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OLD BOY 19-04-2018 07:35
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Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35944209)
Cloud and cuckoo spring to mind OB.:D
Well, it is spring, after all oops:

1andrew1 19-04-2018 08:32
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Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35944209)
Cloud and cuckoo spring to mind OB.:D
As do frogs and a box. :)

muppetman11 19-04-2018 09:26
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 1andrew1 (Post 35944254)
As do frogs and a box. :)
OB doesn't like to accept things but until such a time that the Premier league sees it's UK rights drop significantly his idea of the Premier League having a streaming service in the UK remains a pipe dream.

OLD BOY 19-04-2018 11:55
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Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35944261)
OB doesn't like to accept things but until such a time that the Premier league sees it's UK rights drop significantly his idea of the Premier League having a streaming service in the UK remains a pipe dream.
It wasn't my idea actually, muppetman!

muppetman11 19-04-2018 12:06
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35944283)
It wasn't my idea actually, muppetman!
This time maybe but you have many times before , genuine question have you ever used any Sports streaming service ?

OLD BOY 19-04-2018 14:00
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Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35944288)
This time maybe but you have many times before , genuine question have you ever used any Sports streaming service ?
It seems to me that the ability to stream effectively is dependent on having a good broadband connection as well as the quality of the stream itself. Until the whole of the UK has access to superfast broadband, there will always be a significant level of dissatisfaction at the quality of streaming (or its total non availability).

That doesn't mean that the problems we have today are necessarily the same problems as we will get in a few years' time. If the PL is actively considering this as an option, then perhaps this idea is not as problematical as you think it is. Today's problems are often tomorrow's jokes.

Raider999 19-04-2018 15:41
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35944308)
It seems to me that the ability to stream effectively is dependent on having a good broadband connection as well as the quality of the stream itself. Until the whole of the UK has access to superfast broadband, there will always be a significant level of dissatisfaction at the quality of streaming (or its total non availability).

That doesn't mean that the problems we have today are necessarily the same problems as we will get in a few years' time. If the PL is actively considering this as an option, then perhaps this idea is not as problematical as you think it is. Today's problems are often tomorrow's jokes.
As you failed to answer the question, I presume that is a NO

OLD BOY 19-04-2018 21:11
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Raider999 (Post 35944315)
As you failed to answer the question, I presume that is a NO
Well, I did say that today's problems are not necessarily tomorrow's problems.

I don't watch sport at all. But I do understand the issues of blocking, stuttering, latency, etc. As I said, it's a problem now, but it's not permanent. You need to look beyond today.

denphone 20-04-2018 05:17
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35944339)
Well, I did say that today's problems are not necessarily tomorrow's problems.

I don't watch sport at all. But I do understand the issues of blocking, stuttering, latency, etc. As I said, it's a problem now, but it's not permanent. You need to look beyond today.
And what makes you think those problems will go away OB?.

OLD BOY 20-04-2018 07:55
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35944373)
And what makes you think those problems will go away OB?.
What makes you think they won't? These are relatively new services, and of course the problems are being addressed. In a few years' time, streaming will work as well as broadcast linear TV.

denphone 20-04-2018 08:31
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35944379)
What makes you think they won't? These are relatively new services, and of course the problems are being addressed. In a few years' time, streaming will work as well as broadcast linear TV.
You have big dreams and ideas OB but the trouble is the real reality of it all often quickly follows.:)

Gavin-D 25-04-2018 11:30
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Comcast has announced a £22bn rival bid for Sky plc

OLD BOY 25-04-2018 13:36
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35944383)
You have big dreams and ideas OB but the trouble is the real reality of it all often quickly follows.:)
What, like BT Sport a few years ago? Revealed by some, denied by the usual detractors...:rolleyes:

Raider999 25-04-2018 16:17
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gavin-D (Post 35944795)
Comcast has announced a £22bn rival bid for Sky plc

Thought that was 2-3 weeks ago:confused:

OLD BOY 25-04-2018 16:29
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Raider999 (Post 35944826)
Thought that was 2-3 weeks ago:confused:
A firm bid has now bee made, Raider.

