FOX Sports Media Group Chairman David Hill, FOX Sports Co-President Eric Shanks & FUELTV General Manager George Greenberg joined forces with UFC President Dana White and CEO Lorenzo Fertitta earlier today to preview coverage of the first ever UFC heavyweight title bout on network television between defending champion Cain Velasquez and No. 1 contender Junior […]
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Pacquiao’s economic impact in Vegas
The NY Times reports on the economic impact Manny Pacquiao has on Las Vegas. Its a good read on how Pacquiao’s popularity has a trickle down economic affect on Vegas during fight weekend. The third fight in the trilogy sold out within 2 weeks of tickets going on sale. Gross sales are expected at $11.8 […]
Overeem sues Golden Glory
TMZ first reported that UFC heavyweight Alistair Overeem has sued his ex-management group, Golden Glory. According to TMZ, the lawsuit requests that the court break his contract with Golden Glory. Since the filing, Golden Glory has fired back at Overeem. First the lawsuit. Via the Fight Lawyer: Overeem is suing “Knockout Investments, B.V., Golden Glory, […]
Bonnier Corp. to publish UFC Magazine
The UFC has chosen publisher Bonnier Corp. to produce its official UFC Magazine. The first issue published by Bonnier will be available in the early part of 2012. Via UFC press release: Bonnier Corp. and the Ultimate Fighting Championship® have announced an agreement for Bonnier to begin producing the mixed martial arts organization’s official magazine. […]
Ad inventory sold out for UFC on Fox
Ad Week reports that all ad inventory for Saturday night’s UFC on Fox event has been sold. Media buyers indicate that a 30 second spot for Saturday night cost “north of $100,000. Via Ad Week: Media buyers say a 30-second spot in The UFC on Fox cost just north of $100,000. Among the marketers advertising are […]