#  @FightOpinion Fight Opinion
Fight Opinion posts on X about ufc, $dan, business, japan the most. They currently have [-----] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours.
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### Social Influence
**Social category influence**
[ufc](/list/ufc) #3200 [countries](/list/countries) 9.94% [finance](/list/finance) 8.07% [celebrities](/list/celebrities) 7.45% [social networks](/list/social-networks) 6.21% [stocks](/list/stocks) 4.97% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) 3.73% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) 3.73% [pga golfers](/list/pga-golfers) 3.11% [cryptocurrencies](/list/cryptocurrencies) 1.24%
**Social topic influence**
[ufc](/topic/ufc) #1245, [$dan](/topic/$dan) #918, [business](/topic/business) 10.56%, [japan](/topic/japan) 8.07%, [media](/topic/media) 7.45%, [white](/topic/white) 6.21%, [wwe](/topic/wwe) 6.21%, [in the](/topic/in-the) 5.59%, [if you](/topic/if-you) 4.97%, [fans](/topic/fans) 4.97%
**Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by**
[@fredgarvinreal](/creator/undefined) [@davidmiz282](/creator/undefined) [@robnashville](/creator/undefined) [@heynottheface](/creator/undefined) [@wrestlegraphs](/creator/undefined) [@kidnate](/creator/undefined) [@pound4our4pound](/creator/undefined) [@scottbarrettufc](/creator/undefined) [@lcombatsports](/creator/undefined) [@benfowlkesmma](/creator/undefined) [@freedom250](/creator/undefined) [@ufc](/creator/undefined) [@unextfight](/creator/undefined) [@roylucier](/creator/undefined) [@allancheapshot](/creator/undefined) [@smuehlhausenjr](/creator/undefined) [@murphs56](/creator/undefined) [@captgrapedrink](/creator/undefined) [@mikeheckjr](/creator/undefined) [@erichterrr](/creator/undefined)
**Top assets mentioned**
[Dana Incorporated (DAN)](/topic/$dan) [Toko Token (TKO)](/topic/$tko) [Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (EDR)](/topic/$edr)
### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours
"Once an agreement is reached between AEW & WBD all I ask for is the writers who pushed AEW TV deal stories to publish the actual contract from start to finish. No selective leaks or half-truths. You've spent an inordinate amount of time helping a billionaire negotiate publicly"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1835930572226785751) 2024-09-17T06:35Z [----] followers, 29.1K engagements
"The true value of RIZIN is that it's managed to create an insulated ecosystem that UFC struggles to interfere with. The way UFC rushed Kai Asakura right into the meat grinder was as huge a mistake diplomatically as it was substantively. I could write [-----] words about it. RIZIN sold out Saitama super arena with 37K people on a new years eve. Yet Dana couldn't sell out 20k capacity in T-Mobile arena This is what happens when you overprice tickets can't make decent posters and can't promote except for making an instagram reel with "WHATS UP GUYS" https://t.co/GKP0eXXlgq RIZIN sold out Saitama"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2006545974366515494) 2026-01-01T02:00Z [----] followers, 26.5K engagements
"A new class-action lawsuit has been filed against Endeavor Group Holdings regarding their $27.50/share take-private transaction. The suit claims California jurisdiction because EDR is in Beverly Hills and Silver Lake in Menlo Park. Very detailed 93-page filing includes this:"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2013836556709040339) 2026-01-21T04:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"I mentioned earlier the Altshares class action lawsuit against Endeavor over their take-private stock transaction. Who cares about billionaires making hundreds of millions on TKO You might care if you realize what part your fan support is playing in this larger-than-life world"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2016026933331689658) 2026-01-27T05:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"I challenge you to read some of this Altshares court lawsuit document against Endeavor. Never in a million years could you ever imagine that world leaders dictators and Silicon Valley would be fighting to suck out cash over combat sports. https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72157370/altshares-event-driven-etf-v-endeavor-group-holdings-inc/ https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72157370/altshares-event-driven-etf-v-endeavor-group-holdings-inc/"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2016027294889062404) 2026-01-27T05:55Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Type in "Martin Edelman" or "Marty Edelman" in the DOJ Epstein Library search and discover e-mails including one from Andrew Farkas about a high-interest "rescue capital" Dubai fund. Don't know Marty Edelman A big player in UFC and Trump's history. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/ufcs-bizarre-connection-to-trumps https://www.themmadraw.com/p/ufcs-bizarre-connection-to-trumps"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2017725009620512903) 2026-01-31T22:21Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Seems like Jeffrey Epstein & assistant Lesley Groff mentioned Marty Edelman's name in various e-mails (as published by the DOJ). Here's an Andrew Farkas e-mail about prospective Edelman ownership in a Dubai distressed $ fund. Frank & Lorenzo Fertitta introduced Edelman to Ari"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2017725010832724109) 2026-01-31T22:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"This item is about a recent bankruptcy filing in Florida and claims/counterclaims between Jarrell Miller and his old promoter Dmitry Salita. What the BK ruling demonstrates is the kind of power a BK court can have regarding how long matching rights can extend after BK is filed. More on exclusive negotiating windows matching rights rights of last refusal etc. Recent opinion (January 2026) for an adversary proceeding (fighter filed for bk). The bankruptcy adds a wrinklethe promotional agreement was an executory contract. The case is: 25-01111-EPK. https://t.co/EZ9VjeNZ2g More on exclusive"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2018252898019471434) 2026-02-02T09:19Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"The larger problem for those arguing against the current TKO structure is that nobody: a) wants to say the names of those in charge b) address the underpinning financial and political institutions supporting it c) discuss how UFC is utilized in context of global governance The fighter pay debate isnt new and it isnt going away anytime soon. Great perspective from @benfowlkesMMA on why we continue to bring it up Fighters live such a mayfly existence. So much of a careers arc happens in just a few years really. As a result it feels like https://t.co/0WFYLVQsUV The fighter pay debate isnt new"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2018765115374653494) 2026-02-03T19:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"For example our recent MMA Draw article on Marty Edelman and Trump's new Board of Peace. How many writers know who Marty Edelman is How many are even willing to say his name or address his ties to the Fertittas and Ari We are living in a new world. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/ufcs-bizarre-connection-to-trumps https://www.themmadraw.com/p/ufcs-bizarre-connection-to-trumps"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2018765116767191542) 2026-02-03T19:14Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"The much larger question that should be asked and analyzed is why TKO has decided that Dana White in [----] is their most worthy corporate brand ambassador. Doesn't go to all the UFC fights doesn't sell fights particularly well and isn't very persuasive on the media circuit. What Kellerman said about MMA rules changes is BS. Yes Zuffa ran to regulation but SEG's UFC was already regulated by New Jersey after California passed the rules that became the backbone of modern MMA. So Max sounds very stupid here. #zuffamythneverdie What Kellerman said about MMA rules changes is BS. Yes Zuffa ran to"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2018808785939370329) 2026-02-03T22:08Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Judge Boulware now asking questions of Dana White. Night and day difference between Boulware and Dell'Angelo. Dana admits communicating with fighters on phone and text message. Instagram is his primary communication and uses WhatsApp this year since joining META board"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019106353898483764) 2026-02-04T17:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Dana White said he didn't talk business on Instagram. Judge Boulware brings up Conor McGregor messages. Dana said Instagram wasn't his primary mode of talking with fighters"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019106645071261841) 2026-02-04T17:51Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
""It would start with Hunter Campbell." Since WME sale "we have a lot of lawyers now" regarding new UFC contract terms added. Judge Boulware asked Dana if he reviewed or approved new written contracts and Dana said no"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019156766161055859) 2026-02-04T21:11Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
""Why would you be communicating with Conor McGregor on Instagram" Dana said it was more a personal thing but Conor did reach out to him to fight on the White House card. Dana said some other fighters hit him up on Instagram yes. Denies UFC business conducted on IG"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019157015088726079) 2026-02-04T21:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Dell'Angelo mentions Kevin Iole's name to Dana White in regards to UFC coverage. Dana asked about talking to Iole. "Possibly yeah." Dell'Angelo is extremely slow and stiff in questioning"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019161124667850820) 2026-02-04T21:28Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Dell'Angelo producing e-mail from Johnson litigation from Hunter Campbell. Subject line was Tony Ferguson. February [--] [----]. Dana said Tony hit him up and he forwards it to "the boys" to handle it. Dell'Angelo establishing Dana had communications with fighters after 2017"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019161845148622918) 2026-02-04T21:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Judge Boulware is asking Tracy Long about missing information regarding her phone. She said she was made aware of this either the end of '25 or early '26 regarding missing messages"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019176972170240029) 2026-02-04T22:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Judge Boulware asking Tracy Long about requesting messages from Verizon. Prior to last year did she ever request from Verizon her past messages Tracy said her phone was frequently turned over to Colby (Williams). Boulware asked if a UFC employee did the same Ryan Palmer IT"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019177554733879370) 2026-02-04T22:33Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Tracy Long told Judge Boulware that her phone was "always under a lit(igation) hold." "Did you ever direct anyone to download or to separately save your text message or communications" "I have not.""
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019179312214413394) 2026-02-04T22:40Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Judge Boulware is asking Tracy Long if Ryan Palmer from UFC IT did anything other than establish app settings on her phone. Patrick Madden is trying to establish what Palmer did for information transfer versus what a Verizon store did"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019179725944483994) 2026-02-04T22:42Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Patrick Madden is trying to establish a chain-of-custody matter regarding Tracy Long's past and present phone usage in relation to UFC legal and Zuffa's retention policy. Judge Boulware asking about what contents Tracy didn't consent to give to UFC regarding litigation. Sidebar"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019182400559829261) 2026-02-04T22:52Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Patrick Madden asking about nuances regarding Zuffa retention policy for employee phones in regular use vs. those under litigation hold. Tracy Long can read her UFC office emails on her phone via Outlook. She did not check retention settings on her phones Ryan Palmer did"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019183707597496607) 2026-02-04T22:58Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"In June [--] [----] exchange with Hunter Campbell Tracy Long is asked about Ilia Topuria. Hunter directed her to call Malki (FRM). Boulware asking her how many fighters FRM manages. "Chat with Malki Kawa." June [--] [----]. Discussing negotiations with Hunter"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019185920608727476) 2026-02-04T23:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Missed Dana White's testimony today in the UFC antitrust case in Judge Richard Boulware's courtroom Lots of weird and wacky items including a supposed last-minute contractual hold-up involving Ilia Topuria before his fight with Charles Oliveira. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/dana-white-breaks-kayfabe-under-oath https://www.themmadraw.com/p/dana-white-breaks-kayfabe-under-oath"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019252798257525043) 2026-02-05T03:32Z [----] followers, 546.7K engagements
"We are on the call for Day [--] of the evidence spoliation hearings in Judge Richard Boulware's courtroom for UFC antitrust litigation. Audio is live on Zoom from Judge Boulware's federal district courtroom in Nevada. #UFC antitrust testimony coming up. Follow @fightopinion too. Hunter Campbell to testify today. https://t.co/KRYu0euwzg Audio is live on Zoom from Judge Boulware's federal district courtroom in Nevada. #UFC antitrust testimony coming up. Follow @fightopinion too. Hunter Campbell to testify today. https://t.co/KRYu0euwzg"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019457495249666364) 2026-02-05T17:06Z [----] followers, 26.5K engagements
"Judge Boulware declares that UFC's handling of older phones is sanctionable conduct. "I am deeply concerned about this process." Judge will wait until the motion for sanctions hearing before a final determination. His number one priority is obtain the phone information"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019486473339236520) 2026-02-05T19:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Hunter Campbell admits under oath that Mick Maynard was upset about turning over his phone for UFC data/retention collection"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019496260777246994) 2026-02-05T19:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Judge Boulware asking Hunter Campbell about who is responsible for determining UFC fighter compensation. From [----] to [----] who was involved Hunter Sean Shelby and Mick Maynard. Who decided the final contract terms The three of them. Hunter with ultimate approval authority"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019514843712356856) 2026-02-05T20:53Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Hunter Campbell said he oversees six or seven departments at UFC including matchmaking. He sees himself as the GM. Sean and Mick are focused on talent development. In Top [--] or Top [--] or title fights Hunter's heavily involved. Venues locations site fees plans card structure"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019515237410697457) 2026-02-05T20:55Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Dell'Angelo asked if UFC reported Ari Emanuel's relative to the police for Dana White's phone being stolen Not that Hunter is aware of. Boulware asked if there were other phones in the area where Dana White's phone was stolen There were other phones in the area"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019534905173291123) 2026-02-05T22:13Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Dell'Angelo asked Hunter if he used his old phone number for conducting UFC business. Hunter said he may have during his first year transition into his new job at UFC. Exhibit [--] introduced (Hunter comms. to Audie Attar and Tracy Long.) Feb [--] [----] e-mail. Older signature block"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019543247081906242) 2026-02-05T22:46Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Dell'Angelo introduced Exhibit [--] from UFC-produced discovery. Text message between Hunter and Nate Diaz (April [--] 2022). [--] number in signature block. Dell'Angelo establishing that Hunter was continuing UFC business on his [--] number"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019543897115140607) 2026-02-05T22:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Dell'Angelo attempting to establish Hunter used multiple phone numbers in UFC-related communication and had an obligation to preserve records on all devices. June [----] text chain. Someone (Dana) said "They're taking my phone too and they can suck a big fat expletive.""
