Oscar De La Hoya Talks Trilogies in MMA
Oscar De La Hoya took center stage at the Wednesday press conference to promote the upcoming clash between Tito Ortiz and Chuck Liddell, marking their third meeting in the cage.
As the head of Golden Boy Promotions, De La Hoya highlighted Ortiz and Liddell as two of the most iconic figures in MMA, emphasizing their long-standing legacy in the sport that even casual fans recognize.
“It’s the history, it’s the trilogy,” De La Hoya explained his decision to venture into the world of MMA promotion with this particular fight.
With 18 fights scheduled on the card at the Forum in Inglewood, California, including five amateur title bouts, De La Hoya promised an action-packed event featuring a mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars to deliver value to the audience.
Prior to introducing Ortiz and Liddell, De La Hoya emphasized the fighter’s autonomy in deciding when to retire, acknowledging the indomitable spirit that drives them to continue competing.
In response, Ortiz expressed gratitude for his opportunities in America and hinted at possessing insider knowledge about Liddell’s training regimen, confident that it would give him an edge in the fight.
When Liddell took the microphone, he dismissed Ortiz’s mind games and issued a bold declaration of his intent to knock out his opponent swiftly, setting the stage for a heated showdown.
Liddell vs. Ortiz 3 Set to Ignite the Octagon
The highly anticipated third encounter between Chuck Liddell and Tito Ortiz is poised to be a spectacle of intensity and skill, brought to fans by Golden Boy Promotions. Sponsored by Fred Loya Insurance, FITE.TV, and Casa Mexico Tequila, the event will unfold at the ‘Fabulous’ Forum in Inglewood, California on November 24, 2018. Tune in to the live Pay-Per-View broadcast at 6:00 p.m. PT/9:00 p.m. ET to witness the epic clash between two MMA legends.
