BodogFight: St. Petersburg Debuts Tonight

It's back! Bodog.com Entertainment unleashes its second season of mixed martial arts (MMA) action to fans worldwide in what promises to be an incredible series of fights and behind-the-scenes drama.

On Tuesday, February 13, BodogFight: St. Petersburg premieres the first of eight hard-hitting episodes.

Fans can catch the action online at www.bodogfight.com or on ION Television, available in over 90 million homes throughout the United States, at 11PM/10 Central. Click here (www.ionline.tv/local.php) for local listings in your area.

Episode 1 kicks off with two fights in the 155-pound weight class.

Black Mamba vs. Rodrigo Damm

His real name is Kultar Gill, but he goes by "Black Mamba". This young, highly quotable product of a tough Indian boarding school has dedicated himself not only to excelling in MMA but also to advancing the sport itself. He promised to provide an entertaining fight - win or lose.

Mamba will face Rodrigo Damm, a renowned Jiu-Jitsu expert and the owner and founder of his own gym in Villa Vella, Brazil. He's also the brother of renowned female mixed martial artist Carina Damm.

Yves Edwards vs. Mike Brown

Yves Edwards is a name known in MMA circles. He has fought repeatedly on Pride, UFC, HooknShoot, and in various other leagues. He is the co-founder of Revolution Dojo and the co-creator of the "thug-jitsu" fighting system.

Edwards will take on Mike Brown, who practices with America Top Team as well as with experts from Japan, England, and Brazil.

Biographies of all BodogFight: St. Petersburg fighters, exclusive footage and unedited interviews from the filming in Russia are continuously added to BodogFight's official web site, www.bodogfight.com. Plus, check out the site for weekly contests!

Watch each new action-packed episode Tuesdays at 11PM/10 Central on ION Televison or online at www.bodogfight.com.