The New York Daily News reported that there will not be a vote to legalize MMA in New York. After a behind the scenes discussion on whether there were enough votes for legislation, the Assembly Democratic conference decided not to bring it to the floor for a formal vote. State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver told […]
Archives for May 2012
The pro wrestling post: WWE earnings for Q1
On Thursday of last week, the WWE reported strong Q1 earnings despite a quarter which saw its stock plummet to an all-time low in April. The earnings beat analysts expectations of the company. A synopsis of the performance via the Chicago Tribune: During a conference call with analysts, executives of WWE cited improved revenues from […]
UFC boasts increase in viewers on Fuel
It appears that the UFC is increasing its viewership on Fuel. Fuel TV has recorded the largest year-to-year percentage increases of total viewers in both prime time and total day in April and this year among all rated, ad-supported cable networks. Fuel TV reported this growth via press release although it cites figures released by […]
UFC on FOX 3: Diaz vs Miller Overnight Ratings: 2.25 Million Viewers
TV By The Numbers reports on the overnight ratings for UFC on FOX 3, as it wins the time slot for adults 18-49 with a 1.0 rating and a 4 share with an estimated 2.25 million total viewer average (the numbers may be adjusted upwards due to the nature of live programming). The report states the following: […]
Mayweather taking home $32 million
Floyd Mayweather is set to earn a guaranteed $32 million according to the Nevada State Athletic Commission (via Dan Rafael tweet). This amount is a record eclipsing $30 million due to Mike Tyson in his 1997 fight with Evander Holyfield. Miguel Cotto will earn $8 million and a portion of the PPV share. This will […]