UFC 59
UFC 59: Reality Check was a mixed martial arts event held by the Ultimate Fighting Championship on April 15, 2006 at the Arrowhead Pond in Anaheim, California, and broadcast live on pay-per-view in the United States and Canada.
This was the first UFC event held in California after the state's legalization of mixed martial arts contests. It was a sold-out show, and was one of the fastest sell outs in UFC history.
According to the California State Athletic Commission, there were 13,060 tickets sold, with a live gate of $2,191,450. The disclosed fighter payroll for the event was $539,000.
Results
Bonus Awards
The following fighters received bonuses.- '''Fight of the Night: Tito Ortiz vs. Forrest Griffin'''
Encyclopedia awards
- Knockout of the Night: Tim Sylvia
- '''Submission of the Night: Evan Tanner'''
Reported Payout