MMA Fighting reports that Alistair Overeem has left the managing stable of Golden Glory. Overeem’s decision to leave was due to “a breach of trust.” Via MMA Fighting: With Overeem only stating that “a breach of trust” was the reason for his departure, details behind the split are up for speculation and many people may […]
The Ultimate Fighter 14 Ep. 1: 1.5 million viewers
Is GSP the UFC’s biggest PPV star?
After the UFC 135 press conference yesterday, Dana White told reports that Georges St. Pierre is the biggest PPV star in MMA today. This, despite the numbers reflecting that Brock Lesnar should hold that distinction. White did state that GSP’s fight style has changed. Nevertheless, White believes he’s the top draw regardless. White might be […]
Mayweather-Ortiz: Payout Perspective
Welcome to a special edition of Payout Perspective as we take a look back at Saturday’s fight at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas featuring Floyd Mayweather taking on Victor Ortiz. Mayweather wins via controversial TKO “Protect yourself at all times.” Oftentimes glossed over in instructions for MMA and boxing, Mayweather used this rule as […]
Tate signs deal with Toyo Tires
The Strikeforce welterweight women’s champion, Miesha Tate, has signed a sponsorship deal with Toyo Tires. Tate wore the Toyo Tires logo on her fight shorts when she won the title from Marloes Coenen in July. Via Toyo Tires press release: Tate is a native of Tacoma, Washington, and was the 2010 WMMA (Women’s Mixed Martial […]