56 Former UFC Fighters Support Antitrust Settlement Against Zuffa

Oct 8, 2024, 06:40 PM

A group of 56 former UFC fighters, including notable names like Cung Le, Wanderlei Silva, Diego Sanchez, Matt Brown, Patrick Cote, Jon Fitch, and Shane Carwin, have filed a brief in support of a new settlement agreement in the ongoing UFC antitrust lawsuit against Zuffa. The plaintiffs have submitted a memorandum for preliminary approval of the settlement, which outlines the allocation and proposed schedule for completing the settlement. The fighters have signed letters of support, detailing their struggles and emphasizing the importance of the settlement for their immediate medical needs. The court's acceptance of this agreement is crucial for these athletes, many of whom are facing financial hardships. The filing includes over 50 declarations from fighters in support of the settlement.