Ian McCall changes his facial hair frequently, and possibly with the seasons. But the flyweight's handlebar mustache, straight out of a Dodge City apothecary, is his classic look and, if I may, a classic look for the sport. 

Is it the face that landed the UFC its Fox TV deal? I don't know. I'm not a media reporter. But is it likely that Uncle Creepy's handlebarred visage, and the promise of beaming same to households around the nation and world, paved the way to broadcasting riches? I say yes.