UFC Masters Division

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Originally posted by: Galgorian
Date: March 12, 2017 at 12:08 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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A Fight Pass survey was released recently, toying with the idea of implementing a series of "legend" fights. Would you be interested in watching a UFC Fight Pass exclusive Masters division?
Rules for Eligibility
- Must be over the age of 38 years old
- Must be under the age of 50 years old
- Must have, at one point, competed in a premier level mixed martial arts organization (UFC, Strikeforce, PRIDE, etc.)
- Must be physically fit to compete as determined by a doctor and pass rigorous physical exam.
- Active UFC fighters who meet eligibility criteria could choose to compete in the regular or masters division.
Rules for Competition
- Modified exhibition rules: Two 4 minute rounds, with the possibility of a third round in the event of a tie after two rounds.
- PRIDE weight classes: Heavyweight (Over 209 Pounds), Middleweight (177-209 Pounds), Welterweight (144 - 177 Pounds), Lightweight (Below 144)
- Each division would have it's own UFC Masters Division Champion and Rankings
Sample Divisions
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(To provide a possible sample of what divisions
could
look like in a few years with free agent signings)
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Heavyweight
Andrei Arlovski
Antônio Rodrigo Nogueira
Fedor Emelianenko
Fabricio Werdum
Heath Herring
Jeff Monson
Josh Barnett
Mark Hunt
Mirko Cro Cop
Ricco Rodriguez
Roy Nelson
Shane Carwin
Middleweight
Antônio Rogério Nogueira
Anderson Silva
Brandon Vera
Chael Sonnen
Chuck Liddell
Damian Maia
Dan Henderson
Forrest Griffin
Hector Lombard
Keith Jardine
Lyoto Machida
Mark Munoz
Matt Hamill
Michael Bisping
Rampage Jackson
Rich Franklin
Stephan Bonnar
Vitor Belfort
Wanderlei Silva
Welterweight
BJ Penn
Chris Lytle
Demian Maia
Dennis Siver
Jake Shields
Jon Fitch
Matt Hughes
Matt Serra
Mike Pyle
Ricardo Almeida
Sean Sherk
Takanori Gomi
Yoshihiro Akiyama
Lightweight
BJ Penn
Caol Uno
Denis Siver
Jens Pulver
Kenny Florian
Takanori Gomi
Tatsuya Kawajiri
Yves Edwards
 
Originally posted by: MysterLynch
Date: March 12, 2017 at 12:19 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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Galgorian said:
A Fight Pass survey was released recently, toying with the idea of implementing a series of "legend" fights. Would you be interested in watching a UFC Fight Pass exclusive Masters division?
Rules for Eligibility
- Must be over the age of 38 years old
- Must be under the age of 50 years old
- Must have, at one point, competed in a premier level mixed martial arts organization (UFC, Strikeforce, PRIDE, etc.)
- Must be physically fit to compete as determined by a doctor and pass rigorous physical exam.
- Active UFC fighters who meet eligibility criteria could choose to compete in the regular or masters division.
Rules for Competition
- Modified exhibition rules: Two 4 minute rounds, with the possibility of a third round in the event of a tie after two rounds.
- PRIDE weight classes: Heavyweight (Over 209 Pounds), Middleweight (177-209 Pounds), Welterweight (144 - 177 Pounds), Lightweight (Below 144)
- Each division would have it's own UFC Masters Division Champion and Rankings
Sample Divisions
​
(To provide a possible sample of what divisions
could
look like in a few years with free agent signings)
​
Heavyweight
Andrei Arlovski
Antônio Rodrigo Nogueira
Fedor Emelianenko
Fabricio Werdum
Heath Herring
Jeff Monson
Josh Barnett
Mark Hunt
Mirko Cro Cop
Ricco Rodriguez
Roy Nelson
Shane Carwin
Middleweight
Antônio Rogério Nogueira
Anderson Silva
Brandon Vera
Chael Sonnen
Chuck Liddell
Damian Maia
Dan Henderson
Forrest Griffin
Hector Lombard
Keith Jardine
Lyoto Machida
Mark Munoz
Matt Hamill
Michael Bisping
Rampage Jackson
Rich Franklin
Stephan Bonnar
Vitor Belfort
Wanderlei Silva
Welterweight
BJ Penn
Chris Lytle
Demian Maia
Dennis Siver
Jake Shields
Jon Fitch
Matt Hughes
Matt Serra
Mike Pyle
Ricardo Almeida
Sean Sherk
Takanori Gomi
Yoshihiro Akiyama
Lightweight
BJ Penn
Caol Uno
Denis Siver
Jens Pulver
Kenny Florian
Takanori Gomi
Tatsuya Kawajiri
Yves Edwards
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SACs would never agree to modified weight classes.
 
