So, we aren't to far away from PBC hitting NBC, CBS, and Spike, thanks to the PBC and the Haymon group. For the first time in a long time Boxing will be a big prime time affair on network TV and I can't express just how important to the sport this really is. If every major sport can be seen for free on network TV, including the UFC, than boxing should absolutely be there with them. It's the closest thing to an actual "boxing league" we've ever seen in this sport and it's great to see someone try to bring it all together for a worldwide audience without fans having to buy overpriced PPV's or subscribing to SHO or HBO. I have a lot of questions that I hope PBC answers in time and I really hope the ratings and sponsors are there to keep this product alive and moving. Time shall tell. It's just so very exciting to see award winning composers, legendary boxers, and awesome play by play announcers getting involved, anyone who see's this as a negative really must not want to see this sport grow, which it needs to as it's become somewhat forgotten in the eyes of the average sports fan. Can't wait!
You just gonna cut'n'paste this onto any boxing forum you can find?:roll: Ah well, I hope you're getting paid well - uncle Al's reported to have deep pockets.
So, with all of these cards coming to national television would it be safe to say that should the PBC be a success that boxing is back and in a big way? A lot of that will probably depend upon how the sports media adopts it, if they do.... I'm hoping ESPN, as well as other sports outlets, cover PBC results on their programs with highlights and such, it would be good to see boxing constantly discussed on television by sports broadcasters who aren't married to the sport. Mainstream is the key here.
Sure. And when will Haymon's "investors" ask for a return on their millions which they have placed in Al's war chest.I see tens of millions of dollars being lost in the first couple of years(if not more). Risky biz if the ratings fall.:deal