The Hollywood Reporter reports that Ronda Rousey has signed on with talent agency William Morris. The Wrestling Observer reported that Rousey was offered a role in the Hunger Games sequel to Dana White’s chagrin. The rumors of Rousey doing movies has the UFC head concerned. He stated on “UFC Tonight” that Rousey would make more […]
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UFC 157 Salaries: Hendo leads payroll at $250K
MMA Junkie reports the payouts for UFC 157. Dan Henderson topped the list of reported salaries released by the California State Athletic Commission. The payroll for the event was $1,173,050. Via MMA Junkie: Ronda Rousey: $90,000 (includes $45,000 win bonus) def. Liz Carmouche: $12,000 Lyoto Machida: $200,000 (no win bonus) def. Dan Henderson: $250,000 Urijah […]
UFC 157 Prelims: 1.267 million
MMA Fighting reports that UFC 157 Prelims received an average 1.267 million viewers. The 2 hour show preceding the big event Saturday is average for the prelims on FX. The show was down from UFC 156’s Prelims which was the highest average for prelims on FX. The prelims for 157 included the Fight of the […]
Initial UFC 157 PPV buys show impressive debut for women’s MMA
UFC 157: Payout Perspective
Welcome to another edition of Payout Perspective. This time we take a look at UFC 157 from The Honda Center in Anaheim, California. In the main event, Ronda Rousey defeated Liz Carmouche in the first ever women’s bout in the UFC. Rousey submits Carmouche, UFC wins Saturday night’s title fight between Ronda Rousey and Liz […]