UFC 141 Ubereem vs Brock 12/30

[Ludo]

I knew there was some static between Zuffa and Golden Glory (though I've never understood why), but I figured there had to be more to it. Like, Overeem would need a better reason considering he's gone this long without the UFC.

If I remember right the conflict between the UFC and Golden Glory is that Golden Glory wants to be paid directly by the UFC and thats not how it works with the Athletic Commissions in the US. They are required to disclose the fighter pay to the AC and pay the fighters directly.

[SPX]

I knew there was some static between Zuffa and Golden Glory (though I've never understood why), but I figured there had to be more to it. Like, Overeem would need a better reason considering he's gone this long without the UFC.

[Svino]

So why exactly did Overeem leave Golden Glory?

Was back pay and a contract dispute really what it was all about?

I thought it was that Zuffa refuses to deal with Golden Glory so Overeem had to leave if he wanted to fight in the UFC.

[SPX]

So why exactly did Overeem leave Golden Glory?

Was back pay and a contract dispute really what it was all about?

[Luke]

$385,714.28 (includes $121,428.57 win bonus)

LOL

Some odd numbers there huh?

Actually, Reem isnt getting a lot of his paycheck tonight since he's getting sued by Golden Glory

Alistair Overeem’s UFC 141 fight purse will reportedly be garnished due to a court order, according to an announcement released Friday by the legal team representing the fighter’s former managers.

Represented by attorney Roderick J. Lindblom, Golden Glory and Knock Out Investments filed suit on Thursday in Clark County, Nev., for breach of contract. On Friday Lindblom's law offices issued a release regarding the suit:

“There has been some consternation about the timing of a lawsuit filed by Knock Out Investment[s]/Golden Glory against Alistair Overeem," the release stated. "We've been in discussions with Mr. Overeem's legal counsel since Nov. 7, and there has been no progress regarding the dispute. The reality is that a fighter is paid within 24 hours of the bout. Given past failure to pay management and training fees, there is serious concern on my client’s part that Mr. Overeem will simply walk away with the money.

“As of this morning, a Nevada District Court issued an Order directing the issuance of a pre-judgment writ of attachment and garnishment on Overeem’s fight purse, which would indicate that KOI/GG’s claims are meritorious.

“It would have been ideal if a lawsuit could have been avoided; KOI and Golden Glory wish Alistair well in the fight, and, in fact, have a financial interest in his continued success. Unfortunately, my clients simply had no choice.”

Overeem left Golden Glory and filed suit in Los Angeles Superior Court against his former managers in November, alleging that he was owed back pay and was tied to an unfair contract.

The former Strikeforce heavyweight champion, Overeem has not lost a fight since 2007. The 31-year-old had a banner year in 2010, capturing the Dream interim heavyweight title as well as the K-1 world grand prix kickboxing title, as well as defending his Strikeforce belt successfully against Brett Rogers. The Dutchman was victorious in his lone outing this year, outpointing Fabricio Werdum on June 18 in the Strikeforce heavyweight grand prix quarterfinals.

[SPX]

Kind of surprised DHK is making so much. Not that I don't think he's worth it.

[SPX]

$385,714.28 (includes $121,428.57 win bonus)

LOL

[Luke]

Alistair Overeem: $385,714.28 (includes $121,428.57 win bonus)
def. Brock Lesnar: $400,000

Nate Diaz: $74,000 (includes $37,000 win bonus)
def. Donald Cerrone: $30,000

Johny Hendricks: $52,000 (includes $26,000 win bonus)
def. Jon Fitch: $60,000

Alexander Gustafsson: $32,000 (includes $16,000 win bonus)
def. Vladimir Matyushenko: $40,000

Jim Hettes: $16,000 (includes $8,000 win bonus)
def. Nam Phan: $8,000

Ross Pearson: $40,000 (includes $20,000 win bonus)
def. Junior Assuncao: $8,000

Danny Castillo: $38,000 (includes $19,000 win bonus)
def. Anthony Njokuani: $12,000

Dong Hyun Kim: $82,000 (includes $41,000 win bonus)
def. Sean Pierson: $8,000

Jacob Volkmann: $32,000 (includes $16,000 win bonus)
def. Efrain Escudero: $10,000

Diego Nunes: $24,000 (includes $12,000 win bonus)
def. Manny Gamburyan: $18,000

[poopoo333]

Lil Nog vs Gustafssson( saw it on twitter)

I like that too, I just figured Lil Nog/Shogun II might be a possibility

[Luke]

Lil Nog vs Gustafssson( saw it on twitter)

[poopoo333]

Some quick matchmaking thoughts for me:

Alexander Gustafsson should welcome Thiago Silva back
Johny Hendricks vs Alves/Kampmann winner or even Koscheck if he beats Pierce
Nate Diaz vs i don't know

[poopoo333]

$75,000 KO of the Night - Johny Hendricks, Fight of the Night - Nate Diaz vs. Donald Cerrone

[SPX]

GL tonight guys.

I won't be here, but you are in my thoughts (sad but actually true).

It's the last card of the year. And you're going to dick off with your friends?

[SPX]

,,,

Damn, that's gay.

[poopoo333]

Golden Glory legal team wins judgement to garnish Overeem's UFC 141 wages