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019548114315788752) 2026-02-05T23:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Hunter Campbell asked if he was responsible for sending litigation holds when the Kajan Johnson lawsuit was filed. Hunter said someone else would be in charge of drafting and sending such a letter"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019549660675993854) 2026-02-05T23:12Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Colby Williams asking about Ari Emanuel's relative ("the runner") and UFC office theft. Colby setting up Hunter to talk about other phones that may have been stolen. Hunter tells Judge Boulware about Ron Williams (security) and Ryan Palmer (UFC IT). Unopened cell phone recovered"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019550044106699183) 2026-02-05T23:13Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Judge Boulware moves on to Tracy Long's testimony and asks Hunter about where the copies of those contracts are saved. Is there at UFC digitally a fighter file for each fighter that would contain all the fight contracts they have signed Hunter said he deals with hard copies"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019552861689114845) 2026-02-05T23:24Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Judge Boulware asked Hunter about what happens to the draft regarding fighter negotiations is it saved to the file Hunter mentions country-specific draft changes to Alexander Volkanovski's new deal. Mark-up path via e-mail or text. Hunter mentioning day to day complications"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019553616835801195) 2026-02-05T23:27Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"My big takeaway from this development is that America250 the troubled governmental commission might not have been able to grab enough money via Appropriations to pay for all the things Trump wants to do for 4th of July. Hence Freedom250. SCOOP: @Freedom250 the group launched by Trump to oversee projects including the @UFC fight on the WH lawn & his arch overlooking DC is offering access to him for donors who give $1M. For $2.5M donors can speak at the national July [--] celebration. https://t.co/kcp0RNqLl1 SCOOP: @Freedom250 the group launched by Trump to oversee projects including the @UFC"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2020630908756545709) 2026-02-08T22:48Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"1999 was a fever dream for Choshu in New Japan. He basically married himself to Onita (Kensuke fireball Chono driving a hummer at the Tokyo Dome) a couple of years after humiliating UWF & Big Japan. Tenryu damaged his neck vs. Muto. Inoki had his venture with Hashimoto & Ogawa. There's this myth that goes around that all Japanese fans are quiet and polite and only react with clapping at pro wrestling events. Nothing could be further from the truth. Atsushi Onita was so damn hated in early [----] in New Japan he brought out the worst in these fans. Here https://t.co/x4j7KWtytN There's this myth"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2020648791372890590) 2026-02-08T23:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@robnashville Going to be a rough night for Dana White's bottom line after this Super Bowl"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2020709101869920701) 2026-02-09T03:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@robnashville @heynottheface The same Live Nation that Ari Emanuel & Mark Shapiro were former board members before Biden's DOJ signaled antitrust concerns https://deadline.com/2021/06/ari-emanuel-resigns-live-nation-doj-antitrust-1234778605/ https://deadline.com/2021/06/ari-emanuel-resigns-live-nation-doj-antitrust-1234778605/"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2020790937631215984) 2026-02-09T09:24Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Pancrase [----] events on UFC Fight Pass. PANCRASEUFC Fight Pass8π₯π₯π₯ PANCRASE BLOOD.9LIVEπ‘π₯ 2026UFC Fight Pass https://t.co/BIw40e3BGi #pancraseblood9 π211(/) π @UNEXT_fight https://t.co/O9y5p5QgBk PANCRASEUFC Fight Pass8π₯π₯π₯ PANCRASE BLOOD.9LIVEπ‘π₯ 2026UFC Fight Pass https://t.co/BIw40e3BGi #pancraseblood9 π211(/) π @UNEXT_fight https://t.co/O9y5p5QgBk"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2021097553811603793) 2026-02-10T05:43Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"This is why Judge Richard Boulware (long ago) made a determination that he was the last man standing to confront UFC/TKO on antitrust. Ari & company remain all-in on UFC White House. It's how they navigate Life After Trump that is the next big story. The No. [--] at DOJ antitrust just quit. Lots of turnover as tensions simmer between line trustbusters and Trump brass https://t.co/yhbWbakCsc The No. [--] at DOJ antitrust just quit. Lots of turnover as tensions simmer between line trustbusters and Trump brass https://t.co/yhbWbakCsc"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2021138799598964893) 2026-02-10T08:26Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@WrestleGraphs There are very few institutional players backing TKO who believe that *any* consequence will flow from Judge Richard Boulware's courtroom against UFC. And even if injunctive relief happens who's positioned to take advantage of it I don't necessarily agree with this though"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2021380451898884187) 2026-02-11T00:27Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"TKO going ahead with Zuffa Boxing title belts before the Ali Revival Act gets passed. UFC legal team largely confident that Judge Boulware can't find a way to get to Level [--] sanctions under FRCP Rule 37e for missing evidence in antitrust. Mark & Ari gloating Super Bowl week"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2021385855345311993) 2026-02-11T00:48Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"If you are curious how Judge Boulware may find a pathway to initiate Level [--] FRCP Rule 37e sanctions on UFC over missing evidence in UFC antitrust case I lay out this possible scenario on the latest MMA Draw podcast. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/nate-and-zach-review-judge-boulware https://www.themmadraw.com/p/nate-and-zach-review-judge-boulware"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2021386332694774099) 2026-02-11T00:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"A key component to Judge Boulware's sanctions determination under FRCP Rule 37(e) is whether or not the plaintiffs have aggressively pursued discovery they can't obtain directly from UFC through third parties. Those third parties include Ali Abdelaziz and Iridium. Buckle up. After an apparently "revolt" by Ali Abdelaziz Dominance MMA is refusing to comply with discovery requests in Johnson v Zuffa. Plaintiffs are asking court to hold Dominance in contempt compel production and order Dominance to pay legal fees. https://t.co/YLdycI2H9X After an apparently "revolt" by Ali Abdelaziz Dominance"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2021399021907214389) 2026-02-11T01:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Maybe Dana White can tell Judge Boulware all about this UFC White House meeting after it is completed. Or will be that covered by Executive Privilege Dana White on IG Live just now: I am now heading into matchmaking for the White House. Starts right now. #UFC #UFCWhiteHouse Dana White on IG Live just now: I am now heading into matchmaking for the White House. Starts right now. #UFC #UFCWhiteHouse"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2021408628159459565) 2026-02-11T02:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@FredGarvinReal The Small case reflected pre-2015 Ninth Circuit standards on Rule 37(e) threshold versus post-2015 standards. Amendment to Rule 37(e) in [----] brought the new intent to deprive standard. I think there is a pathway that exists to meet that burden"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2021473067193741706) 2026-02-11T06:35Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@FredGarvinReal Dana White matchmaking claims were skillfully left alone by Plaintiffs during Judge Boulware's questioning last week especially with non-stop hype for UFC White House. It was too easy. The bigger question is whether the Court declares Colby Williams a fact witness DQ'ing him"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2021523255497265196) 2026-02-11T09:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Quick update on Vergil Ortiz lawsuit vs. Golden Boy in Las Vegas Federal court: GB filed three motions on Wednesday (motion to compel arbitration motion to dismiss TRO). This is separate from their California state court lawsuit vs. Rick Mirigian. Didn't show up for Congressional hearing on Ali Revival Act. Office foreclosure in LA. Vergil Ortiz lawsuit. DAZN negotiations. Swerve TV deal. Not only is Golden Boy fighting for survival it seems Oscar doesn't even know what kind of asymmetrical fight he is facing with TKO. Didn't show up for Congressional hearing on Ali Revival Act. Office"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2021896616157098195) 2026-02-12T10:38Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Eric Cramer (of Berger Montague) was correct in his assessment that if there is any movement on US antitrust that it will be firms like his - and Joe Saveri's - who will be doing the heavy lifting. The problem is speed. The Mike Davis DC drama is highlighting this ugly truth"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2022156320103968987) 2026-02-13T03:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"When Katsuyori Shibata had his fateful match with Kazuchika Okada in [----] Mr. Shibata revealed he had been counting down the days before retiring from wrestling. After the severe injury it re-ignited his desire to get back into wrestling shape by pushing training boundaries"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1731165560334110781) 2023-12-03T04:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"In two minutes Oscar de la Hoya managed to somehow a) underestimate the threat of extinction the Ali Revival Act presents to Golden Boy b) give public relations cover to TKO c) pretend KSA is going to keep funding all sides and d) give legitimacy to Hearn/Dana "feud." Oscar De La Hoya reacts to the growing tension between Eddie Hearn and Dana White: "Eddie shouldn't worry about it whatsoever. What Zuffa is doing is totally separate from what we're gonna do or what we've been doing. You're having precious contenders who I know can become https://t.co/EL8P8AIZ9F Oscar De La Hoya reacts to the"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1980357017358450834) 2025-10-20T19:34Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Judge Boulware asking Tracy Long about her awareness of missing text messages. Long said she had to sit on hold for Verizon for three hours. Billed to her husband monthly. Zuffa used to reimburse but not any longer. Madden is asking about BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policy"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019178200522453312) 2026-02-04T22:36Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Tracy Long says she doesn't use Instagram other than workouts. Not used for UFC business. Used WhatsApp to talk to two managers. "Not something I look at." Asked about her retention settings on apps Ryan Palmer of UFC IT helped"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2019178720117055909) 2026-02-04T22:38Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"I remember a year ago discussing with one of my most trusted friends (and smartest people in the fight business) that Ari Emanuel was obsessed with the LA [--] Olympics and would find some way some how to gain control. What fortuitous timing with Casey Wasserman/Jeffrey Epstein"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2021804032961269948) 2026-02-12T04:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"All of a sudden from TKO's orbit it's the same "boxing is dying" sales pitch to market whatever venture they're in next. Here's Mike Tyson pushing his own amateur boxing invitational in Las Vegas. https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/47923679/tyson-troubled-state-boxing-starts-amateur-invitational https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/47923679/tyson-troubled-state-boxing-starts-amateur-invitational"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2022474839404191771) 2026-02-14T00:55Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"What's interesting about this Tyson invitational in Las Vegas in mid-March is that I do not see anything about this event scheduling in the latest Nevada Athletic Commission meeting agenda document"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2022476447420682346) 2026-02-14T01:02Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@roylucier Looks like the copyright cookie monster got a hold of it"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2022625117181022677) 2026-02-14T10:53Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"@allan_cheapshot Shinpei was a guest commentator for the SWS 12/12/1991 Tokyo Dome event. For those who remember watching that WOWOW video he was sporting a neck brace and joked about receiving a double lariat. Shinpei loved Ultimo Dragon. He was there for Tenryu vs. Hogan"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2023050336362222004) 2026-02-15T15:02Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"There is a new generation of MMA fans that had no idea about how big MMA was on New Year's Eve in Japan and what it meant to everyone in the world"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1601164898104659968) 2022-12-09T10:40Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Compare and contrast Dana White's aggressiveness as UFC hype man for Cain Velasquez vs. Junior dos Santos compared to UFC's launch on Paramount Plus in [----]. Notice how media now thinks it is safe to diminish Dana White as a brand ambassador The MMA Draw was years ahead"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2012310934132265198) 2026-01-16T23:48Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@SMuehlhausenJr We are going to find out how quickly current boxing fans approach TKO's take-it-or-leave-it mentality. Kind of interesting to watch how much less resistance there is from UFC fans as opposed to WWE or boxing customers"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2023320635628535828) 2026-02-16T08:56Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"If competing means having the US Congress write custom legislation just for your Zuffa Boxing "league" Dana is absolutely right. Nobody else has ever built a political mercenary like TKO. Amusing to see TKO utilize the rodeo clown strategy to try to distract other promoters. Dana White: The sport has been out there for over [---] years and there's plenty of guys that are involved in the sport. There's plenty of money in the sport. Eddie Hearn and his dad have a lot of money. It's not like they can't compete. They can't compete cause they don't know how https://t.co/H0i8yL2JnX Dana White: The"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2023323086586819036) 2026-02-16T09:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Good news: Jeffrey Epstein couldn't ingratiate himself in the world of UFC. Lorenzo & Frank Fertitta didn't play ball. Neither did Joe Rogan. Bad news: Epstein tried. He really really tried. It's scary how he navigated finance aviation and academia. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/jeffrey-epstein-wanted-fertitta-planes https://www.themmadraw.com/p/jeffrey-epstein-wanted-fertitta-planes"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2023432955658695063) 2026-02-16T16:23Z [----] followers, 16.9K engagements
"@WrestleGraphs I was relieved that I could produce the conclusion to this article I wrote. I did not want to write any sort of article establishing connections between UFC to Jeffrey Epstein. That is really good news. It's bad news to see the sheer number of people who were connected elsewhere"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2023437287380681169) 2026-02-16T16:40Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"This post is a great ad for our new MMA Draw podcast today from @kidnate and I begging people to stop blaming Tom Aspinall for UFC Heavyweight division woes. It's not his fault. Six months ago he was a hero. Then Dana refused to vigorously support him. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/dont-blame-tom-aspinall-for-ufcs Curling has harsher penalties for poking a stone than the UFC has for poking an eye. https://t.co/ia1R21AC7Z https://www.themmadraw.com/p/dont-blame-tom-aspinall-for-ufcs Curling has harsher penalties for poking a stone than the UFC has for poking an eye. https://t.co/ia1R21AC7Z"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2023439797260550576) 2026-02-16T16:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"I think a lot of people are misreading the room regarding Chatri ONE and Japan. We are dramatically seeing a sea change in the MMA landscape regarding attitudes toward Japan. This is being spear-headed by the "Japanese Jordan Breen" Yuji Kitano at ABEMA. Let me explain. https://t.co/N0O4wxNDQf https://t.co/N0O4wxNDQf"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1751779829782077517) 2024-01-29T01:30Z [----] followers, 18K engagements
"Nobody in "the media" has stopped Dana even after the Cabo slap. Who's left in "the media" that's adversarial to UFC The $ is dried up. With the antitrust settlement everyone is hitting the exits. This is why a rebuilding of reader-oriented MMA coverage is so important. Dana White talks his complete hatred for the media these days. If you're an athlete or your running sports organizations whatever you do Sports Business Journal and you do podcasts. That's it. Full podcast here: https://t.co/Hod9iRHq5X https://t.co/U6fXM3SyCy Dana White talks his complete hatred for the media these days. If"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1773051038729150559) 2024-03-27T18:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"In a Saturday morning post attributed on Facebook to James Krause the post claims that Mr. Krause is allegedly $5 million in debt but that it's real estate-based & that he is supposedly involved in a "real estate coaching group." Was there a gambling inquiry or not Closed"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1774096732177187203) 2024-03-30T15:29Z [----] followers, 26.7K engagements
"Google Trends is indicating that interest in #UFC300 is approximately [--] times higher than Wrestlemania XL last week which did record numbers on Peacock"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1779308810605342886) 2024-04-14T00:40Z [----] followers, 17.2K engagements
"This is why $TKO is becoming a full-fledged government contractor w/ UFC & WWE events. Politicians can buy off voters with events & not leave fingerprints like an ugly stadium rotting [--] years later. It's also why people need to wake up on the Texas "trade secrets" lawsuit NOW. Paul Levesque at the press conference says he'll be looking heavily into Italy hinting at a PLE in the future there. He mentions London Mayor Sadiq Khan's re-election. Levesque says "We should talk." Paul Levesque at the press conference says he'll be looking heavily into Italy hinting at a PLE in the future there. He"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1786884818938343928) 2024-05-04T22:25Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Earlier today at The MMA Draw newsletter site I wrote about how Texas is hiding details on UFC & WWE contracts to taxpayers. One of their defenses is that the info would be "intimate and highly embarrassing." Politicians buy these deals because it's buying access. See: Missouri"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1790921180297433129) 2024-05-16T01:44Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Masahiro Chono says that New Japan should focus on gaining market share in Asia rather than focusing on America because AEW & WWE are deep-pocketed black ships. WEB https://t.co/uBMd83WKV5 WEB https://t.co/uBMd83WKV5"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1805120730180292953) 2024-06-24T06:08Z [----] followers, 21.1K engagements