https://www.digitaltveurope.com/2018...h-bid-for-sky/

alwaysabear 25-04-2018 16:44
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Murdoch is well and truly on the back foot! The wolves are at the door and ready to pounce on his empire.

denphone 25-04-2018 17:13
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35944809)
What, like BT Sport a few years ago? Revealed by some, denied by the usual detractors...:rolleyes:
All pure guesswork rather then a solid consistent source.

muppetman11 25-04-2018 17:27
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Quote:
Originally Posted by alwaysabear (Post 35944832)
Murdoch is well and truly on the back foot! The wolves are at the door and ready to pounce on his empire.
To be fair as a Sky customer I think I'd sooner Disney bought them out , Sky currently averages the fewest complaints to Ofcom and Comcast has a bad reputation with customers in the USA.

OLD BOY 25-04-2018 17:41
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35944838)
All pure guesswork rather then a solid consistent source.
How can you have a 'solid consistent source' when the parties to an agreement insist on an embargo, Den? We rely on leaks on this forum - it's the only way we can get any information on what may be coming.

carravetta 25-04-2018 22:11
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I hope Disney end up buying Sky

Would be great if ESPN was to revert back to the Sky package and they relaunched or at least VOD ESPN Classic

muppetman11 25-04-2018 22:22
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Quote:
Originally Posted by carravetta (Post 35944883)
I hope Disney end up buying Sky

Would be great if ESPN was to revert back to the Sky package and they relaunched or at least VOD ESPN Classic
You said this a while back , it won't happen anytime soon.
http://sport.bt.com/sport-football/n...11363956012885

carravetta 25-04-2018 22:30
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Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35944884)
You said this a while back , it won't happen anytime soon.
http://sport.bt.com/sport-football/n...11363956012885
Have I, forgot about that

Feeling nostalgic

Bofrok 28-04-2018 16:34
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Have any of our Sky subscribers got BT Sport 1 today? My sister text me to say she found she has it while flicking through some channels.

Edit: Channel went off before Swansea game.

ozsat 29-04-2018 08:12
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BT Soccer Score is made available free every week I beleive.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bofrok (Post 35945100)
Have any of our Sky subscribers got BT Sport 1 today? My sister text me to say she found she has it while flicking through some channels.

Edit: Channel went off before Swansea game.

Gavin-D 30-04-2018 10:19
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Sky Sports launches dedicated racing channel Sky Sports Racing which will be available to every Sky customer at no extra cost

Bofrok 30-04-2018 10:30
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Thanks ozsat.

denphone 30-04-2018 10:48
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gavin-D (Post 35945230)
Sky Sports launches dedicated racing channel Sky Sports Racing which will be available to every Sky customer at no extra cost
When is it launching?.

muppetman11 30-04-2018 11:07
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gavin-D (Post 35945230)
Sky Sports launches dedicated racing channel Sky Sports Racing which will be available to every Sky customer at no extra cost
May be and idea to add a link ;)
http://www.skysports.com/racing/news...-on-sky-sports

denphone 30-04-2018 11:12
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With Sky Sports Racing launching next year there is highly likely to be more significant developments regarding some of the racecourses like Ascot , etc , etc as my hunch is they will sign a deal with Sky Sports Racing thus meaning RUK would lose one of its crown jewels before the launch next year.

muppetman11 30-04-2018 11:50
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Could Sky not just look to purchase Racing UK ?

I honestly have no idea of the sums involved with racing.

denphone 30-04-2018 12:02
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Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35945249)
Could Sky not just look to purchase Racing UK ?

