Toyo Tires announced yesterday that it would return as the official Tire sponsor of the UFC. Its logo will be present during 6 UFC PPVs this year as well as other events on FX and Fuel. Via press release: As the Official Tire of the UFC, Toyo Tires will also have an increased presence on […]
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Timothy Bradley signs with Nike
The Sports Business Journal reported that Timothy Bradley has signed a deal with Nike. The next challenger to Manny Pacquiao will ensure that Nike will own the ring on June 9th. The one year shoe and apparel deal includes Bradley branded robe, trunks and cornermen apparel. Financials of the deal were not disclosed although there’s […]
Control a big issue in UFC-Fox deal
The Sports Business Daily/Journal had a brief article on the UFC-Fox deal in which both sides indicated that control and opportunity were big issues in the monumental deal for Zuffa. The article states that control was a big part of Zuffa choosing Fox. Zuffa still controls production of its shows although it takes suggestions from […]
Jim Miller signs sponsor deal with Bass Pro Shops
Jim Miller has landed a sponsorship deal with outdoor retailer Bass Pro Shops for his main event fight against Nate Diaz on UFC on Fox 3 May 5th according to Miller’s agent Oren Hodak. The deal includes logo placement and promotional appearances outside of the octagon. Via KO Reps: KO Reps is proud to announce […]
GSP signs multi-year deal with Hayabusa
MMA clothing brand Hayabusa announced Thursday that it has signed Georges St. Pierre to a multi-year sponsorship deal. GSP will promote the brand’s Pro Training Series fight gear and Tokushu glove series. Via press release: Hayabusa has a long history of working with elite MMA fighters and has just partnered with Welterweight Champion Georges ‘Rush’ […]