Chicago: The Octagon-Sized Hole in UFC's Heart?
Let's talk about the elephant in the room, or should I say, the bear in the Octagon? That's right, we're talking about the glaring absence of UFC in the Windy City. It's like Chicago is the forgotten stepchild of the MMA world, constantly looking over at other cities with their fancy UFC events, while we're stuck here eating deep dish pizza and dreaming of flying knees.
The Windy City Woes
Now, I know what you're thinking, "But they had a UFC event in Chicago before!" Yes, dear reader, they did. Back in 2019, we were blessed with UFC 238. It was like a mirage in the desert – beautiful, exhilarating, and then poof, it was gone. And we've been left high and dry ever since.
Is it personal? Did someone at the UFC eat a bad Chicago hot dog and hold a grudge? Or maybe they're just scared of the legendary Chicago crowds? Because let's be real, when Chicago shows up, we show up. We're louder than a Conor McGregor trash talk session, and our passion for combat sports is unmatched.
What's the Deal, Dana?
Dana White, if you're reading this, please, for the love of all things holy, bring the UFC back to Chicago! We promise to be good fans (mostly). We'll even let you try a deep dish pizza without pineapple. It's time to stop ignoring us. We're not asking for much, just a little Octagon love.
So, what can we do to bring the UFC back to Chicago? Well, aside from starting a petition and sending angry tweets (which we should definitely do), we need to keep the hype alive. Talk about it, post about it, dream about it. Let's make so much noise that the UFC can't ignore us anymore.
How to Bring UFC to Chicago (Probably)
How to increase demand: Talk about it non-stop. Share UFC content on social media, discuss potential matchups with your friends, and wear UFC gear proudly. The more people talking, the more the UFC will notice.
How to support local fighters: Attend local MMA events and support up-and-coming Chicago fighters. A strong local MMA scene can increase the city's appeal for UFC events.
How to network: Connect with other UFC fans in Chicago. Building a strong fan base can help put pressure on the UFC to return.
How to be patient (kind of): It might take some time, but don't give up hope. Keep the pressure on and eventually, the UFC will have no choice but to come back to Chicago.
How to prepare for the inevitable: Start saving money for tickets. We're going to need it when the UFC finally announces a Chicago event.
So, there you have it. Let's unite as Chicagoans and demand our rightful place in the UFC world. We deserve it!