The Lincoln (Nebraska) Journal Star reports that a local bar owner is being sued by the UFC for allegedly pirating UFC 128 in March. The UFC is seeking damages of $260K plus attorney fees. Via the Journal Star: “It is logical to conclude that (the bar) either used an illegal satellite receiver, misrepresented their business establishment as […]
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Spike TV to counterprogram UFC on Versus this Sunday
MMA Junkie reports that Spike TV will air a marathon of UFC programming featuring Nate Marquardt. The shows will run opposite the live UFC on Versus 4 event featuring Marquardt in the main event. Via MMA Junkie: The UFC and Spike TV are in the homestretch of a multi-year contract, but UFC officials have made […]
Toronto reaps financial benefits of UFC
The Toronto Star reports on the financial success of UFC 129 in April. The UFC is finalizing an economic impact report on UFC 129 but the UFC believes its estimated $40 million impact is a conservative estimate. The article points to the fact that the UFC attracted a much needed demographic to the city. Via The Toronto […]
MMA in New York Not Happening in 2011
As predicted (and as in past years), the MMA bill has again stalled in the New York State Assembly after passing the New York Senate and overwhelmingly passing the two committees where it was debated in the Assembly–Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports Development and Codes. Unfortunately, the next committee in the process, Ways & Means, […]
Vegas tries to remain fight capitol during tough economic times
The Sports Business Journal (subscription required) reports on how Las Vegas has tried to remain the center of the fight game despite a down economy. Vegas has experienced the economic downturn more than any other city and as an example, the big fights in Vegas are no longer guaranteed cash cows. The article points to lower […]