TNA Wrestling has extended its broadcast deal with Warner Bros. Discovery’s premium sports channel, Eurosport India.
You can check out the official announcement below:
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 Extends Broadcast Deal with Eurosport India
TNA Wrestling, one of the largest professional wrestling organizations in the world, has recently announced the extension of its broadcast deal with Warner Bros. Discovery’s premium sports channel, Eurosport India. This multi-year agreement brings exclusive weekly TNA content to viewers in South Asia, including India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
The partnership includes the airing of eight new TNA+Presents specials each year, providing fans with intense action, blockbuster stories, and world-class athletes. Additionally, the deal features all-new episodes of the popular Hindi-language series Pehlwani Patakha, showcasing top highlights from TNA’s flagship iMPACT! series and iconic moments from its storied legacy.
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 pride in extending the landmark partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery. Shnerer emphasized the importance of providing exclusive wrestling content to the Eurosport India audience in their language and promised exciting things 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 is headlined by TNA World Champion Moose and Knockouts World Champion Jordynne Grace, among others.
Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc., the global multi-platform media company that owns TNA Wrestling, has a diverse portfolio that includes AXS TV, Gravitas Ventures, Fight Network, Invicta Fighting Championships, Game+, GameTV, and HDNet Movies. With offices and studios in various locations, Anthem is dedicated to providing quality entertainment across multiple platforms.
Eurosport India, part of Warner Bros. Discovery’s sports offering, represents a wide range of sports channels and platforms in the Indian market. It engages fans with sports from around the globe, including Pro Wrestling, Tour de France, PGA Tour, Table Tennis, Tennis, Motorsport, Cricket, and Football.
This extended partnership between TNA Wrestling and Eurosport India is a testament to the growing popularity of professional wrestling in South Asia. With exclusive content and a commitment to delivering top-tier sports entertainment, fans can look forward to thrilling wrestling experiences in the years to come.