WEC 36: Faber vs. Brown
WEC 36: Faber vs. Brown

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WEC 36: Faber vs. Brown

2008
Movie
94 min
English

WEC 36: Faber vs. Brown took place on November 5, 2008 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida. The event aired live on the Versus Network. Paulo Filho fought again against Chael Sonnen in the main event of the evening. WEC Featherweight Champion Urijah Faber also put his belt on the line against Mike Brown.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: N/AGenres: Combat Sports, Mixed Martial Arts

Plot Summary

WEC 36 was a landmark event in the history of featherweight mixed martial arts, headlined by the highly anticipated WEC Featherweight Championship bout between Urijah Faber and Mike Brown. The event also featured a highly anticipated rematch between Jens Pulver and Leonard Garcia, and several other notable fights that helped establish the WEC as a premier promotion. The fights showcased exciting performances and pivotal moments that shaped the careers of many fighters.

Critical Reception

While specific critical reviews for individual fights are scarce, WEC 36 was generally considered a success by MMA media and fans. The main event was highly anticipated and delivered a significant upset, while other bouts on the card provided solid entertainment, contributing to the WEC's growing reputation for exciting featherweight action.

What Reviewers Say

  • The main event between Faber and Brown was a major upset that generated significant buzz.

  • The card featured several exciting fights that showcased the WEC's talent depth.

  • The event is remembered for its high-energy pace and significant featherweight matchups.

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Fun Fact

Mike Brown's upset victory over the heavily favored Urijah Faber at WEC 36 marked a major turning point in the WEC Featherweight division and is often cited as one of the biggest upsets in the promotion's history.

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