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{{Infobox TV channel
{{Infobox TV channel
| name = Fight Network
| name = Fight Network
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| country = Canada
| country = Canada
| language = English
| language = English
| broadcast area = Canada (National), United States, Portugal ([[NOS (Portuguese media company)|NOS]]/[[Vodafone Portugal]]), Belgium ([[Telenet (Belgium)|Telenet]]), Angola ([[ZAP (satellite television)|ZAP]]), Mozambique ([[ZAP (satellite television)|ZAP]]), Turkey ([[D-Smart]]), Middle East/North Africa ([[OSN]]), Bosnia/Serbia/Montenegro ([[RTV Pink]]), Italy
| broadcast area = Canada (National), United States, Portugal ([[NOS (Portuguese media company)|NOS]]/[[Vodafone Portugal]]), Belgium ([[Telenet (Belgium)|Telenet]]), Angola ([[ZAP (satellite television)|ZAP]]), Mozambique ([[ZAP (satellite television)|ZAP]]), Turkey ([[Türk Telekom]]), Middle East/North Africa ([[OSN]]), Bosnia/Serbia/Montenegro ([[RTV Pink]]), Italy (DTT)
| headquarters = [[Toronto|Toronto, Ontario]]
| headquarters = [[Toronto|Toronto, Ontario]]
| former names =
| former names =
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| sat serv 2 = [[Shaw Direct]]
| sat serv 2 = [[Shaw Direct]]
| sat chan 2 = Channel 129 / 404 '''(SD)'''
| sat chan 2 = Channel 129 / 404 '''(SD)'''
| sat serv 3 = [[D-Smart]] <small>([[Turkey]])</small>
| sat chan 3 = Channel 87 '''(HD)'''
| sat serv 4 = [[OSN]] {{small|(MENA)}}
| sat chan 4 = Channel 614 '''(HD)'''
| cable serv 1 = Available on many Canadian cable systems
| cable serv 1 = Available on many Canadian cable systems
| cable chan 1 = Check local listings, channels may vary
| cable chan 1 = Check local listings, channels may vary
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| iptv chan 6 = Channel 427 '''(SD)'''
| iptv chan 6 = Channel 427 '''(SD)'''
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'''Fight Network''' is a [[Television in Canada|Canadian]]-based international [[English-language|English language]] [[specialty channel|television channel]] owned by [[Anthem Sports & Entertainment]]. The channel broadcasts programming related to [[combat sports]] including [[mixed martial arts]], [[boxing]], [[kickboxing]], and [[professional wrestling]], in particular, the co-owned [[Impact Wrestling]] promotion.
'''Fight Network''' is a [[Television in Canada|Canadian]]-based international [[English-language|English language]] [[specialty channel|television channel]] owned by [[Anthem Sports & Entertainment]]. The channel broadcasts programming related to [[combat sports]] including [[mixed martial arts]], [[boxing]], [[kickboxing]], and [[professional wrestling]], in particular, the co-owned [[IMPACT Wrestling]] promotion.


==History==
==History==
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BlackOut Communications originally owned TFN; however, after several organizational restructurings, Fight Media Inc. ended up owning and operating the Fight Network.
BlackOut Communications originally owned TFN; however, after several organizational restructurings, Fight Media Inc. ended up owning and operating the Fight Network.


In December 2010, former [[Canwest]] CEO [[Leonard Asper]] made a "significant investment" in Fight Network, marking his return to the media industry after the bankruptcy and wind-down of Canwest. Asper stated that it was "an exciting opportunity — not without its challenges, but also of course one with significant potential."<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.financialpost.com/asper+returns+media+with+fight+network+stake/3947524/story.html|title=Asper returns to media with Fight Network stake|last=Tedesco|first=Jamie Sturgeon and Theresa|website=Financial Post|language=en|access-date=2017-11-04}}</ref> The following April, to coincide with the upcoming [[UFC 129]] in Toronto, the network re-branded as simply '''Fight Network''', with a new logo and an associated marketing campaign to promote the network's expanded lineup.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.marketingmag.ca/uncategorized/new-fight-network-campaign-packs-a-punch-25846|title=New Fight Network campaign packs a punch|website=Marketing|language=en-CA|access-date=2017-11-04}}</ref> A [[high definition television|high definition]] feed launched in March 2013 initially on Rogers Cable.<ref>[http://fightnetwork.com/news/6385242:fight-network-launches-in-hd-on-rogers/ Fight Network Launches in HD on Rogers], Fight Network press release, 03-14-13</ref>
In December 2010, former [[Canwest]] CEO [[Leonard Asper]] made a "significant investment" in Fight Network, marking his return to the media industry after the bankruptcy and wind-down of Canwest. Asper stated that it was "an exciting opportunity — not without its challenges, but also of course one with significant potential."<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.financialpost.com/asper+returns+media+with+fight+network+stake/3947524/story.html|title=Asper returns to media with Fight Network stake|last=Tedesco|first=Jamie Sturgeon and Theresa|website=Financial Post|language=en|access-date=2017-11-04}}</ref> The following April, to coincide with the upcoming [[UFC 129]] in Toronto, the network re-branded as simply '''Fight Network''', with a new logo and an associated marketing campaign to promote the network's expanded lineup.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.marketingmag.ca/uncategorized/new-fight-network-campaign-packs-a-punch-25846|title=New Fight Network campaign packs a punch|website=Marketing|language=en-CA|access-date=2017-11-04}}</ref> A [[high definition television|high definition]] feed launched in March 2013, initially on Rogers Cable.<ref>[http://fightnetwork.com/news/6385242:fight-network-launches-in-hd-on-rogers/ Fight Network Launches in HD on Rogers], Fight Network press release, 03-14-13</ref>


On December 22, 2014, Fight Network announced that it had sub-licensed portions of the [[Ultimate Fighting Championship|UFC]]'s new Canadian rights agreement with [[Bell Media]] and [[The Sports Network|TSN]], including coverage of non-PPV preliminaries, international ''[[UFC Fight Night]]'' events, as well as other UFC archive programming, and the possibility of collaborating on other ancillary programs with TSN.<ref name=ssp-ufctsnrds>{{cite news|title=UFC reaches Canadian broadcast deal with TSN, RDS|url=http://www.thestarphoenix.com/g00/sports/mma/reaches+canadian+broadcast+deal+with/10673929/story.html|accessdate=23 December 2014|agency=[[Postmedia]] News}}</ref><ref name=tsn-ufc2015>{{cite web|title=TSN, RDS, and Fight Network become new Canadian home for UFC|url=https://www.tsn.ca/tsn-rds-and-fight-network-become-new-canadian-home-for-ufc-1.166213|website=TSN.ca|accessdate=23 December 2014}}</ref>
On December 22, 2014, Fight Network announced that it had sub-licensed portions of the [[Ultimate Fighting Championship|UFC]]'s new Canadian rights agreement with [[Bell Media]] and [[The Sports Network|TSN]], including coverage of non-PPV preliminaries, international ''[[UFC Fight Night]]'' events, as well as other UFC archive programming, and the possibility of collaborating on other ancillary programs with TSN.<ref name=ssp-ufctsnrds>{{cite news|title=UFC reaches Canadian broadcast deal with TSN, RDS|url=http://www.thestarphoenix.com/g00/sports/mma/reaches+canadian+broadcast+deal+with/10673929/story.html|accessdate=23 December 2014|agency=[[Postmedia]] News}}</ref><ref name=tsn-ufc2015>{{cite web|title=TSN, RDS, and Fight Network become new Canadian home for UFC|url=https://www.tsn.ca/tsn-rds-and-fight-network-become-new-canadian-home-for-ufc-1.166213|website=TSN.ca|accessdate=23 December 2014}}</ref>


In March 2015, Fight Network acquired Canadian rights to [[Impact Wrestling|TNA Wrestling]] programming, including ''[[Impact! (TV series)|Impact Wrestling]]'', ''[[Impact! Xplosion|TNA Xplosion]]'', and ''TNA Greatest Matches''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/54911:fight-network-signs-multi-year-tv-deal-with-tna-wrestling/|title=Fight Network Signs Multi-Year TV Deal with TNA Wrestling|work=fightnetwork.com}}</ref> In June 2015, Fight Network announced a broadcasting agreement with the [[World Series of Fighting]], covering Canada and other [[EMEA]] markets.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/56766:fight-network-signs-exclusive-multi-year-deal-with-wsof/|title=Fight Network Signs Exclusive Multi-Year Deal with WSOF|work=fightnetwork.com}}</ref> In March 2016, TNA expanded its relationship with Fight Network to offer its programming internationally through Fight Network's streaming platforms.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/6552154:fight-network-and-tna-impact-wrestling-enter-into-comprehensive-global-content-partnership/|title=Fight Network and TNA IMPACT WRESTLING Enter Into Comprehensive Global Content Partnership - Fight Network|publisher=}}</ref><ref name="aroluxefightnetworkshareholders">{{cite news|last1=Morgan|first1=Richard|title=Billy Corgan in talks to become majority owner of TNA wrestling|url=https://nypost.com/2016/09/16/billy-corgan-in-talks-to-become-majority-owner-of-tna-wrestling/|accessdate=16 September 2016|work=New York Post|date=17 September 2016|quote=In addition to majority owner and Chairwoman Dixie Carter, Corgan, Aroluxe Marketing and Canada’s Fight Network all have equity stakes.}}</ref>
In March 2015, Fight Network acquired Canadian rights to [[Impact Wrestling|TNA Wrestling]] programming, including ''[[Impact! (TV series)|Impact Wrestling]]'', ''[[Impact! Xplosion|TNA Xplosion]]'', and ''TNA Greatest Matches''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/54911:fight-network-signs-multi-year-tv-deal-with-tna-wrestling/|title=Fight Network Signs Multi-Year TV Deal with TNA Wrestling|work=fightnetwork.com}}</ref> In March 2016, TNA expanded its relationship with Fight Network to offer its programming internationally through Fight Network's streaming platforms.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/6552154:fight-network-and-tna-impact-wrestling-enter-into-comprehensive-global-content-partnership/|title=Fight Network and TNA IMPACT WRESTLING Enter Into Comprehensive Global Content Partnership - Fight Network|publisher=}}</ref><ref name="aroluxefightnetworkshareholders">{{cite news|last1=Morgan|first1=Richard|title=Billy Corgan in talks to become majority owner of TNA wrestling|url=https://nypost.com/2016/09/16/billy-corgan-in-talks-to-become-majority-owner-of-tna-wrestling/|accessdate=16 September 2016|work=New York Post|date=17 September 2016|quote=In addition to majority owner and Chairwoman Dixie Carter, Corgan, Aroluxe Marketing and Canada’s Fight Network all have equity stakes.}}</ref>


