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'Bummed' Gilbert Melendez to lose more than just money with UFC's deal with Reebok

Not only will "El Nino" lose out financially, but he will also have to possibly waive goodbye to several long-time sponsors who he considers part of his team.

By now, we are all well aware of just how many fighters on the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) roster are disappointed with the payouts they expect to receive once the Reebok sponsorship deal goes into effect on July 1, 2015.

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Many will see a big decrease in income, seeing as how some of their regular sponsors have, or will jump ship soon.