The numbers for UFC on Versus 3 are in and the biggest surprise is the generous bonus Dana White awarded Diego Sanchez and Martin Kampmann. Gate In its first time in the state of Kentucky, the UFC drew 8,319 for a live gate of $471,450. The UFC announced this at the post-fight press conference according to MMA Junkie. Ratings Ratings for […]
Sponsorship Spotlight: Cagehero
MMA Payout had the opportunity to speak with Mark Mastrandrea about his company Cagehero. Founded in 2010 along with Ian Parker, Cagehero t-shirt designs are not the usual MMA brand of skull and crossbones design. MP: When was Cagehero established? How long have you been in business? Where are your offices? CH: Ian Parker and […]
UFC on Versus 3 Prelims airing on Facebook
Facebook live-streaming is here to stay for the UFC as it will air 2 prelim bouts prior to it airing on Versus tonight. In addition, Versus will have pre and post-fight shows on the channel similar to previous times on the network. Via MMA Junkie: The UFC’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ufc) has been used to stream […]
Strikeforce delays Heavyweight Grand Prix until June
Strikeforce confirmed rumors that the much hyped Heavyweight Grand Prix tournament has been delayed until June 18th. The April 9th Strikeforce show will now feature Nick Diaz v. Paul Dailey according to MMA Junkie. Grumblings about the delay grew as Strikeforce had not announced a site for the April 9th event. Scott Coker was deflected […]
Bellator CEO Rebney featured on WSJ.com
Last week Bellator CEO, Bjorn Rebney was featured in an interview on WSJ.com about building the Bellator brand. He talked about the substantial growth of MMA and the past and future of Bellator. Via WSJ.com Bellator will make its debut on MTV2 this Saturday night, March 5th at 9PM ET. Via Bellator press release: Bellator […]