Fight Business Podcast #21: UFC cuts explained - which fighters are at risk of being released?

Welcome back to the Fight Business Podcast, Patrick Auger's show dedicated to the business-side of mixed martial arts.  In this episode, Auger breaks down the UFC's decision to release fighters Yoel Romero, Anthony Johnson, Rachael Ostovich, Jussier Formiga, and many more. UFC president Dana White has said that the promotion is on track to cut 60 fighters to end the year.  Auger comments that this may not be a set number of fighters, but more so a total dollar amount. Auger discusses Endeavor's struggles and how they impact the UFC. He also shares examples of fighters who could be at risk due to either lucrative contracts and/or not being able to draw in the casual audience. Timestamps:   - Endeavor's struggles and how this impacts UFC decision making (1:00)   - The type of fighters who could be at risk (26:58)   - Examples of fighters who could be released by the UFC (39:13)   - UFC Antitrust Lawsuit Granted Class Certification (50:40) If you enjoyed this Fight Business Podcast episode, make sure to hit the like and subscribe buttons and stick around for more content like this. Follow Patrick Auger on Twitter: @AllDayAuger   Subscribe to The Body Lock: https://bit.ly/35iN7bz Like The Body Lock on Facebook: https://goo.gl/Xm7sAS Follow The Body Lock on Twitter: https://goo.gl/zt6naT Read more: https://thebodylockmma.com