I honestly have no idea of the sums involved with racing.
Racing UK is owned by 37 racecourses who are its shareholders under the umbrella of the Racecourse Media Group so getting agreement on that would be nigh on impossible although some of the independent racecourses are highly likely to break off and join the new channel IMO.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Racing_UK

.

alwaysabear 30-04-2018 12:14
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I believe the Jockey club own most of the big courses, Epsom,Ascot, Aintree, Newmarket and therefore most of the big Races.

denphone 30-04-2018 12:17
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Quote:
Originally Posted by alwaysabear (Post 35945252)
I believe the Jockey club own most of the big courses, Epsom,Ascot, Aintree, Newmarket and therefore most of the big Races.
Yes that is correct alwaysabear as the ones they don't own include Ascot and Newbury and Ascot is regarded as the Champions league of the racing world.

alwaysabear 30-04-2018 12:24
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35945253)
Yes that is correct alwaysabear as the ones they don't own include Ascot and Newbury and Ascot is regarded as the Champions league of the racing world.
Yes Ascot is a big one, thanks for the correction about Ascot.

carravetta 30-04-2018 13:32
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PRO14 Rugby have signed a landmark partnership with Premier Sports and FreeSports to broadcast every game from the Guinness PRO14 live in High Definition across the UK and Northern Ireland for at least the next three years.

The agreement from the 2018-19 season means supporters in the UK, including Northern Ireland, can experience the Guinness PRO14 like never before with all 152 games broadcast in High Definition on Premier Sports HD, with no less than 21 games (one per round) shown live Free-To-Air on FreeSports.

This is a quantum leap for the Guinness PRO14 and continues the remarkable transformation of the Championship which continues to grow its appeal after the successful expansion into South Africa.

Premier Sports are going to make the Guinness PRO14 its No 1 property and will therefore be launching the Premier Sports 2 channel with innovative High Definition production of games as well as highlights shows to take supporters right into the heart of the Championship.

Premier Sports is available in 16 million UK homes across Sky and Virgin platforms and to everyone via the Premier Player https://www.premierplayer.tv/ while FreeSports will be available to 22 million UK homes from next season across seven different platforms.

In addition, FreeSports will turn High Definition on Sky and Virgin from July.

From the beginning of next season Premier Sports and FreeSports will deliver unpredented coverage of the Guinness PRO14 with extended pre and post-match analysis. Ahead of next season Premier will confirm the recruitment of their on-air talent and commentators – characters who know just what it takes to compete in the Championship.

Martin Anayi, CEO of PRO14 Rugby, said: “The partnership with Premier Sports will be a watershed moment for the Guinness PRO14, our clubs and their supporters. As an innovative global rugby championship full of world-class players we are always looking to raise our game and this relationship is a bold step for us. This will take coverage of the Guinness PRO14 to a new level and unlock the tournament’s vast potential.

“By better resourcing our clubs through increased central revenue, we will ensure sustainability so they can further invest from the ground up to drive success on and off the pitch so they can retain supporters and attract new fans of all ages. Now rugby fans will be able to watch every game in the Guinness PRO14 which offers them more action than ever and that’s a terrific achievement.

“The bidding for broadcast rights showed us just how much interest there is in the Guinness PRO14 since our expansion into South Africa and the significantly increased revenue will allow us to invest back into our clubs, a figure which has doubled over the last three years.”

Richard Webb, Chief Operating Officer at Premier Sports & FreeSports, added: “We are delighted to have concluded a deal to showcase what we consider to be the most exciting club rugby championship in the world. We believe having all 152 games from every round across our two Premier Sports channels for just £9.99 a month with high level, consistent production represents superb value and means that, for the first time, supporters have unprecedented access to every minute of the Guinness PRO14 all under one roof.”

Dermot Rigley, Commercial and Marketing Director of PRO14 Rugby, said: “Most major rugby properties now have a subscription model with broadcasters valuing the Guinness PRO14 as one of the premier club competitions in world rugby. We believe that Premier Sports and the availability of FreeSports will offer us the best of both worlds - incredible quality and value for supporters as well as reach for our Championship.

“The production standards will be like nothing ever seen before in the Guinness PRO14 with each game broadcast in HD and complemented by expert analysis, TMOs at every game and highlights programmes.”

PRO14 Rugby will shortly announce the Republic of Ireland broadcaster while negotiations continue with a local language broadcaster in the UK.

