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Pros and Cons of EXC on CBS
PRO: Gus Johnson. Absolutely fantastic job. Not only did he give credibility to the show but he’s an absolute professional and made it twice as good. I’d like Gus Johnson to announce everything on my television from MMA to hosting America’s Funniest Home Videos to talking to the banker on Deal or No Deal. I [...]
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The early reviews for EXC on CBS are in…
FightOpinion.com — ... Star-Ledger: Kimbo gives CBS slice of victory The Dayton Daily News: Sponsorship issue proves MMA not yet mainstream The Associated Press: Kimbo had his hands full with The Colossus CBS Sports: Controversial endings put damper on EXC’s CBS debut Sports Illustrated: Carano’s KO adds spice to male-dominated EXC card The South Florida Sun-Sentinel: MMA a sport? Yes, well, sort of Brent Brookhouse: I’m Sorry… Five Ounces of Pain: Pros and Cons of EXC on CBS Jared Barnes: Refereeing at the EXC show was abysmal MMA ...

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