[3][4] Known as "The Iceman", Liddell achieved a 16-6 UFC record, and an overall record of 21-8, with 16 of his wins coming by way of knockout. I am shocked that [Heidi] would use this situation to strongarm me to get what she wants on completely unrelated issues.. With wide-ranged striking background in Koei-Kan Karate, American Kenpo and kickboxing he is well known in his profession with a wide fan base. The Los Angeles County Sheriff Department arrested the 51-year-old Liddell at his home in the Hidden Hills area early Monday morning for an alleged domestic violence incident, according to Fox 11. Follow the Heavy on UFC Facebook page for the . According to new legal documents, obtained by. UFC legend Chuck Liddell took to social media to shed new light on his domestic violence arrest. BKFC president David Feldman explained what led to the stoppage in the BKFC 41 main event after Luke Rockhold was unable to continue midway through the second round in his fight with Mike Perry. He has two children with MMA fighter Casey Noland. I dont know how they woke me up. Later in the second round a visibly exhausted Liddell was taken down and received a barrage of punches from the ground. Chuck maintains his income level and is placed as one of the richer retired fighters too. Charles David Liddell is an American former mixed martial artist who was the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. He's also done watching others fight in the streets . Some gloves would be nice, though. ", On September 8, 2013, during an interview on the Opie and Anthony show, Liddell stated that there was a possibility of one last comeback, similar to George Foreman. He had been hit with a right punch to the eye causing him to bleed from his eye as well as his nose. Sean Liddell is his brother who also fights in UFC and recently in WEC. Later in the second round as Couture moved in Liddell countered similar to in the second fight at UFC 52 knocking Couture out, defeating Couture for the second time via knockout in Las Vegas, Nevada, to retain the light heavyweight championship belt. The former UFC champion was taken into custody after an argument with his wife, Heidi Liddell, allegedly turned physical but prosecutors decided not to press charges against either party.. Fact. Fight of the Year (2008). But as protests on LA's Huntingdon Beach became increasingly violent, Liddell stepped in to be the voice of reason. In early 2005, Liddell was a coach on the inaugural season of The Ultimate Fighter, Spike TV's reality show which featured fighters competing for a UFC contract. [45], On March 3, 2020, Liddell announced in a TMZ interview that he has retired from mixed martial arts again.[46]. Retired UFC champion Chuck Liddell sought to calm tensions in Huntington Beach as he walked around unruly crowds and encouraged people to stay calm. One resident wrote that he strongly objects to this agenda item and that they encourage city council to focus on the homeless epidemic and helping small businesses. He has another brother named Dan and a sister named Laura. While the McMahons sought to deregulate professional wrestling starting in the 1980s, he said, White and the UFC have gone in the opposite direction, seeking legitimacy by embracing regulation from state athletic commissions. UFC Hall of Famer Chuck Liddell is done fighting. Liddell then rushed in with knees and straight rights and knocked Overeem out at the end of the first round. They arent the only noted tough guys who are in Reids corner: on Friday, hes scheduled to campaign with superstar Manny Pacquiao, considered by some to be, pound-for-pound, the best boxer in the world, in Las Vegas. He was held at the Malibu Sheriffs Station on a $20,000 bond. View our online Press Pack. [71][72], Pride Grand Prix Tournament against Overeem/Jackson. ", Also, it was noted that "Given these parents' history of substance use, it is recommended that the Court order both parents to remain free of the influence of illicit drugs and alcohol during their respective custodial periods. Tim covers news and events and has also written longform and investigative pieces. Arnold Allen: No moral victory in Max Holloway fight, I got half my pay, I lost my winning streak, I missed out on a title shot. The District Attorney decided not to press charges. [2] He is widely credited, along with fellow UFC fighter Randy Couture, with helping bring MMA into the mainstream of American sports and entertainment. Early Monday evening Liddell issued a statement through a spokesman, saying that he was the one who was attacked. Sometimes he expresses the belief it does not exist and other times he claims it is a plandemic designed for population control and combating civil unrest. Sign up for the The court hearing for this case was scheduled on October 13, 2021. Ms. Liddell also claimed that Mr. Liddell has become increasingly violent. He holds an amateur kickboxing record of 20 wins and 2 losses. [40], With the opinions and considerations