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UFC The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is a U.S.-based mixed martial arts organization, recognized as the largest MMA promotion in the world. The UFC is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada and is owned and operated by Zuffa, LLC. This promotion is responsible for solidifying the sport's postion in the history-books.
UFC is currently undergoing a remarkable surge in popularity, along with greater mainstream media coverage. UFC programming can now be seen on FOX, FX, and FUEL TV in the United States, as well as in 35 other countries worldwide.
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08-09-2012, 02:30 PM
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Rough Sex and Banana Pudding
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Originally Posted by marcthegame
I don't think you can question the deal, from a business pov this a great deal for both parties. He is the future and face of MMA.
Question though why is this big news when Anderson Silva is sponsor by Nike also?
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Anderson is sponsored by Nike Brazil.
Jones has a global sponsorship and you'll probably see ads of him in stores like Champs and on their website and what not. |
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08-09-2012, 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by King JLB
I can't believe the ignorance of some people, sometimes you just have to suffer to realize how stupid and deadly drunk driving is.
AS for Jones being selected I think it's a terrible move based purely on the drunk driving. If it weren't for that, he'd be the perfect candidate. Only we hardcore fans really care about his personal life and how real or fake he is. The general Nike population will just see an amazing athlete.
I can see Nike pushing him beyond GSP for recognition if he manages to stay at the top for many years to come. Nike is just so damn big.
All that being said, GSP really laid the groundwork for major sponsors so it's great to see big companies getting more involved.
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Drunk driving is a big deal, but not as far as Nike is concerned. The fanbase in general tends to have the memory of a goldfish. One NBA player or another gets DWIs almost every summer, it doesn't affect their product sales in the least. |
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08-09-2012, 02:33 PM
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Its kind of sad that racism is thriving live and well.Any other sport with a "diverse" fanbase and jones would be the biggest box office ticket easily.But not with mma where most of the fans are of the same hue :smh:
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08-09-2012, 03:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Kreed
Its kind of sad that racism is thriving live and well.Any other sport with a "diverse" fanbase and jones would be the biggest box office ticket easily.But not with mma where most of the fans are of the same hue :smh:
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Wow, still coming with the same ol same ol. Jones will be the biggest box office draw if he continues to perform the way he does. Jones just finished beating literally everyone's favorite LHW fighter from Shogun, to Rampage (omg black too!!!), to Rashad, (people clearly wanted Rashad to win because Jones is black), and Machida (not white either, as if it matters in anyone's head except yours and a couple other racist beatniks).
Once people calm down, realize how exciting Jones is, and once they get over the fact that no matter which top 5 fighter you cheered for before Jones entered the picture, he annihilated them, he will have a love train. |
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08-09-2012, 03:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Kreed
Its kind of sad that racism is thriving live and well.Any other sport with a "diverse" fanbase and jones would be the biggest box office ticket easily.But not with mma where most of the fans are of the same hue :smh:
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Don't believe everything you think. Ask yourself: Why do I constantly see racism in others? Perhaps it is the lens you are seeing the world through yourself.
GSP as a person is far more appreciated than JBJ. That may change someday, but it appears to be the situation currently. Has nothing to do with the race of either fighter. This sponsorship is good for JBJ, the sport, and for Nike. They will elevate the status of MMA in the mainstream because Nike is a trendsetting company. |
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08-09-2012, 03:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Kreed
Its kind of sad that racism is thriving live and well.Any other sport with a "diverse" fanbase and jones would be the biggest box office ticket easily.But not with mma where most of the fans are of the same hue :smh:
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Here we go again. Who would have guessed.
If anyone is racist it is you. And quiet frankly im tired of seeing you spew your hate filled garbage in every thread.
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08-09-2012, 03:59 PM
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He deserves it... He's the best fighter in the world IMO  |
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08-09-2012, 04:51 PM
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Just to clarify, by being the next "Jordan", I didnt mean that JBJ would be the most famous athlete of all time, or even the most famous fighter. I simply meant that he could get his own line of shoes lol. Sorry if I "stepped on anyones toes" (pun intended) with my remark.  |
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08-09-2012, 04:55 PM
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Amateur
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He earned it. Keep up the good work, boy!
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08-09-2012, 08:10 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Kreed
Its kind of sad that racism is thriving live and well.Any other sport with a "diverse" fanbase and jones would be the biggest box office ticket easily.But not with mma where most of the fans are of the same hue :smh:
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You're disgusting.
As for the OP, I'm glad Jones is getting the deal. Not only will this help Jones, but it will help garner interest in the sport with the large scale advertising we are sure to see in the future.
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Nike Signs UFC Champion Jon Jones to Global Sponsorship Deal
