The Hollywood Reporter ran an article on Thursday on the ongoing war between talent agencies WME and CAA continuing in mixed martial arts. CAA has signed many UFC athletes including Cain Velasquez, Rory MacDonald and T.J. Dillashaw. It has repped GSP for some time. Of course, its rival, WME, acquired the UFC. Thus, the uncomfortable […]
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TUF 24 Episode 8 draws 255,000 viewers
The Ultimate Fighter 24 episode 8 drew an overnight rating of 255,000 viewers on FS1 Wednesday night per Sports TV Ratings. The rating is the lowest of the season but went up against Game 7 of The World Series. The game between the Indians and Cubs on Fox scored over 40 million viewers in overnight […]
Tom Lawlor notified of flagged USADA test
Tom Lawlor has been notified by USADA that an out-of-competition drug test has been flagged for potential banned substances. The 33-year-old middleweight is 6-5 in the UFC. The UFC has issued its standard statement: The UFC organization was notified today that the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) has informed Tom Lawlor of a potential Anti-Doping violation […]
Jones attorney requests for expedited USADA arbitration decision
The USADA arbitration of Jon Jones was completed on Monday at a law office in California after 10 hours before a panel of 3 arbitrators per MMA Fighting. Jones’ attorney, Howard Jacobs, is seeking an expedited decision prior to Jones’ disciplinary hearing before the Nevada Athletic Commission on November 10th. Per the Arbitration rules in […]
UFC launches NY-specific clothing collection for UFC 205
The UFC announced that it is launching its first-ever event-specific product line for the promotion’s debut in New York on November 12th. The New York collection from Reebok features city-themed T-shirts, hoodies, hats and shorts for men and women. The price points range from $16-$50. All UFC 205 fighters will wear a unique kit designed […]