On Monday, the UFC announced changes to its UFC Anti-Doping Policy as it looks to address issues with contaminated samples. In addition, it announced Thorne as a certified supplement maker. The new policy also advises that athletes use only supplements that have been certified by USADA’s approved list of five different certification agencies. If an athlete […]
WWE Smackdown draws 2.60 million viewers
WWE Smackdown on Fox drew 2.60 million viewers for its two hour slot Friday night on the network. The telecast saw an uptick in viewership after its lowest dip last week. WWE Smackdown’s first hour drew 2.701 million viewers with a 0.8 rating in the A18-49 demo. It’s second hour drew 2.5 million viewers although […]
Court dismisses Hunt’s last claim in lawsuit against Zuffa
Mark Hunt’s lawsuit against Zuffa has ended as a federal court in Nevada dismissed the remaining cause of action for claiming a violation of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing in contract. The meat of Hunt’s lawsuit, which spanned 10 causes of action and included Brock Lesnar and Dana White was dismissed this […]
Jones to defend UFC Light Heavyweight title against Reyes in Houston
Jon Jones will defend his UFC Light Heavyweight title against Dominick Reyes on February 8th in Houston, Texas. The announcement made by Dana White to ESPN reflects the promotion’s choice of Reyes over Corey Anderson. Reyes earned a first-round KO over Chris Weidman this past October at UFC on ESPN 6. Anderson had a defining […]
Floyd announces return, could it be with Zuffa Boxing?
Floyd Mayweather, Jr. announced on social media that he would be coming out of retirement. The announcement coincided with photos of himself and Dana White sitting courtside at a Los Angeles Clippers game. Perhaps the two just trolling the combat sports industry. Or, Floyd may be giving Zuffa Boxing a boost with lending his name […]