The death of President Naoto Morishita, along with rumored financial problems, look to be the determining factors in Dream Stage Entertainment’s, PRIDE’s parent company, decision to revamp the show.
Let's take a closer look at the ramifications of PRIDE closing shop or going to a more Japanese dominated lineup as has also been rumored. What affects would it have on the rest of the MMA world? [More]
The Rich Clementi vs Yves Edwards matchup reported on January 28th has been officially released as the 8th spot for UFC 41: Onslaught. The complete card is now:
Due to the the sudden death of DSE President Naoto Morishita, rumors are circulating about the future of PRIDE Fighting Championships. Today, DSE released it's schedule for 2003 to confirm its future in MMA. DSE cited a successful 2002 highlighted by sell-outs for each event, and sanctioning by the Nevada Athletic Commission.
Matt "The Wizard" Hume recently returned to MMA with a submission over "PAIN" Peterson in December's HOOKnSHOOT. Now, Jeff Osbourne's HOOKnSHOOT is teaming with Matt Hume's UFCF on March 1, in Washington State. Matt Hume will be facing Rick McCoy in the main event. [More]
