Businessweek reports on the ongoing issue of fighter pay. It looks at the fact that while fighters are beginning to voice their opinion, there is no real solution unless Zuffa decides to do something. The article paints a picture of the fighter discontent versus Dana White’s irritated response in his proposed elimination of fight night […]
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White responds to criticism on fighter pay
MMA Junkie reports that Dana White’s solution to the complaints about UFC fighter pay is to eliminate fight bonuses. The Fight of the Night, Submission of the Night and KO of the Night would be done away with in order to compensate the lower tiered fighters. Via MMA Junkie: “You don’t like the structure? All […]
Showtime may seek MMA content
Fox Latino News reports that Showtime Networks may still be looking for an MMA organization to put on its network. Showtime Sports’ lead Stephen Espinoza indicated that they may still be interested in MMA at a press tour stop for the Maywether-Alvarez fight. Espinoza indicated that there might be too much MMA on telelvision at […]
Kennedy latest to speak out on fighter pay
The issue of fighter pay continues on as Tim Kennedy made statements about how he could make more money emptying trash cans than fighting in the UFC. Kennedy stated on the Grappletalk podcast that while he will be making $70,000 at UFC 162, he would only be taking home $20,000 after expenses. He also chastised […]
The Ultimate Fighter: China next international stop
Bloody Elbow reports that China will have a version of The Ultimate Fighter franchise. Registration and tryouts for the show will happen in multiple countries in the coming months. No coaches have been selected at the moment and Featherweights, Lightweights and Welterweights will be invited to try out although specific weight divisions for the show […]