The UFC-Fox relationship entered into a new venture as Fox unveiled two new sports networks: Fox Sports 1 (FS1) and Fox Sports 2 (FS2). The UFC was pegged to play a big role in providing the networks, especially FS1 with its content. So far, the network has not lived up to its lofty expectations, but […]
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UFC PPV 2013 Review + Updates
Now that thirteen UFC PPV’s are in the books for 2013, we can start to analyze UFC’s performance this year in terms of their most important revenue stream, PPV purchases. Although PPV buys were estimated throughout the year, many are quietly adjusted and made more accurate throughout the year. Here is an updated list, which […]
13 for 13: No. 4 GSP and Silva gone from UFC
When this list was first compiled, No. 4 was “GSP gone from UFC. “ With Saturday’s fight, we added Silva as Anderson Silva’s absence from the UFC will take a toll on the company as well. Georges St. Pierre’s announcement that he would take an indefinite leave from the UFC and relinquish the title left […]
UFC 168: Payout Perspective
Welcome to another edition of Payout Perspective. This time we take a look at the last UFC event of 2013 from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Weidman retains belt after Silva breaks leg Corey Hill. That is what went through my mind as Anderson Silva’s shin was shattered on a Chris […]
UFC 168 attendance, gate and bonuses
MMA Junkie reports that UFC 168 drew 15,650 for a live gate of $6.2 million. In addition, Ronda Rousey, Miesha Tate and Travis Browne earned $75K bonuses as announced by Dana White at the post-fight press conference. White announced the attendance and gate at the presser as well. UFC 168 attendance at the MGM Grand […]