HDNet strikes deal with CompuBox

by James Iannotti on Sep 19, 2008 6:45 AM EDT

HDNet continued its climb to become the elite mixed martial arts network on television when it recently announced a deal with CompuBox Inc. that will allow them to use the state of the art real-time CompuStrike stats for the next 10 MMA events.

Basically it's a computer program that compiles real time statistics such as punches, kicks, takedowns, submission attempts, etc. during a live MMA match.

It's an innovative way for fans to not only be more aware of what's going on during an actual fight, but it's also an easy way for them to learn more about the sport as they watch.

CompuBox has been a part of live boxing events for more than 20 years and decided to join the MMA world in 2007. It only makes sense that they would want its product on HDNet, which is one of the leading networks for MMA coverage.

Here's a snip from Andrew Simon, CEO of HDNet Fights:

"We've worked with CompuStrike on many of our previous fights and were so pleased with the results that we decided to extend our deal with them. The real time stats definitely enhance the viewing experience for all of our loyal MMA fans."

And here's Bob Canobbio, president of CompuBox Inc. commenting on the deal:

"HDNet has been extremely supportive in bringing live statistics to mixed martial arts. Stats are such a significant part of other mainstream sports and, with this agreement in place, it will be no different for MMA."

That's a great point.

Can you imagine watching a football or basketball game without any real time stats? It just wouldn't be the same. It was only a matter of time before the fast-paced evolution of our sport brought us to that same reality.

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I don’t have HDNet. Do a lot of you guys have it, if so, is it worth it?

by chefdaddy on Sep 19, 2008 8:55 AM EDT reply actions

If you like MMA alot, not just the UFC. They show Strikeforce, DREAM, a ton of smaller orgs, Inside MMA, & they have fights every Friday as well. Personally, I love it.

by Bill Maher on Sep 19, 2008 9:25 AM EDT up reply actions

Thanks, might have to check this out.

by chefdaddy on Sep 19, 2008 9:45 AM EDT up reply actions

i think its worth it, you get the high def and hdnet on top of it. live free dream cards mma every week inside mma, check it out.

by roy on Sep 19, 2008 11:46 AM EDT up reply actions

I agree… Love it! … but only if you have DVR. I have HDNet and I DVR everything MMA. You get to see some big shows, lots of smaller shows and HDNet Fights original programming.
Big Shows – I have seen every Dream fight. enuf said.
Smaller shows – Strikeforce, Sportfight, Maximum Fighting Championship, Ring of Combat, HDNet fights branded events from Dallas (HDNet Fights: Reckless Abandon), Adrenaline is debuting this week I think… Tonight on Friday night fights is SportFight XXIV – Domination – LIVE!
Original programming – Inside MMA, highlight shows of each years programming (Best of 2008) and shows (Dream 1-5 hightlights), run-up shows to events (Dream 6 preview), and the new M-1 challenge highlights.
You will see up and comers fight several times in smaller shows before they ink deals with the UFC, etc.
I could go on, but I am already sounding like a commercial.

by SaVaGe on Sep 19, 2008 11:46 AM EDT up reply actions

You should be a commercial spokesman for them, cuz I think you guys just sold me on it!

by chefdaddy on Sep 19, 2008 12:12 PM EDT up reply actions

I would be lost without BAS on Inside MMA; that show is great. Besides when you get sick of Joe and Goldie you can listen to BAS commentate, it is truly classic. If you have the availability to get it on your tv network i would recommend it highly. Besides where else can you watch DREAM events live in HD.

by IhitU.uHITfloor on Sep 19, 2008 9:46 AM EDT reply actions

If HDNet is available in your area, get it. With my satellite provider, you get HDNet free when you order the HD channel package. Err, so technically it’s in said package, but they say it’s a “free” channel.

by Chris on Sep 19, 2008 9:59 AM EDT reply actions

Good info, thanks.

by OJR on Sep 19, 2008 10:36 AM EDT up reply actions

The UFC really needs to start showing CompuBox-like stats. I’m always confused as to why this isn’t happening. I mean, there’s always a moment when showing on-screen stats would be a better idea for everyone than having Mike Goldberg say something ridiculous.

by {jeff} on Sep 19, 2008 10:44 AM EDT reply actions

Did you see UFC 87? Getting your skin peeled off with a cheese grater is more pleasureable than listening to Goldberg spout off statistics every second of the fight as if it has an indefinite bearing on what is going to happen. It was so horrible. This idea is pointless unless you wanna use it at the end of fights to wrap things up.

by NameNotRequired on Sep 19, 2008 10:55 AM EDT up reply actions

For true MMA fans (not just UFC nuthuggers), no other single source gives you this much MMA programming. I recommend it.

by SaVaGe on Sep 19, 2008 2:30 PM EDT reply actions

CompuBox really work in boxing and have been revised to work for MMA. They work good for striking and they have added takedowns, sub attempts and have added strikes on the ground for GNP. Still, it doesn’t give the whole picture. They are really more of a footnote for me, but then again I am not crazy about 10point must for MMA in the 1st place.

by SaVaGe on Sep 19, 2008 2:39 PM EDT reply actions

The only the guys to have a remotely legitimate MMA scoring system down is at FightMetric. If you read their methods, then you really see the flaws in compubox. But i don’t think it’s possible to track everything live and put it into their algorithms.

by NameNotRequired on Sep 19, 2008 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions