For those watching Bellator MMA as it returns to Spike TV Friday night, check out the new gloves worn by the fighters. Everlast Worldwide, Inc. and Bellator MMA have come up with a next-generation MMA fight glove. Via Bellator MMA press release: Over the last year Everlast product designers have worked closely with Bellator’s team […]
An update on Zuffa-NY lawsuit and 3 proposed bills re MMA in Albany
Zuffa and lawyers for the Attorney General of New York have filed an amended discovery plan which looks to depose certain individuals as it relates to Zuffa’s lawsuit against New York. In addition, Lohud.com reports on the latest happenings with the future of professional MMA in New York. Notably, the Lohud.com article reports on three […]
Bellator MMA signs Victory Motorcycles as sponsor
Bellator MMA announced that Victory Motorcycles will be the “Official Motorcycle Partner” of Bellator MMA. The partnership is another sponsor secured by BMMA prior to the start of its 10th season on February 28th. Via BMMA press release: Victory Motorcycles will be strategically integrated throughout the Bellator broadcast and digital platforms. In addition to premium […]
Tech issues hamper WWE Network launch
On Monday the WWE launched its much heralded Network which it advertised to be available on almost every platform imaginable. The good news is that number of those signing up exceeded expectations. The bad news is that it is experiencing technical difficulties across most platforms. The WWE’s technological partner in the venture, MLB Advanced Media, […]
UFC 170: 936,000 viewers
MMA Payout has learned through Nielsen sources that Saturday’s UFC 170 Prelims received an average viewership of 936,000. The ratings for the 2 hour prelims on FS1 are up slightly from the UFC 169 Prelims. UFC Prelims on FS1 UFC 164 809,000 UFC 165 722,000 UFC 166 628,000 UFC 167 998,000 UFC 168 1,554,000 UFC […]