Joe Rogan Clarifies He Was Not Involved in the Biggest trade in UFC

By: Alok Nayak Image Credit: UFC

One of the biggest trade in UFC history took place, when Dana White brought in Ben Askren and allowed Demetrious Johnson to go to ONE FC.

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"I heard you had something to do with it"- Demetrious Johnson said explaining how the trade took place between UFC and ONE FC.

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"That's not really accurate. I definitely was trying to get them to get Ben Askren. But, I was trying to get them to get Ben Askren back when he was in Bellator, when he was in his prime.

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"This guy is wrestle f***g everybody"- Joe Rogan said recalling Ben Askren's glory days as a champion in Bellator

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However, Demetrious Johnson became a two time champion in ONE FC and is still going strong at 36 years old.

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