Showdown Joe Ferraro of SportsNet live tweeted the scrum and here are some highlights:
Dana stated if TRT is banned, the UFC will follow suit when regulating their own shows. Guys will not be allowed to use it.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana said Julianna Pena was basically bullied at her gym for wearing TUF gear. She was jumped from behind and fell, damaging her knee.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana said Michael @Bisping was cleared today and will fight @TimKennedyMMA at the #TUFNations finale, April, in Quebec.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana stressed that Mir and Overreem can stay with the UFC, but they have to perform.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana happy that Pat Barry made the right decision to walk away from MMA. Doesn't really want him to see him compete in any combat sports.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana stated the guys in the locker room really like Pat Barry, even Brock Lesnar, "who doesn't like anybody".
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana not sure if Weidman vs Belfort will happen in May or in July. No final decision yet.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana stated Dominick Cruz has the worst luck but that they did wait too long to make a decision with the belt. Won't do it again.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana ripping on gyms who don't allow fighters space / perimeter when training for big bouts. Too many injuries occur because of it.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana not happy with Chael and Wanderlei fighting on TUF Brazil.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana said there was some punishment that ensued on the TUF Brazil show after Chael and Wanderlei fought.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana repeating that he wants TRT banned but says there are so many guys (like 50) who are on it. Everyone keeps focusing on Belfort.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana stated he and Joe Silva were talking about Anthony Rumble Johnson last week.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana states @cainmma Velasquez is the ticket they need for Mexico. Ricardo Lamas is a bonus if he wins the FW title on Saturday.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana stated Philippines could be next. They were close before but a major sponsor pulled out postponing their debut.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana states Frankie Edgar and Ice T tried to get tickets from him, but he has none to offer. No room or space.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana saying Nate Diaz is not making sense - lost a bunch of fights, says will fight anyone, but not Khabib.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana said original issues with Baltimore show had to do with taxes. It's all been worked out.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana stated way more people subscribed to Fight Pass than originally forecasted. Said any security issues will be dealt with.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana stating he isn't sure what to think of CM Punk competing in MMA or for the UFC. He's 35, "so we'll see."
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana stating he isn't sure what to think of CM Punk competing in MMA or for the UFC. He's 35, "so we'll see."
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana on a current speech about banning MMA and those who want to ban youth football. Check the video when it's posted: #BanMonkeyBars
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
Dana addresses lack of big name on card: they sold out the event with two Brazilians in the main and co-main event.
— Joe Ferraro (@ShowdownJoe) January 30, 2014
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