The UFC was sold for approximately $4.2 billion this summer changing the face of the largest, mixed martial arts company. Despite internal and external denials, it was clear that Zuffa was set to sell the company. Perhaps we should have seen this coming the year prior. Subtle changes made to the brand logo and broadcasts, […]
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16 for 16: No. 2 PFA and MMAAA attempt to organize fighters
Two movements seeking to organize fighters launched this year as the discontent over pay and benefits grew. Whether or not either one will be successful is yet to be determined. In addition to the PFA and MMAAA which announced their intent to organize UFC fighters. The Professional Fighters Association, led by Jeff Borris, seeks to […]
16 for 16: No. 3 New York finally passes law to legalize professional MMA in the state
After a long battle, the New York Assembly voted to legalize professional MMA in the state this past spring. It was signed into law by Governor Andrew Cuomo on April 14th. Thus, on September 1st the sport became legal and regulated by the state. Assembly votes shown in this picture. Green is good. pic.twitter.com/FmqX9WWmf9 — […]
16 for 16: No. 4 Legislation to Amend Ali Act Introduced
In May 2016, Oklahoma Republican Congressman Markwayne Mullin introduced an expansion of the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act to include MMA. A Congressional Subcommittee hearing was conducted in December to discuss the issues related to mixed martial arts and how the introduced law would help fighters. In addition to Congressman Mullin, it is co-sponsored by […]
16 for 16: No. 5 UFC 200
Ronda Rousey and Conor McGregor were thought to be shoe-ins for this event at one point. But, a set of circumstances had Miesha Tate and Amanda Nunes as the headliners for the biggest event in company history. Rousey was not ready to come back to the Octagon for UFC 200 due to scheduling and her […]