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The UFC has never been stronger. It generates record revenues, signs lucrative broadcast deals, and remains the clear destination for most of the world’s best MMA fighters. Yet despite the sport’s continued growth, criticism of the industry’s dominant force has become increasingly common.
Entire commercial ecosystems built around combat sports, from fans and fighters, to broadcasters and pay by mobile casino and sportsbook operators covering the events, all would benefit from greater competition within the MMA promotion space.
That is why the recent news that Scott Coker has secured $60 million in funding for a new global MMA promotion is so significant. Coker has already proven he can build a viable alternative to the UFC. Under his leadership, Strikeforce developed stars, staged major events, and became influential enough to be acquired by the UFC in 2011. Rather than simply copying the market leader, Strikeforce succeeded by offering a distinct product and creating meaningful competition. If history is about to repeat itself, MMA as a whole could be the biggest winner.
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