Kevin Iole of Yahoo! Sports reports that UFC on Fuel TV 8 was the most watched UFC live event in the network’s history. Saturday night’s event from Japan scored twice the previous high of 485,000 viewers. Also impressive was that the rerun received another 219,000 viewers. Wanderlei Silva versus Brian Stann was the main event […]
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Another extension request in the Bellator-Alvarez lawsuit
Attorneys for both Bellator and Eddie Alvarez have requested another extension in the ongoing lawsuit. The parties have agreed to another 2 week extension for Bellator’s attorneys to file an Answer to Alvarez’s Counterclaims. Presumably, the 2 week extension will allow for the sides to continue its settlement talks without further litigation in the matter. […]
UFC on Fuel TV 8’s attendance and bonuses
MMA Junkie reports the bonuses and attendance for UFC on Fuel TV 8. Mark Hunt and Wanderlei Silva were the big winners on Saturday. Mark Hunt and Wanderlei Silva shared KO of the nights and for good reason with their highlight knockouts of Stefan Struve and Brian Stann respectively. Silva doubled up in bonuses as […]
Rousey signs on with William Morris
The Hollywood Reporter reports that Ronda Rousey has signed on with talent agency William Morris. The Wrestling Observer reported that Rousey was offered a role in the Hunger Games sequel to Dana White’s chagrin. The rumors of Rousey doing movies has the UFC head concerned. He stated on “UFC Tonight” that Rousey would make more […]
UFC 157 Salaries: Hendo leads payroll at $250K
MMA Junkie reports the payouts for UFC 157. Dan Henderson topped the list of reported salaries released by the California State Athletic Commission. The payroll for the event was $1,173,050. Via MMA Junkie: Ronda Rousey: $90,000 (includes $45,000 win bonus) def. Liz Carmouche: $12,000 Lyoto Machida: $200,000 (no win bonus) def. Dan Henderson: $250,000 Urijah […]