By FCF Staff

The UFC’s broadcasting partner in the United States has been FOX since 2011, but now the world’s biggest MMA promotion is reportedly free to negotiate a new television deal with other networks.

In recent years, UFC cards have been broadcast on FOX and the company’s various channels like FOX Sports 1 and FUEL TV. Recently veteran MMA journalist Damon Martin, however, posted the news below on Twitter:

The exclusive negotiating period between the UFC and FOX has ended. The UFC can now field offers from any and all bidders on TV rights.

— Damon Martin (@DamonMartin) October 3, 2017

This was pretty much expected all along. It's likely FOX will see what others are bidding on the UFC before they counter with another offer https://t.co/KuRjSavOPi

— Damon Martin (@DamonMartin) October 3, 2017