As part of the ESPN duties to promote UFC 54, Dana White took part in a chat with fans. The issue of fighter unions came up again and White offered up his opinion. When asked about whether the UFC will ever see a fighter’s union, White responded: I doubt it. The thing about fighting is, […]
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White takes TUF Finale to The Hard Rock
MMA Junkie confirmed reports that Dana White moved The Ultimate Final Finale from The Palms to The Hard Rock due to a personal issue with the Hotel and Casino. White’s credit limit was cut in half at The Palms which made White decide to take his business elsewhere. The Las Vegas Review-Journal originally reported the […]
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Bellator 81: 149,000 viewers
MMA Junkie reports the ratings for Bellator 81 at a tick higher than last week at 149,000 viewers. The average for season 7 is now at approximately 166,000 viewers. Bellator 81 featured the semifinals of the lightweight tournament. Bellator 74: 190,000 viewers Bellator 75: 145,000 Bellator 76: 175,000 Bellator 77: 149,000 Bellator 78: 154,000 Bellator 79: 220,000 Bellator 80: 148,000 Bellator […]
Overeem and Golden Glory settle contract dispute
MMA Junkie reports that the parties in the Alistair Overeem-Golden Glory contract dispute have settled for an undisclosed amount according to a press release from the parties. Lawsuits were filed in California and Nevada over the heavyweight severing his relationship with his former gym. Some background on the contract dispute can be found here. As […]