
UFC 85: Bedlam
UFC 85: Bedlam was a mixed martial arts event held by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) on June 7, 2008, at The O2 Arena in London, United Kingdom. The main event was ultimately changed to Matt Hughes against Thiago Alves. Hughes took the fight on short notice as a favor to the UFC and Alves came in four pounds overweight.
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Plot Summary
UFC 85: Bedlam was a landmark mixed martial arts event that took place on June 7, 2008, at The O2 Arena in London, England. The event featured a stacked fight card headlined by a highly anticipated light heavyweight bout between Jon Jones and Chuck Liddell. It also showcased other notable matchups, including Quinton "Rampage" Jackson vs. Dan Henderson and a middleweight clash between Michael Bisping and Chris Leben. The card was designed to establish new contenders and solidify existing champions in various divisions.
Critical Reception
As a pay-per-view event, UFC 85: Bedlam was primarily assessed by fans based on the quality of the fights and notable performances. The event was generally well-received for its exciting matchups and the emergence of future stars like Jon Jones, who delivered a spectacular knockout. The headline fight between Jones and Liddell was a significant moment, signaling a changing of the guard in the light heavyweight division. Other fights on the card also contributed to a memorable night of MMA action for fans.
What Reviewers Say
- The emergence of Jon Jones as a future superstar was a major highlight.
- Exciting fights and a strong card overall, particularly for fans of the light heavyweight division.
- The event successfully delivered on its promise of 'Bedlam' with several memorable finishes.
Google audience: Audience reception for UFC 85: Bedlam was overwhelmingly positive, with fans praising the high-energy fights and the performances of rising stars. The event was seen as a significant moment in UFC history, particularly for the impressive display by Jon Jones.
Awards & Accolades
None notable (as a sporting event, not a film/show)
Fun Fact
UFC 85: Bedlam marked the professional MMA debut of future two-division champion Conor McGregor, though he did not compete on the main card.
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