"It's the silent dog that's not barking in all of these discussion about AEW's TV future: sponsorships. AEW can't recruit blue chips. Their show + fans have limited appeal. AEW struggles selling their own goods so why would a sponsor think AEW could market their product the CEO out here begging for Partnerships. Question: why didn't she already have one Who handles this stuff over at AEW because this was an airball.gotta get your biggest talent involved in cross-cultural promotion. Give the millions of (fake) stan accounts what they want the CEO out here begging for Partnerships. Question: why"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1818392724615155720) 2024-07-30T21:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The RIZIN steroid controversy isn't like an old fashioned yakuza scandal. It's not even a fight fixing problem. The complete lack of knowledge about steroid and fight culture is blowing up because RIZIN has a newer social media-based audience with Breaking Down"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1830343286482952394) 2024-09-01T20:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@Murphs56 The reaction in Japan has been universal praise for Giulia's WWE introduction. It really is crazy to see how many Japanese fans are wanting her to become Ichiro or Ohtani. This is a much different feeling of home expectations and pressure than any of the other Japanese talents"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1830493583289295349) 2024-09-02T06:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Ren Hiramoto is denying the doping allegations leveled against him. Here he is accompanied with his two attorneys at the Monday night press conference. [--] https://t.co/OX7DHwzWSP [--] https://t.co/OX7DHwzWSP"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1830537748224037322) 2024-09-02T09:26Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Tonight was a perfect example why Tony Khan and AEW will never be able to consistently recruit blue chip sponsors. Going to be some interesting discussions in WBD circles on Monday and rightfully so"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1832634302707777736) 2024-09-08T04:17Z [----] followers, 102.6K engagements
"Every wrestling gadfly keeps promising that $WBD is going to give record cash to AEW for rights renewal. You know what the NBA NFL NCAA and even the WNBA offer The ability to attract sponsorship because of the right demographics. AEW has no broad appeal to sponsors. None"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1832638074091622811) 2024-09-08T04:32Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@CaptGrapeDrink One-off sponsorship deals. Not the kind of sponsorship deals that make the difference for a company being profitable or very profitable"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1832641292519579967) 2024-09-08T04:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Reading the comments to Karim's article about the UFC/Trump [---] White House tag team is depressing. It's the usual comments section you would see on Youtube. As we saw with MMA Guru's audience most people don't even know who owns UFC. Even fewer get what Ari Emanuel is up to. The UFC used its cultural influence and platform to help propel Trump back into the White House something I warned would happen. Heres why you can no longer ignore the cagefighting organization's political cloutand what it could mean for the future https://t.co/2G5Riddilx The UFC used its cultural influence and platform"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1854446076176322726) 2024-11-07T08:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The amount of people who don't know that Ari Emanuel runs UFC is staggering. About 99.99% of the population has no clue that the Fertittas & Ari have extracted billions of dollars from banks by loaning against UFC as an asset to pay themselves & friends. Total fear in media. @heynottheface Not only are they cash profitable they raised debt to pay senior management bonuses while stagnating athlete wages I know you already know But this really puts their financial position in perspective for people that are unaware @heynottheface Not only are they cash profitable they raised debt to pay senior"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1858543782037496108) 2024-11-18T16:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"An update on #UFC310 ticket sales for T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas: they're really bad. Markdowns are already happening. $1200 seats down to $1000. $1000 seats down to $750. Even with papering this could get real ugly. The erosion of the Vegas market for UFC is a big story"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1859043073118105974) 2024-11-20T01:16Z [----] followers, 164.9K engagements
"Everyone's willing to spin claims about the new AEW/WBD deal but no one actually wants to publish the contract and/or options provisions within it. The same writers who won't show their homework are clinging on trying to sell the remnants of "the chase" they marketed for [--] years WOR: AEW is now getting $3.6 Million a week from their new media rights deal with WBD. https://t.co/3ZzDTdWHOy WOR: AEW is now getting $3.6 Million a week from their new media rights deal with WBD. https://t.co/3ZzDTdWHOy"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1874991010419478546) 2025-01-03T01:27Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"I'm looking forward to watching @MikeHeck_JR and his town hall with Donn Davis. So are lots of investors. I want to hear Donn explicitly claim -- or disavow -- that Scott Coker supposedly sandbagged PFL with large Bellator contracts that escaped PFL due diligence. On the record"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1878978549304213619) 2025-01-14T01:32Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The first ten minutes of this video update from @erichterrr and @JakeAryehMMA is very telling regarding UFC's future with ESPN & Netflix. In the reply to this post I'll point you to an article from The MMA Draw to skim and pay close attention to. https://www.youtube.com/watchv=dEdKhN3VY3c https://www.youtube.com/watchv=dEdKhN3VY3c"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1900676880468242766) 2025-03-14T22:34Z [----] followers, 446K engagements
"Nate Wilcox raised an excellent point at The MMA Draw about the history of UFC's media partners and how the ending of those relationships became rather. complicated. Spike TV then Fox now ESPN. Is Disney comfortable (enough) with Bryce Mitchell and the Tate Brothers NY Post reporter says hes hearing UFC PPV buys are way down to the point where fighters who have clauses for PPV points to get more money arent getting much (if any) of it triggered because the buys are so low. NY Post reporter says hes hearing UFC PPV buys are way down to the point where fighters who have clauses for PPV points"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1901028160202043419) 2025-03-15T21:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Oh goodness. "Many MMA fans just care about fighters and fights." They're called CUSTOMERS. Try attracting some"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1901401616244482216) 2025-03-16T22:34Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The biggest aspect of the WWE-AAA deal announced Saturday TKO's use of a Joint Venture. Expect JVs to become the tool TKO utilizes to acquire as many international assets as possible to bolster Netflix business. A peek behind the M & A curtain. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/tko-ramps-up-m-and-a-spending-spree https://www.themmadraw.com/p/tko-ramps-up-m-and-a-spending-spree"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1913962196608094270) 2025-04-20T14:25Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@robnashville Here is a PDF link to the complaint Floyd's team filed in court on Wednesday: https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.nysd.641612/gov.uscourts.nysd.641612.1.0.pdf https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.nysd.641612/gov.uscourts.nysd.641612.1.0.pdf"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1918435057972461760) 2025-05-02T22:38Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"@robnashville The timing on Floyd's defamation lawsuit against Business Insider is intriguing given this recent Atavist article published about Floyd and Jona Rechnitz. Are they going to sue Atavist next https://magazine.atavist.com/all-that-glitters-jona-rechnitz-lawsuit-jadelle-jewelry-coba-ethereummax-mayweather/ https://magazine.atavist.com/all-that-glitters-jona-rechnitz-lawsuit-jadelle-jewelry-coba-ethereummax-mayweather/"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1918435896573280723) 2025-05-02T22:42Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"According to @heynottheface the following fighters filed UFC antitrust claims (estimated amounts in USD): Jon Jones $6.5M Brock Lesnar $3.4M Ronda Rousey (over $6M) Anderson Silva (over $10M) Conor McGregor $9M GSP $6M https://heynottheface.substack.com/p/fighters-who-were-prepared-to-testify https://heynottheface.substack.com/p/fighters-who-were-prepared-to-testify"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1940037545246826685) 2025-07-01T13:19Z [----] followers, 17.2K engagements
"WWE and UFC do not share the same demographics. WWE's audience is very much Democrat/Labour/progressive. Even after LA booing Hulk Hogan out of the house people still think WWE fans under age [--] are conservative. They're not. Funniest part is TKO management ignoring this. Trump is losing his populist magic. Him getting booed at a WWE event is quite shocking. https://t.co/125rGZf68N Trump is losing his populist magic. Him getting booed at a WWE event is quite shocking. https://t.co/125rGZf68N"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1952254915394613402) 2025-08-04T06:26Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Once Dana is out of the Endeavor-curated media client bubble his inability to think on his feet with consistency is now exposed. Watch for the friction between him and Mark Shapiro to increase. Mark stepped up the attacks on Vince McMahon: The Businessman this week. Dana's next When you don't do interviews and you're used to bootlickers or press that is too worried about keeping their credentials well you get triggered by a basic fair question. When you don't do interviews and you're used to bootlickers or press that is too worried about keeping their credentials well you get triggered by a"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1966507657075802456) 2025-09-12T14:22Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"According to Missouri Secretary of State Business Search records Jason House took over as registered agent from James Krause on Iridium Rental Properties LLC on April [--] [----]. The Minner incident occurred in November of [----]. For whatever its worth the guy seemed genuinely distraught and appreciative someone wanted his side. Notably house states he has not had contact with James Krause since the Minner scandal and cooperated with authorities in that case. For whatever its worth the guy seemed genuinely distraught and appreciative someone wanted his side. Notably house states he has not had"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1985546085461606693) 2025-11-04T03:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Brand new article (for free no less) at The MMA Draw talking about the crowd for UFC [---] at Madison Square Garden and how nine years removed from Conor McGregor vs. Eddie Alvarez UFC at MSG is now just one giant pit stop to grab Wall Street cash. It explains a lot of things:"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1990170305873297916) 2025-11-16T21:29Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Tatsuro Taira winning is a big shot in the arm for UFC Japanese hopes. Taira is Lemino and Shooto-linked so great for their rising & rebuilding profile. Kai Asakura winning last year would be been much bigger for both UFC & RIZIN profiles in Japan. Stoppage was fine Flattened Face down Eating punches Moreno wasn't doing anything other than covering up and taking shots Stoppage was fine Flattened Face down Eating punches Moreno wasn't doing anything other than covering up and taking shots"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1997536496010817651) 2025-12-07T05:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"When I talk about how Endeavor/Silver Lake through TKO has managed to institutionalize both stock ownership & debt financing with all of the world's major financial institutions here's a perfect example. CalPERS owns TKO stock. WWE & UFC for pensioners. https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-california-public-employees-retirement-system-sells-6989-shares-of-tko-group-holdings-inc-tko-2025-12-12/ https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-california-public-employees-retirement-system-sells-6989-shares-of-tko-group-holdings-inc-tko-2025-12-12/"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1999621669653238054) 2025-12-12T23:25Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"If you want some hard-hitting entertaining reading I would strongly recommend this MMA Draw article from @KidNate about the growing risk of Dana White as a "key man" for UFC. His liabilities are increasing while TKO has no replacement ready to step in. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/dana-white-is-exhibit-a-in-the-tko https://www.themmadraw.com/p/dana-white-is-exhibit-a-in-the-tko"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/2012309946554270114) 2026-01-16T23:44Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"ESPN killed Friday Night Fights to promote Al Haymon's hedge-fund backed PBC. That imploded. What makes you think they can pay/promote UFC"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/857345581999509504) 2017-04-26T21:28Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Lost in the Jon Jones/USADA "snitching" story: a huge $ conflict of interest for Jeff Novitzky. He's working for UFC while his fiancee is a *current* Federal agent. Novitzky's old Fed contacts still exist. He has capability to weaponize the Feds yes Kind of a big deal no"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1044360513453350912) 2018-09-24T22:58Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
""Shit I thought it was entertaining. I was happy to see it." - Derrick Lewis on FS1 after Khabib/Conor #ufc229 brawl"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1048807542090948609) 2018-10-07T05:29Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"A UFC gag order waiver Liquidated damages Signed by fighters under economic duress with one party exerting a disparate amount of adhesive power Signed by fighters without having an attorney present Over the last [--] days I've literally called every step UFC was about to do. It's because they were required to sign a document which says that they can lose their whole purse and bonuses if they say anything negative about the COVID protocols. It's because they were required to sign a document which says that they can lose their whole purse and bonuses if they say anything negative about the COVID"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1259253884138041344) 2020-05-09T22:48Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"There is a great article by Toshiaki Kawada former All Japan champion-turned-ramen master about his response to the image perpetuated about him as a Japanese version of Seinfeld's "Soup Nazi". Why Kawada's ramen shop is famous for its House Rules 1/x https://gendai.media/articles/-/68237 https://gendai.media/articles/-/68237"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1587633266424573952) 2022-11-02T02:30Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Kawada notes how 80% of new ramen shops close within [--] years. He opened a ramen shop wrote a book about the restaurant business and released it right before the COVID lockdowns hit. It burnished his lifelong image as a masochist fully stubborn and determined to succeed. 2/x"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1587633828251586561) 2022-11-02T02:32Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Kawada's ramen shop classified as a "celebrity ramen" spot gained headlines for its House Rules. Customers must state in advance how many ramen orders they want before entering. He wants ramen orders in order to avoid non-ramen orders involving cheap side dishes/desserts. 3/x"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1587634327394734080) 2022-11-02T02:34Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Kawada said he instituted the ramen order requirement in order to speed up customer service and increase turnout. He noted this is a very different strategy from other ramen shops that rely on the psychology of long waiting lines in order to create an image of high demand. 4/x"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1587634652654600194) 2022-11-02T02:36Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Kawada instituted a policy of not having customers photograph him while he is in the kitchen working. If you want a picture with him you have to buy a t-shirt. And he does photos in one setting in order to avoid start-and-stop interruptions for cooking. Efficiency is key. 5/x"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1587635007438192641) 2022-11-02T02:37Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"In order to prevent frequent start-and-stop picture interruptions in his ramen shop Kawada is increasing the frequency of fan meet-and-greet sessions at his ramen shop. There are different themed events with different dishes to match the occasions. 6/x"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1587635252431708161) 2022-11-02T02:38Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Kawada's ramen shop has a cult following because the customer process reflects heavily on his personality. The same mentality that made him a famously stubborn and masochistic wrestler is what has created his iconoclastic image as a restaurateur with his own House Rules. END"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1587635563229609984) 2022-11-02T02:39Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"ABEMA (CyberAgent/Asahi) said they're overwhelmed by PPV buys for #MutoFinal. They declared NOAH's Tokyo Dome event was their biggest wrestling box office. Record PPV social mass media numbers. Muto changed the game with the G-1 & now with ABEMA. https://www.oricon.co.jp/news/2269001/full/ https://www.oricon.co.jp/news/2269001/full/"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1628692624227069952) 2023-02-23T09:45Z [----] followers, 12.2K engagements
"When Mr. Tenryu retired he was so happy to stop training. Mr. Muto and Mr. Kobashi are built different. Two knee replacements. Possible hip replacement due to over-exertion. The recovery time and pain from knee replacements is punishing especially if leg bone is shaved. https://t.co/FjTSfHeSVm https://t.co/FjTSfHeSVm"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1628756056901029889) 2023-02-23T13:57Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The Power Slap live stream on Rumble just ended. At its peak there were about [------] live viewers. The stream itself was flawless in terms of production and processing. I will thread this post with several personal observations coming out of this spectacle. 1/x Michael Bisping is currently commentating the Power Slap final on Rumble. To no surprise it's drawing some views. I've repeatedly said that Dana views Rumble as his version of Spike TV. TBS was simply his launching point to jump start Rumble. Michael Bisping is currently commentating the Power Slap final on Rumble. To no surprise it's"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1634791652433838081) 2023-03-12T05:41Z [----] followers, 20.9K engagements
"I don't care what anyone says -- Dana White and company absolutely executed what they wanted to accomplish with this Power Slap live event on Rumble. Even though the event was longer than [--] 1/2 hours the showrunning was super tight and the kind of UFC format you expect. 2/x"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1634792089509675008) 2023-03-12T05:43Z [----] followers, 13.2K engagements
"This Power Slap live stream is a big deal for Rumble. They have been really aggressive in grabbing content creators and tying up with Dana White and UFC is exactly the kind of digital footprint they needed for awareness. Fits right into their political & cultural vibe"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1634792523012120578) 2023-03-12T05:44Z [----] followers, 12.4K engagements
