IFC - International Fighting Championship Launched

With the rapidly expanding popularity of mixed martial arts, a new organization is forming and looking to stake its claim to a piece of the MMA pie. The International Fighting Championship, LLC (IFC) today announced the creation and development of the promotion. Though specific names and major announcements are expected in the coming weeks, the organization says it is putting together great staff with some high profile fighters.

“IFC is looking to take MMA to a new level, not only by putting on the best fights, but by creating a brand that will allow both the fighters and IFC to prosper and give back to the community. This will truly be a team effort,” stated IFC President, Rico White. “Look for some major announcements in the next couple of weeks that will solidify our presence in the MMA market.”

The IFC plans to have ten shows in 2008 and twelve in 2009 and has tentatively scheduled events in Louisiana, Michigan, Utah, Las Vegas, and Columbus, Ohio. The next live event is scheduled for Las Vegas.

This new organization continues to debate the cross promotion of fighters. Here's hoping that this won't be another fright brand that refuses to put the best against the best.