NBC buys World Cup as rugby growth trend in the US continues
Media group NBCUniversal extended its commitment to rugby union in the US this week, buying World Rugby rights for a significantly higher guaranteed fee.
FREE | Media rights in Golf, 2017
In the latest interactive monthly data report, TV Sports Markets analyses the media-rights landscape in Golf, focusing on the PGA Tour, Majors, European Tour and the Ryder Cup
Media rights in Golf, 2017
In the latest interactive monthly data report, TV Sports Markets analyses the media-rights landscape in Golf, focusing on the PGA Tour, Majors, European Tour and the Ryder Cup
SM-Liiga takes advantage as Telia makes first move into sport
Finland’s SM-Liiga defied expectations by substantially increasing the value of its media rights last week thanks to telco Telia’s entrance into the Finnish sports media-rights market.
Canal Plus pays up for F1, misses out on Champions League rights
Canal Plus’ loss of Champions League rights – announced late this week – is a blow to the broadcaster, softened slightly by its recent extension of Formula One rights.
Media rights in Rugby, 2017
In the latest interactive monthly data report, TV Sports Markets analyses the media-rights landscape in Rugby, including a special focus into the Rugby World Cup
Pitch faces IMG battle to renew Six Nations international rights
Six Nations international media rights are currently on the market with the incumbent, Pitch International, facing competition from rival agency IMG.
Competition heats up in France with three big tenders out
Strong competition is expected between France’s main pay-television broadcasters for Uefa Champions League, Formula One and European rugby rights, with all three properties currently on the market.
DAZN completes US sports portfolio with MLB acquisition
DAZN last month secured Major League Baseball rights, the only major US sports property missing from its portfolio in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
FREE | Media rights in Rugby, 2017
In the latest interactive monthly data report, TV Sports Markets analyses the media-rights landscape of Rugby, including a special focus into the Rugby World Cup