"You're about to find out what the online MMA fan base has been arguing about for years with UFC: the more the profits grow the less most of the talent gets paid in proportion to company growth. And I would fully expect tight arbitration clauses in new deals. WWE is fucking crazy if they fumble first Mercedes Mon and now Drew Galloway because of money issues. For a company worth billion dollars why are they not paying their top guys/women properly WWE is fucking crazy if they fumble first Mercedes Mon and now Drew Galloway because of money issues. For a company worth billion dollars why are"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1644655707940347904) 2023-04-08T10:57Z [----] followers, 37K engagements
"Antonio Inoki Dusty Rhodes Stan Hansen and Hulk Hogan in the same ring. Before the proliferation of PPV in the US Japan was the gateway for a lot of dream matches with American wrestlers that you never contemplated would face each other. [----] All Japan was the apex. # # # # #njpw #198065 # https://t.co/DjYPZ4yK77 # # # # #njpw #198065 # https://t.co/DjYPZ4yK77"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1665740968853909505) 2023-06-05T15:22Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"This match was from the WWF Mania [----] Japan tour at Osaka Castle Hall. The fans in Japan felt Yokozuna could kill Tenryu for real so Mean Gene had to lay it in extra thick to get the fans believing in him. The re-match a year later was a sad reminder of Yoko's dying future. Yokozuna vs. Genichiro Tenryu. Probably one of the hardest hitting WWF matches of the 90s. (5.9.1994) π https://t.co/hizRBlB6tm Yokozuna vs. Genichiro Tenryu. Probably one of the hardest hitting WWF matches of the 90s. (5.9.1994) π https://t.co/hizRBlB6tm"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1687564895624273920) 2023-08-04T20:43Z [----] followers, 21.6K engagements
"Regardless of what happens tonight in the #G1CLIMAX33 C Block match series in Yokohama Eddie Kingston achieved his number one dream of meeting @orenooudou and it was filmed by New Japan. Here is the brand new video that was just released publicly: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=W9tXP2qib_A https://www.youtube.com/watchv=W9tXP2qib_A"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1688765984503734272) 2023-08-08T04:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"RIZIN issuing a warning to anyone on social media that they will contact the police if you upload clips from today's Nagoya PPV event on social media. π¨π¨ RIZINYouTubeSNS 9/24RIZIN.44 π¨π¨ RIZINYouTubeSNS 9/24RIZIN.44"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1708329514848358447) 2023-10-01T03:54Z [----] followers, 58.4K engagements
"In the Number interview with Mr. Tenryu & Mr. Shibata Shibata said that he had an 18% chance of survival after his craniotomy in [----]. He lost a lot of his vision in his right eye and has recovered some of it back through painful electrotherapeutic (current/shock) therapy. 2/x"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1731165556584357954) 2023-12-03T04:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Another complication of Katsuyori Shibata's hematoma & craniotomy was loss of physical strength. He lost his power doing basic dojo exercises like using his knees for push-ups. It has taken him several years of training & rehabilitation to gain core strength back against all odds"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1731165558459244809) 2023-12-03T04:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Katsuyori Shibata said that his stint in America taught him to do what you love in wrestling and to keep moving forward. He indicated that AEW was his big chance to wrestle again but as far as wrestling again in New Japan it seems uncertain. END"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1731166178058600465) 2023-12-03T04:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"What financial institution or analyst has specifically tagged a $650M valuation on Power Slap What financial institution or analyst has specifically projected a $1B valuation on Power Slap Is $TKO making these assertions Whose assertions are they The business success of Power Slap is astounding. Here's my story https://t.co/Izgn5zc4GJ The business success of Power Slap is astounding. Here's my story https://t.co/Izgn5zc4GJ"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1768513261702639825) 2024-03-15T05:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"By far the biggest news few if any in the sports media have read - let alone understand. The Endeavor python is rapidly and quickly consuming as much as possible to create a closed loop with total creative control and isolate any challengers. Executed with precision. Patrick Whitesell to Launch Media Company With $250 Million Investment From Silver Lake as Part of Endeavor Deal https://t.co/Bv0OkRDM17 Patrick Whitesell to Launch Media Company With $250 Million Investment From Silver Lake as Part of Endeavor Deal https://t.co/Bv0OkRDM17"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1776099272699896149) 2024-04-05T04:07Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The value of photography in fight sport is unparalleled. It's why you should always put a premium on those who do it best. Like @allelbows. The photo magazine culture built the Japanese scene. If you can't sell the visual you have nothing as a promoter. This is the story of the fight π€ https://t.co/kRdDlay5cE This is the story of the fight π€ https://t.co/kRdDlay5cE"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1781919342667735280) 2024-04-21T05:34Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"I'm watching this interview with Fumi Saito and writing down notes/quotes from this. The topics are about Marigold Stardom Rossy Ogawa and of course the comments made by Kenny Omega and what the reaction has been in Japan. At the end of the thread I'll add my own notes. 1/x New episode of Write That Down premiering now https://t.co/Jn2ligrZXt @Fumihikodayo New episode of Write That Down premiering now https://t.co/Jn2ligrZXt @Fumihikodayo"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1787405611971596326) 2024-05-06T08:54Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Gavin Newsom's athletic commission in San Francisco during their December 9th hearing to license Power Slap asked if this could sell out the Staples Center"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1799949408710099128) 2024-06-09T23:39Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"AEW will never permanently raise its ceiling again until Tony Khan is gone from the equation. You can no longer disassociate the brand from the owner. Like Jerry Jones and the Cowboys. The roster can't repair enough of the damage. Which makes WWE's run post-Vince so remarkable"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1816586846803267894) 2024-07-25T21:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"RIZIN is running the stadium version of Saitama Super Arena. It is amazing to see how quiet the interest is in the non-Japanese press for this event"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1816973700417417449) 2024-07-26T23:07Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Saitama prosecutors are seeking a two year prison sentence for Enson Inoue over "drug candy" (chocolates). The defense is arguing that Enson is not a drug addict and was eating the special candy due to physical pain. A determination for sentencing will happen on October 3rd. 2() https://t.co/RNcDbtbgKi 2() https://t.co/RNcDbtbgKi"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1828616856871096813) 2024-08-28T02:13Z [----] followers, 31.9K engagements
"@WESTIGON The wrong side of what CTE on TV Needle injections This is what you're defending now for long-term mass appeal of sponsorship cash This is your vision of wrestling I've covered guys in fire matches. Scorpion matches. Nail bed matches. Those shops are out of business"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1832638926277742680) 2024-09-08T04:35Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The danger of AEW being the first true major Twitter wrestling promotion is not only does the brand absorb all the heat (fairly/unfairly) from online fan behavior it also absorbs all the heat from the writers who cover/cheerlead for the company. A stain that can't be removed"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1860800613443162468) 2024-11-24T21:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"If you want to show some support to @lennehardt then head over to her account to read about her husband's battle with cancer and how you can help out. Oh shit they got Lenne Hardt with the RIZIN music Oh shit they got Lenne Hardt with the RIZIN music"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1865638683992621082) 2024-12-08T06:04Z [----] followers, 11.2K engagements
"Have I got some stories to tell from that time period. So this is the public stance Dana and UFC want to carry into [----]. Easy to erase the past when you have all the money and leverage. Dana White: There's such a rich history of MMA in Japan. Some of the best days of my life were our rivalry with Pride. It was a really fun time in my life. https://t.co/2xK0opC9z0 Dana White: There's such a rich history of MMA in Japan. Some of the best days of my life were our rivalry with Pride. It was a really fun time in my life. https://t.co/2xK0opC9z0"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1865660264865230996) 2024-12-08T07:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"It's going to take some time to sink in but the RAW debut on Netflix wasn't necessarily about wrestling the fans or even WWE itself. This was pure Hollywood power politics with billions of dollars on the line. Worth an article for Thursday at The MMA Draw. So much wrong with that Raw show. Zero reason to hook me as a viewer to want to tune in next week. Way too much nostalgia. Matches way too long No big angle shot at all on the show. Huge disappointment for me. Solo/Reigns run in & Roman/Rock post match was best thing on the show So much wrong with that Raw show. Zero reason to hook me as a"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1876818267001467211) 2025-01-08T02:28Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"How much would it cost Netflix to buy all the UFC rights and end the PPV model as we know it Would Netflix get in their own version of the PPV game and use WWE & UFC as a guinea pig to test out new model$ https://www.themmadraw.com/p/why-ufc-fans-need-to-pay-attention https://www.themmadraw.com/p/why-ufc-fans-need-to-pay-attention"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1877482000975605891) 2025-01-09T22:26Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"My only comment on the GFL implosion: Whoever got paid will eventually be outed in discovery if future litigation is filed. Especially if you are a podcaster or media writer. Come clean now. A paid relationship is not protected journalistic speech. That's a business transaction"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1910427914040205462) 2025-04-10T20:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"All you need to know about Endeavor's media control is that they sent out TKO talking points to major outlets about the Ali Act amendment before the act text of legislation is introduced in Congress. This legislation will reportedly let promoters control their rank and titles. Like the UFC does. Independent rank and title is the biggest protection that lets boxers earn so much more than MMA fighters. This legislation will reportedly let promoters control their rank and titles. Like the UFC does. Independent rank and title is the biggest protection that lets boxers earn so much more than MMA"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1948070551924416985) 2025-07-23T17:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"A no-holds-barred look at the new Ali Act amendment that would create the conditions for an inevitable TKO/Zuffa Boxing monopoly. The Zuffa Myth all over. It's as ugly as you can imagine. Here's what the Endeavor-flavored US sports media won't discuss. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/tko-and-ufc-are-ready-for-congress https://www.themmadraw.com/p/tko-and-ufc-are-ready-for-congress"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1948119351124770901) 2025-07-23T20:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"There is absolutely no financial filings from Triller on the SEC about such a development. They still haven't submitted their [----] financials to the SEC and it's October 1st. Per David Feldman $ILLR Triller is just a minority shareholder now in BKFC and the majority ownership is 'up for grabs'. https://t.co/MzV0BS5WfH https://t.co/mBskjoEzHR Per David Feldman $ILLR Triller is just a minority shareholder now in BKFC and the majority ownership is 'up for grabs'. https://t.co/MzV0BS5WfH https://t.co/mBskjoEzHR"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1973471038072824270) 2025-10-01T19:32Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Best most prepared critic of the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act by far on today's California State Athletic Commission meeting. He was the only one to point out the obvious issue. TKO says they need a UBO yet they just promoted Canelo vs. Crawford. A [--] year old amateur boxer named Gabriel is the first one to call in and criticize the Act proposal A [--] year old amateur boxer named Gabriel is the first one to call in and criticize the Act proposal"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1978526681561505895) 2025-10-15T18:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"It's also revealing that it's many veterans in the MMA industry not boxing who are voicing the loudest protests to the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act based on UFC's history of business practices. Other than random videos where is Oscar or Arum or the other players Pretty telling that the only ones calling in to support the new Ali Act bill are ones who will benefit from it - Promoters Zuffa employees or adjacent - and the fighters and fighter advocates are opposing it. Clearly tells you who it's gonna benefit most if it passes. Pretty telling that the only ones calling in to support"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1978529777871995295) 2025-10-15T18:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Don't call TKO a government contractor or else you'll get labeled a conspiracy theorist. Do you have a proven ability to translate business objectives into effective government relations strategies A deep network of relationships with state and federal elected officials Awareness of labor relations issues TKO needs you. https://t.co/zLmdSmugMQ https://t.co/sQFvEXAU70 Do you have a proven ability to translate business objectives into effective government relations strategies A deep network of relationships with state and federal elected officials Awareness of labor relations issues TKO needs"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1979522162454364234) 2025-10-18T12:17Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Exactly why I've focused with on-the-record UFC admissions regarding Dulgarian. Whoever in the UFC office thought admitting that IC360 tipped them off but still proceeded with the fight instead of postponing it -- only to call the Feds afterwards -- demonstrates high negligence Two @MLB pitchers are looking at a potential 65-year prison sentence if they're found guilty. Given the severity of this punishment I expect anyone involved in the @UFC's recent scandals including the Minner and Dulgarian fights to face similar consequences. The UFC Two @MLB pitchers are looking at a potential 65-year"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/1987826488432107725) 2025-11-10T10:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Scott Coker is running out of reasons for NOT making a fight between Eddie Alvarez and Gilbert Melendez happen. Get it done. #mma"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/28368880297) 2010-10-22T03:13Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"On ESPN Dana White just acted like his dog died"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/665783724072505345) 2015-11-15T06:49Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Kimbo Slice needed a heart transplant but was allowed to fight by the Texas athletic commission a couple of months ago Investigate"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/740378458514018304) 2016-06-08T03:02Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"1) Lesnar failed USADA test 2) before Mark Hunt fight 3) but disclosed after #ufc200 4) while company ca$hed out 5) and brushes Hunt away"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/754135036408889344) 2016-07-16T02:06Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Oh dear Jesus the angry hot debate sports morning talk shows are pushing the Conor McGregor/Floyd Mayweather angle again. Help us all"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/798194703631945732) 2016-11-14T16:03Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"ESPN is on the ropes. They needed big stars programs. ESPN gave away their boxing position to Al Haymon. What a massive failure in the end"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/857431303527870465) 2017-04-27T03:08Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"From start to finish tonight's ESPN telecast of the Top Rank #PacquiaoHorn fight is why UFC needs to stay with Fox and away from Bristol. https://x.com/lthomasnews/status/881378811195121664 "You don't see this in the UFC." - Stephen A. Smith essentially admitting he doesn't watch MMA or UFC. https://x.com/lthomasnews/status/881378811195121664 "You don't see this in the UFC." - Stephen A. Smith essentially admitting he doesn't watch MMA or UFC"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/881380504938754049) 2017-07-02T05:14Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"The UFC legacy of Jon Jones: the only man who could ever stop Jon Jones was Jon Jones himself. Daniel Cormier should sue the hell out of him"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/900158732063068160) 2017-08-23T00:52Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Amazing what USADA era in UFC has shown. Cormier and Bisping were screwed repeatedly against UFC cheaters. Both champs yet fans groan on DC"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/900197254350360576) 2017-08-23T03:25Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Bob Bennett is a worse executive director of the Nevada State Athletic Commission than Keith Kizer ever was. How the hell did that happen https://x.com/steveucnlive/status/909265526601400320 118-110 Canelo 115-113 GGG 114-114 a draw. honestly can't complain all that much. But Adelaide Byrd good grief LOL #boxing https://x.com/steveucnlive/status/909265526601400320 118-110 Canelo 115-113 GGG 114-114 a draw. honestly can't complain all that much. But Adelaide Byrd good grief LOL #boxing"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/909266600573857792) 2017-09-17T04:03Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Andre Ward: great all-time boxer all-time box office bust. Putting the screws to Dan Goossen was disgraceful. http://www.fightopinion.com/2017/09/21/andre-ward-boxing-legacy-box-office-bust-dan-goossen-james-prince http://www.fightopinion.com/2017/09/21/andre-ward-boxing-legacy-box-office-bust-dan-goossen-james-prince"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/910991890954063873) 2017-09-21T22:19Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Al Haymon's companies received notice of depositions today from attorneys in the Kansas shareholder lawsuit against hedge funds backing him"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/913272229873332224) 2017-09-28T05:20Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Wally Yamaguchi just like the late Don Arakawa was *the* hustler (ref booker photog) in the Japanese fight business. Wally JR Paul Heyman and Jim Cornette were the true glue guys who sacrificed to make everything work. Pro"
[X Link](https://x.com/FightOpinion/status/941533365672349696) 2017-12-15T05:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
@FightOpinion Fight OpinionFight Opinion posts on X about ufc, $dan, business, japan the most. They currently have [-----] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours.
