WEC

Former WEC bantamweight champion Miguel Torres has been out of action since losing his belt to the current champ, Brian Bowles. The wait could soon be over as Torres is expected to be part of WEC 47 that will take place in Columbus, Ohio. The event is expected to take place on March 6. An opponent has not been announced for Torres, but he is expected to be fighting another top contender. If Torres wins his next fight he could be right back in line for a title shot. “Miguel wants to fight,” said WEC general manager Reed Harris. “He’s [...]

Earlier today Hoelzer Reich tried to clear the air and apologize for any hurt feelings or misunderstandings that were a result of the German military imagery that they chose to use on their t-shirts. Perhaps it was too little, too late. World Extreme Cagefighting general manager Reed Harris has said Zuffa will no longer allow their fighters to wear Hoelzer Reich apparel. Zuffa is the owner of both the WEC and Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). A few Zuffa fighters had previously been sponsored by Hoelzer Reich. Joe Brammer wore his Hoelzer Reich walk-out tee at The Ultimate Fighter Finale which [...]

World Extreme Cagefighting general manager Reed Harris announced on MMAWeekly Radio last night that the organization would be on pay-per view by the end of 2010. Reed said, “I think we’re shooting for mid-year at this point, but it could be sooner, it just depends on what happens in January. It depends on how our fights go and our ratings and all that stuff.” This move could very well be the downfall of the WEC. There is no question that the promotion always puts on a great night of fights, but their lack of star power to the general public [...]

World Extreme Cagefighting is going to close off 2009 with an exciting battle between Donald Cerrone and Ed Ratcliff. The event will take place on December 19th in what is sure to be an explosive battle. Both of these guys like to keep the fight standing and throw punches to end fights. WEC 45: Cerrone vs. Ratcliff will be broadcast on Versus. Click here for the full WEC 45: Cerrone vs. Ratcliff fight card