Jack Encarnacao of the Boston Herald writes about Jeff Boris and his quest for his Professional Fighters Association (PFA) to establish a union for UFC fighters. In an interview with Boris, he explained more details for his plan for the company. In the article, Borris states that the PFA will seek to have an executive […]
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UFC Fight Night 94 attendance, gate and bonuses
MMA Junkie reports the attendance, gate and bonuses from UFC Fight Night 94 in Hidalgo, Texas. The UFC announced attendance of 5,624 for a live gate of $323,419. The event took place at the State Farm Arena in Hidalgo, Texas. The venue holds about 6,800 for concerts. In addition, the UFC announced bonuses from the […]
Chael Sonnen signs with Bellator MMA
Chael Sonnen is returning to MMA as part of Bellator per an announcement late Thursday. Sonnen, 39, is signing a multi-year, multi-fight contract with the company. The Bellator press release stated that Sonnen will compete in the 205 pound division although he states in the release that he is not limiting himself to just one […]
TUF 24 Episode 3 draws 441,000 viewers
The Ultimate Fighter 24 episode 3 drew 441,000 viewers on FS1 Wednesday night per Sports TV Ratings. It’s a 17% increase from last week and it’s the best showing thus far this season. The episode drew 225,000, another season high, in the adult 18-49 demo per Sports TV Ratings. Also, DVR numbers remain about the […]
GGG draws 843K HBO viewers for Saturday afternoon fight
HBO Boxing on Saturday afternoon featuring Gennady Golovkin taking on Kell Brook drew 843,000 subscribers. The event aired in the afternoon from 3:10pm-3:28pm PT per Sports TV Ratings. It drew 393,000 viewers in the adult 18-49 demo. The event was replayed later that night in addition to two other live fights. 7:13pm-7:45pm PT – Kamegai […]