Social category influence ufc #3200 countries 9.94% finance 8.07% celebrities 7.45% social networks 6.21% stocks 4.97% travel destinations 3.73% technology brands 3.73% pga golfers 3.11% cryptocurrencies 1.24%
Social topic influence ufc #1245, $dan #918, business 10.56%, japan 8.07%, media 7.45%, white 6.21%, wwe 6.21%, in the 5.59%, if you 4.97%, fans 4.97%
Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by @fredgarvinreal @davidmiz282 @robnashville @heynottheface @wrestlegraphs @kidnate @pound4our4pound @scottbarrettufc @lcombatsports @benfowlkesmma @freedom250 @ufc @unextfight @roylucier @allancheapshot @smuehlhausenjr @murphs56 @captgrapedrink @mikeheckjr @erichterrr
Top assets mentioned Dana Incorporated (DAN) Toko Token (TKO) Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (EDR)
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours
"Once an agreement is reached between AEW & WBD all I ask for is the writers who pushed AEW TV deal stories to publish the actual contract from start to finish. No selective leaks or half-truths. You've spent an inordinate amount of time helping a billionaire negotiate publicly"
X Link 2024-09-17T06:35Z [----] followers, 29.1K engagements
"The true value of RIZIN is that it's managed to create an insulated ecosystem that UFC struggles to interfere with. The way UFC rushed Kai Asakura right into the meat grinder was as huge a mistake diplomatically as it was substantively. I could write [-----] words about it. RIZIN sold out Saitama super arena with 37K people on a new years eve. Yet Dana couldn't sell out 20k capacity in T-Mobile arena This is what happens when you overprice tickets can't make decent posters and can't promote except for making an instagram reel with "WHATS UP GUYS" https://t.co/GKP0eXXlgq RIZIN sold out Saitama"
X Link 2026-01-01T02:00Z [----] followers, 26.5K engagements
"A new class-action lawsuit has been filed against Endeavor Group Holdings regarding their $27.50/share take-private transaction. The suit claims California jurisdiction because EDR is in Beverly Hills and Silver Lake in Menlo Park. Very detailed 93-page filing includes this:"
X Link 2026-01-21T04:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"I mentioned earlier the Altshares class action lawsuit against Endeavor over their take-private stock transaction. Who cares about billionaires making hundreds of millions on TKO You might care if you realize what part your fan support is playing in this larger-than-life world"
X Link 2026-01-27T05:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"I challenge you to read some of this Altshares court lawsuit document against Endeavor. Never in a million years could you ever imagine that world leaders dictators and Silicon Valley would be fighting to suck out cash over combat sports. https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72157370/altshares-event-driven-etf-v-endeavor-group-holdings-inc/ https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72157370/altshares-event-driven-etf-v-endeavor-group-holdings-inc/"
X Link 2026-01-27T05:55Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Type in "Martin Edelman" or "Marty Edelman" in the DOJ Epstein Library search and discover e-mails including one from Andrew Farkas about a high-interest "rescue capital" Dubai fund. Don't know Marty Edelman A big player in UFC and Trump's history. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/ufcs-bizarre-connection-to-trumps https://www.themmadraw.com/p/ufcs-bizarre-connection-to-trumps"
X Link 2026-01-31T22:21Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Seems like Jeffrey Epstein & assistant Lesley Groff mentioned Marty Edelman's name in various e-mails (as published by the DOJ). Here's an Andrew Farkas e-mail about prospective Edelman ownership in a Dubai distressed $ fund. Frank & Lorenzo Fertitta introduced Edelman to Ari"
X Link 2026-01-31T22:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"This item is about a recent bankruptcy filing in Florida and claims/counterclaims between Jarrell Miller and his old promoter Dmitry Salita. What the BK ruling demonstrates is the kind of power a BK court can have regarding how long matching rights can extend after BK is filed. More on exclusive negotiating windows matching rights rights of last refusal etc. Recent opinion (January 2026) for an adversary proceeding (fighter filed for bk). The bankruptcy adds a wrinklethe promotional agreement was an executory contract. The case is: 25-01111-EPK. https://t.co/EZ9VjeNZ2g More on exclusive"
X Link 2026-02-02T09:19Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"The larger problem for those arguing against the current TKO structure is that nobody: a) wants to say the names of those in charge b) address the underpinning financial and political institutions supporting it c) discuss how UFC is utilized in context of global governance The fighter pay debate isnt new and it isnt going away anytime soon. Great perspective from @benfowlkesMMA on why we continue to bring it up Fighters live such a mayfly existence. So much of a careers arc happens in just a few years really. As a result it feels like https://t.co/0WFYLVQsUV The fighter pay debate isnt new"
X Link 2026-02-03T19:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"For example our recent MMA Draw article on Marty Edelman and Trump's new Board of Peace. How many writers know who Marty Edelman is How many are even willing to say his name or address his ties to the Fertittas and Ari We are living in a new world. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/ufcs-bizarre-connection-to-trumps https://www.themmadraw.com/p/ufcs-bizarre-connection-to-trumps"
X Link 2026-02-03T19:14Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"The much larger question that should be asked and analyzed is why TKO has decided that Dana White in [----] is their most worthy corporate brand ambassador. Doesn't go to all the UFC fights doesn't sell fights particularly well and isn't very persuasive on the media circuit. What Kellerman said about MMA rules changes is BS. Yes Zuffa ran to regulation but SEG's UFC was already regulated by New Jersey after California passed the rules that became the backbone of modern MMA. So Max sounds very stupid here. #zuffamythneverdie What Kellerman said about MMA rules changes is BS. Yes Zuffa ran to"
X Link 2026-02-03T22:08Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Judge Boulware now asking questions of Dana White. Night and day difference between Boulware and Dell'Angelo. Dana admits communicating with fighters on phone and text message. Instagram is his primary communication and uses WhatsApp this year since joining META board"
X Link 2026-02-04T17:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Dana White said he didn't talk business on Instagram. Judge Boulware brings up Conor McGregor messages. Dana said Instagram wasn't his primary mode of talking with fighters"
X Link 2026-02-04T17:51Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
""It would start with Hunter Campbell." Since WME sale "we have a lot of lawyers now" regarding new UFC contract terms added. Judge Boulware asked Dana if he reviewed or approved new written contracts and Dana said no"
X Link 2026-02-04T21:11Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
""Why would you be communicating with Conor McGregor on Instagram" Dana said it was more a personal thing but Conor did reach out to him to fight on the White House card. Dana said some other fighters hit him up on Instagram yes. Denies UFC business conducted on IG"
X Link 2026-02-04T21:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Dell'Angelo mentions Kevin Iole's name to Dana White in regards to UFC coverage. Dana asked about talking to Iole. "Possibly yeah." Dell'Angelo is extremely slow and stiff in questioning"
X Link 2026-02-04T21:28Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Dell'Angelo producing e-mail from Johnson litigation from Hunter Campbell. Subject line was Tony Ferguson. February [--] [----]. Dana said Tony hit him up and he forwards it to "the boys" to handle it. Dell'Angelo establishing Dana had communications with fighters after 2017"
X Link 2026-02-04T21:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Judge Boulware is asking Tracy Long about missing information regarding her phone. She said she was made aware of this either the end of '25 or early '26 regarding missing messages"
X Link 2026-02-04T22:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Judge Boulware asking Tracy Long about requesting messages from Verizon. Prior to last year did she ever request from Verizon her past messages Tracy said her phone was frequently turned over to Colby (Williams). Boulware asked if a UFC employee did the same Ryan Palmer IT"
X Link 2026-02-04T22:33Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Tracy Long told Judge Boulware that her phone was "always under a lit(igation) hold." "Did you ever direct anyone to download or to separately save your text message or communications" "I have not.""
X Link 2026-02-04T22:40Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Judge Boulware is asking Tracy Long if Ryan Palmer from UFC IT did anything other than establish app settings on her phone. Patrick Madden is trying to establish what Palmer did for information transfer versus what a Verizon store did"
X Link 2026-02-04T22:42Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Patrick Madden is trying to establish a chain-of-custody matter regarding Tracy Long's past and present phone usage in relation to UFC legal and Zuffa's retention policy. Judge Boulware asking about what contents Tracy didn't consent to give to UFC regarding litigation. Sidebar"
X Link 2026-02-04T22:52Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Patrick Madden asking about nuances regarding Zuffa retention policy for employee phones in regular use vs. those under litigation hold. Tracy Long can read her UFC office emails on her phone via Outlook. She did not check retention settings on her phones Ryan Palmer did"
X Link 2026-02-04T22:58Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"In June [--] [----] exchange with Hunter Campbell Tracy Long is asked about Ilia Topuria. Hunter directed her to call Malki (FRM). Boulware asking her how many fighters FRM manages. "Chat with Malki Kawa." June [--] [----]. Discussing negotiations with Hunter"
X Link 2026-02-04T23:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Missed Dana White's testimony today in the UFC antitrust case in Judge Richard Boulware's courtroom Lots of weird and wacky items including a supposed last-minute contractual hold-up involving Ilia Topuria before his fight with Charles Oliveira. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/dana-white-breaks-kayfabe-under-oath https://www.themmadraw.com/p/dana-white-breaks-kayfabe-under-oath"
X Link 2026-02-05T03:32Z [----] followers, 546.7K engagements
"We are on the call for Day [--] of the evidence spoliation hearings in Judge Richard Boulware's courtroom for UFC antitrust litigation. Audio is live on Zoom from Judge Boulware's federal district courtroom in Nevada. #UFC antitrust testimony coming up. Follow @fightopinion too. Hunter Campbell to testify today. https://t.co/KRYu0euwzg Audio is live on Zoom from Judge Boulware's federal district courtroom in Nevada. #UFC antitrust testimony coming up. Follow @fightopinion too. Hunter Campbell to testify today. https://t.co/KRYu0euwzg"
X Link 2026-02-05T17:06Z [----] followers, 26.5K engagements
"Judge Boulware declares that UFC's handling of older phones is sanctionable conduct. "I am deeply concerned about this process." Judge will wait until the motion for sanctions hearing before a final determination. His number one priority is obtain the phone information"
X Link 2026-02-05T19:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Hunter Campbell admits under oath that Mick Maynard was upset about turning over his phone for UFC data/retention collection"
X Link 2026-02-05T19:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Judge Boulware asking Hunter Campbell about who is responsible for determining UFC fighter compensation. From [----] to [----] who was involved Hunter Sean Shelby and Mick Maynard. Who decided the final contract terms The three of them. Hunter with ultimate approval authority"
X Link 2026-02-05T20:53Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Hunter Campbell said he oversees six or seven departments at UFC including matchmaking. He sees himself as the GM. Sean and Mick are focused on talent development. In Top [--] or Top [--] or title fights Hunter's heavily involved. Venues locations site fees plans card structure"
X Link 2026-02-05T20:55Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Dell'Angelo asked if UFC reported Ari Emanuel's relative to the police for Dana White's phone being stolen Not that Hunter is aware of. Boulware asked if there were other phones in the area where Dana White's phone was stolen There were other phones in the area"
X Link 2026-02-05T22:13Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Dell'Angelo asked Hunter if he used his old phone number for conducting UFC business. Hunter said he may have during his first year transition into his new job at UFC. Exhibit [--] introduced (Hunter comms. to Audie Attar and Tracy Long.) Feb [--] [----] e-mail. Older signature block"
X Link 2026-02-05T22:46Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Dell'Angelo introduced Exhibit [--] from UFC-produced discovery. Text message between Hunter and Nate Diaz (April [--] 2022). [--] number in signature block. Dell'Angelo establishing that Hunter was continuing UFC business on his [--] number"
X Link 2026-02-05T22:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Dell'Angelo attempting to establish Hunter used multiple phone numbers in UFC-related communication and had an obligation to preserve records on all devices. June [----] text chain. Someone (Dana) said "They're taking my phone too and they can suck a big fat expletive.""
