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In today’s episode, we’re looking at the PPV estimates posted by the Wrestling Observer, whether UFC has a star power problem, and the UFC antitrust updates, as well as emerging information on why the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act passed the House so quickly. We also discuss MVP’s latest moves in MMA, ONE’s infusion of cash, PFL’s chances of survival and GFL’s latest attempts to get their promotion off the ground. There’s a lot more, so make sure to follow along with our outline as you listen:

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Episode 238 Outline

* Are there any updates to the UFC antitrust cases?

* Are there any updates or new information for the Revival Act bill?

* We saw some UFC PPV estimates provided by the Wrestling Observer. What information were you able to glean from those?

* After last night’s event, many were discussing how Israel Adesanya losing a fourth, straight fight indicates the UFC is losing another bankable star (sold out arena and $4.2M gate). How important is star power to them considering they haven’t been selling out their on-the-road cards?

* Dana White took questions at the post-event presser and discussed Jon Jones’ contract negotiations, specifically regarding the White House card. What do you think happened there?

* He also said negotiations were ongoing for Conor McGregor’s return, which they’re hoping to secure for July, although he did say they weren’t close yet. What do you think of that?

* Shu Hirata broke some news that MVP poached a UFC TUF staffer for the launch of their MMA-themed TV show. They’re hosting women from the Atomweight division through the Featherweight division and men from the Lightweight division through the Light Heavyweight division. The show is apparently going to be on a major platform and aims to rival TUF. Do you think MVP can really make a run at the UFC and be successful?

* What’s going on with Floyd Mayweather’s lawsuit?

* PFL is under new management but still experiencing significant pains in reaching their target audience. What do you think of their regime change and their chance of survival in the space?

* ONE Championship has made significant changes to their roster, basically eliminating the MMA sector. What are we to make of that and their new infusion of cash?

* Mike Russell sent me a new GFL pitch deck regarding their latest attempt to lure in investors. What exactly are they trying to do?

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