Natasha Wicks Speaks on UFC Release, Plus an Afternoon Wrap Up

(Fear not Natasha Wicks fans she is still doing go-go dancing in Vegas)

Natasha Wicks spoke about her sudden firing from the UFC for the first time with Sportsnet.ca. Wicks and fellow Octagon girl, Logan Stanton, were both let go by the UFC and there has been a strong fan outcry over the decision.   Former playmate, Chandella Powell, takes over the role as Octagon Girl.

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