=== TNA acquisition, subsequent cuts ===
===TNA acquisition===
In January 2017, Fight Network's parent company Anthem Sports & Entertainment acquired a majority stake in TNA, which had been financially-strained. Under Anthem, the promotion was renamed ''Impact Wrestling'' after its flagship program.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.multichannel.com/news/content/anthem-acquires-majority-interest-tna-impact-wrestling/409982|title=Anthem Acquires Majority Interest in TNA Impact Wrestling |website=Multichannel|language=en|access-date=2017-11-03}}</ref> Following the TNA acquisition, Fight Network began cutting its studio programming; in March 2017, long-time Fight Network personalities [[Robin Black]] and [[John Ramdeen]] left the network as a result of layoffs by Anthem, and further layoffs occurred in October 2017, including the entire staff of ''Live Audio Wrestling'' (which the network claimed was on a "hiatus"). [[Dave Meltzer]] reported that these cutbacks stemmed from the TNA buyout, citing that Anthem intended to use the promotion to bolster its programming, especially in international markets, but that Impact's financial troubles had required Anthem to make cuts to Fight Network.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.wrestlezone.com/news/894015-exclusive-jeff-jarrett-claims-anthem-is-out-of-money-impact-wrestling-anthem-issue-response|title=Exclusive: Jeff Jarrett Claims 'Anthem Is Out Of Money'; Impact Wrestling & Anthem Issue Response|date=2017-10-23|work=Wrestlezone|access-date=2017-11-03|language=en-US}}</ref><ref name="deadspin-ruinseverything">{{Cite news|url=https://deadspin.com/impact-wrestling-ruins-everything-losses-lead-to-journ-1820040266|title=Impact Wrestling Ruins Everything: Losses Lead to Journalist Layoffs|last=Bixenspan|first=David|work=Deadspin|access-date=2017-11-03|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.f4wonline.com/wrestling-observer-radio/wor-talent-update-cuts-raw-recap-survivor-series-teams-more-245451|title=WOR: Talent update, cuts, RAW recap, Survivor Series teams, more!|date=October 31, 2017|website=f4wonline.com|access-date=November 2, 2017}}</ref>
In January 2017, Fight Network's parent company Anthem Sports & Entertainment acquired a majority stake in TNA, which had been financially-strained. Under Anthem, the promotion was renamed ''IMPACT Wrestling'' after its flagship program.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.multichannel.com/news/content/anthem-acquires-majority-interest-tna-impact-wrestling/409982|title=Anthem Acquires Majority Interest in TNA Impact Wrestling |website=Multichannel|language=en|access-date=2017-11-03}}</ref>


===International expansion===
===International expansion===
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On January 11, 2013, Fight Network's parent company [[Anthem Media Group]] Inc. announced a significant equity investment in [[Pursuit Channel]]. The investment included the purchase of shares from shareholders, as well as from the Treasury, resulting in a cash injection into the company.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/35728:anthem-media-makes-significant-investment-in-pursuit-channel/ |title=Anthem Media Makes Significant Investment in Pursuit Channel |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> In February 2013, Fight Network announced a two-hour dedicated programming block Monday nights on Pursuit Channel, available in 38 million homes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/36439:fight-network-launches-programming-block-on-pursuit-channel/ |title=Launches Programming Block on Pursuit Channel |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>
On January 11, 2013, Fight Network's parent company [[Anthem Media Group]] Inc. announced a significant equity investment in [[Pursuit Channel]]. The investment included the purchase of shares from shareholders, as well as from the Treasury, resulting in a cash injection into the company.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/35728:anthem-media-makes-significant-investment-in-pursuit-channel/ |title=Anthem Media Makes Significant Investment in Pursuit Channel |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> In February 2013, Fight Network announced a two-hour dedicated programming block Monday nights on Pursuit Channel, available in 38 million homes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/36439:fight-network-launches-programming-block-on-pursuit-channel/ |title=Launches Programming Block on Pursuit Channel |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>


On February 15, 2013, Fight Network launched with Angola-based operator [[ZAP (satellite television)|ZAP]], making the channel available to its subscriber base in Angola and Mozambique.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/37032:fight-network-expands-to-africa-now-in-angola-mozambique/ |title=Expands to Africa, Now in Angola, Mozambique |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date=2009-09-04 |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> On March 19, 2013, Fight Network launched in Portugal on [[ZON Multimédia|ZON]] with the network becoming available to its subscriber base in Europe.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/37033:fight-network-to-launch-in-europe-on-zon-in-portugal/ |title=to Launch in Europe on ZON in Portugal |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> On March 23, 2013, Fight Network announced an expansion to Turkey. Fight Network HD is available in Turkey on [[Television in Turkey#D-Smart|D-Smart]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/37297:fight-network-to-launch-in-turkey-on-d-smart/ |title=to Launch in Turkey on D-Smart |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> On August 13, 2013, Fight Network announced its agreement to launch in Belgium on Telenet, making it the fifth new territory to launch the channel in 2013.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/40489:fight-network-to-launch-in-belgium-on-telenet/ |title=to Launch in Belgium on TELENET |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> In December 2013, Fight Network announced that it had reached a deal with [[OSN]] to launch OSN Fight Network HD on its systems in the Middle East and Africa.<ref>[http://fightnetwork.com/news/43916:fight-network-launches-on-osn-in-middle-east-north-africa/ Fight Network Launches on OSN in Middle East, North Africa] Fight Network 2013-12-17</ref>
On February 15, 2013, Fight Network launched with Angola-based operator [[ZAP (satellite television)|ZAP]], making the channel available to its subscriber base in Angola and Mozambique.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/37032:fight-network-expands-to-africa-now-in-angola-mozambique/ |title=Expands to Africa, Now in Angola, Mozambique |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date=2009-09-04 |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> On March 19, 2013, Fight Network launched in Portugal on [[ZON Multimédia|ZON]] with the network becoming available to its subscriber base in Europe.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/37033:fight-network-to-launch-in-europe-on-zon-in-portugal/ |title=to Launch in Europe on ZON in Portugal |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> On March 23, 2013, Fight Network announced an expansion to Turkey. Fight Network HD is available in Turkey on [[Television in Turkey#D-Smart|D-Smart]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/37297:fight-network-to-launch-in-turkey-on-d-smart/ |title=to Launch in Turkey on D-Smart |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> In August 2013, Fight Network announced its agreement to launch in Belgium on Telenet<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/40489:fight-network-to-launch-in-belgium-on-telenet/ |title=to Launch in Belgium on TELENET |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>, and in December 2013, Fight Network launch OSN Fight Network HD on [[OSN]] systems in the Middle East and Africa.<ref>[http://fightnetwork.com/news/43916:fight-network-launches-on-osn-in-middle-east-north-africa/ Fight Network Launches on OSN in Middle East, North Africa] Fight Network 2013-12-17</ref>


