By Vlad Kaganovsky Whether using Pay-Per-View buys (PPV hereafter) or TV ratings and mainstream hype as the litmus test, MMA has unquestionably surpassed boxing as the most popular fight sport. In a short span of about 10 years, the UFC, as the global ambassador of MMA, transformed itself from a bankrupt company into an organization that sells more PPVs than boxing and … [Read more...] about Boxing Incapable of Competing With MMA Powerhouse
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Belfort, Franklin set to meet at UFC 103
By Chad Wuttke Now that we've all recovered from the comedy-turned-bloodbath debut of The Ultimate Fighter 10, we can focus on UFC 103. While this main event fight doesn't jump off the screen, it is an intriguing bout that could provide a defining moment in the careers of two legendary fighters, Rich Franklin and Vitor Belfort. Rich Franklin enters this catch-weight bout … [Read more...] about Belfort, Franklin set to meet at UFC 103
UFC Media Coverage Rules- Dana’s World
By Chad Wuttke The growth of MMA has brought the sport ever closer to the mainstream, and at this critical time, the relationship between MMA promotions and the media is increasingly important. Exposure through the internet has taken a back seat to more traditional forms of media thanks to some procedural, and sometimes political, changes. Recent moves by UFC President Dana … [Read more...] about UFC Media Coverage Rules- Dana’s World
UFC 102: Nogueria, Couture put on a show
By Chad Wuttke Heavy leather and broken records were on tap at UFC 102 in Portland, Oregon. Now that the Rose Garden roof is repaired, after being blown off by Saturday night's main event, we can take a deep breath and look at what it means for some of these fighters. In the main event, a highly motivated Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira put his UFC 92 performance against Frank … [Read more...] about UFC 102: Nogueria, Couture put on a show