MMASucka · Sep 27, 2015
Some scattered thoughts on UFC Fight Night: Japan
The UFC made their annual stop to Japan last night, and I have some thoughts. Those thoughts are scattered. And this is why this post is titled “Some scattered thoughts on UFC Fight Night: Japan.”
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The UFC took the Saitama Super Arena – one of the most famous arenas in MMA history – and turned it into a generic venue. Anik and Florian made obligatory references to the venue, and the broadcast included a wide shot of the arena (I think?) and at least one “hey look, we’re in Japan” B-roll shot of the local flavor. Otherwise, you wouldn’t fault the average casual viewer for assuming the fights were taking place at the Patriot Center or the Palms or the Hardrock in Hollywood, Florida.