Tag: MMA

"The opportunity to advise his new global MMA league at this stage is incredibly exciting. MMA is a global sport with enormous potential, and this group is approaching it with the right combination of ambition, respect for art and the athletes and a long-term vision."

"Who's watching this on a Monday morning? It's not Saturday night, so I think that's going to affect the global number. It's a work day."

"We have assembled a team of premium sports leaders who share our values and respect for combat sports."

"While not a direct head-to-head comparison, the viewership figures for Rousey/Carano main event tripled what the other all-female main event brought in boxing."

"This partnership with UFC marks a defining moment for bet365 as we accelerate our growth globally and deepen our commitment to sports where live action and fan engagement are inseparable."

"The streaming giant begins a three-year agreement with Major League Baseball this season."

"Most Valuable Promotions, the fighter-first outfit co-founded by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, confirmed the matchup Tuesday and formally introduced its first major push into MMA."

"Coverage begins with the prelims at 7 p.m. ET on the platform, while CBS will simulcast the final hour of the prelims from 8–9 p.m. ET. The main card follows at 9 p.m. ET, with CBS carrying the opening hour from 9–10 p.m. ET."

"Paramount Skydance’s debut marks a high-profile expansion of the UFC’s broadcast strategy following its record-breaking media deal."

"If I was told that my career was over today, I would be very upset. I don’t feel like I’ve made it, not anywhere near making it"