
Rich Franklin who will meet Wanderlei Silva June 13th in Germany at UFC 99 has called upon a former foe to help him prepare for this bout. In an article by Dan Stupp in the Dayton Daily News, sources close to Anderson Silva have confirmed that he will indeed be working with Franklin as he prepares to meet the “Axe Murderer.” Franklin’s manager, J.T. Stewart, was asked to comment on the unusual... [Read More...]
UFC officially announces Franklin vs. Silva to headline German debut
The Ultimate Fighting Championship officially announced Tuesday that its debut in Germany has been scheduled for Saturday, June 13. UFC 99 will take place in Cologne, Germany and will emanate from the Lanxess Arena. UFC CEO Lorenzo Fertitta and UFC President Dana White were present at a Monday press conference in Cologne to officially announce the event. The event has been subtitled “The Comeback,”... [Read More...]
Rich Franklin vs. Wanderlei Silva expected for UFC 99
A new published report indicates that an intriguing matchup between former UFC middleweight champion Rich Franklin and former PRIDE middleweight (205 lbs.) champion Wanderlei Silva is set to take place at UFC 99 during the UFC’s inaugural event in Germany on June 13 in Cologne at the Lanxess Arena. The news was first reported by MMAWeekly.com, which cites multiple independent sources as having... [Read More...]
For Franklin, all Roads Lead to Anderson Silva
Rich “Ace” Franklin (24-3) has enjoyed one of the most prosperous MMA careers in the sports young history. He is a former UFC middleweight champion and has only tasted defeated three times in his career, at the hands of the undefeated Lyoto Machida and the best pound-for-pound fighter Anderson Silva (twice). Silva has dominated the middleweight division in the UFC since defeating Franklin... [Read More...]
Rich Franklin Part II: “I want to be a champion again”
On January 17th from Dublin, Ireland both Rich Franklin and Dan Henderson will face one of the toughest tests in their decorated mixed martial arts careers when they face off with one another in the main event of UFC 93. The bout pits two of the sports premier athletes up against one another in a match that gives both men a golden opportunity to breathe new life into their MMA careers. Since falling... [Read More...]
Rich Franklin talks Henderson, TUF 9, and the movies in Part 1 of exclusive 5 Oz. interview
Rich Franklin recently left his mark in the UFC’s light heavyweight division when he stopped top prospect Matt Hamill with a perfectly placed liver kick at UFC 88. The former middleweight champion will have an opportunity to rocket himself up the ranks at 205 when he faces off with the extremely dangerous top ranked former Pride FC champion, Dan Henderson. The upcoming battle between the two... [Read More...]
Dana White reveals Franklin vs. Henderson winner to become TUF coach opposite Bisping
UFC President Dana White revealed during a special Q&A session in Fort Bragg, North Carolina on Tuesday that the winner of a planned light heavyweight attraction between Rich Franklin and Dan Henderson at UFC 93 on January 17 will be named a head coach for the ninth season of The Ultimate Fighter. TUF 9 will feature fighters at lightweight and welterweight representing both the U.S. and UK in a... [Read More...]
UFC makes nine bouts official for UFC 93
The Ultimate Fighting Championship confirmed previously reported matchups for its UFC 93 event, which is set to take place on Saturday, January 17 and emanate from the O2 Arena in Dublin, Ireland. In addition to featured matchups between light heavyweights Rich Franklin vs. Dan Henderson and Mauricio “Shogun” Rua vs. Mark Coleman, fights between Denis Kang vs. Alan Belcher, Andre Gusmao... [Read More...]
Rich Franklin vs. Dan Henderson possible for UFC 93
MMA Junkie is reporting that sources close to both Rich Franklin and Dan Henderson have confirmed that a bout between the two top five middleweights is being discussed for the newly announced UFC 93 show on January 17 in Dublin, Ireland. The original report from Yahoo!’s Eurosport claimed that Franklin could face Mauricio “Shogun” Rua or Chuck Liddell in the main event at the 02 Arena.... [Read More...]
Round 5 MMA figures Series II: Wanderlei, Ace, Spider, and Sherk (pics)
Series II of Round 5 MMA collectible figures now has it’s fourth and final member: Wanderlei “The Axe Murderer” Silva. Silva joins Sean Sherk, Rich Franklin, and Anderson Silva in the second series of these 6 inch collectibles. Series I is made up of MMA icons Randy Couture, Tito Ortiz, Matt Hughes, and Quinton Jackson. The detail and artistry of these figures is the design of... [Read More...]
The Changing of the Guard
Some were happy, some were sad, and most were in shock. Chuck Liddell was knocked unconscious by one punch, thrown by a reality TV show winner. If you had said that one, two, or even three years ago, any MMA fan in the world would have disagreed or possibly ridiculed you incessantly. Now, on September 6th of 2008 it is a reality. Rashad Evans knocked out Liddell at UFC 88. And it is a reality that... [Read More...]
UFC 88: Pondering Rich Franklin’s future at light heavyweight and other post-show thoughts
Last night at UFC 88 former middleweight champion Rich Franklin made a successful return to the UFC’s light heavyweight division, where he’s likely to remain for the foreseeable future. The question is, does he belong there? While Franklin was impressive in finishing Matt Hamill with a swift kick to the liver in round three, he hardly looked dominant up to that point. Franklin is a well-rounded... [Read More...]
UFC 88 Thoughts & Commentary
UFC 88 from Atlanta, GA is now in the books and we were treated to an exciting night of action including Chuck Liddell getting viciously KO’d by Rashad Evans, Rich Franklin making a successful return to 205 lbs., and Dan Henderson recording his first victory inside the Octagon since returning to the UFC. Let’s get to breaking down the action… Is Chuck Liddell done? Is he done fighting?... [Read More...]
UFC 88 Video: Franklin vs. Hamill
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UFC 88: Hamill vs. Franklin has upset potential
In the past I have been very guilty of underestimating the abilities of Matt “The Hammer” Hamill. For far too long I viewed him as nothing more than a one-dimensional wrestler relying heavily on his grappling and athletic ability. But over the course of the last year I have gained a lot more respect for him as a true mixed martial artist. CBSSports.com has its staff members offer predictions... [Read More...]
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