The UFC announced that it has partnered with Hall of Famer Bas Rutten to launch the UFC Bas Body Action System. It is the same system that Rutten has marketed in the past. Via UFC press release: The agreement, negotiated by IMG, allows Rutten, a former UFC heavyweight champion and three-time King of Pancrase, to […]
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New study reveals $68 million economic impact with MMA in New York
Newsday reports on a new study provided by the UFC on Thursday which reveals that the legalization of MMA in New York State would result in a $68 million economic impact within the state. The new findings from a study commissioned by the UFC reveal that the state’s potential economic benefit is 3 times the amount […]
White talks social media and drops news at conference
Dana White was a featured speaker at the BusinessNext Conference in Las Vegas this morning. White made two newsworthy announcements including a deal with Monster Headphones and the acquisition of LA Boxing. White covered the full gamut of his business as it related to social media. As always, White was frank, honest and admitted half-jokingly […]
UFC Gym heading to Long Island
The UFC is setting up shop in New York. But it’s not what we would like as the UFC is expanding its gym franchise to Long Island. Via UFC press release: UFC GYM® Long Island will join a multitude of other businesses in an expansive free-standing building. Its ‘Train Different’ approach offers an alternative to the […]
UFC 135: Payout Perspective
Welcome to another edition of Payout Perspective. In the main event, Jon Jones defeated Quentin “Rampage” Jackson to retain the Light Heavyweight title. Jones stops Rampage Jon Jones handled Rampage Jackson to retain his Light Heavyweight title. Its becoming apparent that Jones’ length is his greatest attribute. Jackson looked motivated, in shape and had the […]