M-1 Challenge XXIII: Streaming Free On Sat. March 5, 11 A.M ET / 8 A.M. PT

M-1 Challenge XXIII: Guram vs. Grishin Airs to a Worldwide Audience

Moscow, Russia (January 5, 2011) – Riding the momentum from crowning their first-ever champions, M-1 Global is gearing up for its 2011 debut with M-1 Challenge XXIII: Guram vs. Grishin which goes down Saturday March 5th from the Crocus City Arena in Moscow, Russia. Fans worldwide will be able to catch the action LIVE online for free here and on the official M-1 website,
www.M-1Global.com, starting at 11:00 A.M ET / 8:00 A.M. PT.



“Making the stream available to fans around the world proved to be a massive success in 2010 generating positive reviews. This is something we’re committed to continuing and building upon,” says Evgeni Kogan, Director of Operations for M-1 Global. “Because of fan feedback, we’re making M-1 Challenge XXIII available via live, streaming telecast as well. M-1 Global is listening to what our fans want.”

The headlining, heavyweight title fight between Guram Gugenishvili and Maxim Grishin marks Guram’s inaugural title defense since becoming the champion this past December with a rear-naked-choke victory over American Selections tournament winner, Kenny ‘Deuce’ Garner.

Championship Bout
Heavyweight Division:
Guram Gugenishvili, M-1 Challenge Champion (10-0) clashes with
Maxim Grishin, M-1 Selection Eastern Europe 2010 champion (7-4)
Additional bouts to be announced shortly
 

With M-1 Challenge champions established in all five weight classes, a true contenders system will fuel events throughout 2011, driving M-1 Global’s growth as a leading brand in the US and international markets.

2011’s full slate of M-1 Challenge events held in the United States and Europe are primed to be mega-event spectaculars where Champions defend their titles and contenders jockey for position for a coveted shot at the gold. Feeding the contention system will be two Selection tournaments in 2011 with details being announced shortly.