UFC.com announced via twitter that Wyoming became the 45th state to legalize MMA. The state announced that it has created an MMA governing board to oversee regulation which may hurt more than help local MMA. Wyoming focused on legislation that specifically addressed regulating mixed martial arts as previous efforts to re-establish the defunct office of the […]
Archives for March 2012
UFC Primetime: Diaz vs Condit Draws 657,000 for FX Debut, Averages 540,000 for Series
“UFC Primetime: Diaz vs. Condit”, a three-part series which aired on three consecutive Friday nights on FX, drew 657,000 viewers for it’s FX network debut. After the debut episode, each of the following weeks saw a decline in viewership and overall, the three-part series averaged 540,000 viewers on FX. In January of 2011, the same […]
Jim Miller signs sponsor deal with Bass Pro Shops
Jim Miller has landed a sponsorship deal with outdoor retailer Bass Pro Shops for his main event fight against Nate Diaz on UFC on Fox 3 May 5th according to Miller’s agent Oren Hodak. The deal includes logo placement and promotional appearances outside of the octagon. Via KO Reps: KO Reps is proud to announce […]
Edgar gets rematch versus Henderson
Frankie Edgar announced via twitter last week that he will receive his rematch against Ben Henderson. Dana White has tentatively scheduled the fight for this summer. Via Edgar’s twitter: Rematch anyone??…….it’s on!! Thanks to @danawhite @lorenzofertitta. Me and Henderson 2. Here we go!! — Frankie Edgar (@FrankieEdgar) March 6, 2012 Payout Perspective: Once again Anthony […]
“I am Bruce Lee” scores 1.4 million viewers
MMA Junkie reports that Spike TV’s documentary “I am Bruce Lee” set a record for documentaries on the network. The two hour feature last Wednesday scored a household 1.0 rating with a 1.4 million viewer average. The feature included many stars commenting on the influence Bruce Lee had on their lives and professions. It included […]