Liddell would need to use that to his advantage against fellow UFC veteran Rich Franklin. Those around him said Liddell was as 'strong and happy' as he's ever been. Ortiz would have to pull out due to a neck injury, and Franklin was named as his replacement.Ĭoming into Liddell's UFC 115 fight with Franklin, in pre-fight workouts it looked clear that Liddell was continuing with his amazing workout routine and was in the best shape of his life. Liddell's return to the octagon would become a reality when it was announced that he would be a coach alongside rival Tito Ortiz on season 11 of "The Ultimate Fighter" and that the two would fight at UFC 115. Instead Liddell looked very athletic and muscular. Liddell did struggle on the show, getting low marks and being the fifth contestant eliminated from the competition. Despite his lack of skills on the dance floor, it was obvious to anyone watching that the Iceman was in the best condition ever. Then Liddell began what now is recognized as his climb towards returning to the UFC by appearing on "Dancing with the Stars." The UFC even went as far as inducting Liddell into their hall of fame at UFC 100, which some saw as another sign that Liddell was done in the UFC. Liddell however would never say that he was retired in interviews despite the requests from the UFC to do so.
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