The independent wrestling scene is hot and The Interview checks in with Northwest promoters and founders of Defy Wrestling Jim Perry and Matt Farmer. They discuss starting the promotion and the nature of the business.
UFC 235 Prelims average 1.0 metered market rating
ESPN is reporting that the UFC 235 Prelims averaged a 1.0 metered market rating. Despite starting 15 minutes late due to a college basketball overrun, the telecast marked the fourth consecutive highest-rated UFC telecast on cable since 2017. The telecast featured Zabit Magomedsharipov and Jeremy Stephens with the Russian star winning the fight via unanimous […]
UFC 235 attendance, gate and bonuses
UFC 235 took place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The UFC announced its attendance, gate and bonuses. The bonuses went to Cody Garbrandt and Pedro Munhoz for their one round brawl which saw Munhoz end up with the victory. Johnny Walker earned a Performance Bonus for a well-placed knee which put down […]
Jones, Woodley earn $500K paydays for UFC 235
The Nevada State Athletic Commission disclosed the salaries for the main card on Saturday night. Jon Jones and Tyron Woodley top the card with $500,000 paydays. Jones’ challenger for the Light Heavyweight Championship, Anthony Smith, will make $350,000. Woodley’s challenger, Kamru Usman also gets $350,000. Robbie Lawler will make $200,000 and another $100,000 if he […]
NAC issues statement on Jon Jones drug tests
Two of Jon Jones’ latest drug tests have turned up positive for the same banned substance as in the past. In response, the Nevada State Athletic Commission has issued a statement. “Mr. Jones has been cooperative with the NSAC and has submitted to multiple drug tests conducted by the NSAC, the Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency (VADA), […]