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Indiana’s first commission-approved MMA event includes UFC vets Gilliam, Thomas, Price, others
On July 1, Indiana became the 39th U.S. state to begin regulating mixed martial arts.
The first commission-approved show is now set for Aug. 8, and the star-studded event features many fighters who have competed in the world’s top promotions.
“War in the Yard” takes place at the Hoosier Park Racing & Casino in Anderson, Ind. (near Indianapolis). The is set for the same night as the Ultimate Fighting Championships’ “UFC 101: Declaration” show in Philadelphia, and event organization plan to air the pay-per-view event live immediately after the “War in the Yard” show.
UFC veterans such as Ryan Thomas, Jason Gilliam, Chris Price, Keith Wisniewski and other notables, such as Tristan Yunker, are booked for the 10-fight card. (Check out the full fight card below).
Tickets can be purchased by calling the Hoosier Park Box Office at (800) 526-7223.
The full card includes:
Ryan Stout vs. Ryan Thomas
Jason Gilliam vs. Jon Meyer
Tristan Yunker vs. Keith Wisniewski
Chris Price vs. Troy King
Shamar Bailey vs. TBD
Daniel Head vs. Kevin Barkdull
David Seal vs. Harley Hiner
Tommy Hayden vs. Pete Domingues
Lorenzo Hood vs. David Morris
Female bout TBD
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By Matt
July 22, 2009 12:26 PM | Link to this
How about mentioning that 2 guys from the Miami Valley are fighting in the 2 Main Events?By k
August 4, 2009 12:16 AM | Link to this
Yes Ryan Stout and Jon Meyer are from Piqua put the smackdown on’em guys!!!By Jake Hall
August 4, 2009 11:15 AM | Link to this
This fight has not been sanctioned by the Indiana State Athletic Commission.By Matt
August 10, 2009 3:09 PM | Link to this
This event WAS NOT sanctioned by the IASC.By Matt
August 10, 2009 3:09 PM | Link to this
This event WAS NOT sanctioned by the IASC….but was a pretty incredible show. Congrats to Jon for putting Gilliam to sleep!