WWE is already there, so why?
Dana White and the UFC are reportedly very upset with ESPN over the failure of the ESPN+ streaming platform, so they are considering moving to another brand like Netflix, which could happen soon. (Related: Nick Saban loads up several FCC complaints to drop the oath to ESPN: Report)
Around Erich Richter of the New York PostUFC believes that the four-letter network does not maintain the side of trading, characterized by exclusive broadcast rights partnerships. 5 years. The contract began in 2019. Under the agreement, ESPN, ESPN+, and other entities in Disney-owned companies have exclusive rights to pay-per-views and events related to the UFC.
But things aren’t successful between the two as the UFC suffers from consistent streaming issues, dropouts, connection struggles and a lot of delays. Dana White & Co. It was recently placed on top Alex Pereira vs. Magam Don Karaev Pay-per-view, which was awful even for UFC talent, was blowing up ESPN.
Some internal details of ufcs ufcs issues @erichterrr/@nypost
UFC is still very upset with ESPN regarding the PPV issue in pereira v ankalaev card
▫️ UFC has an issue with ESPN because it feels like ESPN’s technology and ESPN aren’t getting… pic.twitter.com/s5dxov0a22
– ACD MMA (@ACDMMA_) March 15, 2025
If I’m a UFC, I pull the trigger as soon as possible. Plus, you can probably make more money from new deals. If you’re the UFC, there’s absolutely nothing to lose here.
Pull the trigger, Dana.