In June 2014, Fight Network launched in standard definition in the New York metropolitan area on [[Cablevision]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/48521:fight-network-fntsy-sports-network-launch-on-optimum-tv/ |title=Fight Network, FNTSY Sports Network Launch on Optimum TV |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> In August 2014, Fight Network launched on [[Grande Communications]] in Texas markets <ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/49400:fight-network-launches-on-texas-based-grande-communications/ |title=Launches on Texas-Based Grande Communications |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> by replacing Anthem Media's own [[My Combat Channel]]. In July 2015, Fight Network launched on [[Suddenlink Communications]] across the U.S., making it available to its base of 1.5 million subscribers.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://cartt.ca/article/fight-network-fntsy-sports-expand-us-distribution-suddenlink-launch|title=Fight Network, FNTSY Sports expand U.S. distribution with Suddenlink launch|publisher=}}</ref> In March 2016, Fight Network expanded to Service Electric Broadband Cable in New Jersey.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/6552401:fntsy-sports-network-and-fight-network-launch-on-service-electric-broadband-cable-in-new-jersey/|title=FNTSY Sports Network and Fight Network Launch on Service Electric Broadband Cable in New Jersey - Fight Network|publisher=}}</ref> In April 2016, Fight Network launched on [[CenturyLink]] across the U.S.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.prweb.com/releases/2016/04/prweb13350415.htm|title=Anthem’s FNTSY Sports Network and Fight Network Launch on CenturyLink Across the U.S.|publisher=}}</ref>
In June 2014, Fight Network launched in standard definition in the New York metropolitan area on [[Cablevision]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/48521:fight-network-fntsy-sports-network-launch-on-optimum-tv/ |title=Fight Network, FNTSY Sports Network Launch on Optimum TV |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> In August 2014, Fight Network launched on [[Grande Communications]] in Texas markets <ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/49400:fight-network-launches-on-texas-based-grande-communications/ |title=Launches on Texas-Based Grande Communications |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>, rebranding [[My Combat Channel]], which it acquired in August 2013.<ref>http://fightnetwork.com/news/6389113:anthem-media-group-acquires-u-s-based-my-combat-channel/</ref> In July 2015, Fight Network launched on [[Suddenlink Communications]] across the U.S., making it available to its base of 1.5 million subscribers.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://cartt.ca/article/fight-network-fntsy-sports-expand-us-distribution-suddenlink-launch|title=Fight Network, FNTSY Sports expand U.S. distribution with Suddenlink launch|publisher=}}</ref> In March 2016, Fight Network expanded to Service Electric Broadband Cable in New Jersey.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/6552401:fntsy-sports-network-and-fight-network-launch-on-service-electric-broadband-cable-in-new-jersey/|title=FNTSY Sports Network and Fight Network Launch on Service Electric Broadband Cable in New Jersey - Fight Network|publisher=}}</ref> In April 2016, Fight Network launched on [[CenturyLink]] across the U.S.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.prweb.com/releases/2016/04/prweb13350415.htm|title=Anthem’s FNTSY Sports Network and Fight Network Launch on CenturyLink Across the U.S.|publisher=}}</ref>


In October 2014, Fight Network launched on the IPTV service Hellas Online 'hol my TV' in Greece.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/50967:fight-network-launches-in-greece-on-hellas-hol-my-tv/ |title=Launches in Greece on Hellas’ ‘hol my tv' |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date=2011-07-30 |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>
In October 2014, Fight Network launched on the IPTV service Hellas Online 'hol my TV' in Greece, later branded as Vodafone TV.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/50967:fight-network-launches-in-greece-on-hellas-hol-my-tv/ |title=Launches in Greece on Hellas’ ‘hol my tv' |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date=2011-07-30 |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>


In November 2015, Fight Network launched an app on the fourth-generation [[Apple TV]] set-top box media player.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/pressreleases/Anthems-FNTSY-Sports-Network-and-Fight-Network-Launch-on-Apple-TV-96071|title=Anthem’s FNTSY Sports Network and Fight Network Launch on Apple TV|first=|last=Sherdog.com|website=Sherdog}}</ref>
In November 2015, Fight Network launched an app on the fourth-generation [[Apple TV]] set-top box media player.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/pressreleases/Anthems-FNTSY-Sports-Network-and-Fight-Network-Launch-on-Apple-TV-96071|title=Anthem’s FNTSY Sports Network and Fight Network Launch on Apple TV|first=|last=Sherdog.com|website=Sherdog}}</ref>
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In April 2016, Fight Network launched on YipTV, the mobile cable Internet streaming service.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/6555903:anthems-fight-network-and-fntsy-sports-network-launch-on-yiptv-live-streaming-service/|title=Anthem’s Fight Network and FNTSY Sports Network Launch on YipTV Live Streaming Service - Fight Network|publisher=}}</ref>
In April 2016, Fight Network launched on YipTV, the mobile cable Internet streaming service.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/6555903:anthems-fight-network-and-fntsy-sports-network-launch-on-yiptv-live-streaming-service/|title=Anthem’s Fight Network and FNTSY Sports Network Launch on YipTV Live Streaming Service - Fight Network|publisher=}}</ref>


On 1 December 2017, Fight Network launched Fight Network Italy on DTT Italy.
On December 1, 2017, Fight Network launched Fight Network Italy on DTT Italy.


==Programming==
==Programming==
<ref>{{cite web|url=http://tv.fightnetwork.com/shows/ |title=Fight Network Programming, Shows, TV - Fight Network |publisher=Tv.fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>


===News and original===
===News and original===
Fight Network produces several weekly news shows, including:
Fight Network produces several weekly news shows, including:
*''Retrospective'' - Sitdown interview series with combat sports fighters and personalities.
*''Fight News Now'' - Daily news show discussing current events, newsmakers and previewing fights.
*''Adaptation'' - Sitdown interview series with professional wrestling stars.
*''5 Rounds'' - Weekly 30-minute talk show featuring comprehensive mixed martial arts analysis and breakdowns with special guests. Premieres Mondays at 7 p.m. ET.
*''Tristar Stories'' - Highlighting the rise and stars of Montreal’s famed Tristar Gym.
*''Toe 2 Toe'' - Weekly 30-minute interview program featuring sitdowns with combat sports stars and personalities.
*''After The Fight'' - Inside look at what happens to combat sports athletes after they compete in a physical contest.
*''MMA Meltdown with Morency'' - Weekly mixed martial arts news show, hosted by [[Gabriel Morency]].
*''History of Canadian MMA'' - Documentary chronicling the history of mixed martial arts in Canada.
*''Review-A-Raw'' - John Pollock and Wai Ting review every episode of WWE's flagship weekly show, WWE Raw.
*''In 60'' - Compilation shows featuring fights, matches and moments from various combat sports in a themed 60-minute format.
*''Bookie Beatdown'' - Preview of the odds and fantasy picks ahead of all UFC events.


FN also broadcasts live weigh-ins and press conferences for major boxing fights and all UFC events.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/35061:pacquiao-marquez-4-live-presser-weigh-ins-on-fight-network/ |title=Pacquiao-Marquez 4 LIVE Presser, Weigh-ins on |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/34653:fight-network-presents-live-ufc-154-fight-week-coverage/ |title=Presents Live UFC 154 Fight Week Coverage |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>
FN also broadcasts live weigh-ins and press conferences for major boxing fights and all UFC events.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/35061:pacquiao-marquez-4-live-presser-weigh-ins-on-fight-network/ |title=Pacquiao-Marquez 4 LIVE Presser, Weigh-ins on |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/34653:fight-network-presents-live-ufc-154-fight-week-coverage/ |title=Presents Live UFC 154 Fight Week Coverage |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>

FN airs UFC Countdown and UFC Primetime shows leading up to all major pay-per-view events.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/33646:ufc-152-fight-week-on-fight-network-live-pressers-weighin/ |title=UFC 152 Fight Week on Fight Network - Live Pressers, Weighin |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>


