MMA Fighting reports that UFC on Fox 8 attendance and gate was a paltry 7,816 fans for $735,000. The bonuses of $50,000 each were highlighted by Washington’s own Demetrious Johnson winning the Submission of the Night. Bonuses of $50,000 each were as follows: Ed Herman v. Trevor Smith – Fight of the Night Demetrious Johnson […]
Jake joins Body Glove Surge Team
As he gets ready for his fight Saturday night, Jake Ellenberger recently signed on with sponsor with the Body Glove Surge Energy Team. According to its web site, “its the first all natural energy shot.” Via Body Glove Surge press release: “Mixed martial arts is more than a sport, it’s a lifestyle. To perform at […]
Fight Master Episode 5: 441,000 viewer average
Ratings for Bellator’s reality series, Fight Master, on Spike TV continued to drop as episode 5 drew an average of only 441,000 viewers. It was the second straight week the ratings have dropped and this week’s episode was the second lowest of the season. Episode 1: 432,000 viewers Episode 2: 545,000 viewers Episode 3: 676,000 […]
Chandler signs long term deal with Bellator
MMA Junkie reports that Bellator has signed Michael Chandler to a “long term deal” with the organization. According to Bellator, the signing makes Chandler one of the highest paid lightweights. According to Bellator CEO Bjorn Rebney, Chandler will be with Bellator for a “minimum of eight fights.” Ironically, Chandler’s deal was made easier due to […]
Rampage-Jones set for Viacom PPV fight
MMA Junkie reports that Viacom is planning a pay per view by the end of the year featuring Rampage Jackson versus Roy Jones, Jr. in a boxing match. No word on the date of the PPV or if Bellator matches will support this very odd main event. Jackson’s representatives indicated that they have been negotiating […]