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Can CBS, Strikeforce, and Fedor Emelianenko Elevate Mixed Martial Arts?

Thu, Nov 5 | from Bleacher Report
Now many years later, another potentially high impact event is upon MMA. Saturday November 11th, CBS will broadcast live on network television a Strikeforce event featuring one of the most recognized figures in the sport. Fedor Emelianenko will face off with Brett Rogers live on free T...

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Grading Strikeforce on CBS: Fedor Vs. Rogers- Plus & Minus

The early 3.79 million numbers do not take into account the heavyweight main event due to the overrun time of the program. CBS and Strikeforce can also chalk up wins in two key television demographics. Men 18-24 and men 18-34 years of age tuned into CBS Saturday Night Fights more than any other...
Mon, Nov 9 | from Bleacher Report

Preliminary CBS ratings for Strikeforce: ‘Fedor vs Rogers’ averages 3.79 million viewers

Considering this card was promoted exclusively around the main event between Brett Rogers and Fedor Emelianenko, it’s not unreasonable to think these numbers could spike for the main event, effectively raising the overall totals like it did for the previous CBS/MMA offering by Elite...
Sun, Nov 8 | from mmamania.com

Strikeforce: 'Fedor vs. Rogers' Winners and Losers: Gina Carano Tops List of Winners

Fedor Emelianenko: Fedor is a big winner coming out of the first Strikeforce CBS show. His previous largest audience in the United States was at just about 100,000 viewers for Affliction. Close to 5 million viewers watched him knock Brett Rogers out in spectacular fashion in a show buil...
Sun, Nov 8 | from Bloody Elbow

CBS Likes Strikeforce Demo, but Will MMA Return?

The early ratings are in for CBS's Saturday night MMA show, and although the numbers aren't as good as the network did last year with Kimbo Slice, CBS executive Kelly Kahl tells FanHouse he's encouraged that CBS improved on its usual Saturday night ratings among the coveted young male dem...
Sun, Nov 8 | from MMAFighting.com

Caution: Strikeforce Overnight Ratings Don't Include Overrun, Even Though the Entire Main Event Was in the Overrun

Fast overnight ratings are out for Strikeforce. The overnights only measure the ratings from 8:00pm to 11:00pm, which means the numbers contained do not include the main event of the show. The main event started at about 11:02, so the entire main event was in the overrun, which was not mea...
Sun, Nov 8 | from Bloody Elbow

The Ultimate Fighter 10 – Episode 8 Recap and Discussion

Team Rampage’s Marcus Jones became the team’s only fighter to advance to the tournament’s quarterfinals, handing Team Rashad their only loss of the opening round with a quick and impressive armbar submission of Mike Wessel. Click here for more The Ultimate Fighter 10 coverage.
Wed, Nov 4 | from MMAFrenzy.com

Alexander Cleared for Dec. 5 Bout, ‘Slice’ Rumored Opponent

Houston Alexander was approved for re-licensure Wednesday by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, clearing the way for an anticipated bout with Kevin “Kimbo Slice” Ferguson at “The Ultimate Fighter 10” finale on Dec. 5 in Las Vegas. Houston Alexander was approved for re-licensure Wed...
Wed, Nov 4 | from Sherdog.com

Strikeforce on CBS: The Importance of a Great First Impression

On Saturday November 7th , the Strikeforce promotional debut on CBS will no doubt open up a whole new market for both Strikeforce and MMA in general. Now all Strikeforce has to do is put on a good enough show to keep new viewers interested enough to come back. STRIKEFORCE MAIN CARD
Tue, Nov 3 | from Bleacher Report

Opinion: The Long-Term Kimbo Game

The more I think about it, the more I can’t see the long term logic in the UFC’s pursuing Kimbo Slice. The short-term benefit is pretty obvious. This season of TUF has enjoyed some great ratings. That means Spike can command a higher price for advertising slots, and it gives Dana White a large a...
Mon, Nov 2 | from Bloody Elbow

Strikeforce: Carano vs Cyborg A Huge Success With 576K Viewers Peaking at 856K...Plus Salaries, Gate, and Attendance Numbers

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