Belfort Out Of Cage Rage’ And Possiblity Of A Return To The UFC

[Warchief]

Vitor Belfort’s next step in MMA is very close to being announced. The Carlson Gracie black belt, who fought twice in 2007, both times at Cage Rage, won both and became the light heavyweight belt holder of the English organization. In 2008, however, Vitor already announced that he has made big plans and wants to return to the top of the MMA world.

Recently the Carioca commented that he was negotiating his return to the UFC, so GRACIEMAG.com went after the “Phenom” for clarification of the facts.

“I’m still negotiating; I haven’t signed anything, that is why I can’t provide any news. There is the possibility of a return to the UFC, which I would like a lot, but there are also other big events that want me, so we’ll see. I’m out of Cage Rage, they were irresponsible and didn’t value me, I’m the champion of the category and they didn’t even give me a belt,” said Belfort.

When queried about training, team and his new gig as commentator on Premiere Combate channel, Vitor said: “I’m doing some training with Distak, who is my coach at Minotauro’s new gym. I’m a very close friend of the Nogueira brothers and they always leave the doors open for me, and whenever they need I am there for them as well. As soon as Minotauro returns from his trip we will talk about this team deal. On working as a commentator, I’m stoked, it’s very fun and the guys there are helping me a lot, it’s great.

Belfort soon to return

[valheruking]

I'd like to see Wand vs Belfort 2, probably be one of the main reasons UFC would sign him.

[Diegonightmare]

As long as we can get the "old" Belfort, I'd be interested to watch him against just about anyone.

[Warchief]

Originally Posted by valheruking

I'd like to see Wand vs Belfort 2, probably be one of the main reasons UFC would sign him.

Belfort was asking to Dana bunch of times for a rematches againts either Ortiz or Wandy if he return to the ufc, so there is a possibility that Wandy's next opponent is Belfort...win or lose i would root for Vitor if this rematch happen.

[Texasboyballin]

I would love 2 c Vitorl Belort back in the UFC. I dunno if he would ever hold a belt but in the UFC but i know that he would sell PPV's fighting against Wandy, Tito, mayb Soko, Shogun, Rampage & maybe even Chuck.

[kingrobert]

If Vitor is agressive he is a tough fight for anyone. The problem is that he doesnt believe in himself and his abilities. He would and about anyone would be a good fight if the old Vitor shows up but even then he sitll wouldnt beat any top 10 lhw's in the UFC.

[LadyJag]

i think he would bring some goodness to the mix

[TapOut27]

Originally Posted by kingrobert

If Vitor is agressive he is a tough fight for anyone. The problem is that he doesnt believe in himself and his abilities. He would and about anyone would be a good fight if the old Vitor shows up but even then he sitll wouldnt beat any top 10 lhw's in the UFC.

Not only can vitor hang with EVERY UFC top 10, he could probably win a few. Vitor is a challenge to everyone in the UFC's top 10.

[The Sundance Kid]

VITOR IMO is still at top contender.

I'd like to see him follow though with his comment to drop to 185, but I haven't heard anything else about it.

Old Vitor/ New Vitor blah blah blah, Vitor has never lost to anyone accept the best.

[jlruthven84]

Love to see Vitor back in the mix. He'd beat Tito now IMO.