13 Months Ago, John Chandler from MMA on Tap says (in ProElite Attempting to Block Public Auction) The planned public auction will see both the EliteXC and King of the Cage brands up for sale as well as the contracts of such fighters as Kimbo Slice, Gina Carano, Jake Shields, Robbie Lawler, and Frank Shamrock among others.

And John Chandler from MMA on Tap says (in Showtime Puts ProElite Up for Public Sale) According to paperwork filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission this afternoon, Showtime Network intends to sell the remaining assets under the ProElite banner at a public auction in Los Angeles, California on November 17.

14 Months Ago, Chart Topper from The MMA News says (in Showtime Looking To Acquire ProElite Inc.) Showtime Networks is making moves, including filing with the SEC(Securities and Exchange Commision), to begin formal negotiations aimed at acquiring ProElite Inc, the parent company for EliteXC, King of the Cage, Cage Rage and ICON Sports.

Here’s the filing quote:

Showtime failed to return any calls, but look for an official statement soon. Showtime Networks is making moves, including filing with the SEC(Securities and Exchange Commision), to begin formal negotiations aimed at acquiring ProElite Inc, the parent company for EliteXC, King of the Cage, Cage Rage and ICON Sports. The only surprise is who’s looking to buy ProElite, as most MMA insiders assumed that a major infusion [...]