Netflix ‘involved in a HUGE move into live sports as streaming giant consider securing major boxing matches following the success of their sports documentaries
- Netflix wants to expand into sports streaming, with a major boxing match in mind
- It comes as Netflix announced the launch of ‘The Netflix Cup’ on November 14
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Netflix is reportedly exploring the possibility of entering the boxing streaming services arena.
The streaming giants are preparing to launch live sporting events on November 14 under the banner of ‘The Netflix Cup’. This tournament will be a golf competition with athletes from the documentary series Drive to Survive and Full Swing.
In addition, Netflix has discussed shooting a boxing match with YouTuber boxer Jake Paul, as reported by the Wall Street Journal.
The report also suggests the possible inclusion of a fight featuring fighters from Premier Boxing Champions, a program that previously aired on Paramount’s Showtime, featuring notable stars such as middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez, who is looking for a new platform after being dropped by Paramount.
Netflix executives have reportedly been debating the idea of entering the sports broadcast space for several years. However, talks are still at a very early stage and there is no guarantee that Netflix will move forward with these plans.
Middleweight Canelo Alvarez is looking for a new platform after being dropped by Paramount
The streaming giants prepare to launch live events, starting with ‘The Netflix Cup’
Jake Paul’s future fights, following his next two matches on DAZN, could potentially become available on Netflix, as the platform previously collaborated with Paul for his documentary
If Netflix were to venture into sports broadcasting, it would join platforms like Amazon Prime, which already streams the Premier League.
Netflix has previously opposed such a move due to the rising costs associated with sports broadcasting rights.
In the past, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos has stated, “We’re not against sports, we’re pro-profit,” hinting at a possible shift in the company’s attitude that ultimately led to the introduction of “The Netflix.” Cup.’
Netflix has a history of producing sports-related content, including documentary series like ‘Sunderland ‘Til I Die’ and ‘Beckham’.
Jake Paul’s future fights, following his next two matches on DAZN, could potentially become available on Netflix, as the platform previously worked with Paul to produce the documentary ‘Untold: Jake Paul the Problem Child’.
