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The National Hockey League (NHL) and DAZN recently announced a multi-year strategic partnership which will see DAZN become the exclusive home of NHL.TV in nearly 200 countries beginning with the 2025-26 season. As the exclusive destination for live and on-demand coverage of every NHL game – including the Stanley Cup Playoffs and Stanley Cup Final – NHL.TV will move from its current service to DAZN, a world-leading sports entertainment platform. Existing NHL.TV subscribers will receive further details on the migration in the coming months.
Under the new partnership, NHL.TV will be available on DAZN as a standalone subscription or as an add-on to existing DAZN packages across markets of operation in nearly 200 countries around the world excluding the U.S., Canada, and the Nordics (Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden). NHL.TV will be promoted and integrated across the DAZN platform to its fast-growing base of more than 120 million registered sport enthusiasts. Fans will be able to access NHL.TV on any device on which DAZN is available, including smart TVs, mobile devices, tablets, and gaming consoles, providing maximum flexibility. This partnership leverages DAZN’s market-leading technology, global distribution infrastructure, and powerful marketing capabilities and will provide fans around the world with more ways to access NHL games.NHL.TV will join DAZN’s extensive multi-sport offering which includes other channels such as NFL Game Pass, PGA Tour Pass, and FIBA’s Courtside 1891, offering fans around the world access to their favourite leagues and competitions.
DAZN Group CEO Shay Segev said, “DAZN’s landmark agreement with the NHL is a significant step forward in our mission to deliver the most exciting sports action to fans across the globe. We’re excited to bring a premium North American sports property to a broad international audience through an innovative, accessible, and immersive viewing experience. By combining the NHL’s thrilling content with DAZN’s global platform and best-in-class technology, we’re unlocking new ways for fans to connect with the game they love — anytime, anywhere, and on any device.” NHL Chief Operating Officer Steve McArdle said, “The NHL is a global League, and with 30 percent of our Players born outside of North America, engaging our international fans is a significant priority. Media distribution is at the core of our global strategy, and we are thrilled to partner with DAZN to continue to expand our global reach and engage with our fast-growing international fan base. Our shared commitment to innovation, gold standard technology and providing an exceptional content delivery service will allow us to deliver NHL content to hockey fans around the world on the platforms they prefer.”
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Manchester City Club Content Launches On DAZN Platform
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DAZN and Manchester City Football Club have recently announced the creation of a club environment on the DAZN platform. The collaboration provides fans with access to Manchester City team content and leverages DAZN’s unparalleled global reach, providing a powerful platform for Manchester City to deepen connections with their global fanbase and engage new audiences.
The dedicated environment for Manchester City content on the DAZN platform gives Man City fans access to the club’s teams, players and inner workings through a non-live content slate. Content includes behind-the-scenes footage, interviews, press conferences, podcast segments, and more. As part of DAZN’s free content offering, fans can now experience a rich array of interactive features such as gaming, merchandise, ticketing, and more – creating a fully immersive fan experience. This free content sits alongside a host of live and on-demand sports content on DAZN from top global competitions including the NFL Game Pass, Ironman, X Games, and elite European football.
Manchester City’s content on DAZN will bring Man City fans closer to their favourite club in new and innovative ways. The DAZN platform is uniquely positioned to provide global scale and reach, delivering Manchester City’s world-class content to an ever-growing audience. By creating a dedicated club environment, DAZN is amplifying the fan experience by opening new paths for engagement, interaction, and entertainment.
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TrillerTV Adds ATP Media’s Tennis TV Classics Channel To Free Sports Lineup
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TrillerTV is excited to announce the launch of the ATP Media's Tennis TV Classics archive FAST Channel, the newest addition to its growing portfolio of free-to-view linear sports programming. Tennis fans around the world (excluding the U.S.) can now enjoy 24/7 access to some of the greatest moments in men's professional tennis — completely free, no subscription required.
Tennis TV Classics offers round-the-clock coverage of top-tier men's tennis, from iconic match replays to classic rivalries and tournament highlights. This marks the third Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) channel to launch on TrillerTV, joining popular offerings in combat sports (TrillerTV 24/7) and cricket (Willow Sports). The addition of the ATP Media's FAST channel reinforces TrillerTV's strategic commitment to expanding and delivering premium sports content without paywalls or subscription barriers. Fans will see legendary tennis matchups such as Djokovic vs. Nadal, Federer vs. Murray, and recent highlights featuring stars like Alcaraz and Medvedev. The best of the ATP Tour from 1990 to present day will also include legends like Boris Becker, Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras and more.
Viewers will enjoy round-the-clock programming featuring comprehensive tennis coverage including ATP Masters 1000, ATP 500, and ATP 250 action; daily programming featuring classic matches, player profiles, and ATP Tour legends; over 1,000 full matches; extended and short-form match highlights; and classic ATP Uncovered magazine show editions. Tennis TV Classics promises to showcase ATP Tour history by serving up legendary players, classic rivalries, and pure tennis excitement, on and off the court — free on TrillerTV.
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TrillerTV And Good Brothers Team Up For New Wrestling Reality Series TALKNSHOP PRESENTS: Lariato Pro
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TrillerTV expands its pro wrestling content with the exclusive and behind-the-scenes reality series TALKNSHOP PRESENTS: Lariato Pro. The series, coming from wrestling veterans and fan favorites Karl Anderson and Doc Gallows collectively known as The Good Brothers, premiered last August 2, 2025 with new episodes airing every Saturday at 8:00 pm exclusively on TrillerTV+. The series showcases The Good Brothers' unique brand of wrestling, unmistakable humor, and charisma that has made them household names in the industry. Wrestling fans will get an insider's all-access pass to the wild world of independent wrestling in a way they've never seen before. Fans will have a front-row seat to all the action in and out of the ring, and then get to witness the hustle, chaos and brotherhood that happens behind the ropes.
