MMA Weekly reports that the 10th and final episode of TUF 13 scored 1.2 million viewers for a 0.9 household rating. The final episode which featured the two semifinals to determine the match-up for the finale saw a slight bump in ratings. The ratings ranged between 1 million and 1.5 million viewers. This is a […]
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UFC 130 Prelims: 1.3 million viewers
MMA Weekly reports that ratings for the “UFC Prelims” for UFC 130 on Spike TV peaked at 1.3 million viewers. The ratings dipped below the Spike TV average for prelim shows. Via MMA Weekly: The UFC 130 Prelims drew an average audience of 1.3 million viewers, which is just slightly below the average of 1.44 million. […]
WWE Tough Enough ratings remain solid: 2.5 million viewers
Last week’s episode of Tough Enough drew 2.562 million viewers according to Television by Numbers. Once again it drew a 0.9 rating for adults 18-49. The Rock made a guest appearance on last week’s show adding some spark heading into this week’s finale. Payout Perspective: The series has consistently drawn solid ratings since its debut […]
UFC eyes next television deal
The Sports Business Journal (subscription required) features an interesting piece on the UFC and the importance of its next television deal. With all of its successes, the SBJ states that nothing will be more important than its next tv deal as its contract with Spike TV ends after this year. The article brings up positive poll […]
Bisping vs. Miller next TUF coaches
Dana White announced on the Underground that next season’s TUF coaches will be Michael Bisping and Jason Miller. The hope is that Bisping and Miller’s personalities will add some punch to the reality series. Coming to the conclusion of a disappointing TUF season which saw a decrease in ratings, little drama and Brock Lesnar pulling out of his fight […]