===Mixed Martial Arts===
===Mixed Martial Arts===
Fight Network's live mixed martial arts programming includes:
Fight Network's live mixed martial arts programming includes:
*''[[Ultimate Fighting Championship]]'' - the premier MMA organization and largest pay-per-view provider in the world. Fight Network airs all UFC Fight Night events from around the world, as well as preliminary bouts for domestic non-pay-per-view cards, plus library content and live pre and post-fight programming.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ufc.com/news/TSN-RDS-and-Fight-Network-UFC |title=TSN, RDS and Fight Network New Canadian Home for UFC Content &#124; UFC &reg - News |publisher=Ufc.com |date=2014-12-22 |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>
*''[[Ultimate Fighting Championship]]'' - Fight Network airs all UFC Fight Night events from around the world, as well as preliminary bouts for domestic non-pay-per-view cards, plus library content and live pre and post-fight programming.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ufc.com/news/TSN-RDS-and-Fight-Network-UFC |title=TSN, RDS and Fight Network New Canadian Home for UFC Content &#124; UFC &reg - News |publisher=Ufc.com |date=2014-12-22 |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> Programs include UFC Unleashed, UFC Countdown, UFC Road to the Octagon, UFC Now, UFC Main Event, UFC Reloaded, Best of WEC and Best of PRIDE.
*''[[Legacy Fighting Alliance]]'' - MMA promotion based in the U.S. founded in 2017.
*''[[World Series of Fighting]]'' - a Las Vegas-based organization founded by Ray Sefo. Also airs on NBC Sports Network in the U.S. Features [[Andrei Arlovski]], [[Anthony Johnson (fighter)|Anthony Johnson]], [[Tyrone Spong]], Justin Gaethje, [[Rousimar Palhares]], [[Jake Shields]] and [[Miguel Torres (fighter)|Miguel Torres]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/34437:world-series-of-fighting-1-sat-at-1030-pm-et-live-on-fn/ |title=World Series of Fighting 1 LIVE TODAY at 10:30 p.m. |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150116035003/http://fightnetwork.com/news/34437%3Aworld-series-of-fighting-1-sat-at-1030-pm-et-live-on-fn/ |archivedate=2015-01-16 |df= }}</ref>
*''[[Fight Nights Global]]'' - MMA promotion based in Russia founded in 2010.
*''[[ONE Fighting Championship]]'' - a Singapore-based promotion widely recognized as the biggest promotion in Asia. Features [[Tatsuya Kawajiri]], [[Phil Baroni]] and [[Renato Sobral]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://mmapayout.com/2012/05/apex-sports-agency-acquires-rights-to-become-one-fighting-championship-north-american-brand-ambassador/ |title=Apex Sports Agency Acquires One Fighting Championship North American Brand Rights : MMAPayout.com: The Business of MMA |publisher=MMAPayout.com |date=2012-05-03 |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>
*''[[Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki|KSW]]'' - MMA promotion based in Poland founded in 2004.
*''[[Resurrection Fighting Alliance]]'' - a U.S.-based MMA organization owned and operated by Ed Soares featuring a blend of established former UFC stars and up-and-coming prospects. Also airs on AXS TV in the U.S.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/52437:rfa-21-live-fri-10p-et-on-fight-network-canadaintl|title=RFA 21 LIVE Fri @ 10p ET on Fight Network (Canada/Int’l)|work=fightnetwork.com}}</ref>
*''TKO MMA'' - MMA promotion based in Canada founded in 2000.
*''[[Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki|KSW]]'' - Poland's biggest MMA entity, showcasing the likes of [[Mamed Khalidov]] and [[Mariusz Pudzianowski]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.mma-core.com/videos/KSW_27_Cage_Time_on_May_17_2014_at_2_p_m_ET_LIVE_on_Fight_Network/10070855 |title=KSW 27: Cage Time on May 17, 2014 at 2 p.m. ET LIVE on Fight Networ |publisher=Mma-core.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150115231052/http://www.mma-core.com/videos/KSW_27_Cage_Time_on_May_17_2014_at_2_p_m_ET_LIVE_on_Fight_Network/10070855 |archivedate=January 15, 2015 |df= }}</ref>
*''[[M-1 Challenge]]'' - MMA promotion based in Russia founded in 1997.
*''[[Cage Warriors Fighting Championship]]'' - a London-based organization founded in 2001. Features Conor McGregor, [[Jesse Taylor]] and [[Leonardo Santos (fighter)|Leonardo Santos]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/29834:fight-network-extends-live-broadcast-deal-cage-warriors-fighting-championship/ |accessdate=January 3, 2013 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20121018123928/http://fightnetwork.com/news/29834%3Afight-network-extends-live-broadcast-deal-cage-warriors-fighting-championship/ |archivedate=October 18, 2012 |title=Fight Network Extends Live Broadcast Deal with Cage Warriors Fighting Championship |df= }}</ref>
*''[[ROAD Fighting Championship]]'' - MMA promotion based in South Korea founded in 2010.
*''[[BAMMA]]'' - a U.K.-based promotion founded in 2009. Features Jack Marshman, [[Andre Winner]] and [[Tom Watson (fighter)|Tom Watson]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://mmapundit.co.uk/2011/12/08/10-event-broadcast-deal-with-fight-network-canada-ahead-of-bamma-8/ |title=10 Event Broadcast Deal With Fight Network Canada Ahead of BAMMA 8|accessdate=January 3, 2013 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20151004001410/http://mmapundit.co.uk/2011/12/08/10-event-broadcast-deal-with-fight-network-canada-ahead-of-bamma-8/ |archivedate=October 4, 2015 }}</ref>
*''[[Combate Americas]]'' - MMA promotion based in the U.S. founded in 2011.
*''[[M-1 Global]]'' - a promotion based in Russia partially owned by [[Fedor Emelianenko]]. FN aired Emelianenko's last professional bout on June 21, 2012.<ref>[https://archive.is/20130216103338/http://www.manmademag.com/news/89ea78/ ]</ref>
*''[[Kunlun Fight]]'' - MMA and kickboxing promotion based in China founded in 2014.
*''[[Cage Contender]]'' - European-based mixed martial arts organization featuring the likes of [[Paul Daley]], [[Gunnar Nelson (fighter)|Gunnar Nelson]] and [[Dean Lister]].
*''We Love MMA'' - MMA promotion based in Germany founded in 2006.
* ''[[BRACE]]'' - Australia's largest MMA event series.
*''[[Dream (mixed martial arts)|DREAM]]'' - a now-defunct Japanese promotion promoted by [[Fighting and Entertainment Group|FEG]] which also owned [[K-1]]. Features [[Shinya Aoki]], [[Bibiano Fernandes]] and [[Kazushi Sakuraba]].<ref>[https://archive.is/20130216214555/http://www.themmanews.com/fight-network-fans-will-get-to-watch-dream-18-glory-4-cage-warriors-51-live-this-month/ ]</ref>
*''[[Final Fight Championship]]'' - European-based hybrid MMA and kickboxing events featuring [[Paul Daley]], [[Ricco Rodriguez]] and more.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/50900:ffc-14-live-friday-2p-et-on-fight-network/|title=FFC 14 LIVE Friday @ 2p ET on Fight Network|work=fightnetwork.com}}</ref>

Other international MMA promotions aired on FN include [[M-1 Challenge]] from Russia and the Netherlands, [[Ultimate Challenge MMA]] from the U.K.,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mmauncagedmag.com/news/ucmma/261-ucmma-signs-deal-with-canadas-fight-network|title=UCMMA Signs Deal With Canada's Fight Network|work=MMA Uncaged}}</ref> Extreme Fighting Championship Africa,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.themmareview.co.uk/2012/08/efc-africa-signs-multi-year-broadcast-deal-with-fight-network/ |title=EFC Africa signs multi-year broadcast deal with Fight Network |publisher=Themmareview.co.uk |date=2011-08-01 |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> Super Fight League from India,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://mmainasia.blogspot.ca/2012/07/sfl-india-inks-canadian-tv-deal.html |title=Mma In Asia: Sfl India Inks Canadian Tv Deal |publisher=Mmainasia.blogspot.ca |date=2012-10-03 |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> as well as DEEP, Pancrase and female league Jewels from Japan. Fight Network's "Fighting Spirit MMA" series features compilations from numerous global mixed martial arts organizations, including Cage Warriors, BAMMA, ONE FC, BRACE, KSW, Combato Extreme, Final Fight Championship, WFC, Super Fight League and EFC Africa.

Other North American MMA promotions aired on FN include leading Canadian MMA promotion [[Maximum Fighting Championship]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/41645:fight-network-signs-three-year-tv-deal-with-mfc/ |title=Signs Three-Year TV Deal with MFC |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> all-female promotion [[Invicta Fighting Championships]], Florida-based [[Xtreme Fighting Championships]],<ref>{{cite web|author= |url=http://www.officialxfc.com/tag/fight-network-signs-deal-with-xtreme-fighting-championships-officialxfc-fightnet/ |title=XFC - Xtreme Fighting Championships MMA |publisher=Officialxfc.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> Texas Fight Night from the Lone Star State,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/36445:fight-network-pursuit-channel-to-air-texas-fight-night/ |title=Fight Network, Pursuit Channel to Air 'Texas Fight Night' |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> Jimmy Burchfield's CES MMA, as well as Canadian organizations Instinct MMA, Ringside MMA, SLAMM: Tristar Fights,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sportsviews.com/complete_article/107456 |title=Fight Network Partners with Quebec’s SLAMM Tristar Fights |publisher=Sportsviews.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref> Battlefield Fight League, [[Hard Knocks Fighting]] Championship, Aggression Fighting Championship and Rumble in the Cage.


Other MMA promotions aired on Fight Network include all-female U.S. MMA promotion [[Invicta Fighting Championships]], Las Vegas-based [[World Series of Fighting]], Rhode Island-based [[CES MMA]], U.S.-based [[King of the Cage]], Tuff-N-Uff, XFO and Gladiator Challenge, Japan-based [[Deep (mixed martial arts)|DEEP]], [[Jewels (mixed martial arts)|Jewels]] and [[Pancrase]], Singapore-based [[ONE Championship]], U.K.-based [[Cage Warriors Fighting Championship]], [[BAMMA]], [[Ultimate Challenge MMA]] and [[Cage Contender]], Australia-based [[BRACE]], Croatia-based [[Final Fight Championship]], Canada-based Battlefield Fight League, Z Promotions, Unified MMA and Rumble in the Cage, and India-based [[Super Fight League]].
FN airs several "Best Of" shows, including Best of TKO Major League MMA, Best of [[Cage Rage]], Best of SportFight, Best of XFO and Best of Gladiator Challenge. They profile classic fights and fighters from international and regional mixed martial arts organizations, featuring the likes of [[Georges St-Pierre]] and [[Anderson Silva]].


Fight Network's "From The Vault" archive also includes content from various defunct organizations, including U.S.-based [[Resurrection Fighting Alliance]], [[Legacy Fighting Championship]], [[Xtreme Fighting Championships]], [[Championship Fighting Alliance]], BodogFight, Ring of Fire and SportFight, Japan-based [[Dream (mixed martial arts)|DREAM]], Africa-based Extreme Fighting Championship, Canada-based [[Maximum Fighting Championship]], [[Hard Knocks Fighting]], Instinct MMA and Ringside MMA, U.K.-based [[Cage Rage]] and Brazil-based [[International Vale Tudo Championship]] and MECA.
FN's "From The Vault" archive includes fights from [[International Vale Tudo Championship]] and MECA in Brazil, [[Maximum Fighting Championship]] in Canada, as well as [[King of the Cage]], BodogFight, Rumble on the Rock, Ring of Fire and [[Tuff-N-Uff]].


