The MMA world is buzzing in anticipation over Dana White’s huge, gigantic and, don’t forget, mind-blowing announcement. For the uninformed, here is what the UFC president said in a recent interview with ESPN the Magazine with regards to said announcement:

“You have no idea some of the stuff that we have planned. I’m going to make an announcement next week that is going to blow people’s minds. That deal is done, but my employees don’t even know yet. I’m renting out a place next Thursday and I’m going to tell them. Then we’ll make the announcement later that day. It’s an indicator of where this business is going over the next five years.”

MMARated.com has been scratching its collective brain trying to guess what the announcement will be. UFC on FOX? Maybe. The return of Randy Couture? Yeah, right. Kimbo vs. Brock? Keep dreaming.

Truth be told, we have our suspicions (TUF going live?) but we would like to hand this one over the people. So, here’s the deal:

The person who correctly guesses Dana White’s announcement (or comes the closest) in the comments section will win a 5TH Round Randy Couture action figure signed by “The Natural” himself.

Don’t you just love the synergy involved in this contest? Dana and Randy together again.

Anyways, guess away and may the best predictor win.

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When it comes to television ratings, we’re always hearing about that coveted 18-34 male demographic. It’s probably the most important demo for advertisers.

So why is professional wrestling ignoring this highly sought after group?

John Pollock looks at how the WWE can service this audience while also continuing their efforts of attracting the younger sector of society.

Pollock’s POV: Capturing That Coveted Demo

You can hear much more from John Pollock weekdays at 3 p.m. ET on Fight Network Radio on Sirius channel 186 or via Hardcoresportsradio.com not to mention every Sunday evening at 11 p.m. ET on Live Audio Wrestling.

(The following post originally appeared at MMARated.com)

I guess all that time hanging out on the set of “Star Wars” films must have lit a fire under young Amanda Lucas (left) as the daughter of legendary filmmaker, George Lucas, made her MMA debut in Auckland, New Zealand, this past weekend.

You read that correctly. George Lucas’ daughter is an MMA fighter.

First, Michael Jackson attends UFC 84 and now this? Who said MMA wasn’t mainstream?

Lucas, who actually appeared in three “Star Wars” films, was part of an all-female US team that took on an Aussie side for the Princesses of Pain MMA event held at the Auckland Boxing Association Stadium. She faced Kiwi kickboxer, Nicole Kavanagh, in a 73kg (161 lbs) bout.

In case you are pissed off that you chose to watch Kimbo vs. Thompson on CBS instead of trying to catch a bootleg telecast of this card on the Internet, fear not, as ABC’s “20/20″ was in the house filming it for a future story.

Now, if you’re a “Star Wars” freak and that photo of her doesn’t look all that familiar, I can tell you that she played the role of dancer “Diva Funquita” and the voice of Trade Federation battleship communications officer “Tey How” in “Episode I: The Phantom Menace,” Outlander Club patron “Adnama” in “Episode II: Attack of the Clones,” and “Senator Terr Taneel” in “Episode III: Revenge of the Sith.”

I have no clue as to what I just wrote.

Sadly, Lucas came out on the losing end in her MMA debut but she’s no one-hit wonder as she’ll be back in action quicker than a lightsaber can cut through flesh. Ok, no more “Star Wars” references for the rest of the day.

Props: Deadspin.com by way of FanIQ.com by way of Stuff (NZ)

Behold the newest edition of “THE MMARated Radio Show.” Guess what we’re talking about this week? Oh, I don’t know, maybe the most historic weekend in mixed martial arts history.

Predictably, many MMA pundits are hating on Elite XC and loving the WEC show. Personally, I liked them both because as the title of this show mentions, there was something for everyone. This sport is called mixed martial arts for a reason and that’s exactly what we got this weekend: a mixture of all kinds of MMA.

Enjoy the show and if you agree and/or disagree with my views I would love to hear your thoughts.

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW

Also, I will be appearing on FOX Sports Radio 910 in Virginia at approx. 4:30 PM EST to discuss this historic weekend. Should be fun.