For greater detail about this landmark agreement please see our Question & Answer document on www.pro14rugby.org available at this link: https://www.pro14rugby.org/2018/04/30/broadcastqa/

For more information about Premier Sports and FreeSports visit the following pages:

Premier Sports: www.premiersports.com/info/faqs/

pengedragon 30-04-2018 16:05
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Why do I get the feeling the bit in bold is an error in the press release

OLD BOY 30-04-2018 16:28
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Quote:
Originally Posted by pengedragon (Post 35945276)
Why do I get the feeling the bit in bold is an error in the press release
The HD version is expected to go live this summer. I suspect that this is what VM have been holding out for, and frankly I would be surprised if this channel didn't make its appearance on VM at that point.

pengedragon 30-04-2018 16:50
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Fingers crossed, I’ve been giving them some grief on twitter about this for a while :D

denphone 30-04-2018 17:09
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Quote:
Originally Posted by alwaysabear (Post 35945254)
Yes Ascot is a big one, thanks for the correction about Ascot.
There is a list here alwaysbear and it tells you the ones that are independent and therefore possibly vulnerable to the big money of Sky..

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_o...sh_racecourses

alwaysabear 30-04-2018 21:23
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35945286)
There is a list here alwaysbear and it tells you the ones that are independent and therefore possibly vulnerable to the big money of Sky..

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_o...sh_racecourses
Cheers :)

OLD BOY 01-05-2018 16:44
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https://www.a516digital.com/2018/05/...en-boxing.html

New BT Sport PPV service for Virgin Media.

denphone 01-05-2018 16:57
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Certainly not paying £25 extra for what is generally boxing bills big on hyperbole but short on quality..

OLD BOY 01-05-2018 17:01
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35945405)
Certainly not paying £25 extra for what is generally boxing bills big on hyperbole but short on quality..
It sounds pretty extortionate to me.

denphone 01-05-2018 17:02
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35945406)
It sounds pretty extortionate to me.
Well that is the going rate for SKY PPV and BTS PPV.

OLD BOY 01-05-2018 17:15
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35945407)
Well that is the going rate for SKY PPV and BTS PPV.
Which makes me glad I don't watch sport! :D

Chad 01-05-2018 19:37
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Based on info I've seen today it looks like the end is coming for BoxNation. As of August Frank Warren's fighters will be exclusively on BT Sport. When asked about BoxNation all Warren committed to saying was a decision will be made nearer the time. Either it'll close or BT will launch their own boxing channel. Really sad news for boxing fans

1andrew1 01-05-2018 20:22
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Chad (Post 35945437)
Based on info I've seen today it looks like the end is coming for BoxNation. As of August Frank Warren's fighters will be exclusively on BT Sport. When asked about BoxNation all Warren committed to saying was a decision will be made nearer the time. Either it'll close or BT will launch their own boxing channel. Really sad news for boxing fans
I think one of those options is a good bet, it certainly won't be around without Warren's fighters.

As I think I've posted previously, the future of the channel has been uncertain after majority funder Bill Ives died last August. His family may not want to continue to subsidise it. Its registered office moved to BT Sport's hub in the Olympic Park last year signifying a very close relationship between the two companies.

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Wimbledon's broadcasting infrastructure for 2018 announced. Will be interesting to see if the BBC broadcasts Centre Court in 4K.
Quote:
- The AELTC has taken on responsibility for the host coverage of The Championships 2018 under the umbrella of Wimbledon Broadcast Services (WBS).
WBS will, for the first time, provide multi-camera coverage of all 18 Championships courts, with Centre Court being offered in 4K High Dynamic Range to achieve optimum resolution and picture quality.
- A net-cam will be installed on Centre Court and No.1 Court.
- World-feed commentary will be provided on up to 11 courts at any one time and interviews and colour footage will also be produced.
- A total of 17 robotic cameras will capture the beauty and atmosphere of the Grounds, including three covering the Aorangi practice courts.
- The coverage will be distributed globally to more than 200 countries with over 50 organisations represented on-site.
- The Broadcast Centre has been revamped to accommodate these changes, with a content creation, quality control and distribution hub at the heart of the operation.
http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/...hips_2018.html

denphone 02-05-2018 12:05
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Sky Sports loses La Liga rights.