of his family and friends in mind after losing three consecutive fights by knockout, Liddell decided to end his fighting career on December 29, 2010. It should be noted, that the ex-couple is heading into a November hearing for the case, which might determine who gets custody of their two children. While not the most defensively sound, for years he was known for having a granite chin and being near-impossible to knock out. [41] Liddell was visibly emotional at the announcement, acknowledging his retirement and an end to his fighting with words of farewell: "Most of all I want to thank my fans and my family. [20], In what was the most financially successful UFC event up to that point, Liddell fought a rematch with Tito Ortiz at UFC 66, which took place on December 30, 2006. On October 23, 2007, White announced that a matchup between Liddell and Wanderlei Silva would finally take place at UFC 79. It was later announced that Liddell would be coaching against fierce rival Tito Ortiz on the 11th season of The Ultimate Fighter, with the two of them fighting each other on June 12, 2010, at UFC 115. The arrest report from the incident shows that. Neither Liddell nor his wife Heidi Northcott will face charges following the mixed martial. Ex-UFC fighter Chuck Liddell has rushed to court accusing his estranged wife Heidi of refusing to help with bills which has put their home in jeopardy of being lost, RadarOnline.com has. Newsroom Guidelines Liddell is primarily known for his stand-up style with a background in Kempo and Koei-Kan Karate. Chuck said in November 2022, Heidi claimed she would reconsider her position on the community funds if he would agree to give her the kids passports so they could take a trip to Mexico. On June 12, 2010, Liddell faced Franklin at UFC 115 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Miller should know. It was later revealed that Liddell had torn his MCL prior to the fight. This shot put him out cold and basically ruined the once "iron" chin Liddell was famed for having he got stopped by everyone he faced after this fight. On February 1, 2008, Maurcio "Shogun" Rua revealed that he had recently signed a contract to fight Liddell,[26] however on March 4 it was announced on UFC.com that Rua was receiving surgery on his knee and had been forced to withdraw from the fight. "Upon arrival deputies determined Chuck Liddell and his wife had been involved in a physical altercation," the sheriff's department said. It's over: Chuck Liddell has reportedly filed for divorce from his wife Heidi after ten years of marriage, days after he was arrested for domestic violence; seen in 2019 On Monday, officers. Jake Paul has hit back at UFC legend Chuck Liddell after his social media callout. We've received your submission. The situation got so much publicity that Liddell had to undergo a drug test in the state of Nevada before being sanctioned for his next fight in the UFC. Breaking Down Prime Chuck Liddell. Liddell, known by the nickname "The Iceman," was the UFC's light heavyweight champion from April 16, 2005-May 26, 2007. Chuck "The Iceman" Liddell, the sport's elder statesman, appeared at a rally for Reid earlier this month, alongside UFC President Dana White. Shortly after the arrest, FOX 11 obtained a statement from Liddell. It was wildly successful., Reid is a relatively new convert to UFC fandom. [19] Throughout the bout, Liddell dominated with aggressive punches, causing knockdowns in several rounds. Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou wont join ONE Championship, Chatri Sityodtong announced. U.S. news Former UFC champ Chuck Liddell arrested on domestic battery charge L.A. County sheriff's deputies said the fighter "and his wife had been involved in a physical altercation." Create. [53][54][55] Liddell proposed to his girlfriend Heidi Northcott on November 4, 2010. Ms. Liddell claimed to have injuries but Mr. Liddell denied doing anything to cause them and questioned whether she really had them. Earlier in the fight, Franklin had broken his arm blocking a body kick from Liddell. ONEs Chatri Sityodtong decided not to submit our final offer to Francis Ngannou after meeting. Liddell continues to train in San Luis Obispo, California, where he attended college along with fellow team member and friend Wyatt Courtney. READ MORE | Former UFC champion Chuck Liddell arrested for domestic battery, Through a spokesman, he released a statement that afternoon that said, "Last night, the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department deputies who responded were professional. Ortiz joined Bellator in 2014 and went 3-1 in that promotion, beating Alexander Shlemenko, Stephan Bonnar and Chael Sonnen. Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department officials said they . Liddell headlined 13 UFC events during his career and was one of the promotions big early stars. L.A. County sheriff's deputies said the fighter "and his wife had been involved in a physical altercation. [25][12] Liddell stated he wanted a rematch and claimed he had never taken Jardine seriously. Northcott has maintained her privacy over the years and mostly . Recently, 199 pages of emails from constituents were presented to the city council and uploaded to that bodys website. Arizona Sen. John McCain once called it human cockfighting.. If he still wants to fight, he can fight. In high school, Liddell was a four-year starter on the football team at San Marcos High School, playing center and linebacker, and he also excelled at wrestling. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. He's going to have dementia or Alzheimer's. As we reported, the couple's relationship ended after a massive blowup that included the MMA fighter being arrested for domestic violence. So even as a republican I support him because he supports us!, New York legalization is UFCs holy grail, said Ted Butryn, professor of sports psychology and sociology at San Jose State University who studies the sport. However, some of his fellow city councillors want to see him ousted from that position. They have 31 different rules. [22], On July 11, 2007, Dana White confirmed in an interview with Yahoo! Thanks for contacting us. In the action-packed bout, Liddell was getting out-landed by the taller, quicker and more technical striking of Overeem; later in the round Liddell landed an overhand punch to the head of Overeem, sending him staggering into the ropes. By. Former UFC light heavyweight champion Chuck Liddell has divulged his version of the story. In March 2007, shortly before UFC 68, he appeared on Good Morning Texas (Texan version of Good Morning America) for an interview, and to promote the film 300, but appeared to be very drowsy and fell asleep mid-interview. Chuck Liddell was arrested early Monday morning for domestic violence . has declined to file criminal charges against him or his wife. [61][62], Liddell's moniker, "The Iceman", was coined by his trainer, John Hackleman, of Liddell's calm and relaxed temperament before fights. On Monday, October 11th, TMZ reports that fellow UFC Hall of Famer Chuck Liddell has been arrested by the Los Angeles Sheriff's department. Among the other emails are claims Ortiz made threatening and disrespectful remarks to residents and that he is a source an embarrassment to himself and the city that elected him. Known as "The Iceman" in the octagon, Liddell is one of UFC's most revered fighters, going 21-8 in his Hall of Fame career that spanned from 1998 to 2010. Chuck said the monthly mortgage is $13,691. "[36] Liddell went on to say that he would be "making that decision in the gym, not in the ring" after sparring sessions. [39] However, on April 12, 2010, the main event was changed to Liddell vs. Rich Franklin. LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) - Former UFC star Chuck Liddell will face no charges from the LA County District Attorney's office, after his arrest on October 11. To focus on online sales, this store was closed shortly. We were hanging out in the locker room before the fight, and he noticed that I wasn't breaking a sweat or shaking out my arms to release some of the jitters and didn't have any other nervous tics. In his next defense, at UFC 62 on August 26, 2006, Liddell would beat Renato "Babalu" Sobral, who he had defeated nearly three years prior. After a technical submission loss to top contender Jeremy Horn shortly after, Liddell began establishing his reputation as a top contender with dominant victories over Kevin Randleman, Murilo Bustamante, Vitor Belfort, Amar Suloev, Jeff Monson, and Renato Sobral. He's still currently one of the richest MMA fighters in the world and is included in the UFC Hall of Fame. The fight believes it to be worth $5.3 million today. In the main event of UFC 76, Liddell came out landing his signature right hand to the head of Jardine, rocking him backwards, but Jardine stayed in the fight. '', The document noted that "the case is declined for filing'' and that "the investigating officer concurs.''. The deputies informed me that my wife would be arrested, as I did not respond to her assault while I sustained bruising and lacerations. If Liddells demeanor during the interview wasnt bad enough, he also added that the foggy haze from the pills he took that night didnt wear off until after he returned home again even if he doesnt remember how he got there. Chucks daughter told police she witnessed her parents pushing each other. Ms. Liddell also claimed that Mr. Liddell had the reputation of being able to beat up anyone.". Before he became an extremely polarizing figure in the world of politics, Ortiz was most known for his UFC Hall of Fame MMA career. [6], Born in Santa Barbara, California, Liddell was raised by his single mother and maternal grandfather, who taught Liddell and his siblings boxing techniques from a very young age. He has terrible sleep apnea. He returned to action in 2018 to fight Ortiz for the third time and lost by first-round KO. Hes