Premier Sports to give hardcore boxing fans a weekly fix
Boxing fans in the UK will be pleased to hear that weekly boxing will be available to view from around the world on Premier Sports TV.
31 Friday Night Fight events will air live beginning in January 2011 with an initial two-year deal while the World Series of Boxing will begin before Christmas.
Premier Sports spokesperson Richard Webb commented, “Friday Night Fights are a way of life for boxing fans in America and we are thrilled to now make them available live and exclusive in the UK.”
Each show, hosted by Brian Kenny and Bernard Hopkins normally take in three bouts and also features studio interviews with top boxers past and present.
Webb continued, “it is a terrific opportunity for boxing fans in the UK to track the American boxing scene once again”.
On top of this, The World Series of Boxing is a new and exciting global team concept that culminates in finals to be held in Macau in May. Amateur boxers such as Ireland’s Kenny Egan and Pat Nevin go up against fighters based in Europe, USA and Asia. The tournament is sanctioned by the AIBA allowing amateurs to be paid while the winners in each division get automatic qualification to London 2012 making the stakes all the higher.
“We have broadcast eight live fights in the last three months including Martinez vs. Williams, but on top of seeking out more monthly world class events that will grow our subscription base we wanted to provide consistent boxing to reward our loyal subscribers," said Webb.
“We believe this move combined with the continued relationship with HBO and the developing one with promoters in America puts us in a great position to show live boxing 12 months of the year at the great value price of £6.99 per month.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank customers who have supported us during the last three months and given us the belief that regular boxing from around the globe still has a place on UK television.” Premier Sports TV is currently available on the Sky platform on channel 433. Customers can subscribe online at www.premiersports.tv or call 0871 663 9000.
