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    Faber is fully healed and looking to work his way back into the title picture starting with a bout against Assuncao (14-1). "He definitely has some dangerous tools in his arsenal ... But I think I will have slight advantages in every category of the fight. I’m really excited to fight Raphael in my hometown. Sacramento is my place. This is my spot and I represent the people of this town. I want to win here and climb one step closer to the belt." Tickets, priced $40-$200, go on sale on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 10 a.m. A pecial Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to WEC newsletter subscribers on Thursday, Nov. 5 starting at 10 a.m. PT. Full Article at The Orange County Register
    He definitely has some dangerous tools in his arsenal ... But I think I will have slight advantages in every category of the fight. I’m really excited to fight Raphael in my hometown. Sacramento is my place. This is my spot and I represent the people of this town. I want to win here and climb one step closer to the belt.
    – Urijah Faber SOURCE: The Orange County Register 3 weeks ago
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Varner-Henderson, Faber-Assuncao at WEC 46 on Jan. 10
  1. I think Jamie and I match up pretty well ... He’s a good boxer and a tough fighter, so I’m ready to wage war with him. I’m ready to leave it all in the cage and win the undisputed championship.
    SOURCE: The Orange County Register 3 weeks ago
  2. He’s a tough dude ... But I’m the champion for a reason. I have nothing but confidence going into this fight. I don’t think Ben poses any challenges or threats that I haven’t seen before. I’m ready to show the world that I’m still the true champion in this division.
    SOURCE: The Orange County Register 3 weeks ago
  3. Arco Arena is one of our favorite venues to bring fights, the fans in Sacramento are some of the best ... The world title bout between Varner and Henderson is a perfect way to start off the New Year. The title fight, plus the return of Urijah, makes this an instant winter classic.
    SOURCE: The Orange County Register 3 weeks ago

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