enlisted White and other big names in the sport to record public-service announcements for his office one urging people to vote, another encouraging participation in the Census. While the information about this case will be revealed in due course, I believe it is important to convey and clarify a few facts about the situation. This dude was fighting his ass off. Ortiz has since stated that Liddell's thumb made contact with his eye, causing him momentarily to see "nothing but black". The UFC legend claims he was the victim of the. MMA SQUARED: BKFC 41 sizzles while UFC drizzles. The film, called 'Chuck and Tito',[70] focused on the fights and feud between Liddell and Tito Ortiz. I was having problems sleeping. [68], In 2018, Liddell was a houseguest on the first U.S. season of Celebrity Big Brother, where he was the first person evicted. However, in March, it was rumored that Ortiz had pulled out for unknown reasons and would be replaced by former UFC middleweight champion Rich Franklin. Chuck Liddell is an American mixed martial artist. For me, I didnt even remember getting home, he said. During the back and forth, the duo was forced to undergo an evaluation by the court where each one was interviewed by a professional. News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. "Their daughter was interviewed and stated that she saw her parents pushing each other. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Copyright 2023 by City News Service, Inc. All Rights Reserved. After the fight, Couture announced his retirement from mixed martial arts. Both fighters were awarded "Fight of the Night" honors. Liddell had successfully defended his title and, in the process, avenged two of his three career losses. Oops. Franklin connected with a counter right hook, knocking Liddell unconscious with five seconds remaining in the first round. Chuck is from San Luis Obispo and . Even as a definite pioneer, Liddell was never the most complicated fighter. In 2018 he beat Chuck Liddell by KO in a Golden Boy promoted show.. He told me he had been in countless pro fights and was anxious before every one of them. He also became very worried that she was going to leave him after he lost his job in 2017. Chuck Liddell was one of the first successful proponents of the "sprawl and brawl" MMA fighting style, which relied on takedown defense and standup fighting in an era where wrestling had been the dominant force. The former champion fighter is scheduled to appear in L.A. Superior Court in Van Nuys on Wednesday. Thousands of protestors have swarmed the streets with countless buildings being set alight, looted and smashed up. Liddell still has a thriving passion and continues to train in San Luis Obispo, California, where he attended college beside Wyatt Courtney, a fellow team member and friend. The 51-year-old Liddell was arrested at around 1 a.m. after Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputies were dispatched to a home in the 24000 block of Jim Bridger Road on a family disturbance. Though there were a number of emails supporting Ortiz, the majority of the emails included in that 199 page bundle were arguing in favour of the no confidence vote. Born in Santa Barbara, California, he was raised by his single mother and his grandfather, who skilled Liddell and his siblings in boxing by teaching the required techniques when Liddell was very young. Absolutely not. Chuck said, instead of caring whether the household expenses are paid, [Heidi] is instead using this situation to obtain benefits that [Heidi] has previously denied to me. Thats how bad that was. According to Sportskeeda, Chuck Liddell's net worth is estimated at $14 million. After most of the first round was spent feeling each other out, Liddell threw a few punches and a kick which was blocked by Ortiz, with Ortiz slapping himself on the head, taunting Liddell. [27], On September 6, 2008, Liddell faced Rashad Evans at UFC 88. In the second round, Jackson continued to out-land Liddell with big punches, but could not finish him. She claimed that Mr. Liddell has knocked out friends when they tried to help him and used to beat people up for street drugs. "I was the victim of the incident last night at our family home, as details of the case will reveal," he claimed after being released from jail. UFC star Chuck Liddell's wife is claiming he has suffered a 'traumatic brain injury' which might have led to the break up of the couple's marriage. Speaking about Floyd's shock death, Liddell - nicknamed "The Ice Man" - said: We all know what happened was wrong. I'm not saying, 'It will never happen. Further, he said the home was purchased for $2.6 million in 2012. Silva and Liddell were supposed to fight in the main event at UFC 76 in Anaheim, California. As RadarOnline.com previously reported, back in October 2021, Chuck filed for divorce from his wife Heidi after 10 years of marriage. Part of the divorce proceedings . They didnt wake me up mentally, but they got me to that show