===Boxing===
===Boxing===
Fight Network's live boxing programming includes:
Fight Network's live boxing programming includes:
*''[[Golden Boy Promotions]]'' - U.S. boxing promotional firm founded in 2002.
*''[[Golden Boy Promotions]]'' - Live events presented by Oscar De La Hoya's promotional firm. Notable stars include [[Saul Alvarez]], [[Paulie Malignaggi]] and [[Amir Khan (British boxer)|Amir Khan]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mmafocused.com/2011/05/05/the-fight-network-partners-with-golden-boy-promotions/ |archive-url=https://archive.is/20130216112513/http://www.mmafocused.com/2011/05/05/the-fight-network-partners-with-golden-boy-promotions/ |dead-url=yes |archive-date=February 16, 2013 |accessdate=January 3, 2013 |title=The Fight Network Partners with Golden Boy Promotions}}</ref>
*''Hennessy Boxing'' - U.K.-based promotion.
*''Hennessy Boxing'' - a U.K.-based promotional entity. Notable stars include [[Tyson Fury]], [[James DeGale]] and [[Logan McGuinness]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/35060:degale-zuniga-ramos-williams-jr.-live-sat-on-fight-network/ |title=DeGale-Zuniga, Ramos-Williams Jr. LIVE Sat on |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>
*''Frank Maloney Promotions'' - a U.K.-based promotional company. Features [[David Price (boxer)|David Price]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/35007:price-destroys-skelton-in-two-live-on-fight-network/ |title=Price Destroys Skelton in Two Live on |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>
*''Eye of the Tiger Boxing'' - Montreal-based promotional entity featuring the likes of [[Antonin Décarie]], [[Schiller Hyppolite]], [[David Lemieux (boxer)|David Lemieux]] and [[Dierry Jean]].
*''Agency Wars'' - Fight Network original charity amateur boxing production to raise funds for charitable causes.


Other boxing programming aired on Fight Network includes Prime Time Boxing, select championship fights staged globally, KOTV Boxing Weekly, a weekly news show, KOTV Classics, a classic fight compilation show, the Ultimate Classic Boxing library of fights from the 50s, 60s and 70s, U.S.-based Banner Promotions and CES Boxing, U.K.-based Frank Maloney Promotions, Montreal-based Eye of the Tiger Boxing, InterBox and GYM Boxing, Calgary-based Dekada Fight Night, and Agency Wars, an original Fight Network charity production.
Other boxing programming broadcast on FN:
*''Golden Boy Classics'' - Classic fights from the Golden Boy library, featuring [[Floyd Mayweather Jr.]], [[Oscar De La Hoya]], [[Manny Pacquiao]], [[Juan Manuel Marquez]], [[Ricky Hatton]], [[Shane Mosley]], [[Bernard Hopkins]] and [[Julio Cesar Chavez]].
*''Ultimate Classic Boxing'' - Library of fights from the 50s, 60s and 70s, featuring the likes of [[Sugar Ray Robinson]] and [[Carmen Basilio]].
*''Knockout Files'' - Compilation of classic knockouts from international boxing fights. Features [[Mike Tyson]], [[Lennox Lewis]] and [[Ricky Hatton]].
*''InterBox Classics'' - Bouts presented by the Quebec-based promotional entity. Features [[Arturo Gatti]] vs. [[Micky Ward]] fights, plus [[Lucian Bute]], [[Mikkel Kessler]] and [[Wladimir Klitschko]].
*''Best of G.Y.M. Boxing'' - Bouts promoted by the Quebec-based organization. Features [[Jean Pascal]], [[Adonis Stevenson]] and [[Adrian Diaconu]].
*''Banner: Best of the Decade'' - Classic bouts promoted by Artie Pellulo. Features [[Jose Luis Castillo]] vs. [[Diego Corrales]].
*''Best of Hennessy Boxing'' - Bouts from the U.K.-based Hennessy archive. Features [[Carl Froch]] vs. [[Jean Pascal]].
*''CES Boxing'' - Cards promoted by Jimmy Burchfield. Features Vladine Biosse, Hank Lundy and [[Mariusz Wach]].
*''DEKADA BOXING'' - Professional boxing from Canada featuring athletes from around the world.


FN's "From The Vault" archive includes fights from [[Showtime Championship Boxing]], [[ShoBox: The New Generation]], Solo Boxeo Tecate, Warriors Boxing, United Promotions, KZ Event Productions, Ballroom Boxing, 12 Round Promotions and Legends of the Ring.
Fight Network's "From The Vault" archive also includes content from [[Showtime Championship Boxing]], [[ShoBox: The New Generation]], Warriors Boxing, United Promotions, KZ Event Productions, Ballroom Boxing, 12 Round Promotions and Legends of the Ring.


===Kickboxing===
===Kickboxing===
Fight Network's live kickboxing programming includes:
Fight Network's live kickboxing programming includes:
*''[[Glory (kickboxing)|GLORY]]'' - Singapore-based kickboxing league founded in 2012. Fight Network broadcasts all live GLORY SuperFight Series and main events live in Canada.
*''[[Glory (kickboxing)|GLORY]]'' - Headquartered in Singapore, GLORY showcases world-ranked kickboxers such as [[Semmy Schilt]], [[Peter Aerts]], [[Jerome Le Banner]], [[Daniel Ghita]], [[Giorgio Petrosyan]] and [[Robin van Roosmalen]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/34436:glory-3-rome-live-saturday-at-330-p.m.-et-on-fight-network/ |accessdate=January 3, 2013 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20131010161205/http://fightnetwork.com/news/34436%3Aglory-3-rome-live-saturday-at-330-p.m.-et-on-fight-network/ |archivedate=October 10, 2013 |title=GLORY 3 Rome LIVE TODAY at 3:30 p.m. ET on Fight Network |df= }}</ref>
*''[[Enfusion]]'' - Netherlands-based kickboxing league founded in 2011.
*''[[K-1]]'' - Rebranded in August 2011 under new ownership, the K-1 World Tour features international events and the biggest names in the sport, including [[Buakaw Banchamek]] and [[Badr Hari]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/41274:k-1-confirms-matchups-for-sept-14-live-on-fight-network/|title=K-1 Confirms Matchups for Sept. 14 LIVE on Fight Network|work=fightnetwork.com}}</ref>
*''[[Final Fight Championship]]'' - Based in Croatia, live events include a combination of mixed martial arts and kickboxing fights, featuring the likes of [[Mirko Filipović]], [[Ricco Rodriguez]] and more.
*''[[It's Showtime (kickboxing)|It's Showtime!]]'' - Kickboxing and mixed martial arts promotion based in the Netherlands. Features [[Daniel Ghita]], [[Badr Hari]], [[Tyrone Spong]] and [[Melvin Manhoef]].<ref>{{cite web|last=Vlessing |first=Etan |url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/showtime-canadas-fight-network-169551 |title=It's Showtime For Canada's Fight Network |publisher=Hollywoodreporter.com |date=2011-03-21 |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>
*''[[Enfusion]]'' - Kickboxing and muay thai events showcasing finalists from seasons of the Enfusion reality show. Features [[Sahak Parparyan]], [[Wendell Roche]], [[Gago Drago]] and Andrew Tate.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/34932:enfusion-3-slovenia-live-this-sunday-1-pm-et-on-fn/ |title=Enfusion 3: Slovenia LIVE this Sunday @ 1 p.m. |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150402181932/http://fightnetwork.com/news/34932%3Aenfusion-3-slovenia-live-this-sunday-1-pm-et-on-fn/ |archivedate=2015-04-02 |df= }}</ref>
*''[[SUPERKOMBAT]]'' - Among Europe's top kickboxing promotions featuring events across the continent.
*''King of Kings'' - Europe-based kickboxing, home to [[Melvin Manhoef]] and other top stars.


Other kickboxing programming aired on Fight Network includes Brazil-based WGP Kickboxing, Russia-based W5 Kickboxing, U.K.-based [[Superkombat Fighting Championship]] and Lithuania-based [[King of Kings]].
FN's "From The Vault" archive includes fights from [[K-1]], K-1 MAX, Strykerz: Shin Do Kumate, [[Superleague]] and PowerPlay Promotions.

Fight Network's "From The Vault" archive also includes content from various defunct organizations, including the Hong Kong-based [[K-1]] library, Netherlands-based [[It's Showtime (kickboxing)|It's Showtime!]] and UAE-based [[Global Fighting Championship]].

===Muay Thai===
Fight Network's live Muay Thai programming includes:
*''Lion Fight Promotions'' - Las Vegas-based Muay Thai league founded in 2010.


===Grappling===
===Grappling===
Fight Network's live grappling programming includes:
*''ADCC, Best Of'' - Compilations of classic matches from the Abu Dhabi Combat Club Submission Wrestling World Championship. Features [[Braulio Estima]], [[Robert Drysdale]], [[Georges St-Pierre]], [[Ricardo Arona]], [[Royler Gracie]], [[Eddie Bravo]], [[Marcelo Garcia (grappler)|Marcelo Garcia]], [[Tito Ortiz]], [[Demian Maia]] and [[Matt Hughes (fighter)|Matt Hughes]].
*''[[World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Cup]]'' - UAE-based tournament founded in 2008.
*''Professional Submission League'' - L.A. Sub X and X-Mission events feature [[Randy Couture]], [[Lyoto Machida]], [[Ronaldo Souza]] and [[Jake Shields]].
*''Abu Dhabi Grand Slam'' - UAE-based organization from the UAE Jiu Jitsu Federation.
*''World Pro Jiu-Jitsu Cup'' - International grappling tournaments featuring [[Xande Ribeiro]], [[Andre Galvao]], [[Rodolfo Vieira]] and [[Marcus Almeida]].

