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Joe Rogan praises MVP MMA’s Netflix debut drawing 17 million viewers but says turning that momentum into a sustainable promotion for Scott Coker is ‘fucking hard,’ as the discussion ranges from MMA promotion challenges and UFC’s marketing edge to the need to grow casual fans, with MVP’s splash and upcoming fights like Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway shaping future viewership.
Scott Coker is returning to MMA to co-found a new promotion slated to launch in 2027, backed by about $60 million from investors including Tony Hawk; he’ll serve as CEO, with Griffin Gaming’s Peter Levin as a co-founder, while leadership, the league’s name, schedule, and fighters roster are to be announced later.
Scott Coker plans to launch a new global MMA league with $60 million in backing, including Tony Hawk, aiming for a 2027 debut and a fighter-first, athlete-centered model. Led by Creator Sports Capital with partners like Griffin Gaming Partners and Upper Deck, the venture seeks to provide a clear path for athletes amid a growing $20+ billion global market, with leadership and league details to be announced soon.