UFC owners outline priorities for new TV deal, in ‘multiple conversations’ with potential partners

Dana White and Mark Shapiro | Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC The UFC is reportedly seeking at least $1 billion per year under terms of a new broadcast rights deal after the promotion’s current contract with ESPN expires at the end of 2025, but money isn’t the only driving factor behind whatever decision is made for the future.
That’s according to TKO Group Holdings president and chief operating officer Mark Shapiro, who addressed the ongoing negotiations for the UFC while also