Dana White predicts a $40 million economic impact for Toronto as a result of UFC 129. White also stated in a conference call Tuesday that UFC 129 could bring $1.5 million in revenue to the city from ticket taxes alone. In addition, the UFC has sold $11 million in tickets for the event Via Rogers […]
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First international TUF likely in Philippines this year
MMA Weekly reports that the ongoing UFC reality show, The Ultimate Fighter, will have its first international show in 2011, likely in the Philippines. Dana White made this announcement during a conference call Tuesday. Via MMA Weekly: “This year,” White confirmed about when an international “Ultimate Fighter” will debut. “I’m pretty sure the first one’s probably […]
UFC, Strikeforce Set to Enjoy Early 2011 Success
The UFC has experienced tremendous growth over the last few years. Its PPV revenues have increased by an annual average of over 20% in the last three years and its live gate has tracked similarly at an average increase of 15% . This is outstanding growth, but also difficult to sustain, which is why many […]
UFC 129 sells out, sets records
The UFC announced that UFC 129: St. Pierre vs. Shields at Rogers Centre in Toronto sold out in mere minutes. Via UFC press release: UFC® 129: ST-PIERRE vs. SHIELDS, which is presented by TapouT®, is the first major mixed martial arts event to ever be held in Ontario. The event doubles the largest gate and […]
White predicts UFC.tv is future of PPV
MMA Junkie reports that UFC head Dana White predicts that the new UFC.tv technology launched with UFC 126 is the future of UFC events. Dana White told MMA Junkie: “I’ve been saying it for 10 years. Everything is going Internet. I believe that everybody is going to be watching TV and be on the Internet.” While the […]