TNA Wrestling extended its broadcast deal with Warner Bros. Discovery’s premium sports channel, Eurosport India. The following was issued:
TNA WRESTLING RENEWS PARTNERSHIP WITH WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY, BROADCASTING EXCLUSIVE WEEKLY CONTENT VIA EUROSPORT INDIA
The Multi-Year Deal Includes All-New Episodes of the Hindi-Language Wrestling Series ‘Pehlwani Patakha’ as well as TNA+
LOS ANGELES (March 4, 2024) – Anthem Sports & Entertainment, Inc., a global multi-platform media company, announced today that TNA Wrestling has extended its partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery’s premium sports channel Eurosport India. The multi-year agreement brings exclusive weekly TNA content to viewers throughout India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
The announcement includes eight new TNA+Presents specials each year, putting fans front and center for all the intense action, blockbuster stories, and world-class athletes. The extension also features all-new episodes of the popular Hindi-language series Pehlwani Patakha—showcasing top highlights from the promotion’s flagship TNA iMPACT! series as well as iconic moments from TNA’s storied legacy.
“We are delighted to extend our partnership with TNA Wrestling, bringing exclusive TNA content to viewers across South Asia through Eurosport India,” stated Ruchir Jain, Head of Distribution & Eurosport, South Asia, Warner Bros. Discovery. “Pro-Wrestling has been instrumental in building the professional wrestling ecosystem in the region, while also integral to cultivating Eurosport’s passionate fan-base. This collaboration underscores our commitment to delivering top-tier sports entertainment, and we look forward to providing our diverse audience with thrilling wrestling experiences.”
“The Eurosport India audience has been incredibly supportive of TNA throughout the years, and it is important that we can continue to provide exclusive wrestling content to them in their language,” said Ariel Shnerer, VP of Content and Distribution, Anthem. “We are proud to extend this landmark partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery, and we look forward to showcasing all of the exciting things TNA has in store for Eurosport India and its viewers in the coming months.”
TNA is one of the largest professional wrestling organizations in the world, and the premier destination for wrestling fans across the globe now reaching 200 countries. Since its inception in 2002, TNA has boasted legendary talents such as Ric Flair, Sting, Kurt Angle, Kevin Nash, Mick Foley, AJ Styles and many more. TNA’s current roster is headlined by TNA World Champion Moose and Knockouts World Champion Jordynne Grace, X-Division Champion Mustafa Ali, World Tag Team Champions ABC (Ace Austin and Chris Bey), Knockouts World Tag Team Champions MK Ultra (Masha Slamovich & Killer Kelly), and Digital Media Champion Crazzy Steve as well as Indian powerhouses Bhupinder Gujjar, Champagne Singh and Shera.
About Anthem Sports & Entertainment, Inc.
Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc. is a global multi-platform media company with offices and studios in Toronto, Los Angeles, Denver, Nashville, New York, Kansas City, and Cleveland. Anthem’s portfolio includes AXS TV, a leading music, entertainment and sports television channel and digital media company; global film distribution company Gravitas Ventures; Fight Network, the world’s premier combat sports channel with broadcast distribution across 10+ countries and available globally through multiple OTT platforms; TNA Wrestling, one of the world’s leading wrestling organizations; Invicta Fighting Championships, the world’s premier all-women mixed martial arts promotion; Game+, the leader in sports wagering, Esports and gaming content; GameTV, the home of game shows and competition-based reality series; and HDNet Movies, which features theatrically released films and documentaries. For more information, visit www.anthemse.com.
About Warner Bros. Discovery-Eurosport India:
Warner Bros. Discovery’s flagship sports offering, Eurosport India represents WBD’s portfolio of sports channels and platforms in the Indian market. It engages fans and broad audiences with sports from all across the globe. Eurosport India is the home to some of the most exclusive sports properties around the globe including Pro Wrestling, Tour de France, PGA Tour, Table Tennis, Tennis, Motorsport, Cricket and Football to name a few in the Indian market.
TNA Wrestling, one of the largest professional wrestling organizations in the world, has extended its broadcast deal with Warner Bros. Discovery’s premium sports channel, Eurosport India. This multi-year agreement will bring exclusive weekly TNA content to viewers in India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
The partnership includes the airing of all-new episodes of the popular Hindi-language series “Pehlwani Patakha,” which showcases top highlights from TNA’s flagship series, TNA iMPACT!, as well as iconic moments from TNA’s history. In addition, the agreement includes eight new TNA+Presents specials each year, providing fans with even more intense action and blockbuster stories.
Ruchir Jain, Head of Distribution & Eurosport, South Asia, Warner Bros. Discovery, expressed his excitement about the extended partnership, stating, “Pro-Wrestling has been instrumental in building the professional wrestling ecosystem in the region, while also integral to cultivating Eurosport’s passionate fan-base. This collaboration underscores our commitment to delivering top-tier sports entertainment, and we look forward to providing our diverse audience with thrilling wrestling experiences.”
Ariel Shnerer, VP of Content and Distribution at Anthem Sports & Entertainment, the parent company of TNA Wrestling, also expressed his pride in the partnership extension. He emphasized the importance of providing exclusive wrestling content to the Eurosport India audience in their language and highlighted the exciting things TNA has in store for viewers in the coming months.
TNA Wrestling has a rich history and has featured legendary talents such as Ric Flair, Sting, Kurt Angle, Kevin Nash, Mick Foley, and AJ Styles. The current roster includes notable names like TNA World Champion Moose, Knockouts World Champion Jordynne Grace, X-Division Champion Mustafa Ali, and World Tag Team Champions ABC (Ace Austin and Chris Bey).
Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc., the parent company of TNA Wrestling, is a global multi-platform media company with a diverse portfolio. It includes AXS TV, a leading music, entertainment, and sports television channel; Gravitas Ventures, a global film distribution company; Fight Network, the world’s premier combat sports channel; and Invicta Fighting Championships, a leading all-women mixed martial arts promotion, among others.
Warner Bros. Discovery’s flagship sports offering, Eurosport India, represents the company’s portfolio of sports channels and platforms in the Indian market. It offers a wide range of sports content, including Pro Wrestling, Tour de France, PGA Tour, Table Tennis, Tennis, Motorsport, Cricket, and Football.
Overall, this extended partnership between TNA Wrestling and Eurosport India will provide wrestling fans in South Asia with exclusive and thrilling content, further solidifying TNA’s position as a premier destination for wrestling enthusiasts worldwide.