X Link 2026-02-05T23:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Hunter Campbell asked if he was responsible for sending litigation holds when the Kajan Johnson lawsuit was filed. Hunter said someone else would be in charge of drafting and sending such a letter"
X Link 2026-02-05T23:12Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Colby Williams asking about Ari Emanuel's relative ("the runner") and UFC office theft. Colby setting up Hunter to talk about other phones that may have been stolen. Hunter tells Judge Boulware about Ron Williams (security) and Ryan Palmer (UFC IT). Unopened cell phone recovered"
X Link 2026-02-05T23:13Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Judge Boulware moves on to Tracy Long's testimony and asks Hunter about where the copies of those contracts are saved. Is there at UFC digitally a fighter file for each fighter that would contain all the fight contracts they have signed Hunter said he deals with hard copies"
X Link 2026-02-05T23:24Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Judge Boulware asked Hunter about what happens to the draft regarding fighter negotiations is it saved to the file Hunter mentions country-specific draft changes to Alexander Volkanovski's new deal. Mark-up path via e-mail or text. Hunter mentioning day to day complications"
X Link 2026-02-05T23:27Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"My big takeaway from this development is that America250 the troubled governmental commission might not have been able to grab enough money via Appropriations to pay for all the things Trump wants to do for 4th of July. Hence Freedom250. SCOOP: @Freedom250 the group launched by Trump to oversee projects including the @UFC fight on the WH lawn & his arch overlooking DC is offering access to him for donors who give $1M. For $2.5M donors can speak at the national July [--] celebration. https://t.co/kcp0RNqLl1 SCOOP: @Freedom250 the group launched by Trump to oversee projects including the @UFC"
X Link 2026-02-08T22:48Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"1999 was a fever dream for Choshu in New Japan. He basically married himself to Onita (Kensuke fireball Chono driving a hummer at the Tokyo Dome) a couple of years after humiliating UWF & Big Japan. Tenryu damaged his neck vs. Muto. Inoki had his venture with Hashimoto & Ogawa. There's this myth that goes around that all Japanese fans are quiet and polite and only react with clapping at pro wrestling events. Nothing could be further from the truth. Atsushi Onita was so damn hated in early [----] in New Japan he brought out the worst in these fans. Here https://t.co/x4j7KWtytN There's this myth"
X Link 2026-02-08T23:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@robnashville Going to be a rough night for Dana White's bottom line after this Super Bowl"
X Link 2026-02-09T03:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@robnashville @heynottheface The same Live Nation that Ari Emanuel & Mark Shapiro were former board members before Biden's DOJ signaled antitrust concerns https://deadline.com/2021/06/ari-emanuel-resigns-live-nation-doj-antitrust-1234778605/ https://deadline.com/2021/06/ari-emanuel-resigns-live-nation-doj-antitrust-1234778605/"
X Link 2026-02-09T09:24Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Pancrase [----] events on UFC Fight Pass. PANCRASEUFC Fight Pass8π₯π₯π₯ PANCRASE BLOOD.9LIVEπ‘π₯ 2026UFC Fight Pass https://t.co/BIw40e3BGi #pancraseblood9 π211(/) π @UNEXT_fight https://t.co/O9y5p5QgBk PANCRASEUFC Fight Pass8π₯π₯π₯ PANCRASE BLOOD.9LIVEπ‘π₯ 2026UFC Fight Pass https://t.co/BIw40e3BGi #pancraseblood9 π211(/) π @UNEXT_fight https://t.co/O9y5p5QgBk"
X Link 2026-02-10T05:43Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"This is why Judge Richard Boulware (long ago) made a determination that he was the last man standing to confront UFC/TKO on antitrust. Ari & company remain all-in on UFC White House. It's how they navigate Life After Trump that is the next big story. The No. [--] at DOJ antitrust just quit. Lots of turnover as tensions simmer between line trustbusters and Trump brass https://t.co/yhbWbakCsc The No. [--] at DOJ antitrust just quit. Lots of turnover as tensions simmer between line trustbusters and Trump brass https://t.co/yhbWbakCsc"
X Link 2026-02-10T08:26Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@WrestleGraphs There are very few institutional players backing TKO who believe that any consequence will flow from Judge Richard Boulware's courtroom against UFC. And even if injunctive relief happens who's positioned to take advantage of it I don't necessarily agree with this though"
X Link 2026-02-11T00:27Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"TKO going ahead with Zuffa Boxing title belts before the Ali Revival Act gets passed. UFC legal team largely confident that Judge Boulware can't find a way to get to Level [--] sanctions under FRCP Rule 37e for missing evidence in antitrust. Mark & Ari gloating Super Bowl week"
X Link 2026-02-11T00:48Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"If you are curious how Judge Boulware may find a pathway to initiate Level [--] FRCP Rule 37e sanctions on UFC over missing evidence in UFC antitrust case I lay out this possible scenario on the latest MMA Draw podcast. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/nate-and-zach-review-judge-boulware https://www.themmadraw.com/p/nate-and-zach-review-judge-boulware"
X Link 2026-02-11T00:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"A key component to Judge Boulware's sanctions determination under FRCP Rule 37(e) is whether or not the plaintiffs have aggressively pursued discovery they can't obtain directly from UFC through third parties. Those third parties include Ali Abdelaziz and Iridium. Buckle up. After an apparently "revolt" by Ali Abdelaziz Dominance MMA is refusing to comply with discovery requests in Johnson v Zuffa. Plaintiffs are asking court to hold Dominance in contempt compel production and order Dominance to pay legal fees. https://t.co/YLdycI2H9X After an apparently "revolt" by Ali Abdelaziz Dominance"
X Link 2026-02-11T01:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Maybe Dana White can tell Judge Boulware all about this UFC White House meeting after it is completed. Or will be that covered by Executive Privilege Dana White on IG Live just now: I am now heading into matchmaking for the White House. Starts right now. #UFC #UFCWhiteHouse Dana White on IG Live just now: I am now heading into matchmaking for the White House. Starts right now. #UFC #UFCWhiteHouse"
X Link 2026-02-11T02:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@FredGarvinReal The Small case reflected pre-2015 Ninth Circuit standards on Rule 37(e) threshold versus post-2015 standards. Amendment to Rule 37(e) in [----] brought the new intent to deprive standard. I think there is a pathway that exists to meet that burden"
X Link 2026-02-11T06:35Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@FredGarvinReal Dana White matchmaking claims were skillfully left alone by Plaintiffs during Judge Boulware's questioning last week especially with non-stop hype for UFC White House. It was too easy. The bigger question is whether the Court declares Colby Williams a fact witness DQ'ing him"
X Link 2026-02-11T09:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Quick update on Vergil Ortiz lawsuit vs. Golden Boy in Las Vegas Federal court: GB filed three motions on Wednesday (motion to compel arbitration motion to dismiss TRO). This is separate from their California state court lawsuit vs. Rick Mirigian. Didn't show up for Congressional hearing on Ali Revival Act. Office foreclosure in LA. Vergil Ortiz lawsuit. DAZN negotiations. Swerve TV deal. Not only is Golden Boy fighting for survival it seems Oscar doesn't even know what kind of asymmetrical fight he is facing with TKO. Didn't show up for Congressional hearing on Ali Revival Act. Office"
X Link 2026-02-12T10:38Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Eric Cramer (of Berger Montague) was correct in his assessment that if there is any movement on US antitrust that it will be firms like his - and Joe Saveri's - who will be doing the heavy lifting. The problem is speed. The Mike Davis DC drama is highlighting this ugly truth"
X Link 2026-02-13T03:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"When Katsuyori Shibata had his fateful match with Kazuchika Okada in [----] Mr. Shibata revealed he had been counting down the days before retiring from wrestling. After the severe injury it re-ignited his desire to get back into wrestling shape by pushing training boundaries"
X Link 2023-12-03T04:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"In two minutes Oscar de la Hoya managed to somehow a) underestimate the threat of extinction the Ali Revival Act presents to Golden Boy b) give public relations cover to TKO c) pretend KSA is going to keep funding all sides and d) give legitimacy to Hearn/Dana "feud." Oscar De La Hoya reacts to the growing tension between Eddie Hearn and Dana White: "Eddie shouldn't worry about it whatsoever. What Zuffa is doing is totally separate from what we're gonna do or what we've been doing. You're having precious contenders who I know can become https://t.co/EL8P8AIZ9F Oscar De La Hoya reacts to the"
X Link 2025-10-20T19:34Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Judge Boulware asking Tracy Long about her awareness of missing text messages. Long said she had to sit on hold for Verizon for three hours. Billed to her husband monthly. Zuffa used to reimburse but not any longer. Madden is asking about BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policy"
X Link 2026-02-04T22:36Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Tracy Long says she doesn't use Instagram other than workouts. Not used for UFC business. Used WhatsApp to talk to two managers. "Not something I look at." Asked about her retention settings on apps Ryan Palmer of UFC IT helped"
X Link 2026-02-04T22:38Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"I remember a year ago discussing with one of my most trusted friends (and smartest people in the fight business) that Ari Emanuel was obsessed with the LA [--] Olympics and would find some way some how to gain control. What fortuitous timing with Casey Wasserman/Jeffrey Epstein"
X Link 2026-02-12T04:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"All of a sudden from TKO's orbit it's the same "boxing is dying" sales pitch to market whatever venture they're in next. Here's Mike Tyson pushing his own amateur boxing invitational in Las Vegas. https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/47923679/tyson-troubled-state-boxing-starts-amateur-invitational https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/47923679/tyson-troubled-state-boxing-starts-amateur-invitational"
X Link 2026-02-14T00:55Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"What's interesting about this Tyson invitational in Las Vegas in mid-March is that I do not see anything about this event scheduling in the latest Nevada Athletic Commission meeting agenda document"
X Link 2026-02-14T01:02Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@roylucier Looks like the copyright cookie monster got a hold of it"
X Link 2026-02-14T10:53Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"@allan_cheapshot Shinpei was a guest commentator for the SWS 12/12/1991 Tokyo Dome event. For those who remember watching that WOWOW video he was sporting a neck brace and joked about receiving a double lariat. Shinpei loved Ultimo Dragon. He was there for Tenryu vs. Hogan"
X Link 2026-02-15T15:02Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"There is a new generation of MMA fans that had no idea about how big MMA was on New Year's Eve in Japan and what it meant to everyone in the world"
X Link 2022-12-09T10:40Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Compare and contrast Dana White's aggressiveness as UFC hype man for Cain Velasquez vs. Junior dos Santos compared to UFC's launch on Paramount Plus in [----]. Notice how media now thinks it is safe to diminish Dana White as a brand ambassador The MMA Draw was years ahead"
X Link 2026-01-16T23:48Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@SMuehlhausenJr We are going to find out how quickly current boxing fans approach TKO's take-it-or-leave-it mentality. Kind of interesting to watch how much less resistance there is from UFC fans as opposed to WWE or boxing customers"
X Link 2026-02-16T08:56Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"If competing means having the US Congress write custom legislation just for your Zuffa Boxing "league" Dana is absolutely right. Nobody else has ever built a political mercenary like TKO. Amusing to see TKO utilize the rodeo clown strategy to try to distract other promoters. Dana White: The sport has been out there for over [---] years and there's plenty of guys that are involved in the sport. There's plenty of money in the sport. Eddie Hearn and his dad have a lot of money. It's not like they can't compete. They can't compete cause they don't know how https://t.co/H0i8yL2JnX Dana White: The"
X Link 2026-02-16T09:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Good news: Jeffrey Epstein couldn't ingratiate himself in the world of UFC. Lorenzo & Frank Fertitta didn't play ball. Neither did Joe Rogan. Bad news: Epstein tried. He really really tried. It's scary how he navigated finance aviation and academia. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/jeffrey-epstein-wanted-fertitta-planes https://www.themmadraw.com/p/jeffrey-epstein-wanted-fertitta-planes"
X Link 2026-02-16T16:23Z [----] followers, 16.9K engagements
"@WrestleGraphs I was relieved that I could produce the conclusion to this article I wrote. I did not want to write any sort of article establishing connections between UFC to Jeffrey Epstein. That is really good news. It's bad news to see the sheer number of people who were connected elsewhere"
X Link 2026-02-16T16:40Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"This post is a great ad for our new MMA Draw podcast today from @kidnate and I begging people to stop blaming Tom Aspinall for UFC Heavyweight division woes. It's not his fault. Six months ago he was a hero. Then Dana refused to vigorously support him. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/dont-blame-tom-aspinall-for-ufcs Curling has harsher penalties for poking a stone than the UFC has for poking an eye. https://t.co/ia1R21AC7Z https://www.themmadraw.com/p/dont-blame-tom-aspinall-for-ufcs Curling has harsher penalties for poking a stone than the UFC has for poking an eye. https://t.co/ia1R21AC7Z"
X Link 2026-02-16T16:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"I think a lot of people are misreading the room regarding Chatri ONE and Japan. We are dramatically seeing a sea change in the MMA landscape regarding attitudes toward Japan. This is being spear-headed by the "Japanese Jordan Breen" Yuji Kitano at ABEMA. Let me explain. https://t.co/N0O4wxNDQf https://t.co/N0O4wxNDQf"
X Link 2024-01-29T01:30Z [----] followers, 18K engagements
"Nobody in "the media" has stopped Dana even after the Cabo slap. Who's left in "the media" that's adversarial to UFC The $ is dried up. With the antitrust settlement everyone is hitting the exits. This is why a rebuilding of reader-oriented MMA coverage is so important. Dana White talks his complete hatred for the media these days. If you're an athlete or your running sports organizations whatever you do Sports Business Journal and you do podcasts. That's it. Full podcast here: https://t.co/Hod9iRHq5X https://t.co/U6fXM3SyCy Dana White talks his complete hatred for the media these days. If"
X Link 2024-03-27T18:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"In a Saturday morning post attributed on Facebook to James Krause the post claims that Mr. Krause is allegedly $5 million in debt but that it's real estate-based & that he is supposedly involved in a "real estate coaching group." Was there a gambling inquiry or not Closed"
X Link 2024-03-30T15:29Z [----] followers, 26.7K engagements
"Google Trends is indicating that interest in #UFC300 is approximately [--] times higher than Wrestlemania XL last week which did record numbers on Peacock"
X Link 2024-04-14T00:40Z [----] followers, 17.2K engagements
"This is why $TKO is becoming a full-fledged government contractor w/ UFC & WWE events. Politicians can buy off voters with events & not leave fingerprints like an ugly stadium rotting [--] years later. It's also why people need to wake up on the Texas "trade secrets" lawsuit NOW. Paul Levesque at the press conference says he'll be looking heavily into Italy hinting at a PLE in the future there. He mentions London Mayor Sadiq Khan's re-election. Levesque says "We should talk." Paul Levesque at the press conference says he'll be looking heavily into Italy hinting at a PLE in the future there. He"
X Link 2024-05-04T22:25Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Earlier today at The MMA Draw newsletter site I wrote about how Texas is hiding details on UFC & WWE contracts to taxpayers. One of their defenses is that the info would be "intimate and highly embarrassing." Politicians buy these deals because it's buying access. See: Missouri"
X Link 2024-05-16T01:44Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Masahiro Chono says that New Japan should focus on gaining market share in Asia rather than focusing on America because AEW & WWE are deep-pocketed black ships. WEB https://t.co/uBMd83WKV5 WEB https://t.co/uBMd83WKV5"
X Link 2024-06-24T06:08Z [----] followers, 21.1K engagements