Quote:
Sky, which has shown La Liga for more than two decades, is reported to have had a bid of less than £18 million per year rejected by the league earlier this year.
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football...eleven-sports/

Yet more money for subscribers to fork out for?.

muppetman11 02-05-2018 13:21
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Why ?

denphone 02-05-2018 13:25
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Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35945533)
Why ?
Looking from what l can ascertain so far MM they intend to offer it online for a subscription fee.

pengedragon 02-05-2018 13:25
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Because eleven may start a new channel that you would presumably have to pay for if you wanted to watch it

muppetman11 02-05-2018 13:26
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35945534)
Looking from what l can ascertain so far MM they intend to offer it online for a subscription fee.
And how many are that interested in La Liga in the UK to pay for that alone.

It's a service called Eleven Sports

alwaysabear 02-05-2018 13:29
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35945525)
Sky Sports loses La Liga rights.



https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football...eleven-sports/

Yet more money for subscribers to fork out for?.
It will be very interesting to see how they market rights in this country.

denphone 02-05-2018 13:29
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Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35945536)
And how many are that interested in La Liga in the UK to pay for that alone.

It's a service called Eleven Sports
Not many IMO.

muppetman11 02-05-2018 13:30
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Quote:
Originally Posted by alwaysabear (Post 35945538)
It will be very interesting to see how they market rights in this country.
https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footb...-liga-12466130

alwaysabear 02-05-2018 13:31
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Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35945536)
And how many are that interested in La Liga in the UK to pay for that alone.

It's a service called Eleven Sports
Its really only a few games a season that the majority are interested in. Madrid derby, El classico and a few other good match ups.
I will not be paying a season sub that's for sure.

denphone 02-05-2018 13:35
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Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35945540)
Nearly £15 a month in the states.:Yikes::eeek:

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Quote:
Originally Posted by alwaysabear (Post 35945541)
Its really only a few games a season that the majority are interested in. Madrid derby, El classico and a few other good match ups.
And someone on here thinks football streaming is the future.:nono::nono:

Mad Max 02-05-2018 14:43
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Oh well the people who have the Sky Sports package should see a reduction in their fees.............:)

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Maybe...................:D:D

denphone 02-05-2018 15:10
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Maybe..... No l doubt think so!!!!!.

alwaysabear 02-05-2018 15:38
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[QUOTE=Mad Max;35945549]Oh well the people who have the Sky Sports package should see a reduction in their fees.............:)[COLOR="Silver"]

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I just saw a pink pig fly past my window:D

Media Boy UK 02-05-2018 15:58
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We have seen rumours on the web that BT may bid for the full rights to Scottish football when they are up (SPFL are up in 2020).

BT and Sky part own the rights to the SPFL right now.
BBC and Sky part own the right to the Scottish Cup right now (Two games on Sky and One game on BBC up to Semi Final).

OLD BOY 02-05-2018 17:27
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35945543)
Nearly £15 a month in the states.:Yikes::eeek:

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And someone on here thinks football streaming is the future.:nono::nono:
There is no evidence that streaming it is the reason for the added costs! You have to face it that sport tends to command a high price, be it broadcast, streamed or on demand.

denphone 02-05-2018 17:32
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35945564)
There is no evidence that streaming it is the reason for the added costs! You have to face it that sport tends to command a high price, be it broadcast, streamed or on demand.
And that is why no streaming company be it Amazon or anybody else will ever buy the Premier League rights.

OLD BOY 02-05-2018 17:36
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35945566)
And that is why no streaming company be it Amazon or anybody else will ever buy the Premier League rights.
Well, that seems to be your mantra, Den old chap, but given the Sky have done it and BT have done it, I don't think that your argument stacks up, because Amazon have pockets that are bigger than both of them combined.

I have already explained how a different marketing strategy could release additional revenue as well.

denphone 02-05-2018 17:39
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35945567)
Well, that seems to be your mantra, Den old chap, but given the Sky have done it and BT have done it, I don't think that your argument stacks up, because Amazon have pockets that are bigger than both of them combined.

