Another year, another last minute issue with the main event of the International Fight Week PPV. Amanda Nunes was hospitalized and Dana White confirmed that the title fight with Valentina Shevchenko is off. The UFC issued a release which includes a sentence noting that customers may request a full refund for their tickets. The new main […]
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TUF Finale 25 attendance, gate and bonuses
Justin Gaethje’s UFC debut was likely one of the best in the history of the company. Gaethje drew two bonuses for his main event stoppage of Michael Johnson at the TUF 25 Finale Friday night at the T-Mobile Arena. Gaethje drew a Performance bonus and along with Michael Johnson earned Fight of the Nihgt. Tecia […]
TUF 25 Episode 12 draws 408,000 viewers on FS1
The Ultimate Fighter 25 Episode 12 drew 408,000 viewers on FS1 Wednesday night according to Nielsen via ShowBuzz Daily. In the season finale of TUF 25, Jesse Taylor defeated James Krause via submission to earn a shot at redemption and a fight Friday at the TUF 25 Finale against Diego Lhima. For Taylor, the return […]
Updated ratings for TUF 25 through Episode 11
The Ultimate Fighter 25 has improved in its DVR ratings in the last several episodes. Although Episode 12 ratings have yet to be reported, the adjusted ratings for the last two episodes show marked improvement. Episode 10 drew 705,000 viewers in adjusted viewership ratings to include DVR viewership. It exceeded TUF 24’s DVR #s for […]
UFC announces partnership with Legends Hospitality
The UFC announced its first-ever global retail partnership with Legends Hospitality via press release on Thursday. The company, with offices in New York and Los Angeles will serve as the retailing partner to manage UFC retail shops at all events and fan experiences domestic and international. The deal was negotiated by IMG. Legends works with […]