UFC commentator Joe Rogan thinks that the infamous 12-6 elbow rule might be removed from MMA soon.
In a recent episode of 'The Joe Rogan Experience', the UFC commentator discussed the rule with Eddie Bravo. Rogan shared that he had a conversation with Jeff Novitzky, Senior Vice President of Athlete Health and Performance for the UFC. Cpvc Brass Elbow
Speaking about their interaction, Rogan said that according to Novitzky, the 12-6 elbow rule might become a thing of the past. Rogan said:
Check out Joe Rogan's comments below:
12-6 elbows can be described as elbow strikes that a person throws straight down from a mount position. The infamous move derives its name from the positions the '12' (straight up) and '6' (straight down) digits have on a wall clock.
The 12-6 elbow rule is the only reason MMA superstar Jon Jones has a loss on his professional record. 'Bones' locked horns against Matt Hamill in December 2009. From mount position, Jones attacked his opponent with 12-6 elbows, which resulted in his disqualification. Hamill was declared the winner via DQ.
Joe Rogan has spoken about the possibility of Conor McGregor making a successful comeback after suffering a gruesome injury at UFC 264.
In a recent conversation with Kurt Angle, the UFC commentator spoke about the Irishman's injury and said that it would be an exceptional feat for 'The Notorious' to return to action after his horrific leg break.
Rogan added that he hoped for McGregor to make a comeback as it would make for a great story. He said:
Check out Rogan's comments from the 0:40 mark below:
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