With MMA now on network TV....

Arben · Jun 4, 2008

Jake said: ↑

As much shit as I give them, Golden Boy would be the sport's best chance at getting boxing back on the networks. Never mind their stable, they bring in the most sponsorship, which is the key to lasting on any network. None give a fuck about the content, just whether or not sponsors are willing to sign on long term.

That would be the key to eventually getting a super fight on free-TV. They could treat it like an NFL season - lesser-known fighters performing during the "regular" season at one set price for sponsors, with boxing's version of a Super Bowl coming at ten times the rate.

The first card would probably have to be a deal where a network (say ABC, since they were willing to try it with Tarver last year) offers the time slot free of charge. Doesn't offer a license fee, but also allows the promoter to keep all ad space revenue, just for the sake of establishing a starting point.

From there, they figure out a budget, and what level of fighters they can attract. The formula you (Mitchell) suggested works the best, and even better depending upon how little the marquee fighter is willing to settle for up front.
Click to expand...

Plus, Golden Boy (and MAYBE Arum) is the only one that seems financially capable of taking a hit.

Star Boxing was ready to go, but they pulled out because they were just under breaking even. And if I'm correct on the figures, the budget really isn't as bad as we're making it out to be.

Trplsec · Jun 4, 2008

Damn, give me the days of Dierdorf and Alex Wallau or Gil Clancy and Tim Ryan calling fights on network TV.

Log in or Sign up

With MMA now on network TV....

Arben "Twinkle Toes" McJack

Trplsec Sleeps in a Cage

Share This Page

Log in or Sign up

With MMA now on network TV....

Arben "Twinkle Toes" McJack

Trplsec Sleeps in a Cage

Share This Page

Useful Searches