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A Closer Look at Pay-per-view Distribution

A Closer Look at Pay-per-view Distribution
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MMAcca
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In discussing the most recent bond rating for the UFC, it was mentioned that Zuffa has been able to negotiate favorable terms with their PPV partners and that this has lead to greater profitability even though buys have remained flat. With the structure of PPV being a bit Byzantine, confusion on the topic often runs rampant when discussed online.

In order to shed some light on this often murky end of the business, MMAPayout.com spoke with an insider in the PPV industry who has negotiated many ppv distribution deals. While not privy to the exact terms of Zuffa’s agreements with PPV, he was able to clarify his perception of the revenue split and how UFC may be getting favorable terms:




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Post #1   7/24/08 2:28:23PM   

RMFG_187
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too many big words in the article, so im just gonna say

Lower the PPV Price to $29 99!

or if u buy 10 UFC PPV's get 1 FREE!

Last edited 7/24/08 2:39PM by RMFG_187
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Post #2   7/24/08 2:39:26PM   
 
 
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