Earlier this week Dave Meltzer’s Wrestling Observer reported that the preliminary PPV rate for UFC 153 is in the range of 340,000 to 410,000 buys. This would make UFC 153 the highest rated PPV in Brazil in recent history. UFC 134 – 335,000 buys (Silva vs. Okami main event) UFC 142 – 235,000 buys (Aldo […]
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No bulls for Cerrone
MMA Junkie reports on Donald Cerrone and his inability to participate in bull-riding due to his current contract with the UFC. The contract clause reflects the need for the UFC to protect their fighters and its investment. The issue came up recently when Cerrone made an appearance at the Pro Bull Riders tour final in […]
Rousey to UFC?
MMA Fighting reports on Dana White’s interview with Sports Illustrated on Tuesday where he indicated that women’s MMA will be heading to the UFC. The reason for the move is due to Strikeforce Women’s Champ Ronda Rousey. White was an opponent of women’s MMA in the UFC and affirmed his position when Zuffa purchased Strikeforce. […]
UFC Gym heading to Long Island
The UFC is setting up shop in New York. But it’s not what we would like as the UFC is expanding its gym franchise to Long Island. Via UFC press release: UFC GYM® Long Island will join a multitude of other businesses in an expansive free-standing building. Its ‘Train Different’ approach offers an alternative to the […]
A look at the current UFC roster of sponsors
The Sports Business Journal (subscription required) provided a rundown of official sponsors in a sports marketing and properties showcase. The UFC and WWE were both featured as the SBJ provided a list of its current sponsors. UFC Bud Light MetroPCS Dodge Harley Davidson U.S. Marines Ultimate Poker Xyience MusclePharm Corn Nuts EA TapouT Ubisoft Ryu […]