hello,
ok. here's the thing. it appears that it will air everywhere, it is just not clear what networks are picking it up.
they will begin filming later this year. it is easy to say it will be aired in thailand, as that is where they will be. it is also easier to say it will air in europe, as there are several networks that already show this sport. it is pretty popular over there (much more so than america). in latin america, they have already voiced interest in the show going there, and there are far fewer networks, so that part of the decision making process is more clear cut than america.
as far as american coverage, it becomes really complex. spike has dropped the ufc, so zuffa is hunting for a network. the ifl is proving popular on "mynetwork" (ch.13 in losangeles). ufc, pride, wec and all the others are jockeying for position here, so from the standpoint of the contender producers... it is not possible to guess at this point.
suffice to say, on one channel or another it will be here on a regular channel (you won't have to pay extra to get it).
this situation may explain speculation of airing it on youtube. this could be looked upon as a last resort sort of thing.... "well, if none of the networks will carry it... we can get it out there on youtube!"
thanks.
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