I have already explained how a different marketing strategy could release additional revenue as well.
Its not my mantra as its basic financial reality which you don't seem to have grasped yet when it comes to the Premier League rights.

OLD BOY 02-05-2018 17:49
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35945568)
Its not my mantra as its basic financial reality which you don't seem to have grasped yet when it comes to the Premier League rights.
:rofl: Here we go again! Same old, same old with no credible evidence. I can predict your posts before you answer them, Den!

Raider999 02-05-2018 20:21
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35945571)
:rofl: Here we go again! Same old, same old with no credible evidence. I can predict your posts before you answer them, Den!

Just as we can all predict yours. Amazon may want to get involved in streaming sport, but the sheer numbers involved for the Premier League make the streaming model difficult.

Don't forget sky used it as part of a sports package as did BT.

Gavin-D 02-05-2018 21:48
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Liverpool in the CL final

Lets see if BT put it in 4K on Youtube like they did last year

OLD BOY 02-05-2018 23:04
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Raider999 (Post 35945603)
Just as we can all predict yours. Amazon may want to get involved in streaming sport, but the sheer numbers involved for the Premier League make the streaming model difficult.

Don't forget sky used it as part of a sports package as did BT.
At the moment, streaming alone is not a viable option as the UK’s digital infrastructure is not yet developed throughout the country. So it would have to be a mix in the first instance.

OLD BOY 03-05-2018 10:01
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Eleven Sports is expected to bid for the remaining two Premiership packages and will bring us La Liga by streaming and/or a new digital broadcast channel.

https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/...-a8332586.html

carravetta 03-05-2018 10:18
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
I wonder if Sky will go for the Bundesliga & Serie A rights for the UK, Germany, Austria and Italy

muppetman11 03-05-2018 10:38
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35945665)
Eleven Sports is expected to bid for the remaining two Premiership packages and will bring us La Liga by streaming and/or a new digital broadcast channel.

https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/...-a8332586.html
I still wouldn't subscribe
Quote:
Originally Posted by carravetta (Post 35945673)
I wonder if Sky will go for the Bundesliga & Serie A rights for the UK, Germany, Austria and Italy
Why there's probably even less interest in them

denphone 03-05-2018 10:56
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35945676)
I still wouldn't subscribe

Why there's probably even less interest in them
Nor us either..

Mr K 03-05-2018 11:40
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
When are they going to Wellie wanging ? I'd subscribe to that.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wellie_wanging

denphone 03-05-2018 12:19
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
EFL highlights given another new home as Discovery lands rights.

https://www.sportcal.com/News/Search/116450

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/foo...#ixzz56edoXDkk

Quote:
Highlights have been shown at 9PM on Channel Five for the past three seasons

The highlights show attracts just 500,000 viewers - much lower than expected

EFL have accepted an offer to broadcast highlights on freeview channel Quest

OLD BOY 03-05-2018 12:25
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35945676)
I still wouldn't subscribe
Well, I certainly wouldn't but then again I'm not a sports fan.

However, the bigger picture is what I'm interested in and where this may lead us to in the future. Eleven Sports is expanding, so this is an interesting development.

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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35945691)
EFL highlights given another new home as Discovery lands rights.

https://www.sportcal.com/News/Search/116450

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/foo...#ixzz56edoXDkk
Another interesting development - thanks for posting this, Den.

denphone 03-05-2018 12:28
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
One thing definitely working in this household is updates and alerts on the email system which breaks stories quickly.

smallclone 03-05-2018 14:59
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
re: premier sports getting the pro14 rugby.....

I'm a bit cheesed off with the wording on their Q&A.:

Quote:
Q: How do I access Premier Sports & FreeSports?
A: Premier Sports is a High Definition subscription service available to 16 million UK homes and on the Sky and Virgin Media platforms and available to everyone on all devices via the Premier Player.
That reads like Virgin customers will be getting all games in HD. And we know that's not the case, despite having to pay the same for premier sports as sky customers :mad::mad:

1andrew1 03-05-2018 20:24
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by smallclone (Post 35945711)
re: premier sports getting the pro14 rugby.....

