MMA Junkie reports the preliminary numbers released on gate, attendance and salaries of the main eventers. Notably, attendance numbers are strong and so is Anderson Silva’s reported purse. Dana White reported that UFC 162 at the MGM Grand Garden has sold 12,400 tickets for a gate of $4.26 million. These numbers already eclipsed UFC 160 […]
Looking back at the PPV History of UFC 162 main eventers
Welcome to another edition of PPV History. This time we take a look at the PPV History of UFC 162’s main eventers. Realistically, the strength of this event’s numbers rests solely on Anderson Silva. Anderson Silva Arguably, Silva is the GOAT (Greatest Of All Time), goat can have a dual meaning based on Silva’s whimsical […]
Businessweek covers the issue of UFC fighter pay
Businessweek reports on the ongoing issue of fighter pay. It looks at the fact that while fighters are beginning to voice their opinion, there is no real solution unless Zuffa decides to do something. The article paints a picture of the fighter discontent versus Dana White’s irritated response in his proposed elimination of fight night […]
Wall Street Bullish on FS1
The Sports Business Daily (subscription required) reported on Tuesday that Wall Street analysts are bullish on the launch of Fox Sports 1 and it may positively impact 21st Century Fox stock. The network’s expanded sports programming is said to accelerate sales and contribute to the growth. CNBC’s Jim Cramer broke word that Wall Street analysts […]
Mayweather-Canelo PPV set at $75
BoxingScene.com reports that the PPV price point for the Floyd Maywether Jr. v. Canelo Alvarez fight set for September 14, 2013 will be set at $75 for HD and $60 for SD. This is a $5 price increase from Maywether’s May fight against Roberto Guerrero. Its being billed as the biggest fight in years and […]