Shamrock-Gracie Headlines Showtime’s Inaugural MMA Event

Dec 14, 2006 9:27 PM John Chandler

Showtime and Pro Elite Inc. announced today that Frank Shamrock will battle Renzo Gracie on February 10th at the inaugural event for Elite Xtreme Combat - the MMA creation of the two.

The event will take place at the Desoto Civic Center in Southaven, Mississippi and will be broadcast at 10 PM EST on Showtime of course.

No other bouts have been announced but fighters who are currently expected to participate in the event are David Loiseau, Antonio Silva, Edson Berto, KJ Noons, and Tim Persey.

As we found out earlier this year, former professional wrestler Bill Goldberg will serve as the color commentator during the show.

General • Media • Showtime • David Loiseau • Frank Shamrock • Renzo Gracie • Elite Xtreme Combat

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