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Major new agreement sees the NFL take 10% stake in ESPN
Sports

Major new agreement sees the NFL take 10% stake in ESPN

The NFL has taken a 10% share in the Disney-controlled ESPN. It comes just ahead of the launch of ESPN's direct to consumer streaming service.

by Dan BarrettAug 6, 2025

Gravity Media powers 9Network’s expanded NRLW broadcast in 2025
Sports

Gravity Media powers 9Network’s expanded NRLW broadcast in 2025

Gravity Media has partnered with Nine’s Wide World of Sports to deliver broadcast and tech for the 2025 NRLW season, including the first Magic Round.

by MediaweekAug 5, 2025

Westpac signs on as Principal Partner for Australian cricket teams
Sports

Westpac signs on as Principal Partner for Australian cricket teams

Westpac has been named the new Principal Partner of Cricket Australia, backing national men’s and women’s teams in a deal that puts its logo front and centre across formats.

by MediaweekJul 31, 2025

Hindi and Mandarin commentary coming to AFL on Kayo Sports
Sports

Hindi and Mandarin commentary coming to AFL on Kayo Sports

Fox Footy and Kayo Sports are expanding their AFL offering with alternate language commentary in Hindi and Mandarin for two key matches across Rounds 21 and 22.

by MediaweekJul 30, 2025

TV Guide: Where to watch the entire Premier League Summer Series
Sports

TV Guide: Where to watch the entire Premier League Summer Series

All matches will be available on Stan Sport live and on demand.

by Natasha LeeJul 25, 2025

Seven's bold play to capture younger sport viewers
Sports

Seven's bold play to capture younger sport viewers

Kirsty Bradmore: 'There was an opportunity to create bespoke programming for children by children, which is what we've done.'

by Natasha LeeJul 18, 2025

Foxtel Media signs Harvey Norman, KFC & Westpac as NRLW broadcast sponsors
Sports

Foxtel Media signs Harvey Norman, KFC & Westpac as NRLW broadcast sponsors

With a focus on branded integration and player storytelling, Foxtel Media has signed three major brands.

by Tom GosbyJul 18, 2025

Foxtel has rebooted the mobile Kayo Sports app. Here's what's different and when you will get it
News

Foxtel has rebooted the mobile Kayo Sports app. Here's what's different and when you will get it

Foxtel Executive Director of Product Tom Blaxland speaks with Mediaweek about why the Kayo refresh was so appealing, he moved his family around the world so he could work on it.

by Dan BarrettJul 7, 2025

Nine kicks off 2025 NRLW season with every match live and free
Sports

Nine kicks off 2025 NRLW season with every match live and free

The 2025 NRLW season begins today, with all 66 matches airing live and free across Nine and 9Now, including Saturday triple headers and a dedicated women’s league wrap show.

by Tom GosbyJul 3, 2025

News Corp acquires platform behind SuperCoach, eyes major fantasy sports expansion
Sports

News Corp acquires platform behind SuperCoach, eyes major fantasy sports expansion

News Corp Australia has acquired the platform behind SuperCoach from Vapormedia, setting the stage for new formats, games, and commercial growth across fantasy sports.

by Tom GosbyJul 1, 2025

Why is Seven streaming the Esports World Cup 2025? "Everyone's like, 'Hey, this is cool.'"
Sports

Why is Seven streaming the Esports World Cup 2025? "Everyone's like, 'Hey, this is cool.'"

Seven's National Digital Sales Director Jordan King on the opportunity Esports provides Seven to expand the sort of viewer it is delivering and how the network can build off that.

by Dan BarrettJun 29, 2025

Stan to stream Premier League under shared rights deal with Optus
Sports

Stan to stream Premier League under shared rights deal with Optus

Nine Entertainment, which owns Stan, is expected to pay around $60 million annually for the rights over the next three years.

by Natasha LeeJun 26, 2025

Netball Australia resets brand strategy ahead of Sydney 2027 Netball World Cup
Brands

Netball Australia resets brand strategy ahead of Sydney 2027 Netball World Cup

The appointments come as Netball World Cup returns to Australian in August 2027, with Sydney to host the world's top 16 nations.

by Alisha BuayaJun 25, 2025

Amplify Sport adds to athlete-creator roster with Olympian influencers and an NRL vet-turned podcaster
Agencies

Amplify Sport adds to athlete-creator roster with Olympian influencers and an NRL vet-turned podcaster

Amplify Sport has signed three high-profile Australian athletes to expand its creator roster to 14, highlighting the growing influence of athlete-led content in brand campaigns.

by Tom GosbyJun 24, 2025

CommBank secures naming rights for Socceroos in historic football deal
News

CommBank secures naming rights for Socceroos in historic football deal

Commonwealth Bank is increasing its investment in Football Australia, with a landmark deal to become a major sponsor 'at all levels'.

by Frances SheenJun 19, 2025

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