UFC and Dana White Angry over ESPN+ Issues, Considering Switch to Netflix

UFC and Dana White are reportedly frustrated with the current state of ESPN+ and are considering a move to Netflix for broadcasting. The MMA company feels that ESPN has not lived up to their end of the exclusive broadcast rights partnership that began in 2019. Viewers have experienced frequent streaming issues, dropouts, and lag, with the recent Alex Pereira vs Magomed Ankalaev PPV being the final straw.

In response to these challenges, UFC and parent company TKO are exploring the possibility of signing a deal with Netflix. The streaming platform has seen success with events like the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight and NFL games on Christmas Day, making it an appealing option for the UFC. ESPN, on the other hand, has shifted its focus to other sports like the NBA, WNBA, NCAA Football, and the NFL.

The potential move to Netflix highlights the growing dissatisfaction with ESPN’s broadcasting of UFC events. Fans have taken to social media during UFC PPVs to express frustration with the streaming issues. This partnership with Netflix could be a game-changer for the UFC and continue the streaming platform’s path toward becoming a premier sports broadcaster.