MMA Junkie reports that the UFC’s Rich Franklin made an appearance today on “The Doctors” daytime talk show. Franklin describes practical tips for self-defense. The segment featuring Franklin is here: Payout Perspective: Although the “self-defense tactics” segment has been done over and over again, its nice to see Franklin appear on the show. Unlike Bas […]
Archives for January 2012
WWE’s John Cena brand worth $106 million
The WWE claims that the brand for WWE pro wrestler John Cena is worth an estimated $106 million in 2010. The report comes out with the announcement of a huge sponsorship deal between Cena and Post Cereal’s Fruity Pebbles. ESPN’s Michelle Steele reports that Cena was an $106 million brand in 2010. It was confirmed […]
Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Jardine Showtime Ratings and Salaries
MMA Junkie reports that the ratings for Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Jardine earned an average of 344,000 viewers on Showtime. In addtion, Strikeforce salaries were released with Robbie Lawler topping the salary roster. Strikeforce Saturday night earned a 0.93 household rating. It is the second-lowest rated Showtime-Strikeforce show for 2011-2012 out of 9 shows during the […]
Update on Zuffa vs. New York: NY files motion
HBO-Showtime in bidding war for boxing in 2012
The Sports Business Journal reported about the possibility of Showtime surpassing HBO Boxing for marquee fights and fighters. The article underscores the change at the top of each network’s sports divisions as a possible reason. SBJ (subscription required) points to the Andre Berto-Victor Ortiz rematch, which many believe was the Fight of the Year for 2011, […]