The series promises to be loud, proud and totally unfiltered. With appearances from rising stars and wrestling legends, the madness of Southern indie wrestling is on full display and on TrillerTV+, the premium digital brand for live sports and entertainment. TrillerTV offers the best pay-per-view events, special bundles and exclusive content that fans of combat sports and pro wrestling desire. "We're beyond pumped to partner with TrillerTV and finally bring ‘Lariato Pro' to life the way we always envisioned. This is our world, our crew and our story – raw, real, and absolutely ridiculous," said Gallows. Anderson adds, "Wrestling isn't just what we do – it's who we are. This series shows the good, the bad and the beer-soaked chaos that makes this business unforgettable."
"The Good Brothers have built something truly original with ‘Lariato Pro' – it's hilarious, heartfelt, and undeniably real. This is exactly the kind of bold, creator-led content that resonates with our audience and pushes the boundaries of what wrestling entertainment can be," said TrillerTV Chief Content Officer Adam Bigwood. TrillerTV streams a full array of PPV, subscription packages, and thousands of hours of live, VOD and free programs to millions of fans around the world. Experience indie wrestling in a whole new way with TALKNSHOP PRESENTS: Lariato Pro every Saturday on TrillerTV+, available on-demand anytime on any device.
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Red Bull Half Court Returns To PH For New Season With Cebu, Davao, Manila Qualifiers
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Get your squads ready as Red Bull Half Court returns to the Philippines for a brand-new season filled with unmatched energy, raw determination, and high-stakes action. The biggest 3-on-3 streetball tournament becomes the ultimate battlefield for rising local talent as they vie for a chance to represent the Philippines at the Red Bull Half Court World Final, set to take place in the UAE on November. In partnership with FILA and Spalding, Red Bull Half Court will hold qualifier rounds across five continents and over 20 participating countries including South Africa, Norway, and Kosovo as the rookies.
“Year after year, Red Bull Half court continues to push the game forward. Seeing the sport grow in new countries and watching these athletes bring their best is truly special," said NBA shooting coach Chris ‘Lethal Shooter’ Matthews. To add a surprising twist to the game, teams who accumulate the most scoring points across all games will receive the “Own The Court” bonus that will help them advance to the next stage. Making the game faster and more intense, 3-point shots can be made from two special circles located behind the arc. Regional qualifiers will take place in Davao on August 30 and 31, Cebu on September 13 and 14, and Manila on September 27 and 28. Elimination rounds are slated on the first day while the qualifiers will happen on the second day. Winning teams from each regional qualifier will advance to the Red Bull Half Court National Final in Manila, happening on October 18, where each team, along with select wildcard teams, will face off for a chance to represent the Philippines at the Red Bull Half Court World Final in UAE.
Think your squad has what it takes to run the court? Gather a team of 3 to 4 players aged 18 years and above. Players must be residents of the Philippines with at least 3 holding valid Philippine passports. To register, simply purchase four cans of Red Bull from any 7-Eleven store and upload the receipt upon signing up through the official Red Bull Half Court website. Registered teams automatically get a set of light and dark Red Bull Half Court jerseys. For more information and updates, visit the official Red Bull website and its social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, and Tiktok.
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All Set For Third Edition Of PTTF Intercollegiate And Interscholastic Challenge
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The Philippine Table Tennis Federation Inc. (PTTF) Intercollegiate and Interscholastic Challenge rolls off on August 29-31, 2025 at the Ayala Malls Manila Bay Home Court. Now in its third edition, the tournament has become one of the most anticipated events in the table tennis community where the best college and high school teams from different leagues compete against each other across 14 events.
“Last year, we had around 600 participants. This time, we are looking at an even bigger number of participants. This is the third season and this is the biggest intercollegiate, interscholastic event in the country in the post-pandemic era were different university, colleges, and schools from different leagues meet in one big event to test who is the best in the country,” said PTTF secretary general Pong Ducanes. University of Santo Tomas captured seven titles in last year’s competition with Eljay Tormis among the winners by ruling the College Men’s Singles division. The tournament is backed by Topcoms Marketing (official distributor of Mizuno Shoes), Lamtex, Akari, Huaching Foundation, Cara Celine Dormtel, Gold Cross Security Agency, Aero Technologies Solutions OPC, Osmium Group Marketing Inc., Gatorade, Philippine Sports Commission, Philippine Olympic Committee, and Ayala Malls Manila Bay. The college division will have eight events in the Men’s Team – Division 1, Women’s Team – Division 1, Men’s Team – Division 2, Women’s Team – Division 2, Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, and Women’s Doubles.
The high school division in the tournament also supported by Dino Jalandoni, Eric Ongkauko, Bombit Silva, and Mark Andrew Flores will have the following events: Boys’ Team, Girls’ Team, Boys’ Singles, Girls’ Singles, Boys’ Doubles, and Girls’ Doubles. Cash prizes, gift certificates, trophies, and medals are at stake in the three-day competition. For registration and/or inquiries, contact Neil Patrick Ferrer at npsferrer@gmail.com, Whatsapp/Viber number +639984758695, and Facebook Messenger at facebook.com/Neil.Patrick.Ferrer.16, and Al Arnibal on Facebook and at alcent20@gmail.com.
