UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva has partnered with watchmaker Meister in releasing limited edition watches with the identifiable Silva “killer bee” logo. The limited edition watches are available online at Meister’s web site. Only 50 of the 200 made will be available online. The remaining watches will be distributed to select Meister retailers. Via MMA Junkie: Previous special-edition […]
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UFC 123 Prelims score solid 1.5 million viewers
UFC 123 Prelims on SpikeTV garnered a strong audience of 1.5 million viewers for a 1.1 household rating. It earned a 1.31 in M18-49 and a 1.21 in M18-34. Spike TV confirmed this information in an email to MMA Payout. The numbers are tied for the third all-time highest “UFC Prelims” rating according to MMA […]
Frank Shamrock on Jimmy Fallon talking Strikeforce and anti-bullying campaign
Strikeforce’s Frank Shamrock made an appearance on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon last Thursday to promote Strikeforce’s Dec. 4th event as well as his anti-bullying campaign, Stand Up Together. Payout Perspective: Shamrock’s appearance is a big step for the mainstream visibility for Strikeforce. I thought he was great but I would be interested in knowing whether […]
Edgar inspires NY Jets with pre-game speech
UFC Lightweight Champion Frankie Edgar spoke to the New York Jets this past Saturday night prior to the Jets’ Sunday afternoon game against the Houston Texans. Edgar was brought in by Jets head coach Rex Ryan, an MMA fan, to impress upon the players the importance of mental toughness. Via Yahoo Sports: Edgar spoke to the Jets […]