You know, I was thinking recently about how, in a way, DAZN is ensuring that some of these shows stick around. Bellator was in the red, I believe FNG was having some money issues too. DAZN is saving some of these orgs from going under and ensuring there are alternatives to the UFC, at least through the durations of their contracts. They're kinda staking a claim in the MMA landscape, and it is pretty crazy to see.
Before this started and Bellator announced their deal everyone was like, "DAZN, da fuck?!?" In a very short time it has become a hub for fight fans and seems to become stronger and more interesting with each passing week. And there are more regional orgs out there that fit the mold and may potentially sign a DAZN deal, RIZIN, Cage Warriors, ACB, DEEP, Pancrase... With the roster they're building quickly and at $10/month, it is almost stupid not to subscribe.
If this whole things sustains itself, it may end up being a huge turning for this sport. They're definitely changing the game.