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Originally posted by Punch Me View PostYeah, I'm a fan, I don't really understand business, but I guess it has to do with M1 Global crap
The UFC has long been the 500 pound gorilla in the room, however Strikeforce is actually the real deal. They did not just arise from nowhere, as was the case with Affliction and EliteXC.
In addition, M-1 is utilizing a partnership with Strikeforce, so that M-1 is able to utilize the platform which Strikeforce provides. As such, the signings of high-profile fighters Emelianenko and Mousasi cannot be viewed in such a light as that they are draining resources from Strikeforce (hence the $5000 reported purse for Mousasi's last fight).
Also, it is significant to note that while Fedor enjoys a cult following in the West, he is a well established figure in the East. In this way, M-1 Global, it seems, is able to capitalize on this international appeal of Fedor, etc. as well.
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Originally posted by Organik View PostRead above.
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Originally posted by Mozza View PostI have and it sounds rather like propaganda. Using three fighters, one of them yet to have a meaningful fight, as examples of the wealth of talent outwith UFC is denial in the extreme. Likewise, repeating myths like "Fedor is big in the rest of the world" doesn't really carry much weight. It is entirely possible to maintain respect for Fedor while criticisng his decision to sign for Strikeforce.
Originally posted by Organik View PostIt's about business. If you don't understand that, you wouldn't understand.
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Originally posted by Mozza View PostI have and it sounds rather like propaganda. Using three fighters, one of them yet to have a meaningful fight, as examples of the wealth of talent outwith UFC is denial in the extreme. Likewise, repeating myths like "Fedor is big in the rest of the world" doesn't really carry much weight. It is entirely possible to maintain respect for Fedor while criticisng his decision to sign for Strikeforce.
And I didn't explain my reasoning in full, however judging by your response I don't think we can have a meaningful discussion here.
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