UFC 91 replay number one in its timeslot on broadcast and cable TV
Spike TV officials issued a press release on Tuesday afternoon to announce that this past Saturday’s replay of UFC 91 peaked at 3.3 million viewers. The replay, which featured Randy Couture losing the UFC heavyweight title to Brock Lesnar during their Nov. 15 encounter, was scheduled as counter-programming to “Day of Reckoning,” the second ever pay-per-view event promoted by Affliction... [Read More...]
Affliction’s “Day of Reckoning” to face more competition in the form of UFC 91
When Affliction Entertainment held its inaugural pay-per-view event entitled “Banned” last July 19, it prompted the UFC to hastily put together a live UFC Fight Night 14 event to go head-to-head with it on Spike TV. Affliction’s second-ever PPV, entitled “Day of Reckoning,” is scheduled for Saturday, January 24. With the UFC scheduled to promote pay-per-view events on... [Read More...]
Ten fighters pass UFC 91 post-fight drug testing
FiveOuncesOfPain.com was notified by the Nevada State Athletic Commission on Monday afternoon that ten fighters who competed at UFC 91 on Nov. 15 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas passed their post-fight drug screenings. The following fighters passed their tests for street narcotics and performance enhancing drugs: Randy Couture Brock Lesnar Kenny Florian Dustin Hazelett Gabriel Gonzaga Demian... [Read More...]
Postcard from the Couch: “UFC 91 – Couture vs. Lesnar”
As I have stated in my first two editions of P.C.F.T.C., I am not a mixed martial arts expert. Having become a serious fan in only the past two years, I still have a lot to learn. I also do not practice MMA, which would surely help educate me on the sport. There are writers on this very website – and fans reading this article right now – who practice MMA and are, quite frankly, more knowledgeable... [Read More...]
UFC 91 salary figures go public
FiveOuncesOfPain.com obtained salary figures for this past weekend’s UFC 91 event courtesy of the Nevada State Athletic Commission on Monday afternoon. According to NSAC’s official records, main eventers Brock Lesnar and Randy Couture were the top earners from this past Saturday’s fight card at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Lesnar, the UFC’s new heavyweight champion,... [Read More...]
Dana White says UFC “not close” to a network deal
UFC President Dana White offered an update pertaining to where the company is at currently when it comes to striking a deal with a major network during Saturday’s post-UFC 91 press conference. To make a long story short, the UFC isn’t close to a deal. “(We are) not very close now with (the) market like this,” White responded when asked by a reporter for an update. “The economy is... [Read More...]
WWE issues statement on Brock Lesnar’s win
New UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar’s former employers with World Wrestling Entertainment felt compelled to issue a statement in regards to his victory via their official website. “In a stunning upset, Brock Lesnar became the first man to capture both the WWE Championship and the UFC Heavyweight Championship when he defeated UFC fan favorite Randy ‘The Natural’ Couture... [Read More...]
In terms of quality, UFC 91 one of the promotion’s best cards
As far as feeling satisfied following a major mixed martial arts pay-per-view, I don’t think it’s possible for me to have walked away from last night’s UFC 91 card with a better feeling. As a promotion, the UFC was clicking on all cylinders. We received the following: a much-anticipated main event from two larger-than-life stars that delivered; conclusive finishes to all fights shown... [Read More...]
Florian tries to give Penn incentive to fight him
UFC 91 was billed as having only one title fight but a second quasi-title was at stake when Kenny Florian entered the cage last night to take on Joe Stevenson. Following August’s unanimous decision victory over Roger Huerta at UFC 87, Florian had been promised a second shot at the UFC lightweight title. However, plans were put into flux when it was determined that incumbent champion B.J. Penn’s... [Read More...]
Near-sellout crowd at UFC 91 draws $4.8 million gate
Saturday’s “UFC 91: Couture vs. Lesnar” event drew a near-sellout crowd of 14,272 for a total gate of $4.8 million, UFC President Dana White announced during a post-fight press conference. Coming into the event, the UFC had set high ticket prices for the heavyweight title clash in hopes of setting the company’s record for total live gate receipts. However, in spite of last night’s... [Read More...]
