BREAKING: Strikeforce Cancels All Events Until 2013

Rumors began swirling last week about the demise of Strikeforce with reports coming out that Showtime may sever ties with the promotion. The rumor mill will now churn even faster after Strikeforce officials announced on Friday that all events have been cancelled until January of 2013. 

Strikeforce also announced the cancellation of its Nov. 3 event at the Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Okla., due to injuries sustained by main event star Frank Mir and co-main eventer and middleweight champ Luke Rockhold. Refunds for tickets purchased are available at point of sale.

“Due to a series of injuries, we were forced to cancel the upcoming card on Nov. 3, but are already working to put together a stacked card in January,” Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker said.

“While we're disappointed with the cancellation, we are looking forward to an even bigger Strikeforce event on Showtime early next year,” said Stephen Espinoza, Executive Vice President & General Manager, Showtime Sports.

Strikeforce also previously cancelled its September 29 event event reigning lightweight champ and headliner Gilbert Melendez suffered an injury and was unable to defend his crown against contender Pat Healy.