UFC head Dana White has threatened to cease holding events in the state of California if a controversial piece of legislation passes in the state. Assembly Bill 2100 was introduced last Wednesday and is supported by the Culinary Workers Union while opposed by the UFC among others. Via San Jose Mercury: (Assembly member Luis) Alejo […]
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Blue Chip Sponsor Anheuser-Busch Warns UFC About Fighters’ Sexist, Homophobic Comments
AdvertisingAge reports that Anheuser-Busch, a major blue chip sponsor for the UFC, has “reprimanded the mixed-martial arts organization for remarks made by some fighters”. Multiple advocacy groups have recently criticized UFC employees and fighters for using comments described as “sexist and homophobic.” A-B recently released a press release which stated the following: “We’ve communicated […]
Diaz sues Nevada State Athletic Commission
MMA Fighting reports that Nick Diaz has filed a lawsuit against the Nevada State Athletic Commission. In addition, Diaz’s attorney filed a preliminary injunction which would stay Diaz’s suspension related to his failed drug test from UFC 143. Via MMA Fighting: The suit is asking the court to immediately stay the summary suspension handed out […]
UFC 145 Salaries: Jones, Evans and Rothwell top payroll
MMA Junkie reports the salaries for UFC 145 as released by the Georgia Athletic and Entertainment Commission. Jon Jones and Rashad Evans were at the top of the $1.2 million payroll. Via MMA Junkie: Champ Jon Jones: $400,000 (no win bonus) def. Rashad Evans: $300,000 Rory MacDonald: $36,000 (includes $18,000 win bonus) def. Che Mills: […]