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Kenny Visits Military Bases
“During the month of August, I had the wonderful opportunity to visit Fort Rucker in Dothan, Alabama and Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama. It was truly an honor to represent the UFC. The UFC had done much to support US Troops all over the world. I was able to sit in helicopters, planes, witness drills and operations. Plus, I had a chance to eat and talk with the amazing men and women from our U.S. Military. Read More
Kenny to Fight Sean Sherk for Lightweight Championship at UFC 64: Unstoppable
The fight will take place on October 14th at Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, NV. Kenny released the following statement:
“I take great honor in announcing that I will be fighting Sean Sherk for the Lightweight World Championship at UFC 64 on October 14th at the Mandalay Bay Event Center in Las Vegas. I just started my formal training for the fight.” Read More
Kenny Welecomes Opportunity to Fight Sean Sherk
“I would absolutely fight Sean Sherk for the Lightweight Division Title. The UFC said I was fighting Sherk in October or November, and I accepted. Then, all of a sudden, they pushed for the August show. However, I just got off the Stout fight and I’m leaving for Brazil for two weeks. Realistically, I need more than 3 weeks to prepare for that fight. Sherk’s been on the sidelines training for a fight for several months.”
Quick Victory: Kenny Takes Stout Out On The Ground
After saying he was “more than ready” to fight Sam Stout, Kenny Florian in a minute and forty six seconds of the first round put the highly regarded Stout on the ground and quickly ended the fight with a rear naked choke hold. It was text book BJJ. Seizing the opening Stout gave him, Kenny took the fight to ground and laid a barrage of punches and elbows to Stout’s face.
Exclusive Pre-Fight Interview with Kenny Florian
Exclusive Interview with Kenny Florian Just 24 Hours before His Main Event Fight
Shortly after the weigh-ins and just 24 hours away from his first main event fight, Kenny Florian spoke to MMAWeekly about the weigh-ins, his fight with Sam Stout, and the return of the UFC’s lightweight division, as well as the re-signing of former UFC Lightweight Champion Jens Pulver. Read More
Update on Kenny’s Casino Cinema Appearance
Steve Schirripa and Beth Ostrosky welcome Kenny and Stephan Bonnar on Spike TV’s Casino Cinema. Program to air on June 21st @ 9pm. Kenny and Stephen will also be featured on show promos starting June 15th.
Kenny to Fight Sam Stout at TUF 3 Finale Live on Spike TV
The progress I made in Thailand is showing up in my training. For me, working out, training to fight and then competing is a job that I love so much. When I am working hard, sweating, bleeding, and crying to get to a higher level, I am happy. My trainers are always looking for ways to challenge me mentally, physically and technically. I know it will soon pay off. Read More
Kenny Contributes Segment to Upcoming TUF 2 Season DVD
Besides containing his 2nd round victory over Kit Cope, Kenny contributes a bonus feature on how to effectively cut weight before a fight. The TUF Season 2 DVD is slated for release on May 30th
A Note from Kenny to His Fans
I am leaving to Thailand for 3 weeks of intensive Muay Thai training. I am going with my friend and Muay Thai instructor Mark DellaGrotte. We are headed to Pattaya, Thailand to train at the famous Sityodtong Camp. I am going to be living and training like a thai. I can’t wait! Read More
The MASSMMA Fighter of the Year for 2005 is Kenny “Kenflo” Florian
“If we look only at in ring performance, he’s 2-1 in the UFC this year, with another win coming during the taping of “The Ultimate Fighter” over Chris Leben. On top of looking great in the ring, Kenny has gained more fans worldwide than any other MA based fighter in 2005. The reality show has helped gain fans not only for Kenny, but for our sport as a whole, and Kenny played a big role in the show.”
