The Legal Submission is back! The Legal Submission returns and takes a look at TKO’s Motion to Dismiss Phil Davis’ antitrust lawsuit. More information can be found here. Motion to Dismiss by MMA Payout Response to MTD by MMA Payout Reply on Motion to Dismiss by MMA Payout
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A look at TKO’s attempt to dismiss Phil Davis case
Last month the parties in the TKO-Phil Davis antitrust lawsuit filed papers related to the promotional company’s attempt to dismiss Davis’ antitrust lawsuit. The former UFC fighter filed a response in opposing the motion. TKO’s motion to dismiss is premised on the assertions that Davis’ lawsuit has no merit. The lawsuit mirrors the Cung Le […]
California State Athletic Commission votes to support Ali Act
On Wednesday, the California State Athletic Commission unanimously voted to support the Muhammad Ali Boxing Revival Act. The Commission voted 6-0 in favor of the Act which would amend the current legislation in place. Last month, the Commission had open comment on the Act which would allow the use of Unified Boxing Organizations (i.e., Zuffa […]
Thoughts on Dana White’s appearance on 60 Minutes
Dana White appeared on the Season Premiere of 60 Minutes two weeks ago. The appearance, a puff piece by presenter Jon Wertheim, highlighted White’s position as the head honcho of the UFC. Notably, the cameras followed White as he gambled at The Bellagio in Las Vegas. The crew watched as White lost over a million […]
UFC 320 attendance, gate, and bonuses
UFC 320 took place on Saturday night at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event featured two championships title fights and one new champion. Alex Pereira regained the UFC Light Heavyweight title with a first round KO of Magomed Ankalaev. The event drew 19.081 fans for a live gate of $8,840,134. The bonuses […]