The Sports Business Daily (subscription required) reported on Tuesday that Wall Street analysts are bullish on the launch of Fox Sports 1 and it may positively impact 21st Century Fox stock. The network’s expanded sports programming is said to accelerate sales and contribute to the growth. CNBC’s Jim Cramer broke word that Wall Street analysts […]
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Fightmaster Episode 2: 545,000 viewer average
MMA Fighting reports that the ratings for Bellator’s Fightmaster have increased 26% from initial debut to an average of 545,000 viewers for a 0.4 rating. This week, episode 2 did not run opposite the NHL. Via MMA Fighting: The number is hardly a major success given Spike’s prime time average rating for the prior week […]
Spike TV obtains rights to Glory Kickboxing
A Spike TV press release sent out this morning announced that Glory Sports International (GSI) will debut on the network starting in the Fall of 2013. Two hour kickboxing events will air in prime time on select Saturday nights. Via Spike TV press release: “We are thrilled to partner with GSI in bringing Spike TV’s […]
UFC 161 Prelims: 968,000 viewer average
The Wrestling Observer reports that last week’s UFC 161 Prelims on FX scored 968,000 viewers for a rating of 0.68. The ratings were the third lowest ever on FX. UFC 161 Prelims featured Jake Shields versus Tyron Woodley in one of the least exciting fights of the night. It did include the Fight and Submission […]
WSOF 3 gate improves
World Series of Fighting 3 posted its attendance and gate figures for last Friday night from the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. According to the Nevada State Athletic Commission, there were 2,501 in attendance to see Fitch vs. Burkman 2. for a gate of $106, 573 There were 1,107 tickets sold […]