Las Vegas Weekly

May 23, 2009 · 11:26 AM

UFC 98: Where to watch

By Allison Duck

Rashad Evans defeats Forrest Griffin for the Light Heavyweight title.

Photo: Justin M. Bowen

When the UFC rolls into town you can expect bloodshed, sports betting and a whole lot of parting. UFC 98 at MGM Grand Garden Arena: holds true to form with both pre and post fight bashes celebrating those who get bashed in the ring.

In a first for the UFC party world, two fighters from the same bout will have their afterparties together: The Ultimate Fighter alums Dave Kaplan and George Roop will both party at Hawaiian Tropic Zone, no matter who wins their fight. Both of the main card fighters will be hosting their own parties on the Strip, so come toast

UFC parties

Lyoto Machida's official after fight party at Studio 54: After he takes on Rashad Evans, Lyoto "The Dragon" Machida will celebrate at Studio 54 at a party presented by Kings Reign.

Rashad Evans’ after-fight party at Rok Vegas: The defending champ, "Sugar" Rashad Evans hosts an after-fight party at Rok Vegas following UFC 98.

George Roop and Dave Kaplan’s UFC after parties at Hawaiian Tropic Zone: Def Jam Recording artist Pittsburgh Slim will be performing live at Hawaiian Tropic Zone while George Roop and local fighter Dave Kaplan party together after they bash each other's faces in at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

If you don’t want to shell out the cash for pay-per-view, Station Casinos will be showing the fight in all it’s nose-bashed and blood soaked splendor. For $10 you can watch the fight at most Station Casinos, plus get your first drink for free.

Station Casino viewing options:

Fiesta Casino in Henderson 702 567-7436

Green Valley Ranch 702 617-7777

Sunset Station 702 547-7777

Boulder Station Hotel & Casino 702 432-7777

Fiesta Rancho Casino Hotel 702 631-7000

Palace Station 702 367-2411

Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa 866 767-7773

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