"It's the silent dog that's not barking in all of these discussion about AEW's TV future: sponsorships. AEW can't recruit blue chips. Their show + fans have limited appeal. AEW struggles selling their own goods so why would a sponsor think AEW could market their product the CEO out here begging for Partnerships. Question: why didn't she already have one Who handles this stuff over at AEW because this was an airball.gotta get your biggest talent involved in cross-cultural promotion. Give the millions of (fake) stan accounts what they want the CEO out here begging for Partnerships. Question: why"
X Link 2024-07-30T21:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The RIZIN steroid controversy isn't like an old fashioned yakuza scandal. It's not even a fight fixing problem. The complete lack of knowledge about steroid and fight culture is blowing up because RIZIN has a newer social media-based audience with Breaking Down"
X Link 2024-09-01T20:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@Murphs56 The reaction in Japan has been universal praise for Giulia's WWE introduction. It really is crazy to see how many Japanese fans are wanting her to become Ichiro or Ohtani. This is a much different feeling of home expectations and pressure than any of the other Japanese talents"
X Link 2024-09-02T06:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Ren Hiramoto is denying the doping allegations leveled against him. Here he is accompanied with his two attorneys at the Monday night press conference. [--] https://t.co/OX7DHwzWSP [--] https://t.co/OX7DHwzWSP"
X Link 2024-09-02T09:26Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Tonight was a perfect example why Tony Khan and AEW will never be able to consistently recruit blue chip sponsors. Going to be some interesting discussions in WBD circles on Monday and rightfully so"
X Link 2024-09-08T04:17Z [----] followers, 102.6K engagements
"Every wrestling gadfly keeps promising that $WBD is going to give record cash to AEW for rights renewal. You know what the NBA NFL NCAA and even the WNBA offer The ability to attract sponsorship because of the right demographics. AEW has no broad appeal to sponsors. None"
X Link 2024-09-08T04:32Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@CaptGrapeDrink One-off sponsorship deals. Not the kind of sponsorship deals that make the difference for a company being profitable or very profitable"
X Link 2024-09-08T04:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Reading the comments to Karim's article about the UFC/Trump [---] White House tag team is depressing. It's the usual comments section you would see on Youtube. As we saw with MMA Guru's audience most people don't even know who owns UFC. Even fewer get what Ari Emanuel is up to. The UFC used its cultural influence and platform to help propel Trump back into the White House something I warned would happen. Heres why you can no longer ignore the cagefighting organization's political cloutand what it could mean for the future https://t.co/2G5Riddilx The UFC used its cultural influence and platform"
X Link 2024-11-07T08:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The amount of people who don't know that Ari Emanuel runs UFC is staggering. About 99.99% of the population has no clue that the Fertittas & Ari have extracted billions of dollars from banks by loaning against UFC as an asset to pay themselves & friends. Total fear in media. @heynottheface Not only are they cash profitable they raised debt to pay senior management bonuses while stagnating athlete wages I know you already know But this really puts their financial position in perspective for people that are unaware @heynottheface Not only are they cash profitable they raised debt to pay senior"
X Link 2024-11-18T16:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"An update on #UFC310 ticket sales for T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas: they're really bad. Markdowns are already happening. $1200 seats down to $1000. $1000 seats down to $750. Even with papering this could get real ugly. The erosion of the Vegas market for UFC is a big story"
X Link 2024-11-20T01:16Z [----] followers, 164.9K engagements
"Everyone's willing to spin claims about the new AEW/WBD deal but no one actually wants to publish the contract and/or options provisions within it. The same writers who won't show their homework are clinging on trying to sell the remnants of "the chase" they marketed for [--] years WOR: AEW is now getting $3.6 Million a week from their new media rights deal with WBD. https://t.co/3ZzDTdWHOy WOR: AEW is now getting $3.6 Million a week from their new media rights deal with WBD. https://t.co/3ZzDTdWHOy"
X Link 2025-01-03T01:27Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"I'm looking forward to watching @MikeHeck_JR and his town hall with Donn Davis. So are lots of investors. I want to hear Donn explicitly claim -- or disavow -- that Scott Coker supposedly sandbagged PFL with large Bellator contracts that escaped PFL due diligence. On the record"
X Link 2025-01-14T01:32Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The first ten minutes of this video update from @erichterrr and @JakeAryehMMA is very telling regarding UFC's future with ESPN & Netflix. In the reply to this post I'll point you to an article from The MMA Draw to skim and pay close attention to. https://www.youtube.com/watchv=dEdKhN3VY3c https://www.youtube.com/watchv=dEdKhN3VY3c"
X Link 2025-03-14T22:34Z [----] followers, 446K engagements
"Nate Wilcox raised an excellent point at The MMA Draw about the history of UFC's media partners and how the ending of those relationships became rather. complicated. Spike TV then Fox now ESPN. Is Disney comfortable (enough) with Bryce Mitchell and the Tate Brothers NY Post reporter says hes hearing UFC PPV buys are way down to the point where fighters who have clauses for PPV points to get more money arent getting much (if any) of it triggered because the buys are so low. NY Post reporter says hes hearing UFC PPV buys are way down to the point where fighters who have clauses for PPV points"
X Link 2025-03-15T21:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Oh goodness. "Many MMA fans just care about fighters and fights." They're called CUSTOMERS. Try attracting some"
X Link 2025-03-16T22:34Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The biggest aspect of the WWE-AAA deal announced Saturday TKO's use of a Joint Venture. Expect JVs to become the tool TKO utilizes to acquire as many international assets as possible to bolster Netflix business. A peek behind the M & A curtain. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/tko-ramps-up-m-and-a-spending-spree https://www.themmadraw.com/p/tko-ramps-up-m-and-a-spending-spree"
X Link 2025-04-20T14:25Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@robnashville Here is a PDF link to the complaint Floyd's team filed in court on Wednesday: https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.nysd.641612/gov.uscourts.nysd.641612.1.0.pdf https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.nysd.641612/gov.uscourts.nysd.641612.1.0.pdf"
X Link 2025-05-02T22:38Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"@robnashville The timing on Floyd's defamation lawsuit against Business Insider is intriguing given this recent Atavist article published about Floyd and Jona Rechnitz. Are they going to sue Atavist next https://magazine.atavist.com/all-that-glitters-jona-rechnitz-lawsuit-jadelle-jewelry-coba-ethereummax-mayweather/ https://magazine.atavist.com/all-that-glitters-jona-rechnitz-lawsuit-jadelle-jewelry-coba-ethereummax-mayweather/"
X Link 2025-05-02T22:42Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"According to @heynottheface the following fighters filed UFC antitrust claims (estimated amounts in USD): Jon Jones $6.5M Brock Lesnar $3.4M Ronda Rousey (over $6M) Anderson Silva (over $10M) Conor McGregor $9M GSP $6M https://heynottheface.substack.com/p/fighters-who-were-prepared-to-testify https://heynottheface.substack.com/p/fighters-who-were-prepared-to-testify"
X Link 2025-07-01T13:19Z [----] followers, 17.2K engagements
"WWE and UFC do not share the same demographics. WWE's audience is very much Democrat/Labour/progressive. Even after LA booing Hulk Hogan out of the house people still think WWE fans under age [--] are conservative. They're not. Funniest part is TKO management ignoring this. Trump is losing his populist magic. Him getting booed at a WWE event is quite shocking. https://t.co/125rGZf68N Trump is losing his populist magic. Him getting booed at a WWE event is quite shocking. https://t.co/125rGZf68N"
X Link 2025-08-04T06:26Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Once Dana is out of the Endeavor-curated media client bubble his inability to think on his feet with consistency is now exposed. Watch for the friction between him and Mark Shapiro to increase. Mark stepped up the attacks on Vince McMahon: The Businessman this week. Dana's next When you don't do interviews and you're used to bootlickers or press that is too worried about keeping their credentials well you get triggered by a basic fair question. When you don't do interviews and you're used to bootlickers or press that is too worried about keeping their credentials well you get triggered by a"
X Link 2025-09-12T14:22Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"According to Missouri Secretary of State Business Search records Jason House took over as registered agent from James Krause on Iridium Rental Properties LLC on April [--] [----]. The Minner incident occurred in November of [----]. For whatever its worth the guy seemed genuinely distraught and appreciative someone wanted his side. Notably house states he has not had contact with James Krause since the Minner scandal and cooperated with authorities in that case. For whatever its worth the guy seemed genuinely distraught and appreciative someone wanted his side. Notably house states he has not had"
X Link 2025-11-04T03:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Brand new article (for free no less) at The MMA Draw talking about the crowd for UFC [---] at Madison Square Garden and how nine years removed from Conor McGregor vs. Eddie Alvarez UFC at MSG is now just one giant pit stop to grab Wall Street cash. It explains a lot of things:"
X Link 2025-11-16T21:29Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Tatsuro Taira winning is a big shot in the arm for UFC Japanese hopes. Taira is Lemino and Shooto-linked so great for their rising & rebuilding profile. Kai Asakura winning last year would be been much bigger for both UFC & RIZIN profiles in Japan. Stoppage was fine Flattened Face down Eating punches Moreno wasn't doing anything other than covering up and taking shots Stoppage was fine Flattened Face down Eating punches Moreno wasn't doing anything other than covering up and taking shots"
X Link 2025-12-07T05:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"When I talk about how Endeavor/Silver Lake through TKO has managed to institutionalize both stock ownership & debt financing with all of the world's major financial institutions here's a perfect example. CalPERS owns TKO stock. WWE & UFC for pensioners. https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-california-public-employees-retirement-system-sells-6989-shares-of-tko-group-holdings-inc-tko-2025-12-12/ https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/filing-california-public-employees-retirement-system-sells-6989-shares-of-tko-group-holdings-inc-tko-2025-12-12/"
X Link 2025-12-12T23:25Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"If you want some hard-hitting entertaining reading I would strongly recommend this MMA Draw article from @KidNate about the growing risk of Dana White as a "key man" for UFC. His liabilities are increasing while TKO has no replacement ready to step in. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/dana-white-is-exhibit-a-in-the-tko https://www.themmadraw.com/p/dana-white-is-exhibit-a-in-the-tko"
X Link 2026-01-16T23:44Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"ESPN killed Friday Night Fights to promote Al Haymon's hedge-fund backed PBC. That imploded. What makes you think they can pay/promote UFC"
X Link 2017-04-26T21:28Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Lost in the Jon Jones/USADA "snitching" story: a huge $ conflict of interest for Jeff Novitzky. He's working for UFC while his fiancee is a current Federal agent. Novitzky's old Fed contacts still exist. He has capability to weaponize the Feds yes Kind of a big deal no"
X Link 2018-09-24T22:58Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
""Shit I thought it was entertaining. I was happy to see it." - Derrick Lewis on FS1 after Khabib/Conor #ufc229 brawl"
X Link 2018-10-07T05:29Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"A UFC gag order waiver Liquidated damages Signed by fighters under economic duress with one party exerting a disparate amount of adhesive power Signed by fighters without having an attorney present Over the last [--] days I've literally called every step UFC was about to do. It's because they were required to sign a document which says that they can lose their whole purse and bonuses if they say anything negative about the COVID protocols. It's because they were required to sign a document which says that they can lose their whole purse and bonuses if they say anything negative about the COVID"
X Link 2020-05-09T22:48Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"There is a great article by Toshiaki Kawada former All Japan champion-turned-ramen master about his response to the image perpetuated about him as a Japanese version of Seinfeld's "Soup Nazi". Why Kawada's ramen shop is famous for its House Rules 1/x https://gendai.media/articles/-/68237 https://gendai.media/articles/-/68237"
X Link 2022-11-02T02:30Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Kawada notes how 80% of new ramen shops close within [--] years. He opened a ramen shop wrote a book about the restaurant business and released it right before the COVID lockdowns hit. It burnished his lifelong image as a masochist fully stubborn and determined to succeed. 2/x"
X Link 2022-11-02T02:32Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Kawada's ramen shop classified as a "celebrity ramen" spot gained headlines for its House Rules. Customers must state in advance how many ramen orders they want before entering. He wants ramen orders in order to avoid non-ramen orders involving cheap side dishes/desserts. 3/x"
X Link 2022-11-02T02:34Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Kawada said he instituted the ramen order requirement in order to speed up customer service and increase turnout. He noted this is a very different strategy from other ramen shops that rely on the psychology of long waiting lines in order to create an image of high demand. 4/x"
X Link 2022-11-02T02:36Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Kawada instituted a policy of not having customers photograph him while he is in the kitchen working. If you want a picture with him you have to buy a t-shirt. And he does photos in one setting in order to avoid start-and-stop interruptions for cooking. Efficiency is key. 5/x"
X Link 2022-11-02T02:37Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"In order to prevent frequent start-and-stop picture interruptions in his ramen shop Kawada is increasing the frequency of fan meet-and-greet sessions at his ramen shop. There are different themed events with different dishes to match the occasions. 6/x"
X Link 2022-11-02T02:38Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Kawada's ramen shop has a cult following because the customer process reflects heavily on his personality. The same mentality that made him a famously stubborn and masochistic wrestler is what has created his iconoclastic image as a restaurateur with his own House Rules. END"
X Link 2022-11-02T02:39Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"ABEMA (CyberAgent/Asahi) said they're overwhelmed by PPV buys for #MutoFinal. They declared NOAH's Tokyo Dome event was their biggest wrestling box office. Record PPV social mass media numbers. Muto changed the game with the G-1 & now with ABEMA. https://www.oricon.co.jp/news/2269001/full/ https://www.oricon.co.jp/news/2269001/full/"
X Link 2023-02-23T09:45Z [----] followers, 12.2K engagements
"When Mr. Tenryu retired he was so happy to stop training. Mr. Muto and Mr. Kobashi are built different. Two knee replacements. Possible hip replacement due to over-exertion. The recovery time and pain from knee replacements is punishing especially if leg bone is shaved. https://t.co/FjTSfHeSVm https://t.co/FjTSfHeSVm"
X Link 2023-02-23T13:57Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The Power Slap live stream on Rumble just ended. At its peak there were about [------] live viewers. The stream itself was flawless in terms of production and processing. I will thread this post with several personal observations coming out of this spectacle. 1/x Michael Bisping is currently commentating the Power Slap final on Rumble. To no surprise it's drawing some views. I've repeatedly said that Dana views Rumble as his version of Spike TV. TBS was simply his launching point to jump start Rumble. Michael Bisping is currently commentating the Power Slap final on Rumble. To no surprise it's"
X Link 2023-03-12T05:41Z [----] followers, 20.9K engagements
"I don't care what anyone says -- Dana White and company absolutely executed what they wanted to accomplish with this Power Slap live event on Rumble. Even though the event was longer than [--] 1/2 hours the showrunning was super tight and the kind of UFC format you expect. 2/x"
X Link 2023-03-12T05:43Z [----] followers, 13.2K engagements
"This Power Slap live stream is a big deal for Rumble. They have been really aggressive in grabbing content creators and tying up with Dana White and UFC is exactly the kind of digital footprint they needed for awareness. Fits right into their political & cultural vibe"
