UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. The Korean Zombie

About UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. The Korean Zombie

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is a popular sports TV series that showcases mixed martial arts (MMA). "UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. The Korean Zombie" aired in 2019, featured a match between legendary fighters, Frankie Edgar and "The Korean Zombie", Chan Sung Jung. The event was one of 2019's most anticipated fight nights, held in Busan, South Korea, which drew attention from MMA enthusiasts around the globe.

Making / Production

Like all UFC events, "UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. The Korean Zombie" was a live television event, requiring meticulous planning and coordination from a large production team. The success of the broadcast was contingent on the combined efforts of the technical crew, directors, and coordinators to ensure a smooth, uninterrupted transmission to a worldwide audience. The fighters also put in months of rigorous training and preparation ahead of the match.

Actors

• Frankie Edgar: Known for his speed and technique, Edgar is both a seasoned boxer and a wrestler. In this fight, he showcased his impressive resilience, taking on the fight on short notice.
• Chan Sung Jung: Known as 'The Korean Zombie', Jung displayed his exemplary striking skills in this match. Jung's aggressiveness and durability are some of his trademark characteristics.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The event took place in Busan, South Korea – the home country of Chan Sung Jung.
• This was Edgar's first fight outside of North America since 2012.
• The Korean Zombie notched a first-round knockout over Edgar, solidifying his place as one of the sport's most exciting fighters.

Awards

There aren’t any specific awards tied to individual UFC Fight Nights. However, the UFC organization as a whole has received numerous awards for its contributions to sports broadcasting and MMA sport.

Quotes

• "This is my country, and no one comes into my country and takes over." - Chan Sung Jung
• "This is what I do, this is what I love, I always strive to fight the best and tonight it just wasn't my night." - Frankie Edgar

Music, Soundtrack

• UFC events often feature a variety of high-powered, intense music to match the fierce environments of the fights. However, specific songs played at "UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. The Korean Zombie" are not detailed.