Hawaiian superstar BJ Penn waited six years for another shot at the lightweight title that eluded him in 2002. On January 19, 2008, at the Metro Arena in Newcastle, England, "The Prodigy" finally got his chance for redemption when he challenges Joe "Daddy" Stevenson for the Interim World Lightweight Championship at UFC 80: RAPID FIRE. Also featured on this star-studded card is a heavyweight showdown between top contenders Gabriel "Napao" Gonzaga and Fabricio Werdum. A total of nine bouts
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
RAPID FIRE:
Date January 19, 2008
Location Metro Radio Arena, England UFC 80: Rapid Fire brought UFC fans once again to England. Those fans were treated to a solid night of fights and the showdown for the Lightweight title between BJ Penn and Joe Stevenson. Penn, having recommitted himself to the sport that sprung him to stardom, is a fierce competitor - and Joe "Daddy" Stevenson is as solid a challenger as the UFC had in the division. This is an awesome fight - not to be missed... Gabriel... more info
Paul Kelly vs Paul Taylor!:
Don't ignore the four fighters on the cover; because their fights were good.The fight between Paul Kelly vs Paul Taylor in the prelims(not shown on the pay per view) stole the show!
delivered as named:
This is one of the fastest paced UFC events in a long time, most fights delivered explosive endings. The decisions (only 2 of them) were excellent. Many skipped this because it was in England and that screwed with the ppv's airing. Many skipped it because it doesn't any top LHW or WW guys. But if you like mma and you didn't manage to see this, you'll likely want to buy this one.
Action:
This was a very solid action packed card of 9 fights. Only 1 decision, 7 knockouts and 1 submission. The card was highlighted by an in shape Penn fighting a tough young opponent in the way of Ultimate Fighter winner Stevenson for the lightweight championship(155). Next up for the winner is Sherk who was stripped of the crown after failing a drug test. Taking place over in England again, the card comes out with a bang and never really lets up. English fans like action and they got it for sure with this... more info
