The Wrestling Observer reports that last week’s UFC 161 Prelims on FX scored 968,000 viewers for a rating of 0.68. The ratings were the third lowest ever on FX. UFC 161 Prelims featured Jake Shields versus Tyron Woodley in one of the least exciting fights of the night. It did include the Fight and Submission […]
Archives for June 2013
Nick Diaz Promotions Offered Pay What You Want PPV
Nick Diaz’s first foray into MMA promotions occurred last night with the introduction of WAR MMA. As a way to promote the fights and create some buzz, it offered a Kickstarter-type PPV model as fans were able to pay what they wanted…including nothing at all. The card which featured former UFC star Daniel Roberts against […]
Invicta FC goes to PPV July 13th
MMA Junkie reports that Invicta FC will debut on PPV in the United States and Canada on July 13th. The PPV has a suggested retail price of $14.95 and will feature Cyborg Santos vs. Marloes Coenen. Via MMA Junkie: Invicta FC officials today announced the company’s July 13 event will be available on both cable […]
WSOF 3 gate improves
World Series of Fighting 3 posted its attendance and gate figures for last Friday night from the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. According to the Nevada State Athletic Commission, there were 2,501 in attendance to see Fitch vs. Burkman 2. for a gate of $106, 573 There were 1,107 tickets sold […]
Bellator Wednesday ratings disappoint
MMA Fighting reports that Wednesday nights Bellator’s debut posted disappointing numbers. Spike officials point to the NHL Stanley Cup as contributing to the poor ratings. Hoping to continue with its strong ratings, and 809,000 viewer average from its first season on Spike TV, Bellator had high hopes for continued momentum. The Bellator summer series featuring […]