somehow. ", "It has become painfully apparent that this cannot continue, as our private life has now reached a public breaking point.," he said. I will no longer allow [Heidi] to manipulate me as she has done throughout our entire marriage, he added. Former UFC champion Chuck Liddell finally came clean with the real story behind his infamous interview from 2007, when he looked like he was barely awake while on a morning show in Texas. Kalmick said he was introducing this vote because Ortiz has showed little commitment to serving in the role with honor and dignity (per LAmag). Liddell was one of 16 people to compete on Season 9 of Dancing with the Stars. She did not know who started the incident. Liddell began his training session in Koei-Kan karate at the age of 12. He accrued most of his wealth from his career as an MMA fighter. Liddell, known as "The Iceman," is a former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. Liddell, along with Randy Couture, is credited with bringing MMA into mainstream America. Couture moved in for a punch, Liddell countered with a big right hand to the temple of Couture, knocking him out cold, making him the new UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. She stated that Mr. Liddell loved to fight and would not let someone get out of fighting him. 2003 Pride Middleweight Grand Prix Semifinals. The point is to get an opinion on which one should have primary custody of the kids. You're never going to see Chuck Liddell on the canvas again. Whether Reids UFC endorsements will help him with the Spike TV-watching 18-to-34-year-old male voter remains to be seen. Its not birdwatching, he said. The UFC tried to arrange a title bout with then-champion Tito Ortiz, but Ortiz cited scheduling conflicts. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Liddell played in the football team at San Marcos High School, being the center and linebacker, at the same time pursuing wrestling. Since early on in the COVID-19 pandemic, Ortiz has regurgitated baseless conspiracy theories about the virus. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_McCain, https://www.thoughtco.com/biography-and-profile-of-chuck-liddell-2307914, http://bleacherreport.com/articles/141511, Report spam, abuse, or inappropriate content. "[33], In a later interview, White went on to say, "Can I tell him not to fight? This was one of many times I have tried to shield a family mental health issue from the public purview, Liddell wrote. Anytime a candidate gets their endorsement, it sends a powerful message to that demographic.. Suspect in stolen vehicle causes massive pileup in San Bernardino, 4 dead after violent assault in Kern County, authorities say, May Day rally underway in downtown LA to fight for worker rights. Actually that night I didnt go out. Chuck Liddell is an American mixed martial artist. Ultimate fighting is a far cry from the sweet science. Although Ortiz did take Liddell down at one point in the fight, Liddell went on to defeat Ortiz via TKO in the third round to defend his light heavyweight championship successfully for a fourth time. A mishmash of Asian martial arts, no-holds-barred wrestling and boxing, the sport known as mixed martial arts frequently features knees to the head and blood on the floor. UFC legend Chuck Liddell was arrested in Los Angeles on Monday after an alleged domestic violence incident at his home, police said. Hence it is evident that Liddell is a supporter of Republicans. Liddell eventually won the fight via TKO in 2:46 minutes of the fourth round after Horn informed the referee that he could not see. IE 11 is not supported. He said Heidi has barely touched her cut. After he attended the July fight, Reid urged New York state lawmakers to proceed with legalizing the sport. Dillingers and NZone are the two bars in Lincoln, Nebraska which is co-owned by Liddell. He was arrested on domestic violence charges early Monday, according to TMZ. Through a spokesman, he released a statement that afternoon that said, "Last night, the Los. It was announced during UFC 61 that, were he to defeat Sobral, Liddell would face off against PRIDE Middleweight Champion Wanderlei Silva. [29], On January 17, 2009, Dana White confirmed during the UFC 93 post fight press conference that Liddell's next fight would be against the 2005 Pride Middleweight Grand Prix Champion Maurcio "Shogun" Rua at UFC 97 on April 18 in Montral, Canada. It has been painfully apparent that this cannot continue, as our private life has now reached a public breaking point., Authorities told Fox they received a call from Liddells home and the responding officers determined the former UFC light heavyweight champion and his wife has been involved in a physical incident, Liddell wrote that the sheriff department deputies responded professionally and informed him that his wife would be arrested. Liddell's style (a hybrid of karate and kajukenbo) focused mainly on the hands, although he was also successful at times with the head kick. [56] Their daughter Guinevere was born in 2011. Steve-O invited MMA legend and UFC Hall of Fame member Chuck Liddell onto his Steve-O's Wild Ride podcast to talk about everything under the sun. Mir claims he 'never hit seven figures' despite UFC 100 blockbuster, Chad Mendes 'officially' retires after BKFC 41 loss. Fight of the Night. Liddell, moving backwards, was landing big punches, and a right uppercut ended the fight at 1:35 of the first round. His last pro fight was in December 2019, when he submitted former WWE wrestler Alberto El Patron. Look back at Chuck Liddell's storied UFC career, including his wins of Randy Couture, Tito Ortiz, Wanderlei Silva and others.