According to UFC.TV and multiple PPV providers such as DirecTV and Time Warner, the UFC will charge consumers an estimated $59.99 HD/$49.99 SD for all PPVs scheduled in 2015 so far, which include UFC 182: Jones vs Cormier, UFC 183: Silva vs Diaz and UFC 184: Weidman vs Belfort. Payout Perspective: UFC President Dana […]
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14 for 14: No. 1 the UFC antitrust lawsuit
In a lawsuit that may change the structure of the UFC and the MMA business as a whole, fighters have sued Zuffa for alleged violations of section 2 of the Sherman Antitrust Act. The fighters intend to seek class action status as 5 law firms have joined together to represent the plaintiffs. The UFC recently retained […]
14 for 14: No. 2 UFC-Reebok announce uniform deal
There was much speculation as to when the UFC would broker a uniform deal. The long-awaited deal will begin during International Fight Week in July 2015 according to the joint announcement on December 2nd. Details of the deal are outlined here. The deal is estimated at 6 years for $70 million and offers a unique […]
Zuffa retains Boies Schiller & Flexner
The UFC issued a statement in which it announced that it has retained the law firm of Boies, Schiller & Flexner to defend it against plaintiffs seeking class action status alleging Zuffa of violating antitrust laws. Per the UFC web site: We have built a popular business from modest beginnings by meeting the needs of […]
14 for 14: No. 5 CM Punk signs with the UFC
It’s rare that a hyped-up announcement lives up to expectations. But, the signing of Phil Brooks (aka CM Punk) did when he came on during the UFC 181 PPV to announce his intent to fight in the UFC. Punk’s announcement left many UFC fans wondering about the direction of the UFC. Some like the signing […]