*''Budo Challenge'' - Grappling event produced by [[Rickson Gracie]]. Features [[Bibiano Fernandes]], [[Shinya Aoki]], [[Rolles Gracie]] and [[Rafael Lovato Jr.]]
Other grappling programming aired on Fight Network includes Best of ADCC, compilations of classic matches from the Abu Dhabi Combat Club Submission Wrestling World Championship, South America-based Copa Podio and other defunct promotions or tournaments, including Professional Submission League and Rickson Gracie's Budo Challenge.


===Other traditional===
===Other traditional===
Fight Network broadcasts live judo and karate tournaments:
Fight Network broadcasts live judo and karate tournaments:
*''[[World Combat Games]]'' - Fight Network is the official international broadcaster for the SportAccord World Combat Games, featuring 15 Olympic and non-Olympic sports, including akido, boxing, fencing, judo, BJJ, karate, kendo, kickboxing, Muay Thai, sambo, savate, sumo, taekwondo, wrestling and wushu.
*''[[World Combat Games]]'' - Official international broadcaster for the SportAccord World Combat Games, featuring 15 Olympic and non-Olympic sports.
*''[[World Lethwei Championship]]'' - Myanmar-based bareknuckle fighting league founded in 2015.
*''[[International Judo Federation]]'' - International sanctioning body for judo. Tournaments include Grand Prix, Grand Slam and Olympic qualification.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mmasucka.com/press-release/fight-network-presents-live-coverage-judo-world-championships-brazil-oct-2728/ |title=Fight Network Presents Live Coverage of Judo World Championships from Brazil Oct. 27-28 |publisher=Mmasucka.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>
*''Karate Combat'' - Full contact fighting league founded in 2018.
*''[[World Karate Federation]]'' - Largest governing body for [[sport karate]] recognized by International Olympic Committee. FN broadcasts Junior and Senior Karate World Championships.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.karatecanada.org/en/news.html |title=Karate Canada |publisher=Karatecanada.org |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/30224:fight-network-announces-three-year-deal-world-karate-federation/ |title=Announces Three-Year Deal with World Karate Federation |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150402102947/http://fightnetwork.com/news/30224%3Afight-network-announces-three-year-deal-world-karate-federation/ |archivedate=2015-04-02 |df= }}</ref>
*''[[International Judo Federation]]'' - International sanctioning body for judo. Tournaments include Grand Prix, Grand Slam and Olympic qualification.
*''[[World Taekwondo Federation]]'' - A member of the International Olympic Committee, events feature the traditional martial art of taekwondo.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/38729:2013-taekwondo-canada-open-premieres-may-28-on-fight-network/ |title=2013 Taekwondo Canada Open Premieres May 28 on |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>
*''[[World Karate Federation]]'' - Largest governing body for [[sport karate]] recognized by International Olympic Committee.
*''[[World Taekwondo Federation]]'' - A member of the International Olympic Committee, events feature the traditional martial art of taekwondo.
*''TakeDown Wrestling'' and ''Global Wrestling Weekly'' - Weekly news shows covering the amateur wrestling scene.


===Professional wrestling===
===Professional wrestling===
Fight Network broadcasts various weekly professional wrestling programs:
FN's pro wrestling programming includes:
*''[[Impact Wrestling (TV series)|Impact Wrestling]]'' - [[Impact Wrestling]]'s flagship weekly show. Airs Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET. With replays throughout the week.
*''[[Impact Wrestling (TV series)|IMPACT Wrestling]]'' - Also owned by parent company Anthem Sports & Entertainment, [[IMPACT Wrestling]]'s flagship weekly show. Airs Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET with replays throughout the week.
*''[[Ring of Honor Wrestling]]'' - U.S.-based weekly 1hr show.
*''[[Xplosion]]'' - Impact Wrestling's weekly show featuring exclusive matches, a look back at historical matches, pop culture roundtable discussions, plus recaps of ''Impact Wrestling''. Airs Saturdays at 11 p.m. ET.
*''[[New Japan Pro-Wrestling]]'' - Weekly 1hr show produced by AXS TV featuring matches from Japan's biggest promotion.
*''Impact Wrestling's Greatest Matches'' - Looks at the greatest feuds, match types and highlights from the careers of individual wrestlers from the past and present Impact Wrestling roster. Airs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET. With replays throughout the week.
*''[[Xplosion]]'' - Weekly show from IMPACT Wrestling featuring exclusive matches.
*''[[Ring of Honor Wrestling]]'' - Weekly show from ROH. Airs Tuesdays at 11 p.m. ET with replays throughout the week.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/6554821:fight-network-partners-with-ring-of-honor-to-air-weekly-tv-series-across-canada/|title=Fight Network Partners with Ring of Honor to Air Weekly TV Series Across Canada - Fight Network|publisher=}}</ref>
*''Smash Wrestling'' - Canada-based weekly 1hr show.
*''[[Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre]]'' - Weekly show based in Mexico City showcasing Lucha libre professional wrestling.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/6555704:fight-network-to-debut-weekly-cmll-wrestling-series-on-cinco-de-mayo/|title=Fight Network to Debut Weekly CMLL Wrestling Series on Cinco de Mayo - Fight Network|publisher=}}</ref>
*''[[House of Hardcore]]'' - US-based promotion founded by [[Tommy Dreamer]].
*''[[Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide]]'' - Mexico-based weekly 90min show.
*''[[Insane Championship Wrestling]] Friday Night Fight Club'' - ICW's weekly show, filmed in [[Glasgow, Scotland]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/6558932:fight-network-signs-global-tv-deal-with-u-k-based-insane-championship-wrestling/|title=Fight Network Signs Global TV Deal with U.K.-Based Insane Championship Wrestling - Fight Network|publisher=}}</ref>
*''[[Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre]]'' - Mexico-based weekly 1hr show.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/6555704:fight-network-to-debut-weekly-cmll-wrestling-series-on-cinco-de-mayo/|title=Fight Network to Debut Weekly CMLL Wrestling Series on Cinco de Mayo - Fight Network|publisher=}}</ref>

*''[[Live Audio Wrestling#Review-A-Raw|Review-A-Raw]]'' - John Pollock and Wai Ting look back at the weekly edition of [[WWE Raw]], providing analysis, reactions, fan interaction and more.
Additional IMPACT Wrestling shoulder programming includes:
*''[[Live Audio Wrestling#Review-A-SmackDown|Review-A-SmackDown]]'' - John Pollock and Wai Ting look back at the weekly edition of [[WWE SmackDown]], providing analysis, reactions, fan interaction and more.
*''Impact Wrestling's Greatest Matches'' - 90 x 1hr episode series from IMPACT Wrestling.
*''Fighting Spirit Wrestling'' - Compilation matches from Japan (New Japan Pro Wrestling) and Mexico (CMLL).<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/36883:fight-network-launches-fighting-spirit-wrestling-series/ |title=Launches 'Fighting Spirit Wrestling' Series |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date= |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>
*''Legends'' - 1hr specials profiling various past and present roster members.
*''Ultimate Classic Wrestling'' - Early careers of notable wrestling stars from the USWA and other promotions. Features [[Stone Cold Steve Austin|Steve Austin]], [[The Undertaker]], [[Ricky Steamboat]] and [[Mick Foley]].
*''Epics'' - 1hr specials hosted by Mick Foley reliving historical matches.
*''CMLL Wrestling'' - World's oldest pro wrestling promotion based in Mexico.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thefightnetwork.com/news/wrestling/5767/law_jan_25_update__cmll_coming_to_canada |accessdate=March 26, 2010 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20100128045153/http://www.thefightnetwork.com/news/wrestling/5767/law_jan_25_update__cmll_coming_to_canada |archivedate=January 28, 2010|title=LAW Jan 25 Update - CMLL Coming to Canada }}</ref>
*''Unfinished Business'' - 1hr specials profiling historical feuds.
*''CMLL Minis'' - Features the Mini-Estrella division with Lucha Libre-style pro wrestling from Mexico.
*''British Boot Camp'' - 1hr reality show showcasing British wrestlers vying for a contract.
*''[[New Japan Pro-Wrestling]]'' - Japan-based promotion founded by [[Antonio Inoki]].
*''Classic PPV, Asylum Years & One Night Only'' - full events from the 3,000+ hour IMPACT Wrestling catalogue.
*''[[Ring of Honor]], Best of'' - Independent wrestling promotion from the U.S. featuring early matches.
*''WrestleCentre'' - Canadian promotion from Nova Scotia.
*"SMASH Wrestling" - Canadian promotion from Toronto.


Other professional wrestling programming aired on Fight Network includes U.S.-based [[House of Hardcore]], U.K.-based British Wrestling Weekly featuring matches from NGW, Scotland-based [[Insane Championship Wrestling]] Friday Night Fight Club, Canada-based WrestleCentre, and Fighting Spirit Wrestling compilation shows featuring matches from Japan and Mexico.
FN's "From The Vault" archive includes matches from [[Impact Wrestling]], [[Dragon Gate USA]], [[Pro Wrestling Noah]] and Best of Memphis and St. Louis Wrestling.