#UFC #MMA For more UFC, sign up. Some of the biggest stars in the mixed martial arts cage-fighting world have come out for Reid, most recently Randy Couture, aka Captain America, aka The Natural, Ultimate Fighting Championship Hall of Famer, six-time heavyweight champion and registered Republican. Tim Bissell is a writer, editor and deputy site manager for Bloody Elbow. We had that moment with Chuck. Along with Randy Couture, Liddell is widely appreciated for making MMA famous among the Americans and thus bringing MMA into the mainstream of American entertainment and sports. Liddell, 51, offered to fight the controversial YouTube star after a fan tweeted asking him to shut Paul up, and . In his motion, Chuck said since their split they have shared the home. [42], Liddell announced on April 14, 2018, that he was coming out of retirement to target a third fight with Tito Ortiz. After a dominant first round for Liddell, Jardine started to land low leg kicks continuously, while Liddell was unable to time his strikes against the unorthodox southpaw. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reids support is surging in one important demographic: the baddest, meanest dudes on the planet. The 51-year-old was arrested about 1 a.m. and booked into custody at the Malibu/Lost Hills Sheriff's Station at 1:56 a.m. in lieu of $20,000 bail, according to jail records. He lost the fight via knockout in the second round after Evans connected with an overhand right. Ex-UFC fighter Chuck Liddell has rushed to court accusing his estranged wife Heidi of refusing to help with bills which has put their home in jeopardy of being lost, RadarOnline.com has learned. Liddell wrote in an Instagram post that he was the victim of the incident last night at our family home and that he volunteered to go in his wifes place. She stated that this last thing that happened was not typical and she was concerned that he had experienced traumatic brain injury," the report states. What fans may not know is that the nickname was given to him by one of his trainers, John Hackleman. The other person lives with a friend while not in the home. Irv Muchnick, a vocal critic of the WWEs employment and safety record under McMahon, said he saw a crucial difference with Reids involvement with the UFC. UFC Hall of Famer Chuck Liddell is routinely recognized as one of the greatest champions in UFC history. Interestingly, Liddell was specific in the existence of one type of brain injury which is very common in NFL players, boxers, and MMA fighters due to the constant blows to the head. He was cashing big f*cking checks. Liddell proposed to his girlfriend Heidi Northcott and got married to her shortly after. Luke Rockhold reacts to BKFC 41 loss: Im not done. [50][51] He has a brother named Dan and a sister named Laura.[52]. In the next round, Liddell was eliminated by fan-favorite Quinton "Rampage" Jackson. Liddell made his UFC debut in 1998 during UFC 17 in Mobile, Alabama with a decision victory over Noe Hernandez. Liddell, 51, is being held at the Malibu/Lost Hills . [37] This was denied by UFC president Dana White.[38]. Chuck filed for divorce from Heidi in October 2021. Diana Dasrath is entertainment producer and senior reporter for NBC News covering all platforms. The legendary fighter was allegedly arguing with his wife when things turned physical. Please respect our privacy as I help to navigate our family through this difficult time.''. [11] Liddell was inducted into the Cal Poly Hall of Fame in 2009. Back in 2007, Liddell was in Dallas on a promotional tour where he made an appearance on the WFAA Good Morning Texas show. Liddell was scheduled to defend his new title against longtime veteran Jeremy Horn, at UFC 54, a matchup the UFC claimed was demanded by long-time fans of the sport since Horn had given Liddell his first loss. [23] Instead, Liddell would face Keith Jardine.[24]. Liddell was also the first UFC fighter to fight in Pride, where he represented the organization against fellow kickboxer Guy Mezger, knocking him unconscious. He said he has wiped out his share paying all the expenses. Reids partnership with the UFC comes at a time when Democrats are delivering harsh criticisms of World Wrestling Entertainment under former CEO Linda McMahon, now the Republican Senate nominee in Connecticut.