UFC in Calgary announcement expected

Posted Mar 21, 2012 6:49 am.

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Mixed martial arts fans in Calgary are buzzing.

Ultimate Fighting Championship President Dana White is in town Wednesday holding a press conference at noon where it’s expected he will announce “UFC 149” to be held in Calgary.

Industry insiders anticipate the event will be hold at the Saddledome on July 21st.

Fans are invited to attend the presser at Flames Central with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday.

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