PFL Renews Broadcast Deal with U-Next in Japan

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has extended its exclusive broadcast partnership with U-Next, a leading streaming service in Japan, ensuring continued coverage of PFL events for Japanese audiences. The renewal coincides with PFL Madrid, taking place on March 20th in Madrid, Spain and early Saturday morning (March 21st) in Japan.

Strategic Importance of the Japanese Market

This deal extension underscores the importance of the Japanese market to the PFL’s global expansion strategy. Asia is a critically key region for the global growth of MMA and for the future of the PFL,” stated PFL CEO John Martin PFLMMA.com. The PFL aims to capitalize on the growing popularity of mixed martial arts in the Asia-Pacific region by signing top Asian talent and hosting more events throughout the region.

U-Next’s Commitment to MMA

U-Next CEO Tenshin Tsutsumi expressed excitement about continuing the partnership, highlighting the platform’s dedication to delivering diverse martial arts content to Japanese fans. PFLMMA.com. The streaming service will continue to be the exclusive home for all PFL programming, including PFL Global events, PFL MENA, and PFL Africa.

PFL’s Expanding Global Presence

The renewed partnership with U-Next follows a recent wide-ranging deal with Sportradar, which will distribute betting data and betting streaming rights for the promotion. MMA Junkie This collaboration aims to enhance the PFL’s global betting and gaming strategy, covering its entire sports betting ecosystem.

Japanese PFL Athletes

Current Japanese PFL stars include Kana Watanabe, Masayuki Kikuiri, and Takeshi Izumi, further solidifying the league’s commitment to developing talent within the region. PFLMMA.com

The PFL continues to build momentum as a global powerhouse in MMA, with premium events hosted across the U.S., Europe, MENA, and Africa. PFLMMA.com