Originally posted by: Gnarcore
Date: March 12, 2017 at 12:39 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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Yes. As long as they're medically cleared to fight.
 
Originally posted by: trubs
Date: March 12, 2017 at 01:04 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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Looks more like the UFC Has Been Division.
 
Originally posted by: CardioKing
Date: March 12, 2017 at 03:46 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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This isn't Golf. Somebody would die.
 
Originally posted by: abc0331
Date: March 12, 2017 at 08:37 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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troubleshooting said:
Looks more like the UFC Has Been Division.
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So Bellator?
 
Originally posted by: Sean White
Date: March 12, 2017 at 10:14 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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This sounds like the heavyweight division...
 
Originally posted by: Galgorian
Date: March 12, 2017 at 11:34 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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CardioKing said:
This isn't Golf. Somebody would die.
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So better to have them fight against guys much younger than them who are in their prime? That worked well for BJ and Vitor.
 
Originally posted by: Jak
Date: March 12, 2017 at 11:50 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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It doesn't need to be complex with a specific list. I'd simply support aging fighters fighting aging fighters.
Michael Bisping can be the inaugural champ!
 
Originally posted by: london209
Date: March 12, 2017 at 11:54 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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This sounds great ..... for the ea sports UFC 3 game
 
Originally posted by: TheRedbeltReport
Date: March 12, 2017 at 12:02 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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'Would watch' and want to happen are two different things. Curiosity would definitely get the best of me if this were to happen.
 
Originally posted by: Sunfish Hero
Date: March 12, 2017 at 12:26 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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I wouldn't mind the idea of what essential results in super fights. But throwing title belts into the mix would be stupid. Basically what amounts to single, enjoyable exhibition bouts between greats.
 
Originally posted by: CardioKing
Date: March 12, 2017 at 01:21 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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Galgorian said:
So better to have them fight against guys much younger than them who are in their prime? That worked well for BJ and Vitor.
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Here's a novel idea. Don't have aging fighters fight anyone. Then no one dies.
Not sure if you get it. But, somebody would DIE. Have your mom and dad explain death. It will blow your mind.
 
Originally posted by: CardioKing
Date: March 12, 2017 at 01:21 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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Sunfish Hero said:
I wouldn't mind the idea of what essential results in super fights. But throwing title belts into the mix would be stupid. Basically what amounts to single, enjoyable exhibition bouts between greats.
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You said super fights. Automatic 3-day ban.
 
Originally posted by: Galgorian
Date: March 12, 2017 at 01:35 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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CardioKing said:
Here's a novel idea. Don't have aging fighters fight anyone. Then no one dies.
Not sure if you get it. But, somebody would DIE. Have your mom and dad explain death. It will blow your mind.
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You are just ignoring reality. These fights are happening all the time.
 
Originally posted by: Sunfish Hero
Date: March 12, 2017 at 01:42 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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CardioKing said:
You said super fights. Automatic 3-day ban.
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I like super fights.
I mean, perhaps the words are stupid, but I like the idea of fights being meaningless in the context of a title bout, but still the focal point of an event.
 
Originally posted by: CardioKing
Date: March 12, 2017 at 09:29 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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Sunfish Hero said:
I like super fights.
I mean, perhaps the words are stupid, but I like the idea of fights being meaningless in the context of a title bout, but still the focal point of an event.
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7-day ban. Keep it up. I can pretend ban you all night.
 
Originally posted by: CardioKing
Date: March 12, 2017 at 09:35 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/ufc-masters-division.70905/
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Galgorian said:
You are just ignoring reality. These fights are happening all the time.
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You're ignoring the fact that there is currently no Master's Division and that the number of fights involving aging MMA fighters is a small percentage of the total bouts that are currently licensed.
Furthermore, you're forgetting that MMA promotions have worked hard to convince politicians and journalists that accidental deaths and head injuries are low in the sport. Three years of a Master's Division would be plenty of time to end that reputation.
Last but not least, the number of fights that would be scrapped/cancelled due to injuries would be ridiculously high. I'd wager 35-55% of all scheduled bouts would be cancelled due to training injuries. It's bound to happen when both fighters have miles and miles of training and bouts under their belts.
Everything about this concept is stupid. Might as well take money, throw it in a garbage bin and set it on fire.
 
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