MMA Junkie reports that Bellator 69 scored a season high average of 209,000 viewers. The average continues the 3 week trend upward for the company on MTV2.
Bellator 68: 169,000 viewers
Bellator 67: 165,000 viewers
Bellator 66: 109,000 viewers
Bellator 65: 163,000 viewers
Bellator 64: 175,00 viewers
Bellator 63: 140,000 viewers
Bellator 62: 175,000 viewers
Bellator 61: 108,000 viewers
Bellator 60: 169,000 viewers
Payout Perspective:
As we stated last week, if the last two shows for season 6 sustains the positive ratings trend, Bellator could frame the season as a step in the right direction. This week’s ratings are a success in comparison to the TUF Live’s disappointing low. While this season’s average may not be as good as its predecessors, the trend of steady, positive ratings will reflect signs of improvement in maintaining its audience.
I never understood why people thought Eddie Alvarez was this big star. The numbers certainly don’t support the idea. Sure, he’s one of their best fighters, but I’ve never gotten the sense that he had real star power. Bellator may be better off without him and his high price tag.
This is great news for Bellator. Hopefully they can establish some more consistency in their ratings during the Summer Series and Season 7 before heading to Spike TV.
The fights were great; really enjoyed Fuji vs Aguilar. I wonder if Bellator is hoping that Shlemenko wins the vacant championship; Falcao seems to be a bit of a risk with his loose temper.
Now they’re on a streak. Good for them, but let’s see if they can carry some momentum over to the next season.
In my opinion, all of these ratings don’t matter much.
Next year is when they will count.