It was announced via Dana White’s twitter account that Jon Jones will be a guest on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. It will mark the first time that a UFC star will appear on the show. Although Rampage Jackson and Jacob Volkmann (H/t Mike Chiapetta) may have appeared on the show in the past, […]
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GSP-Shields featured in “Primetime” series
MMA Weekly reports that the UFC will run a GSP-Jake Shields “Primetime” series in leading up to their main event at UFC 129 in Toronto. Via MMA Weekly: “Yeah we’re going to do a Primetime on those two,” White confirmed to MMAWeekly.com. “So everything you didn’t know about Georges St-Pierre from the other 7 Primetimes, […]
UFC all over NYC pre-UFC 128
The UFC is taking advantage of UFC 128 by doing a lot of hype for the event in NYC. Here are several examples: Chuck Liddell joining NYC firefighters to march in the St. Patrick Day’s Parade. Liddell even dyed his beard green for the event. (H/t Cagewriter) Brandon Vera and Dominick Cruz talking to school […]
Jones’ “In the Moment” scores 555,000 viewers
MMA Junkie reports that Jon Jones’ pre-UFC 128 special, “In the Moment” garnered 555,000 viewers. Jones’ half-hour feature outscored the regular countdown show which drew 406,000 viewers. The success of the special may mean that “In the Moment” specials may return for future events. Payout Perspective: The strong ratings show the popularity of Jones. Even […]
Zuffa v. Bellator/Pavia Litigation: Bellator Asserts Claim For Defamation
Zuffa v. Bellator/Pavia Litigation: Bellator Asserts Claim Against Julian Gregorio for Defamation & Some Theory of Misappropriation Based on Alleged Leak to Zuffa Following up on my coverage of Zuffa’s lawsuit against Bellator and Pavia — — a post with earlier links is here and here is my most recent post on the Court’s denial […]