For those watching Bellator MMA as it returns to Spike TV Friday night, check out the new gloves worn by the fighters. Everlast Worldwide, Inc. and Bellator MMA have come up with a next-generation MMA fight glove. Via Bellator MMA press release: Over the last year Everlast product designers have worked closely with Bellator’s team […]
Archives for February 2014
Vitor Belfort out of UFC 173 title bout after NSAC TRT ban
Earlier in the day, the Nevada State Athletic Commission banned therapeutic use exemptions for testosterone treatment therapy (TRT), just a few hours after that announcement was made, UFC teased a big announcement would be aired on FOX Sports Live tonight. Fox Sports Live reported that Vitor Belfort would not be applying for a Nevada license […]
NSAC Bans TRT, UFC Issues Statement
Earlier today, the Nevada State Athletic Commission motioned to ban the practice of issuing therapeutic use exemptions (TUEs) for the often questioned testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) in the state, which would impact many notable fighters in the UFC. The UFC supported the decision and issued the following statement: “The Ultimate Fighting Championship fully supports the […]
FOX Sports 1 Releases 2014 MLB Schedule, UFCs Impact?
Today, FOX released their upcoming MLB on FOX 2014 schedule, which will occupy many upcoming Saturdays for the next few months. Will this impact UFC programming on Saturday nights? 2014 FOX SPORTS/FOX SPORTS 1 MLB REGULAR-SEASON BROADCAST SCHEDULE (Note: Schedule Subject to Change – Times Refer to On-Air) Saturday, April 5 1:00 PM ET – FOX […]
An update on Zuffa-NY lawsuit and 3 proposed bills re MMA in Albany
Zuffa and lawyers for the Attorney General of New York have filed an amended discovery plan which looks to depose certain individuals as it relates to Zuffa’s lawsuit against New York. In addition, Lohud.com reports on the latest happenings with the future of professional MMA in New York. Notably, the Lohud.com article reports on three […]