X Link 2023-03-12T05:44Z [----] followers, 12.4K engagements
"You're about to find out what the online MMA fan base has been arguing about for years with UFC: the more the profits grow the less most of the talent gets paid in proportion to company growth. And I would fully expect tight arbitration clauses in new deals. WWE is fucking crazy if they fumble first Mercedes Mon and now Drew Galloway because of money issues. For a company worth billion dollars why are they not paying their top guys/women properly WWE is fucking crazy if they fumble first Mercedes Mon and now Drew Galloway because of money issues. For a company worth billion dollars why are"
X Link 2023-04-08T10:57Z [----] followers, 37K engagements
"Antonio Inoki Dusty Rhodes Stan Hansen and Hulk Hogan in the same ring. Before the proliferation of PPV in the US Japan was the gateway for a lot of dream matches with American wrestlers that you never contemplated would face each other. [----] All Japan was the apex. # # # # #njpw #198065 # https://t.co/DjYPZ4yK77 # # # # #njpw #198065 # https://t.co/DjYPZ4yK77"
X Link 2023-06-05T15:22Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"This match was from the WWF Mania [----] Japan tour at Osaka Castle Hall. The fans in Japan felt Yokozuna could kill Tenryu for real so Mean Gene had to lay it in extra thick to get the fans believing in him. The re-match a year later was a sad reminder of Yoko's dying future. Yokozuna vs. Genichiro Tenryu. Probably one of the hardest hitting WWF matches of the 90s. (5.9.1994) π https://t.co/hizRBlB6tm Yokozuna vs. Genichiro Tenryu. Probably one of the hardest hitting WWF matches of the 90s. (5.9.1994) π https://t.co/hizRBlB6tm"
X Link 2023-08-04T20:43Z [----] followers, 21.6K engagements
"Regardless of what happens tonight in the #G1CLIMAX33 C Block match series in Yokohama Eddie Kingston achieved his number one dream of meeting @orenooudou and it was filmed by New Japan. Here is the brand new video that was just released publicly: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=W9tXP2qib_A https://www.youtube.com/watchv=W9tXP2qib_A"
X Link 2023-08-08T04:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"RIZIN issuing a warning to anyone on social media that they will contact the police if you upload clips from today's Nagoya PPV event on social media. π¨π¨ RIZINYouTubeSNS 9/24RIZIN.44 π¨π¨ RIZINYouTubeSNS 9/24RIZIN.44"
X Link 2023-10-01T03:54Z [----] followers, 58.4K engagements
"In the Number interview with Mr. Tenryu & Mr. Shibata Shibata said that he had an 18% chance of survival after his craniotomy in [----]. He lost a lot of his vision in his right eye and has recovered some of it back through painful electrotherapeutic (current/shock) therapy. 2/x"
X Link 2023-12-03T04:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Another complication of Katsuyori Shibata's hematoma & craniotomy was loss of physical strength. He lost his power doing basic dojo exercises like using his knees for push-ups. It has taken him several years of training & rehabilitation to gain core strength back against all odds"
X Link 2023-12-03T04:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Katsuyori Shibata said that his stint in America taught him to do what you love in wrestling and to keep moving forward. He indicated that AEW was his big chance to wrestle again but as far as wrestling again in New Japan it seems uncertain. END"
X Link 2023-12-03T04:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"What financial institution or analyst has specifically tagged a $650M valuation on Power Slap What financial institution or analyst has specifically projected a $1B valuation on Power Slap Is $TKO making these assertions Whose assertions are they The business success of Power Slap is astounding. Here's my story https://t.co/Izgn5zc4GJ The business success of Power Slap is astounding. Here's my story https://t.co/Izgn5zc4GJ"
X Link 2024-03-15T05:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"By far the biggest news few if any in the sports media have read - let alone understand. The Endeavor python is rapidly and quickly consuming as much as possible to create a closed loop with total creative control and isolate any challengers. Executed with precision. Patrick Whitesell to Launch Media Company With $250 Million Investment From Silver Lake as Part of Endeavor Deal https://t.co/Bv0OkRDM17 Patrick Whitesell to Launch Media Company With $250 Million Investment From Silver Lake as Part of Endeavor Deal https://t.co/Bv0OkRDM17"
X Link 2024-04-05T04:07Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The value of photography in fight sport is unparalleled. It's why you should always put a premium on those who do it best. Like @allelbows. The photo magazine culture built the Japanese scene. If you can't sell the visual you have nothing as a promoter. This is the story of the fight π€ https://t.co/kRdDlay5cE This is the story of the fight π€ https://t.co/kRdDlay5cE"
X Link 2024-04-21T05:34Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"I'm watching this interview with Fumi Saito and writing down notes/quotes from this. The topics are about Marigold Stardom Rossy Ogawa and of course the comments made by Kenny Omega and what the reaction has been in Japan. At the end of the thread I'll add my own notes. 1/x New episode of Write That Down premiering now https://t.co/Jn2ligrZXt @Fumihikodayo New episode of Write That Down premiering now https://t.co/Jn2ligrZXt @Fumihikodayo"
X Link 2024-05-06T08:54Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Gavin Newsom's athletic commission in San Francisco during their December 9th hearing to license Power Slap asked if this could sell out the Staples Center"
X Link 2024-06-09T23:39Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"AEW will never permanently raise its ceiling again until Tony Khan is gone from the equation. You can no longer disassociate the brand from the owner. Like Jerry Jones and the Cowboys. The roster can't repair enough of the damage. Which makes WWE's run post-Vince so remarkable"
X Link 2024-07-25T21:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"RIZIN is running the stadium version of Saitama Super Arena. It is amazing to see how quiet the interest is in the non-Japanese press for this event"
X Link 2024-07-26T23:07Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Saitama prosecutors are seeking a two year prison sentence for Enson Inoue over "drug candy" (chocolates). The defense is arguing that Enson is not a drug addict and was eating the special candy due to physical pain. A determination for sentencing will happen on October 3rd. 2() https://t.co/RNcDbtbgKi 2() https://t.co/RNcDbtbgKi"
X Link 2024-08-28T02:13Z [----] followers, 31.9K engagements
"@WESTIGON The wrong side of what CTE on TV Needle injections This is what you're defending now for long-term mass appeal of sponsorship cash This is your vision of wrestling I've covered guys in fire matches. Scorpion matches. Nail bed matches. Those shops are out of business"
X Link 2024-09-08T04:35Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The danger of AEW being the first true major Twitter wrestling promotion is not only does the brand absorb all the heat (fairly/unfairly) from online fan behavior it also absorbs all the heat from the writers who cover/cheerlead for the company. A stain that can't be removed"
X Link 2024-11-24T21:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"If you want to show some support to @lennehardt then head over to her account to read about her husband's battle with cancer and how you can help out. Oh shit they got Lenne Hardt with the RIZIN music Oh shit they got Lenne Hardt with the RIZIN music"
X Link 2024-12-08T06:04Z [----] followers, 11.2K engagements
"Have I got some stories to tell from that time period. So this is the public stance Dana and UFC want to carry into [----]. Easy to erase the past when you have all the money and leverage. Dana White: There's such a rich history of MMA in Japan. Some of the best days of my life were our rivalry with Pride. It was a really fun time in my life. https://t.co/2xK0opC9z0 Dana White: There's such a rich history of MMA in Japan. Some of the best days of my life were our rivalry with Pride. It was a really fun time in my life. https://t.co/2xK0opC9z0"
X Link 2024-12-08T07:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"It's going to take some time to sink in but the RAW debut on Netflix wasn't necessarily about wrestling the fans or even WWE itself. This was pure Hollywood power politics with billions of dollars on the line. Worth an article for Thursday at The MMA Draw. So much wrong with that Raw show. Zero reason to hook me as a viewer to want to tune in next week. Way too much nostalgia. Matches way too long No big angle shot at all on the show. Huge disappointment for me. Solo/Reigns run in & Roman/Rock post match was best thing on the show So much wrong with that Raw show. Zero reason to hook me as a"
X Link 2025-01-08T02:28Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"How much would it cost Netflix to buy all the UFC rights and end the PPV model as we know it Would Netflix get in their own version of the PPV game and use WWE & UFC as a guinea pig to test out new model$ https://www.themmadraw.com/p/why-ufc-fans-need-to-pay-attention https://www.themmadraw.com/p/why-ufc-fans-need-to-pay-attention"
X Link 2025-01-09T22:26Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"My only comment on the GFL implosion: Whoever got paid will eventually be outed in discovery if future litigation is filed. Especially if you are a podcaster or media writer. Come clean now. A paid relationship is not protected journalistic speech. That's a business transaction"
X Link 2025-04-10T20:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"All you need to know about Endeavor's media control is that they sent out TKO talking points to major outlets about the Ali Act amendment before the act text of legislation is introduced in Congress. This legislation will reportedly let promoters control their rank and titles. Like the UFC does. Independent rank and title is the biggest protection that lets boxers earn so much more than MMA fighters. This legislation will reportedly let promoters control their rank and titles. Like the UFC does. Independent rank and title is the biggest protection that lets boxers earn so much more than MMA"
X Link 2025-07-23T17:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"A no-holds-barred look at the new Ali Act amendment that would create the conditions for an inevitable TKO/Zuffa Boxing monopoly. The Zuffa Myth all over. It's as ugly as you can imagine. Here's what the Endeavor-flavored US sports media won't discuss. https://www.themmadraw.com/p/tko-and-ufc-are-ready-for-congress https://www.themmadraw.com/p/tko-and-ufc-are-ready-for-congress"
X Link 2025-07-23T20:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"There is absolutely no financial filings from Triller on the SEC about such a development. They still haven't submitted their [----] financials to the SEC and it's October 1st. Per David Feldman $ILLR Triller is just a minority shareholder now in BKFC and the majority ownership is 'up for grabs'. https://t.co/MzV0BS5WfH https://t.co/mBskjoEzHR Per David Feldman $ILLR Triller is just a minority shareholder now in BKFC and the majority ownership is 'up for grabs'. https://t.co/MzV0BS5WfH https://t.co/mBskjoEzHR"
X Link 2025-10-01T19:32Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Best most prepared critic of the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act by far on today's California State Athletic Commission meeting. He was the only one to point out the obvious issue. TKO says they need a UBO yet they just promoted Canelo vs. Crawford. A [--] year old amateur boxer named Gabriel is the first one to call in and criticize the Act proposal A [--] year old amateur boxer named Gabriel is the first one to call in and criticize the Act proposal"
X Link 2025-10-15T18:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"It's also revealing that it's many veterans in the MMA industry not boxing who are voicing the loudest protests to the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act based on UFC's history of business practices. Other than random videos where is Oscar or Arum or the other players Pretty telling that the only ones calling in to support the new Ali Act bill are ones who will benefit from it - Promoters Zuffa employees or adjacent - and the fighters and fighter advocates are opposing it. Clearly tells you who it's gonna benefit most if it passes. Pretty telling that the only ones calling in to support"
X Link 2025-10-15T18:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Don't call TKO a government contractor or else you'll get labeled a conspiracy theorist. Do you have a proven ability to translate business objectives into effective government relations strategies A deep network of relationships with state and federal elected officials Awareness of labor relations issues TKO needs you. https://t.co/zLmdSmugMQ https://t.co/sQFvEXAU70 Do you have a proven ability to translate business objectives into effective government relations strategies A deep network of relationships with state and federal elected officials Awareness of labor relations issues TKO needs"
X Link 2025-10-18T12:17Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Exactly why I've focused with on-the-record UFC admissions regarding Dulgarian. Whoever in the UFC office thought admitting that IC360 tipped them off but still proceeded with the fight instead of postponing it -- only to call the Feds afterwards -- demonstrates high negligence Two @MLB pitchers are looking at a potential 65-year prison sentence if they're found guilty. Given the severity of this punishment I expect anyone involved in the @UFC's recent scandals including the Minner and Dulgarian fights to face similar consequences. The UFC Two @MLB pitchers are looking at a potential 65-year"
X Link 2025-11-10T10:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Scott Coker is running out of reasons for NOT making a fight between Eddie Alvarez and Gilbert Melendez happen. Get it done. #mma"
X Link 2010-10-22T03:13Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"On ESPN Dana White just acted like his dog died"
X Link 2015-11-15T06:49Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Kimbo Slice needed a heart transplant but was allowed to fight by the Texas athletic commission a couple of months ago Investigate"
X Link 2016-06-08T03:02Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"1) Lesnar failed USADA test 2) before Mark Hunt fight 3) but disclosed after #ufc200 4) while company ca$hed out 5) and brushes Hunt away"
X Link 2016-07-16T02:06Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Oh dear Jesus the angry hot debate sports morning talk shows are pushing the Conor McGregor/Floyd Mayweather angle again. Help us all"
X Link 2016-11-14T16:03Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"ESPN is on the ropes. They needed big stars programs. ESPN gave away their boxing position to Al Haymon. What a massive failure in the end"
X Link 2017-04-27T03:08Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"From start to finish tonight's ESPN telecast of the Top Rank #PacquiaoHorn fight is why UFC needs to stay with Fox and away from Bristol. https://x.com/lthomasnews/status/881378811195121664 "You don't see this in the UFC." - Stephen A. Smith essentially admitting he doesn't watch MMA or UFC. https://x.com/lthomasnews/status/881378811195121664 "You don't see this in the UFC." - Stephen A. Smith essentially admitting he doesn't watch MMA or UFC"
X Link 2017-07-02T05:14Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"The UFC legacy of Jon Jones: the only man who could ever stop Jon Jones was Jon Jones himself. Daniel Cormier should sue the hell out of him"
X Link 2017-08-23T00:52Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Amazing what USADA era in UFC has shown. Cormier and Bisping were screwed repeatedly against UFC cheaters. Both champs yet fans groan on DC"
X Link 2017-08-23T03:25Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Bob Bennett is a worse executive director of the Nevada State Athletic Commission than Keith Kizer ever was. How the hell did that happen https://x.com/steveucnlive/status/909265526601400320 118-110 Canelo 115-113 GGG 114-114 a draw. honestly can't complain all that much. But Adelaide Byrd good grief LOL #boxing https://x.com/steveucnlive/status/909265526601400320 118-110 Canelo 115-113 GGG 114-114 a draw. honestly can't complain all that much. But Adelaide Byrd good grief LOL #boxing"
X Link 2017-09-17T04:03Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Andre Ward: great all-time boxer all-time box office bust. Putting the screws to Dan Goossen was disgraceful. http://www.fightopinion.com/2017/09/21/andre-ward-boxing-legacy-box-office-bust-dan-goossen-james-prince http://www.fightopinion.com/2017/09/21/andre-ward-boxing-legacy-box-office-bust-dan-goossen-james-prince"
X Link 2017-09-21T22:19Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Al Haymon's companies received notice of depositions today from attorneys in the Kansas shareholder lawsuit against hedge funds backing him"
X Link 2017-09-28T05:20Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Wally Yamaguchi just like the late Don Arakawa was the hustler (ref booker photog) in the Japanese fight business. Wally JR Paul Heyman and Jim Cornette were the true glue guys who sacrificed to make everything work. Pro"
X Link 2017-12-15T05:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
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