jstChase
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🚨UNPOPULAR OPINION🚨 By the way, a lot of UFC shills are trashing the MVP Netflix card, openly saying they won’t watch, don’t care, and hope it fails. I understand only wanting to watch the UFC tonight. We see that attitude all the time when the UFC goes head-to-head with regional promotions anyway. What I don’t understand is how people fail to see that the UFC desperately needs real competition. Look at the current state of the product: the roster depth feels thinner, matchmaking has become less exciting, hype around many events is declining, and overall fan enthusiasm isn’t what it used to be. Does it really matter to the UFC right now? Not really. They hold a near-monopoly on elite MMA globally. They know people will keep watching regardless, because there’s no true alternative operating at that level. That’s exactly why competition matters. You don’t have to watch the Netflix card. Personally, I’ll probably only tune in for a handful of prelim fights and skip most of the geriatric side of the show. But as MMA fans, we should still hope the event succeeds. A successful competitor creates pressure, and pressure is what forces companies to improve. When there’s no threat, there’s no urgency to innovate, build stars properly, stack cards, or truly invest in the fan experience. Competition changes that. Look at pro wrestling. When AEW emerged, the WWE suddenly had to care again. The product improved because there was finally another company capable of attracting attention, talent, and market share. MMA needs that same dynamic. Even if MVP never becomes a true rival to the UFC, the mere existence of a promotion capable of generating buzz, securing major distribution, and drawing viewers is healthy for the sport. In the long run, competition benefits fighters, fans, and the quality of the product itself. #UFCVegas117 #RouseyCarano #MVPMMA1
