Sunday, April 22, 2007

Breaking News: Gracie v Sakuraba slated for June!

According to a report by Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer, Royce Gracie and Kazushi Sakuraba have agreed to fight on the "Dynamite!! USA" card June 2 at the Los Angeles Coliseum

Gracie and Sakuraba met in May 2000 at the Pride Grand Prix and their epic 90-minute battle and is considered one of the most memorable and significant fights in mixed martial arts history. Sakuraba was the victor when Gracie's corner threw in the towel in the sixth round.

The fight is currently pending approval by the California State Athletic Commission.

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