ESPN reports that the UFC, to no surprise, supports the expansion of legalized sports betting in the United States. UFC exec Lawrence Epstein was quoted as saying that legalized sports betting “will enhance the game as opposed to doing anything to hurt it.” Epstein also stated to ESPN about the proposed new law allowing sports […]
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Rousey signs deal with Buffalo David Bitton
Ronda Rousey has signed an endorsement deal with jeans brand Buffalo David Bitton. Rousey was interviewed about her Manhattan photo shoot for the brand. The photo shoot features some provocative shots with Rousey and a male model. Rousey’s next fight against Cat Zingano has been moved from December in Vegas to February in Los Angeles. […]
Rousey-Zingano moves to LA on February 28th
Dana White announced via Instagram on Wednesday that the Ronda Rousey-Cat Zingano fight originally announced for UFC 182 will now be the co-main event for UFC 184 set for Los Angeles on February 28, 2015. Originally set for January 3rd and to be the co-main event for Jon Jones-Daniel Cormier, Rousey gets to fight closer […]
TUF 20 Episode 5: up 280,000 viewers
The adjusted ratings for last week’s TUF 20 episode 5 drew it up another 280,000 viewers for a total of 789,000. The Live +3 numbers are an addition of 55% from the overnight rating. The episode, which featured Felice Herrig defeating Heather Jo Clark only drew 509,000 viewers in its initial running which may be […]