MMA Junkie reports that the UFC has a new television deal with Televisa Networks which will give it an exclusive distribution agreement to air UFC programming in 20 Spanish speaking countries in Latin America. A subscription channel with UFC content will be available later in the year. Additionally, Four events will be shown live on […]
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UFC 160 Prelims: 1.3 million
MMA Fighting reports that the UFC 160 Prelims on FX this past Saturday drew an average of 1.3 million viewers. The ratings are in line with the FX average. The Prelims featured Mike Pyle win a split decision over Rick Story. It also saw Dennis Bermudez take a win from Max Holloway. Notably, the Prelims […]
New York MMA Bill “unlikely” this year
The NY Daily News reports a scandal within the New York Assembly may spell the doom for MMA legislation in the state this year. The crux of the latest obstacle is the handling of a sexual harassment issue by Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver. Women’s groups are reportedly upset with Assembly Speaker Silver for his handling […]
Tate replaces Zingano as TUF coach opposite Rousey
Kevin Iole of Yahoo! Sports reports that Miesha Tate will replace an injured Cat Zingano to coach opposite Ronda Rousey on the next edition of The Ultimate Fighter. The announcement on Tuesday came as a surprise to Rousey as she was unaware Zingano was injured. Tate appeared as the replacement coach as filming of the […]
Cain, JDS and Hunt top UFC 160 payroll
MMA Junkie reports the salaries for UFC 160 held this past Saturday in Las Vegas. Not surprising, Cain Velasquez and Junior dos Santos topped the list with Mark Hunt getting a huge bump in pay. The total payroll as disclosed by the Nevada State Athletic Commission totaled $1,533,000. Via MMA Junkie: Champ Cain Velasquez: $400,000 […]