ESPN’s E:60 sports magazine program did a feature this week on Georges St. Pierre as he nears his return to the Octagon. The feature goes to Montreal to look at GSP’s roots. Although there has been speculation of sagging ticket sales for GSP’s return, it appears that the event will be a sellout by the […]
Nike sponsorship next for JDS?
MMA Fighting reports that Heavyweight Champ Junior dos Santos is close to signing a sponsorship deal with Nike. The deal could mean JDS will sport the swoosh in time for his big fight with Cain Velasquez in December. Terms of the deal are unknown at this point for JDS but if the deal goes through […]
The Pro Wrestling Post: WWE Earnings for 3Q
The WWE announced its 3rd Quarter earnings on November 1st with mixed news as the company saw a decline in its profits and revenue from last year yet it beat analyst expectations. The big news from the earnings call is that the WWE has decided on a pay subscription model for its WWE Network. The […]
New York files motion to dismiss Zuffa’s case
New York has filed a Motion to Dismiss Zuffa’s Amended Complaint this past Friday in an effort to do away with all of Zuffa’s claims. Zuffa will have until November 30th to file a responsive brief opposing the motion. Since we last reported on this litigation, the Court granted the defendants (New York Attorney General […]
Bellator 78: 154,000 viewers
MMA Junkie reports that Bellator 78 received an average of 154,000 viewers this past Friday. The ratings reflect a slight increase from Bellator 77. Bellator 74: 190,000 viewers Bellator 75: 145,000 Bellator 76: 175,000 Bellator 77: 149,000 Bellator 78: 154,000 Payout Perspective: The Bellator average for its seventh season is at 162,600. Despite the […]