Disney+ in Australia and New Zealand is soon adding ESPN to its offering following the launch of the sports broadcaster on the SVOD platform in Latin America last summer and the U.S. in December.
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ESPN Secures Major League Rugby Media Rights Agreement
February 7, 2025
ESPN has clinched a multiyear media rights agreement with Major League Rugby (MLR) to bring coverage of the professional rugby league to ESPN platforms in the U.S.
Venu Sports Joint Venture Axed
January 10, 2025
ESPN, FOX and Warner Bros. Discovery have decided to cancel plans for Venu Sports, their proposed virtual MVPD service.
Disney Channels Pulled from DIRECTV
September 3, 2024
DIRECTV subscribers have lost access to local ABC stations, ESPN and other services from The Walt Disney Company amid a carriage spat.
ESPN Seals 12-Year USTA Deal
August 29, 2024
ESPN is set to remain the exclusive rights holder of the US Open in the U.S. via a new 12-year deal with the United States Tennis Association (USTA).
Disney Taps YouTube’s Adam Smith for Tech Role
August 16, 2024
Longtime Google and YouTube veteran Adam Smith has been appointed chief product and technology officer for Disney Entertainment and ESPN.
NBA Confirms Prime Video, NBCUniversal & Disney Pacts
July 25, 2024
The NBA has sealed 11-year media rights deals with Prime Video, NBCUniversal and The Walt Disney Company, beginning in the 2025-26 season.
ESPN Renews FA Cup Rights in the U.S.
May 22, 2024
ESPN has clinched a new four-year deal with the English Football Association (FA) for the U.S. media rights to the FA Cup.
Disney, FOX, WBD Unveil Venu Sports
May 17, 2024
Disney, FOX Corporation and Warner Bros. Discovery have unveiled the branding and logo of their upcoming new sports streamer: Venu Sports.
Fubo Sues Disney, FOX, WBD Over Sports Streamer
February 21, 2024
FuboTV has filed an antitrust lawsuit against The Walt Disney Company, FOX Corporation and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) over their planned sports streaming service.