I was reading an article on FiveOuncesOfPain.com, summarizing Todd Beard's recent antics and it's effect on Affliction's and Couture's relationship. I found this interesting tidbit at the bottom of the article.

According to a report by Fighters Only Magazine’s website, which indicated that Carano and Cyborg are looking to sign their next MMA contract in tandem so that they can fight each other, Carano isn’t so sure that Affliction will be an option for her.

“There’s a bit of a barrier between me and Affliction,” Carano is quoted as saying in the report. “You know, with Randy and that whole thing. ”

The article can be found here.

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MMAWeekly has an interesting article about a potential rift growing in between Randy Couture and Affliction.

Recently, Affliction co-founder Todd Beard, while appearing on the Scott Ferrall Show, made a bold statement about Couture regarding his match-up against Brock Lesnar in the UFC.

“Randy, if you’re listening right now, I hope (expletive) Lesnar kills you,” Beard stated.

Strong words for someone who has a full clothing line with you and supposedly has an equity stake in your company. The full article can be found here.

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