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How economics shapes fight culture around the world

Nov 20, 2018
"Fightworld" creator Frank Grillo says many champions started out "fighting for their lives."
“Fightworld” creator-host Frank Grillo with a Muay Thai fighter.
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Mixed martial arts outfit UFC to sell for $4 billion

Jul 11, 2016
A sport that’s struggled with a reputation for brutality tries to go mainstream.
Ronda Rousey of the United States (left) fights Bethe Correia of Brazil in their bantamweight title fight on August 1, 2015 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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