HDNET TO BROADCAST “HDNET FIGHTS PRESENTS: ADRENALINE MMA IV”

Posted on | September 17, 2009 | No Comments

Network to feature LIVE coverage of Sylvia vs. Riley –
Friday, September 18 at 10:00 p.m. ET

DALLAS (September 17, 2009) HDNet will feature LIVE coverage of “HDNet Fights Presents: Adrenaline MMA IV,” from the Mid-American Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa on Friday, September 18 at 10:00 p.m. ET.

In the main event of the evening former UFC heavyweight Champion Tim “The Maine-iac” Sylvia (24-6, with 16 (T)KOs & 2 SUBs) squares off with rising prospect Jason Riley (6-1 with 3 (T)KOs & 2 SUBs) in the heavyweight division. Sylvia, formerly regarded as one of the best fighters in the world is looking to resurrect his career after some devastating losses.

Sylvia recently told HDNet’s INSIDE MMA that Riley is, “…obviously out to make a statement. He wants to use me as a stepping stone. That’s why he’s taking the fight. I’m not going to let that happen”. Riley enters the fight coming off two consecutive first round knockout victories and is looking to solidify himself as a heavyweight prospect.

“I would expect fireworks as some big names need some big wins – we will find out if they still have what it takes,” said Andrew Simon, CEO of HDNet Fights. “Adrenaline MMA IV continues our commitment to be THE home of MMA as we give fans the opportunity to watch Tim Sylvia and Houston Alexander LIVE on HDNet.”

In the co-main event of the evening, Houston ‘The Assassin’ Alexander (8-4 with 5 (T) KOs and 1 SUB) meets journeyman Sherman “The Tank” Pendergarst (11-14 with 2(T)KOs and 8 SUBs) in a light heavyweight special attraction. Alexander, one of the most exciting strikers in the world, is looking to snap a losing streak after starting his career 8-1. A native of nearby Omaha, Nebraska, he’ll have extra motivation as he fights in front of his hometown fans.

The LIVE broadcast will also feature Chad Reiner (19-8) vs. Forrest Pets (13-7), Alonzo Martinez (23-10) vs. Ryan Williams (10-4), Jeremy Lang (15-1) vs. Matt Delanoit (13-6), Joe Vedepo (9-2) vs. Webster Farris (1-0), and Jimmy Seipel (1-0) vs. Bob Tuttle (1-0).

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