Issue 148

December 2016

In 2016, Mick Maynard became the new UFC VP of talent relations following Joe Silva’s decision to retire.

As president and matchmaker for Legacy Fighting Championship, the Australian discovered fighters like Thomas Almeida, Holly Holm and Derrick Lewis.

UFC president Dana White said: “I’m excited to have Mick working alongside Sean (Shelby). Mick has become one of the most respected people in the fight game and he’s done a great job in finding and developing talent.”

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