I'm a bit cheesed off with the wording on their Q&A.:

That reads like Virgin customers will be getting all games in HD. And we know that's not the case, despite having to pay the same for premier sports as sky customers :mad::mad:
Premier Sports HD will be with VM in the Summer, I believe, so that wording is ok.

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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35945678)
Nor us either..
I'd always had you down as a reality TV kind of guy, Den. :D

denphone 03-05-2018 21:09
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by 1andrew1 (Post 35945767)
I'd always had you down as a reality TV kind of guy, Den. :D
Never judge a book by its cover Andrew as perceptions are often wrong.;):D

RichardCoulter 04-05-2018 00:59
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Discovery are preparing to launch a UK version of Quest HD, which will be useful for its sports rights.

I think it likely that this will come to VM seeing as I believe that Liberty Global own some (or all?) of Discovery.

---------- Post added at 00:59 ---------- Previous post was at 00:56 ----------

Quote:
Originally Posted by 1andrew1 (Post 35945767)
Premier Sports HD will be with VM in the Summer, I believe, so that wording is ok.

---------- Post added at 20:24 ---------- Previous post was at 20:23 ----------


I'd always had you down as a reality TV kind of guy, Den. :D
Premier Sports have confirmed that carriage negotiations are taking place and that they are confident that Premier Sports HD, Premier Sports 2, Premier Sports 2 HD, Freesports and Freesports HD will join VM "by the summer".

smallclone 04-05-2018 11:03
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 35945816)

Premier Sports have confirmed that carriage negotiations are taking place and that they are confident that Premier Sports HD, Premier Sports 2, Premier Sports 2 HD, Freesports and Freesports HD will join VM "by the summer".
Thanks, is there a press release or article I can read that confirms this?

bubblegun 05-05-2018 00:08
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35945556)
We have seen rumours on the web that BT may bid for the full rights to Scottish football when they are up (SPFL are up in 2020).

BT and Sky part own the rights to the SPFL right now.
BBC and Sky part own the right to the Scottish Cup right now (Two games on Sky and One game on BBC up to Semi Final).
There's been a "rumour" about this for years.

Neil Doncaster has been putting this about every chance he gets, whenever some football rights change hands.

Sky only really care about the Celtic vs :erm: Glasgow Rangers 2012 :dunce: matches as they draw a big audience across the UK.

Mad Max 05-05-2018 00:18
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by bubblegun (Post 35945922)
There's been a "rumour" about this for years.

Neil Doncaster has been putting this about every chance he gets, whenever some football rights change hands.

Sky only really care about the Celtic vs :erm: Glasgow Rangers 2012 :dunce: matches as they draw a big audience across the UK.
Obviously unaware of the facts.....

RichardCoulter 05-05-2018 21:29
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by smallclone (Post 35945856)
Thanks, is there a press release or article I can read that confirms this?
It's now on their Facebook page.

Mad Max 06-05-2018 14:59
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 35946012)
It's now on their Facebook page.

Something that I've never used, is Facebook, Richard.

OLD BOY 06-05-2018 18:45
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mad Max (Post 35946068)
Something that I've never used, is Facebook, Richard.
And many more may be following your lead at this rate, Max!

RichardCoulter 06-05-2018 20:06
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mad Max (Post 35946068)
Something that I've never used, is Facebook, Richard.
Probably just as well with this data thing!

