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WWE, NBCUniversal b'cast deal sees SmackDown return to USA Ntwrk

Last updated : Sep 22, 2023 18:09

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Sep 21, 2023 18:09

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STAMFORD, Conn.: WWE, now a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, and NBCUniversal have agreed to a five-year domestic media rights partnership that will bring Friday Night SmackDown back to USA Network beginning October 2024.

Additionally, beginning in the 2024/25 season, WWE will produce four primetime specials per year that will air on NBC, marking the first time WWE will air on the network in primetime.

Sep 15, 2023 19:09

Punit Balan Group to support Kashmiri taekwondo prodigy

PUNE: The Punit Balan Group (PBG), an organisation committed to nurturing sporting talent across various fields, has announced its support for the young taekwondo player, Musharaf Qayoom. The 18-year-old, who hails from the North Kashmir district of Baramulla, has already achieved remarkable feats in the sport. Musharaf’s 37 gold medals include one he recently bagged in Khelo India.

Sep 13, 2023 20:09

Tampa Bay to host 2024 Royal Rumble

STAMFORD, Conn.: WWE, now part of TKO Group Holdings, in conjunction with the Tampa Bay Rays, Visit St. Pete/Clearwater and the Tampa Bay Sports Commission, Wednesday announced that Tampa Bay will host the 37th Royal Rumble in 2024.

Sep 13, 2023 18:09

IMMAF and RDX Sports enter global partnership

LONDON: The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) has unveiled RDX Sports as its official global kit supplier and partner. The next generation of IMMAF kits is set to launch officially at the 2023 IMMAF World Championships in Tirana, Albania, this November.

Sep 12, 2023 18:09

WWE, UFC merger to form TKO Group Holdings completed

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.: Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. and World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. Tuesday announced the close of their previously announced agreement and the launch of TKO Group Holdings, Inc.

Sep 08, 2023 19:09

Endeavor, WWE deal to create TKO Grp Holdings to close Sep 12

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.: Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. and World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. have announced they expect to close the previously announced transaction to form TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (“TKO”) on September 12. On that date, TKO will begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “TKO”.

Jun 13, 2023 20:06

IBA to appeal IOC's stripping of recognition

THE INTERNATIONAL Boxing Association (IBA) will appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) decision to strip it of recognition, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters.

Jun 12, 2023 19:06

IOA plans WFI elections on July 4; appoints returning officer

NEW DELHI: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Monday appointed former Jammu and Kashmir High Court Chief Justice Mahesh Mittal Kumar as the returning officer to conduct the impending Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) elections on July 4.

Jun 09, 2023 19:06

Professional Fighter League new Ex. VP for MENA region

NEW YORK: The Professional Fighters League (PFL), has announced that Adam Laitsas has been appointed Executive Vice President, International Strategy and Business Operations for the MENA region reporting to PFL CEO Peter Murray.

Jun 07, 2023 15:06

Angad to defend MMA title against Hugo Paiva

NEW DELHI: India's biggest mixed-martial arts promotion, Matrix Fight Night, will return to the National Capital Region (NCR) once again with MFN 12 set to take place on July 1st at the iconic Noida Indoor Stadium, Sector 21. The fans will have a chance to witness the thrilling MMA action, intense fights, and hardcore drama with two sensational title matches being announced for the night, a media release said.

Jun 05, 2023 17:06

Yaroslav Amosov is Parimatch Sports brand ambassador

NEW DELHI: Parimatch Sports, a sportswear aparel brand, has announced Yaroslav Amosov, a popular Ukrainian mixed martial arts (MMA) athlete, as its new brand ambassador.

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