The Sports Business Journal reports that the UFC and DGital Media have struck a deal in which the company will launch a twice-a-week podcast featuring UFC President Dana White, fighters from the company and other notable figures. Financial terms of the multiyear deal were not disclosed however SBJ reports that the companies will split advertising […]
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UFC Fight Night attendance, gate and bonuses
UFC Fight Night 88 drew 5,193 for a live gate of $359,000 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. Headliner Cody Garbrandt led the list of bonus winners. The attendance, gate and bonuses were announced at the post-fight press conference. Cody Garbrandt, Jake Collier, Jeremy Stephens and Renan Barao earned the $50,000 fight […]
Amendment to Ali Act introduced on Thursday
The much-anticipated bill seeking to amend the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act was introduced by Oklahoma congressman Markwayne Mullin this past Thursday. No text of the act which would amend the current law is available for the public but one would think that this should be available soon. Democrat Joseph Kennedy is co-sponsoring the bill. […]
TUF 23 Episode 6: 444,000 viewers
The sixth episode of The Ultimate Fighter 23 drew 444,000 viewers per Sports TV Ratings. It shows an increase of approximately 19%. The fight of the episode was Eric Spicely as he defeated Elias Urbina. According to Sports TV Ratings, the episode drew 256,000 viewers in the adult 18-49 demo. The ratings reflect an increase […]
Bellator MMA sued for wrongful termination
Zachery Light has filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court against Bellator MMA and Viacom citing wrongful termination based on public policy. Light, a former MMA fighter and employee of Bellator, claims various wrongdoings while working under Scott Coker. The lawsuit was filed on Tuesday by Light’s attorney, William Crosby. Light, a former amateur […]