Fight Network's "From The Vault" archive also includes content from various defunct organizations, including the Ultimate Classic Wrestling library of matches from the 70s and 80s, [[Dragon Gate USA]], [[Pro Wrestling NOAH]], [[Memphis Wrestling]] and St. Louis-based [[Wrestling at the Chase]].
===Reality===
FN's reality shows include:
*''Master Toddy's Tuff Girls'' - 14 women live together and train under Master Toddy as they compete in an elimination-style contest for a chance to win a Muay Thai championship in Thailand.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/34964:fight-network-to-air-muay-thai-reality-series-tuff-girls/|title=Fight Network to Air Muay Thai Reality Series ‘Tuff Girls’|work=fightnetwork.com}}</ref>
*''[[Fight Girls]]'' - 10 female fighters live together and train with Master Toddy in Las Vegas before they vie for a world championship in Thailand. Features [[Gina Carano]].
*''Gotta Grudge?'' - Real people settle their real life grudges in amateur boxing fights.
*''[[Ninja Warrior]]'' - Olympic athletes, fighters and professional wrestlers try to conquer a difficult obstacle course.
*''[[Kill Arman]]'' - Unfit and with no previous experience, Arman has six months to learn to fight 10 different warriors with 10 martial arts in 10 countries.
*''Amir Khan's Angry Young Men'' - Series documenting former WBA champion Amir Khan and how he mentored troubled angry men, helping them focus on family values and faith.
*''T.O.P. Army Boxer & T.O.P. Army Fighter'' - Series profiles members of the American military competing in boxing and MMA bouts before they are deployed for duty overseas.
*''[[Ross Kemp]]'' - Kemp interviewed gang members around the world. First broadcast in 2006. The first series featured gangs and police corruption in Brazil, Maori gangs in New Zealand, neo-Nazi skinheads in California, and gangsters in London. The second series featured "MS13" from El Salvador, neo-Nazis in Russia, skinheads in Poland, American "Bloods" and "Crips" gangs in St. Louis, and the Numbers gang in South Africa. In addition, Ross Kemp in Afghanistan documents Kemp as he followed the 1st Battalion of the British Army's Royal Anglian Regiment during their deployment to Afghanistan's Helmand Province from March to August 2007.
*''[[Danny Dyer's Deadliest Men]]'' - Documentary series profiling Danny Dyer venturing into the dark depths of the British underworld and hunting down some of the most notorious and feared criminals in the U.K.
*''Chris Ryan's Elite Police'' - Best-selling author Chris Ryan travels the world's crime and terror hotspots to train and operate alongside a new breed of law enforcer - the Elite Police. Series shows high-tech weaponry taking on the terrorist threat in Kazakhstan, close combat shootouts in the slums of Brazil, violent clashes with Mexican drug cartels and airborne Colombian hit squads taking out the cocaine labs.
*''Truth Duty Valour'' - Each episode profiles the intense training and competition the Canadian military undergoes to maintain operational readiness for deployments overseas.
*''[[Road Wars (TV series)|Road Wars]]'' - Follows the 14 members of the Thames Valley Police's roads policing proactive unit while they carried out their duties. The program has documented the changing tactics of criminals, perhaps most importantly their increasing violence and recklessness, and the response of the U.K. police forces.
*''[[WWE Tough Enough]]'' - Participants undergo professional wrestling training and compete for a contract with WWE. Hosted by [[Stone Cold Steve Austin|Steve Austin]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/The_Fight_Network_to_air_Tough_Enough_in_Canada.shtml |title=Archives &#124; The Fight Network to air Tough Enough in Canada |publisher=Wrestling-online.com |date=2011-05-16 |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>


===Films===
===Reality, Films & Documentaries===
Fight Network has broadcast various reality shows and series, including Master Toddy's Tuff Girls, [[Fight Girls]], Gotta Grudge?, [[Ninja Warrior]], [[Kill Arman]], Amir Khan's Angry Young Men, T.O.P. Army Boxer & T.O.P. Army Fighter, [[Ross Kemp]], [[Danny Dyer's Deadliest Men]], Chris Ryan's Elite Police, Truth Duty Valour, [[Road Wars (TV series)|Road Wars]], [[Wimp 2 Warrior]], [[The Contender (TV series)|The Contender]] and [[WWE Tough Enough]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wrestling-online.com/news/News_9/The_Fight_Network_to_air_Tough_Enough_in_Canada.shtml |title=Archives &#124; The Fight Network to air Tough Enough in Canada |publisher=Wrestling-online.com |date=2011-05-16 |accessdate=2015-03-30}}</ref>
In November 2012, FN announced a TV deal with [[Twentieth Century Fox]] to air award-winning movies.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/34904:fight-network-signs-tv-deal-with-20th-century-fox/ |title=Signs TV Deal with Twentieth Century Fox |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date=2011-01-17 |accessdate=2015-03-30 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150402155703/http://fightnetwork.com/news/34904%3Afight-network-signs-tv-deal-with-20th-century-fox/ |archivedate=2015-04-02 |df= }}</ref> Here are some of the titles:
*''[[Fight Club]]'' - Starring [[Edward Norton]] and [[Brad Pitt]]. 1999.
*''[[Behind Enemy Lines (2001 film)|Behind Enemy Lines]]'' - Starring [[Owen Wilson]] and [[Gene Hackman]]. 2001.
*''[[Die Hard]]'', ''[[Die Hard 2]]'' and ''[[Die Hard with a Vengeance]]'' - Starring [[Bruce Willis]]. 1988. 1990. 1995.
*''[[The Transporter]]'' and ''[[The Transporter 2]]'' - Starring [[Jason Statham]]. 2002. 2005.
*''X-Men'' and ''X-Men United'' - Starring [[Patrick Stewart]] and [[Hugh Jackman]]. 2000. 2003.
*''[[Kiss of Death (1995 film)|Kiss of Death]]'' - Starring [[David Caruso]]. 1995.
*''[[Kiss of the Dragon]]'' - Starring [[Jet Li]]. 2001.
*''[[Kung Pow! Enter the Fist]]'' - Starring [[Steve Oedekerk]]. 2002.
*''[[Men of Honor]]'' - Starring [[Cuba Gooding Jr.]]. 2001.
*''[[28 Days Later]]'' - Starring [[Cillian Murphy]] and [[Naomie Harris]]. 2002.
*''[[Commando]]'' - Starring [[Arnold Schwarzenegger]]. 1985.
*''[[Courage Under Fire]]'' - Starring [[Denzel Washington]] and [[Meg Ryan]]. 1996.


Fight Network has broadcast award-winning movies as part of its deals with [[Twentieth Century Fox]]<ref>{{cite web |url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/34904:fight-network-signs-tv-deal-with-20th-century-fox/ |title=Signs TV Deal with Twentieth Century Fox |publisher=Fightnetwork.com |date=2011-01-17 |accessdate=2015-03-30 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150402155703/http://fightnetwork.com/news/34904%3Afight-network-signs-tv-deal-with-20th-century-fox/ |archivedate=2015-04-02 |df= }}</ref> and [[Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer|MGM Films]], including [[Fight Club]], [[Behind Enemy Lines (2001 film)|Behind Enemy Lines]], [[Die Hard]], [[Die Hard 2]], [[Die Hard with a Vengeance]], [[The Transporter]], [[The Transporter 2]], X-Men and X-Men United, [[Kiss of Death (1995 film)|Kiss of Death]], [[Kiss of the Dragon]], [[Kung Pow! Enter the Fist]], [[Men of Honor]], [[28 Days Later]], [[Commando]], [[Courage Under Fire]], [[The Terminator]], [[Walking Tall]], [[Platoon]], [[Killer Elite]] and [[Robocop]].
Fight Network also owns rights to titles from the MGM Pictures library, including The Terminator, Walking Tall, Platoon, Killer Elite and Robocop.


Fight Network has broadcast and produced various fight-themed documentaries, including its original productions [[Bret Hart: Survival of the Hitman]] and Evolucao Thai: Inside the Demise of Chute Boxe, as well as Toy Tiger, which profiles Canadian boxer Art Hafey, Wand Fight Team: Fighter Life, a four-part series profiling fighters who trained at Wanderlei Silva's Las Vegas-based academy, Fighting Politics, the story of former UFC middleweight [[Matt Lindland]], Fighter: Randy Couture, capturing [[Randy Couture]]'s chase for his first UFC title, Roy Jones Jr.: Return of a Champion, as well as Strictly Baby Fight Club, Bum Fights and Girl Fights.
===Documentaries===
FN has aired numerous fight-themed documentaries:
*''[[Bret Hart: Survival of the Hitman]]'' - Fight Network original documentary chronicling [[Bret Hart]]'s life as he prepared for his in-ring return at [[WrestleMania XXVI]]. First aired March 22, 2010.<ref>{{cite book | author1 = Pat Laprade | author2 = Bertrand Hebert | title = Mad Dogs, Midgets and Screw Jobs: The Untold Story of How Montreal Shaped the World of Wrestling | publisher = ECW Press | year = 2012 | location = | doi = | id = | isbn = 978-1770410947 | page = ? pp}}</ref>
*''Evolucao Thai: Inside the Demise of Chute Boxe'' - Fight Network original documentary chronicling the demise of the famous Brazilian Chute Boxe Academy and formation of Evolucao Thai in Canada.
*''Toy Tiger'' - Feature-length documentary on the life and career of 'Irish' Art Hafey, Canada's most accomplished prizefighter of the last half-century.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.toytigermovie.com/ |title= Toy Tiger - The Movie|accessdate=January 3, 2013 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20120621072103/http://www.toytigermovie.com/ |archivedate=June 21, 2012 }}</ref>
*''Wand Fight Team: Fighter Life'' - 14 fighters from around the world come to Las Vegas to train for two weeks at Wand Fight Team with MMA legend [[Wanderlei Silva]].
*''Fighting Politics'' - Starring [[Matt Lindland]]. Follows the rise and fall of the former UFC middleweight as he was released from the promotion.
*''Fighter: Randy Couture'' - Starring [[Randy Couture]]. Official selection of the 2006 Foundation for the Advancement of Independent Films (FAIF) International Film Festival. The film captures Couture's chase for his first UFC title.
*''Strictly Baby Fight Club'' - Offers insight into children's Thai boxing, which is one of the fastest growing martial arts in the U.K., with over 500 registered clubs.
*''Roy Jones Jr.: Return of a Champion'' - Story of Roy Jones Jr. as he made his way back up the ladder.
*''Bum Fights'' - Covers the Bumfights: A Cause for Concern phenomena.
*''Girl Fights'' - Profiling women in combat sports.


