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Monday, August 12th, 2013Don’t look now, but there’s an argument amongst television executives as to what the exact value is in 2013 for television properties that focus on the 18-to-34 year old demographic. What will it mean for UFC in future years?
Several MMA agents looking to modify or lighten their industry footprint
Friday, August 9th, 2013With sponsorship money drying up and UFC becoming the only major ballgame in town, agents who don’t control top fighters are at a career crossroads right now.
Will Hollywood step in to crash UFC’s party with Ronda Rousey?
Wednesday, August 7th, 2013Hollywood may make Ronda Rousey’s stint in the UFC shorter than anyone expected.
How will UFC and Bellator handle potential Biogenesis scandal fallout?
Friday, August 2nd, 2013If a big name, active MMA fighter gets caught up in the Biogenesis drug scandal, how will the powers-that-be handle the fallout?
Why UFC isn’t catching on with traditional sports fans
Tuesday, July 30th, 2013The UFC continues to struggle when it comes to drawing solid ratings on broadcast/network television in the United States.
Less excited about prospects of GSP vs. Rory MacDonald?
Saturday, July 27th, 2013Two fight cards in July before the big avalanche of shows in August.
The seduction of Rampaging testosterone
Thursday, July 25th, 2013Rumors of Rampage Jackson vs. Roy Jones in a boxing fight have social media aflutter. However, ESPN’s story hook about possible MMA fighters getting caught up in the Biogenesis drug scandal is worth your attention.
Of long-term contracts and low(er) UFC PPV buy rates
Tuesday, July 23rd, 2013The PPV buy rate news for UFC in 2013 has not been great. The company is having to adjust to new economic realities.
Fox Sports 1: We won’t focus on drug usage in sports (like UFC)
Thursday, July 18th, 2013When a scandal hits the UFC in the future, will Fox Sports 1 have the guts to cover the story with aggression? Recent comments from management indicate the answer is ‘no.’
Injuries, retirements, and rematches: Just another week for the UFC
Saturday, July 13th, 2013When you are running as many fight cards as the UFC is now with their Fox television deal, there is constant chaos and upheaval.
How big is fan interest in an Anderson Silva rematch with Chris Weidman?
Tuesday, July 9th, 2013The automatic assumption is that Chris Weidman’s proposed rematch with Anderson Silva will draw huge numbers on PPV. So, why is all the focus on Anderson Silva and very little on Chris Weidman after his title win at UFC 162?
Where does the UFC really stand financially?
Monday, July 8th, 2013Given all of the turmoil in the UFC right now with fighter relations and fighters losing, where does the company stand in terms of revenue? And should the fighters be asking for more money from the Fertitta empire?
Fuel TV removes UFC Tonight video segment trashing referee Steve Mazzagatti
Thursday, June 20th, 2013The UFC’s feud with Steve Mazzagatti is getting fierce and Fox Sports decided to yank a video online that trashed the referee.
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