MMA Junkie reports the attendance, gate and bonuses for Thursday’s UFC Fight Night 80 at the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Rose Namajunas, Tim Means, Jim Miller and Michael Chiesa all won $50,000 bonuses. Namajunas and Means won for Performances of the Night while Miller and Chiesa earned Fight of the Night. Chiesa won […]
TUF 22 Episode 12 draws 595K viewers
The last episode of TUF 22 drew 595,000 viewers on FS1 Wednesday night in its first showing on the network. It is the second highest rating for the season. The rating reflects the third consecutive week in which it has gained viewership. The season-ending episode is also the best rating in three seasons for the […]
The White House responds to Diaz petition
The White House has responded to the Nick Diaz petition which many supporters signed on behalf of the UFC fighter. While many believed that the petition would have some sort of impact on the Nevada State Athletic Commission to overturn its decision, it did not. Over 100,000 signed the petition which earned a response from […]
Showtime Boxing main event draws 386,000
Showtime Boxing on Saturday night featuring the battle of Brooklyn boxers Daniel Jacobs and Peter Quillin drew a televised event high of 386,000 viewers according to Sports TV Ratings. Jacobs defeated Quillin via a stunning first-round stoppage. Jacobs landed multiple shots which staggered Quillin causing the ref to stop the fight 85 seconds in. It […]
McGregor signs deal with Fanatics Authentic
Conor McGregor has signed an exclusive agreement with memorabilia company Fanatics Authentic. No terms of the deal were disclosed but it’s another deal for the fighter leading up to Saturday’s UFC 194. Last week, McGregor signed a deal with nutritional supplement company BSN. RT to welcome @TheNotoriousMMA as the newest #FAexclusive athlete! Good luck at […]