AUSTIN, TEXAS: The UFC and WWE made notable strides in the combat sports sector by working together and forming the $21 billion business named 'TKO'.
When it was announced last week that TKO would be listed on the New York Stock Exchange, many people expressed their opinions on the historic merger. Joe Rogan, a UFC analyst, is one of them.
On his podcast, 'The Joe Rogan Experience,' the 56-year-old recently gave his two-word reaction to the merger alongside Kurt Angle.
Joe Rogan expressed enthusiasm for TKO
The TKO merger is one of the biggest developments in the world of professional fighting since Endeavor acquired UFC for $4 billion back in 2016.
According to the merger's agreement, WWE will retain 49% of the ownership, giving the UFC a 51% majority, according to Sports Rush.
Rogan's remark eloquently encapsulates the fans' excitement about what the announcement implies for the future.
On JRE episode 2036, the 56-year-old podcaster sat down for a stimulating discussion with his guest, former WWE Raw manager Kurt Angle.
The WWE Hall of Famer and UFC pundit discussed a range of subjects, including UFC, WWE, and others, during their talk.
Rogan questioned Olympic gold medalist Angle if he was aware of the TKO merger when they were discussing their original ideas for WWE ring content.
Rogan also shared his opinions on the matter. He stated, "Very Interesting."
Rogan's response encapsulates his eager anticipation for what the merger will bring and the possibility for future cooperation between the two businesses.
The Olympic gold medallist talked about WWE and UFC crossover in his remarks.
What will be the future of TKO?
CM Punk, Brock Lesnar, and Bobby Lashley are just a few of the WWE stars who have had the guts to switch to MMA. While talking, Angle indicated his opinion that, following this merger, few wrestling stars would consider the MMA scene.
Instead, according to the former WWE champion, Kurt Angle, a lot of UFC stars will be drawn to WWE instead.
He said the following on the same JRE episode, "When I look at that partnership, I see a lot of fighters crossing over to wrestling, but I don’t see many wrestlers crossing over to fighting. I mean, that’s a completely different beast."
Angle shared his thoughts that compared to wrestling entertainment, mixed martial arts is much more challenging. He consequently does not see many warriors who are willing to enter the world of combat sports.
Regarding the prospective future of this collaboration, much has been said.
While some focus on its commercial potential, a certain subset of fans is ecstatic about the start of a new era in combat sports.
TKO, though, signifies a substantial advancement and may usher in some modifications, including 'crossovers' that fans may adore.