UFC hires former Legacy president as matchmaker

Maynard will be the new UFC matchmaker, according to the website. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook

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The UFC acted quickly to reinforce its staff after the departure of a key member. Former president of the Legacy FC event, Mick Maynard will be the new matchmakers of Ultimate and will become one of those responsible for the matchmaking of fights in the main organization on the planet.

The information was anticipated on the “Combate” channel website. Maynard's arrival coincides with the departure of Joe Silva, who has worked at the UFC since 2001. Silva will step down as matchmakers at the beginning of next year, precisely the period that will see Maynard's arrival.

Born in Houston (USA), Maynard spent much of his youth in the city of Sydney, Australia. His former organization held 64 shows since 2009, revealing names such as Holly holm, Sage Northcutt e Thomas almeida. Starting next year, Legacy will merge with the RFA to create a new league, the Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA).

Currently, Silva divides the functions of matchmakers of the UFC with Sean Shelby, who organizes the fights in the lighter divisions. The UFC has not yet revealed what the role's work structure will be for next year.

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