In a recent interview with ESPN, Randy Couture voiced his concern for fighters to receive health benefits. These comments raised the issue of whether there is a need for a fighter’s union. While Couture is against a union, he endorsed the need for fighters to receive some type of medical coverage. Via ESPN: Couture isn’t interested in spearheading a […]
Apply to be a UFC fighter online
The UFC and Jobbi.com are offering ordinary people the opportunity to apply online to be a UFC fighter. Jobbi.com is a job search web site that has been a UFC sponsor since the fall of 2010. Via UFC web site: With thousands of fighters applying annually to the UFC for the opportunity to fight in […]
Bellator 42 ratings: 199,000 viewers
MMA Junkie reports Bellator rebounded from its worst ratings of the season hitting an average of 199,000 for its Easter weekend offering. Bellator 42 on MTV2 included a solid 180,000 viewers for its replay. Via MMA Junkie: In addition to the 199,000 viewers who tuned in for the live broadcast, 180,000 tuned in for an […]
UFC introduces UFCLatino.com
The UFC announced the launch of its UFCLatino.com web site which will cater to its Spanish speaking fans. Via press release: The site will cater to the culture of the blossoming audience of Hispanic fans who are drawn to the UFC’s fast-paced, exciting action. What’s more, the site will include news, video and special content […]
Limited edition GSP figure at UFC 129 expo
Canadian based collectible figure company, Round 5, announced the release of a limited edition Georges St. Pierre figure available only at the UFC 129 Fan Expo in Toronto. In addition, it is offering purchasers the opportunity to have their own likeness on a Round 5 figurine. Via Round 5 press release: Markham, ON (April 25, […]