MLB and ESPN will end their TV deal after 2025, with MLB seeking new partners, including streamers like Amazon and Netflix. The move highlights a broader shift in sports media as leagues prioritize visibility and flexibility over traditional long-term TV…
The NWSL has partnered with Overtime to expand its digital reach, allowing Overtime FC to share NWSL highlights, behind-the-scenes content, and player-driven storytelling across its social media platforms. The collaboration reflects a broader industry trend where sports leagues are working…
SNY has launched a direct-to-consumer streaming service for New York Mets games, becoming the first third-party RSN to offer in-market streaming through the MLB App. The service costs $24.99/month or $124.99 for the season and includes MLB’s advanced streaming features.…
SURJ Sports Investment, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, has acquired a minority stake in DAZN for a reported $1 billion. The deal includes the formation of DAZN MENA, a joint venture aimed at expanding sports broadcasting in…
Roku has secured exclusive streaming rights for Bassmaster professional bass fishing tournaments, expanding its live sports portfolio. The deal includes Elite Qualifiers, Open Series events, the Elite Series, and Friday coverage of the Bassmaster Classic, all available for free on…
Ampere Analysis forecasts that streaming services will invest a record $12.5 billion in live sports rights in 2025, up from $10 billion in 2024. DAZN leads the sector, accounting for one-third of the spending, followed by Amazon, YouTube TV, and…
Paramount+ and EverPass Media have signed a multi-year distribution deal that allows EverPass to stream all CBS Sports’ UEFA Champions League matches from Paramount+ in commercial venues like bars, restaurants, and hotels, starting February 18, 2025. This marks the first…
Real Madrid’s comeback win against Manchester City in the Champions League set a new streaming record for a live sporting event on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, drawing over four million viewers. This marks Prime Video’s first season broadcasting…
ESPN is reportedly dropping out of the bidding for Formula 1’s U.S. media rights after its deal expires in 2025, according to Puck News. NBC Sports and Netflix are now in talks with F1, with Netflix’s Drive to Survive playing…
JioCinema and Disney’s Hotstar have merged into JioHotstar, integrating content from Disney, Warner Bros, NBCUniversal, and Paramount. The move follows Reliance’s $8.5 billion merger with Disney’s Indian assets, creating a joint venture that controls 85% of India's streaming market.
