In a surprise announcement during Saturday’s UFC 181 PPV, former WWE pro wrestler Phil Brooks (aka CM Punk) announced that he has signed with the UFC. He indicated that he would have his first in 2015. Unlike WWE pro wrestler and former UFC fighter Brock Lesnar, Brooks does not have a pedigree in a combat […]
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UFC-Reebok uniform deal worth $70M per report
Gareth Davies reports that the UFC-Reebok uniform deal announced on Tuesday is worth $70 million dollars. The 6 year pact makes Reebok the official clothier for the mixed martial arts promotion. While the deal has been described as a positive “game changer” for the UFC, it has been criticized for the elimination of all other […]
Le requests release from UFC
Cung Le requested his release from the UFC on Wednesday in an interview with Josh Gross on his podcast. The request comes as a result of the way the UFC handled his post-UFC Fight Night 48 drug test which initially claimed he tested positive for elevated levels of growth hormone. On Gross’ podcast, Le outlined […]
TUF 20 Episode 10 Live + 3 numbers up to 821,000 viewers
MMA Payout has learned from a Nielsen source that the Live +3 ratings for last week’s TUF 20 episode drew up to 821,000 viewers. Episode 10 saw a 54% increase in viewership with the adjusted numbers. It was an increase of 287,000 viewers from its overnight rating. Payout Perspective: The updated ratings bring the Live […]