Media Rights

Coverage of the major deals surrounding sport media rights

Italian clubs call for Lega Serie A President’s resignation over rights...

Seven top-flight Italian clubs have called for the resignation of Lega Serie A President, Paolo Dal Pino, according to Italian newspaper Il Sole 24...

Global Sports Rights Management announces 1190 Sports merger

Global Sports Rights Management (GSRM) is set to merge with Chile-based sports marketing agency 1190 Sports for the creation of a new company focused...

TrillerNet looks to transform into ‘content engine’ with FITE acquisition

TrillerNet has acquired combat sports media company FITE, enhancing its OTT streaming and PPV capabilities as well as AI-driven content, with a strong focus...

Matchroom teams with StreamAMG for Matchroom Live apps launch

Matchroom has launched a range of dedicated iOS and Android apps, developed by the StreamAMG agency, to support the expansion of the Matchroom Live...

Simmons: Women’s Super League could be self-sustaining within next decade

It could take the Women’s Super League up to 10 years - the equivalent of two media rights cycles - to become self-sustainable, according...

ESPN launches betting-oriented NBA broadcast

US sports media network ESPN will today launch its first betting-focused broadcast covering the National Basketball Association (NBA). The Daily Wager Special will see commentators...

Blast Premier secures multiple international broadcasting deals

Esports organisation Blast Premier has secured eight media rights agreements for the 2021 season, significantly expanding its global audience. Blast has stated that the multiple...

Grand National 2021 pulls in 8.8 million peak viewership

A peak of 8.8 million viewers tuned in to watch Rachael Blackmore become the first female jockey to triumph in the steeplechase with Minella...

DAZN’s Serie A coverage hit by technical difficulties amid IPO talks

DAZN has been forced to compensate customers after the digital streaming service’s coverage of the Serie A was hit by a blackout caused by...

UFC incorporates TikTok videos into live broadcasting

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has extended its ongoing partnership with TikTok, integrating the social media video platform into its live broadcasting. Utilising cloud software provided...