UFC 91 Video: Post-fight interview with Brock Lesnar
ESPN.com’s “MMA Live” concluded an outstanding week of covering UFC 91 with a post-fight show last night. New heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar stopped by the set for an interview with host Jon Anik and analyst Frank Mir. The exchange between Lesnar and Mir was interesting in that Mir is the only man to have beaten the new champ. Lesnar expressed that he felt confident after Randy... [Read More...]
UFC 91 “Fight Night” bonuses awarded to Hazelett, Stephens, Gurgel, and Riley
The Ultimate Fighting Championship officially awarded its traditional “Fight Night” bonuses to four fighters upon the completion of its successful UFC 91 event last night. Despite lofty projections for PPV sales of the event, officials with the promotion awarded $60,000 bonuses after having awarded $70,000 bonuses during last month’s UFC 90 event in Rosemont, Illinois. Receiving the... [Read More...]
The Brock Lesnar Era is Upon Us
One door closes and another one opens. Whether Randy Couture fights again remains to be seen. Less uncertain is the fact that Couture’s reign over the UFC heavyweight division is over. At age 45, he probably has enough left physically to continue to fight as a special attraction. However, as long as Brock Lesnar is an active fighter for the UFC, Couture will never wear UFC heavyweight gold again. And... [Read More...]
UFC 91: Thoughts & Commentary
UFC 91 is in the books and there’s a new champion, a clear cut #1 contender at lightweight, and a whole mess of stuff to talk about. Is Brock Lesnar for real? Will we see Randy Couture again? Can Kenny Florian beat Sean Sherk or B.J. Penn? I’ve got my opinions, so let’s get to it. Is Brock Lesnar for real? You bet. And there’s no doubt that there will still be haters that... [Read More...]
UFC 91: Results And Recap
The UFC has a new heavyweight champion and he is former WWE superstar Brock Lesnar, a man who has only four professional MMA fights during his career. Lesnar was able to defeat Randy Couture on Saturday night via TKO in the second round. A right hand in the second round that landed square on the side of Randy Couture’s head that put the UFC Hall of Famer down on the mat. Lesnar took advantage... [Read More...]
UFC 91: Results and Live Play-by-Play
Welcome to Fiveouncesofpain.com’s live coverage of UFC 91: Lesnar vs. Couture, tonight’s event is being held live at the MGM Grand Hotel, Las Vegas, NV. UFC 91 features a heavyweight championship fight between Randy Couture and Brock Lesnar in a fight being called “the biggest fight in the history of the UFC.” Also on the card lightweight contenders collide as Kenny Florian... [Read More...]
WWE’s Jim Ross picks Brock Lesnar to win at UFC 91
In a new blog entry, World Wrestling Entertainment play-by-play announcer Jim Ross offered his pick for tonight’s much anticipated matchup between UFC heavyweight champion Randy Couture and former WWE heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar. And it’s no surprise that Ross is picking his former colleague to walk away with the victory at UFC 91. “If Lesnar can have success early, gain some... [Read More...]
UFC 91 salary figures for Randy Couture and Brock Lesnar released early
The salary schedule for both competitors involved in tonight’s UFC 91 main event have been made available to the general public. Typically such information does not become available until after a fight card is completed, however, Nevada State Athletic Commission executive director Keith Kizer has revealed to the Los Angeles Times that both Randy Couture and Brock Lesnar are guaranteed $250,000... [Read More...]
5 Oz. of Pain on CBSSports.com: The biggest fights in UFC history
It’s being called the “biggest fight in UFC history.” But is it? In his weekly article for CBSSports.com, FiveOuncesOfPain.com founder and publisher Sam Caplan takes a look at what he considers the biggest fights in UFC history. How does Randy Couture vs. Brock Lesnar stack up? Click here to see and decide for yourself. Fights such as Royce Gracie vs. Ken Shamrock from UFC 5, Matt... [Read More...]
UFC 91 Video: Randy Couture and Brock Lesnar speak at pre-fight press conference
Below is video of both UFC heavyweight champion Randy Couture and Brock Lesnar speaking at Thursday’s pre-fight press conference for UFC 91. SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "UFC 91 Video: Randy Couture and Brock Lesnar speak at pre-fight press conference", url: "http://fiveouncesofpain.com/2008/11/15/ufc-91-video-randy-couture-and-brock-lesnar-speak-at-pre-fight-press-conference/" }); Read More →
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