by Phil Landis
UFC® MIDDLEWEIGHT CONTENDER
DAN MILLER IS READY FOR A WAR AT UFC® 134
Team Palooka sponsoring competitor for Spike TV bout
“Every fight is very important to me, and I only focus on the current fight.”
Every fight is an important fight. Every competitor will tell you that. But for Dan Miller, UFC® 134 carries some extra importance, whether he admits it or not. Any combatant coming off a loss feels a little more motivation the next time they enter the cage.
Miller knows what it’s like to have his back against the wall. He suffered through a three-fight losing streak that had many thinking he was on the brink of being cut by the UFC®. Yet, Dan didn’t panic. He rebounded with two straight wins, and earned himself a bout with former middleweight title challenger Nate Marquardt. Unfortunately, Miller hit a snag and lost a decision in that bout at UFC® 128.
Now, he’s looking to right the ship once again, but this time, it’ll be this Saturday at 134 against leg-lock specialist Rousimar Palhares in a bout that will be broadcasted live on Spike TV.
“I am focused on capitalizing on a mistake that my opponent makes.”
For his fight, Miller is being sponsored by the brand-new MMA comic book, “Joe Palooka.” The comic series tells the story of Joe Palooka, an MMA fighter who competes in “Legion of Combat,” which is a sister comic publication. To date, six full “Joe Palooka” comics have been written and illustrated, and are being finalized for release. “Legion of Combat” will feature Joe Palooka in team matches between fighters representing countries such as the U.S., the U.K., Brazil, Russia, Japan, China, and other nations. Each team will be headed up and funded by a famous billionaire, and the athletes will compete in locations across the globe. And don’t be surprised if you end up seeing some of your favorite MMA fighters, including Dan Miller, featured in the “Legion of Combat” comic book series along the way.
In regards to being part of Team Palooka, Miller said, “It sounds like a very exciting and unique opportunity. It is something that not everyone can be a part of, so I will proudly fly the Palooka colors.”
As part of Team Palooka, Miller will be sporting gear from the brand, and talking about being involved with the comic in interviews. But Miller is focused on the task at hand, and that’s Rousimar Palhares. What do you have in store for your opponent this Saturday? “I expect a very tough three-round battle. I will be looking for the submission but am certainly not afraid to stand and use my hands. Either way, I always enjoy testing myself against top opponents in the Octagon.”
Team Palooka and its legions of fans are behind Dan Miller this weekend!
Fans can go to the Joe Palooka page on Facebook, and follow @TeamPalooka for more information!