---------- Post added at 20:06 ---------- Previous post was at 20:06 ----------

Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35946083)
And many more may be following your lead at this rate, Max!
That's true.

muppetman11 09-05-2018 17:48
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Sky Sports Racing to show Breeders' Cup

http://www.skysports.com/racing/news...w-breeders-cup

denphone 09-05-2018 18:17
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35946372)
Sky Sports Racing to show Breeders' Cup

http://www.skysports.com/racing/news...w-breeders-cup
As soon as the big horse racing rights are available they will be snapping then up one suspects.

denphone 11-05-2018 13:20
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Sky Sports Racing signs exclusive Melbourne deal.

http://www.attheraces.com/news/2018/...melbourne-deal

OLD BOY 12-05-2018 09:46
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Good news for boxing fans as Sky secures US deal to screen 16 fight nights per year.

http://www.seenit.co.uk/sky-sports-t...ghts-per-year/

Gavin-D 16-05-2018 11:23
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Virgin TV Channel 100 will show the Champions League final live and free

Customers with a V6 box and 4K TV can watch it in UHD for free via the Youtube app

The Europa League final will also be free to air tonight it can be watched as mentioned above

Gavin-D 16-05-2018 19:11
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
BT to include Amazon Prime in TV offering as it unveils convergence plan


Quote:
BT is to include Amazon Video as part of its TV offering as it pivots its fixed broadband service to become part of a “converged network division” under new consumer business CEO Marc Allera.

In addition to the Amazon Video app BT said it would make Sky’s Now TV available to TV customers from next year.

The addition of Amazon’s offering makes BT the first UK service provider to embrace the e-commerce giant’s Prime Video service, allowing users to access TV series and movies including originals and exclusive series such as The Grand Tour, The Marvellous Mrs Maisel and Vikings.
https://www.digitaltveurope.com/2018...vergence-plan/

Chad 16-05-2018 20:58
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Gavin-D (Post 35947054)
BT to include Amazon Prime in TV offering as it unveils convergence plan




https://www.digitaltveurope.com/2018...vergence-plan/
I have a BT branded Youview box in the bedroom. Wonder if the Amazon and Now TV apps will be available on that too? Don't have a BT subscription.

Raider999 17-05-2018 08:00
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Chad (Post 35947065)
I have a BT branded Youview box in the bedroom. Wonder if the Amazon and Now TV apps will be available on that too? Don't have a BT subscription.
I seriously doubt it, no sub so how would they get any money out of you for the streamed content?

1andrew1 18-05-2018 23:44
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Confirmation of FreeSports HD
"In addition, FreeSports will turn High Definition on Sky and Virgin from July."http://www.premiersports.com/pro-14/pro-14/

Gavin-D 21-05-2018 15:32
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
The Monaco GP will be shown on live on Sky One this weekend

Saturday, May 26

10.45am - Monaco GP Practice Three build-up
11am - MONACO GP PRACTICE THREE
1pm - Monaco GP Qualifying build-up
2pm - MONACO GP QUALIFYING
3.40pm - THE F1 SHOW

Sunday, May 27

12.30pm - Monaco GP Pit Lane
1.30pm - Monaco GP On the Grid
2.10pm - THE MONACO GRAND PRIX
4.30pm - Monaco GP Paddock

Gavin-D 23-05-2018 19:24
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Quote:
TalkTalk, the telecoms and broadband group, has struck a £175m deal to offload part of its business-to-business (B2B) customer base to Daisy Group, a privately owned rival.

Sky News has learnt that TalkTalk will unveil the transaction on Thursday, alongside annual results that are expected to show a sharp fall in profits after a difficult year for the company.

Sources said the deal with Daisy consisted of TalkTalk's roughly 80,000 business customers with which it has a direct billing relationship.

The vast majority of TalkTalk's B2B arm by revenues and number of customers will be unaffected by the move, which is said to be aimed at continuing the company's efforts to simplify itself.

Led by founder Charles Dunstone, who returned to an executive role last year, TalkTalk has been drawn into a price war with broadband and telecoms rivals such as BT Group and Sky, the owner of Sky News.

Investors - the largest of whom is Sir Charles - have‎ had to swallow cuts to the dividend and a £200m share sale announced earlier this year.

TalkTalk is forecast by analysts to have made just £50m in pre-tax profit in the year to March, down from £161m the previous year.
https://news.sky.com/story/talktalk-...daisy-11383235

Raider999 24-05-2018 11:01
Re: ESPN, BT, Euro, Premier and Sky Sports news
 
Not at all surprised with the drop in profits at talk-talk considering the way they treat their customers


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