The International Fight League
and broadcast partner MyNetworkTV announced that they
will present live the World Grand Prix semi-finals from the Sears Centre
in Chicago on Saturday, November 3 at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CT/MT). This
is the first time a Mixed Martial arts fight will be carried live in
prime time on broadcast television.
In making the announcement Gareb Shamus, IFL CEO and co-founder stated,
“This is a historic announcement for the sport and another step
forward for our brand, our world class athletes and our fans and business
partners. MyNetworkTV has been a great partner for us, and we are very
excited to again bring the sport live on prime time and expose the new
stars of MMA to the widest audience possible.”
Greg Meidel, president of MyNetworkTV added, “We are excited to
showcase this event and give viewers the opportunity to see MMA action
unfold live on broadcast television.”
The semifinals will feature multiple fights including two long-awaited
rematches: Undefeated lightweight Chris “The Polish Hammer”
Horodecki (London, Ontario) meeting Bart “Bartimus” Palaszewski (Chicago)
and undefeated heavyweight Ben “The North Star” Rothwell
(Milwaukee, WI) meeting Roy “Big Country” Nelson (Las Vegas).
MyNetworkTV is a prime time general entertainment broadcast television
network, reaching over 97% of the country.
