Is Ronda Rousey trying to send a message to UFC fighters? | Ep. 243

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit heynottheface.substack.com SUPPORT EXPANDING THE ALI ACTIn today’s episode, we’re looking at the latest updates to the UFC antitrust cases and the Senate hearing for the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act. We also discuss the possibility of the Saudis pulling up most of their sports investments, starting with LIV Golf and possibly extending through combat sports. We also examine Ronda Rousey’s comments about fighter pay, as well as all the principal fighters on that Netflix card appearing united in their message of being “free” and making lots of money with MVP. There’s a lot more, so make sure to follow along with our outline as you listen:*We urge you to pick up a paid subscription, as it helps us keep the show going* Episode 243 Outline* Are there any new updates or filings to the UFC antitrust cases?* What’s going on with the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act?* There’s a lot of chatter swirling around that suggests the Saudis are about to pull out of their LIV Golf investments. What does this mean for the athletes they signed?* Could we see them pull out of their boxing and MMA investments?* What would that mean for Zuffa Boxing if they did, because doesn’t Sela own 60% of the promotion?* MVP’s Rousey-Carano card is doing a press run with the principal fighters and Ronda Rousey has been scorching all the earth around her. What did you think of her comments about UFC pay, specifically regarding Kayla Harrison, and that the minimum purse on the card would be $40K?* She invited Paddy Pimblett to “come talk to me when your contract is up”. Is she possibly serving another role within MVP?* What did you think of Francis Ngannou’s “free fighter” comments?* Postwrestling released an overview of the revenue share of WWE with its talent. What did that look like?*Joint status report*