Recapping some of this week’s stories that we didn’t cover for one reason or another. Payout Perspective: There are two sides to every story and the latest on the DirecTV-Versus impasse indicates that it’s about more than just fees. DirecTV attempted to move Versus to another tier in its programming, which would have taken Versus off […]
HDNet Fights
HDNet to air “HDNet Fights Presents: M-1 Global Breakthrough” Live on Friday
DALLAS (August 25, 2009) HDNet will feature exclusive coverage of “HDNet Fights Presents: M-1 Global Breakthrough,” LIVE from the historic Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Missouri, Friday, August 28 at 10:00 p.m. ET. In a special feature attraction, Fedor “The Last Emperor” Emelianenko – the pound-for-pound best fighter on the planet – makes his live […]
Michael Schiavello Now Calling MMA on HDNet
DALLAS (August 11, 2009) – HDNet is proud to announce internationally renowned broadcaster Michael Schiavello as the new voice of MMA events on HDNet. Schiavello, known as “The Voice,” is one of the world’s leading combat sport broadcasters thanks to his trademark mix of entertaining one-liners and unparalleled understanding of MMA. Schiavello currently serves as […]
HDNET TO PREMIERE “MMA WORLDWIDE” THIS FRIDAY
New program presents an insider’s view on the world of MMA, Friday, August 7 at 7:30 p.m. ET DALLAS (August 4, 2009) HDNet today announced the premiere of “MMA Worldwide,” a new program giving MMA fans unprecedented, behind-the-scenes access to all the exciting action of the sport, including the best events, the top fighters’ homes […]
Schiavello Named the New Voice of MMA on HDNet
On tonight’s edition of Inside MMA it was announced that Michael Schiavello will be the new voice of MMA on HDNet. MMAPayout.com has learned that the deal’s term is three years. Schiavello is currently the English language announcer for K-1 and is known for his flamboyant style. He will be paired with MMA legend Guy […]