How would the Ali Act effect MMA?

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I know that some fighters have been lobbying to officially have it amended to include MMA promotion. Would this screw Dana?
 
Cashing in the legacy for a paycheck. Could've gone down as all time GOAT if he let Fedor/Silva/Jones keep doing them.
 
Yes, because it will give the fighters more control over their destinies. Low ranked fighters may make a little bit more, and guys like Conor could easily be making Mayweather Money.
 
If used exactly how it is in boxing it'd make part of the UFC's business model (it's contracts being so locked and and inescapable) illegal, also would give fighters more bargaining power via higher transparency. If people are complaining about fighters leaving the UFC now, it'd be ridiculous then unless WME wanted to spend more money than now. It'd be good for fighters though. Probably not great for fans who just want to see the best fight the best.
 
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The UFC would have to disclose their actual PPV numbers and revenues to fighters/fighters agents for use in negotiating and possibly made available to the public, an independent 3rd party would establish a legitimate ranking system which whould be adhered to, and fighters would be able to control who they fight for and not be locked down in an unfair contract.

So, in essence, an absolute nightmare for the UFC, and probably a significant move towards parity for Bellator/OneFC/WSOF.

I don't think the inclusion of UFC fighters under the Ali Act will create any more stonewalling or avoidance of champs defending than there already is.
 
It couldn't effect MMA. It might affect MMA though.
 
Would be great for fighters and suck a lot for the fans. GGG - Canelo situations would be the norm and actual mega fights likely never happen. Best no longer fighting the best.

Not to mention the likely end of stacked cards as well.

fgighters would make a lot more and the show would be a lot worse
 
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