===On radio===
===On radio===
*''[[Live Audio Wrestling]]'' ''(The LAW)'' - Wrestling and MMA talk show that airs online, on SiriusXM's Canada Talks and on TSN Radio 1050.
Fight Network has developed various daily and weekly radio programs that are no longer in production, including its flagship weekly show [[Live Audio Wrestling]] (The LAW), a professional wrestling and MMA talk show launched in 1997 and cancelled in 2017 that aired online, on SiriusXM's Canada Talks and on TSN Radio 1050, as well as Fight Network Radio, a daily news program hosted by former Fight Network anchor [[Mauro Ranallo]], previously aired on SiriusXM.


On May 23, 2013, Fight Network launched three weekly talk shows on SiriusXM's Canada Talks.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/38730:fight-network-launches-three-weekly-shows-on-siriusxm-ch-167/|title=Fight Network Launches Three Weekly Shows on SiriusXM Ch 167|work=fightnetwork.com}}</ref>
On May 23, 2013, Fight Network launched three weekly talk shows on SiriusXM's Canada Talks, but they have since been cancelled.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://fightnetwork.com/news/38730:fight-network-launches-three-weekly-shows-on-siriusxm-ch-167/|title=Fight Network Launches Three Weekly Shows on SiriusXM Ch 167|work=fightnetwork.com}}</ref>


==References==
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Revision as of 20:47, 23 May 2018

Fight Network
CountryCanada
HeadquartersToronto, Ontario
Programming
Language(s)English
Ownership
OwnerAnthem Sports & Entertainment
(Fight Media, Inc.)

Fight Network is a Canadian-based international English language television channel owned by Anthem Sports & Entertainment. The channel broadcasts programming related to combat sports including mixed martial arts, boxing, kickboxing, and professional wrestling, in particular, the co-owned IMPACT Wrestling promotion.

History

Original logo as "The Fight Network", used in various forms until 2011.

The channel was originally conceived in Canada, when it was granted approval from the Canadian telecommunications regulator, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) on January 30, 2004. The channel, tentatively known as TFN - The Fight Network, was described as "a national, English-language Category 2 specialty television service devoted to programming related to the arts, skills and science of combatants."[1]

The channel launched as The Fight Network, commonly abbreviated as TFN, under the leadership of Mike R. Garrow, on September 22, 2005, initially on Rogers Cable in Ontario and New Brunswick.[2] Prior to the network's launch, Fight Network also acquired the popular wrestling radio show Live Audio Wrestling (The LAW), syndicating it under the banner Fight Network Radio.[3]

BlackOut Communications originally owned TFN; however, after several organizational restructurings, Fight Media Inc. ended up owning and operating the Fight Network.

In December 2010, former Canwest CEO Leonard Asper made a "significant investment" in Fight Network, marking his return to the media industry after the bankruptcy and wind-down of Canwest. Asper stated that it was "an exciting opportunity — not without its challenges, but also of course one with significant potential."[4] The following April, to coincide with the upcoming UFC 129 in Toronto, the network re-branded as simply Fight Network, with a new logo and an associated marketing campaign to promote the network's expanded lineup.[5] A high definition feed launched in March 2013, initially on Rogers Cable.[6]

On December 22, 2014, Fight Network announced that it had sub-licensed portions of the UFC's new Canadian rights agreement with Bell Media and TSN, including coverage of non-PPV preliminaries, international UFC Fight Night events, as well as other UFC archive programming, and the possibility of collaborating on other ancillary programs with TSN.[7][8]

In March 2015, Fight Network acquired Canadian rights to TNA Wrestling programming, including Impact Wrestling, TNA Xplosion, and TNA Greatest Matches.[9] In March 2016, TNA expanded its relationship with Fight Network to offer its programming internationally through Fight Network's streaming platforms.[10][11]

TNA acquisition

In January 2017, Fight Network's parent company Anthem Sports & Entertainment acquired a majority stake in TNA, which had been financially-strained. Under Anthem, the promotion was renamed IMPACT Wrestling after its flagship program.[12]

International expansion

FN's first international agreement was with American IPTV provider, Backspace. FN launched on their system in the United States in 2007;[13] however, after several months, Backspace removed FN from its systems.

In keeping with its plans to expand internationally, FN opened a South American office in Ecuador to continue its planned global expansion in that region.[14] However, as of April 2011, FN has not commenced operations in South America. In 2008, FN purchased TWC Fight! based in the U.K. and subsequently renamed the network "The Fight Network UK".[15] The U.K.-based network was shut down on December 1, 2008.

In November 2012, Fight Network expanded into the U.S. market, launching subscription services for live online streaming of the channel on NeuLion.[16][17]

On January 11, 2013, Fight Network's parent company Anthem Media Group Inc. announced a significant equity investment in Pursuit Channel. The investment included the purchase of shares from shareholders, as well as from the Treasury, resulting in a cash injection into the company.[18] In February 2013, Fight Network announced a two-hour dedicated programming block Monday nights on Pursuit Channel, available in 38 million homes.[19]

On February 15, 2013, Fight Network launched with Angola-based operator ZAP, making the channel available to its subscriber base in Angola and Mozambique.[20] On March 19, 2013, Fight Network launched in Portugal on ZON with the network becoming available to its subscriber base in Europe.[21] On March 23, 2013, Fight Network announced an expansion to Turkey. Fight Network HD is available in Turkey on D-Smart.[22] In August 2013, Fight Network announced its agreement to launch in Belgium on Telenet[23], and in December 2013, Fight Network launch OSN Fight Network HD on OSN systems in the Middle East and Africa.[24]

In June 2014, Fight Network launched in standard definition in the New York metropolitan area on Cablevision.[25] In August 2014, Fight Network launched on Grande Communications in Texas markets [26], rebranding My Combat Channel, which it acquired in August 2013.[27] In July 2015, Fight Network launched on Suddenlink Communications across the U.S., making it available to its base of 1.5 million subscribers.[28] In March 2016, Fight Network expanded to Service Electric Broadband Cable in New Jersey.[29] In April 2016, Fight Network launched on CenturyLink across the U.S.[30]

In October 2014, Fight Network launched on the IPTV service Hellas Online 'hol my TV' in Greece, later branded as Vodafone TV.[31]

In November 2015, Fight Network launched an app on the fourth-generation Apple TV set-top box media player.[32]

In January 2016, Fight Network expanded its reach in Portugal by launching on Vodafone Portugal.[33]

In April 2016, Fight Network launched on YipTV, the mobile cable Internet streaming service.[34]

On December 1, 2017, Fight Network launched Fight Network Italy on DTT Italy.

Programming

News and original

Fight Network produces several weekly news shows, including:

  • Retrospective - Sitdown interview series with combat sports fighters and personalities.
  • Adaptation - Sitdown interview series with professional wrestling stars.
  • Tristar Stories - Highlighting the rise and stars of Montreal’s famed Tristar Gym.
  • After The Fight - Inside look at what happens to combat sports athletes after they compete in a physical contest.
  • History of Canadian MMA - Documentary chronicling the history of mixed martial arts in Canada.
  • In 60 - Compilation shows featuring fights, matches and moments from various combat sports in a themed 60-minute format.

FN also broadcasts live weigh-ins and press conferences for major boxing fights and all UFC events.[35][36]

Mixed Martial Arts

Fight Network's live mixed martial arts programming includes:

  • Ultimate Fighting Championship - Fight Network airs all UFC Fight Night events from around the world, as well as preliminary bouts for domestic non-pay-per-view cards, plus library content and live pre and post-fight programming.[37] Programs include UFC Unleashed, UFC Countdown, UFC Road to the Octagon, UFC Now, UFC Main Event, UFC Reloaded, Best of WEC and Best of PRIDE.
  • Legacy Fighting Alliance - MMA promotion based in the U.S. founded in 2017.
  • Fight Nights Global - MMA promotion based in Russia founded in 2010.
  • KSW - MMA promotion based in Poland founded in 2004.
  • TKO MMA - MMA promotion based in Canada founded in 2000.
  • M-1 Challenge - MMA promotion based in Russia founded in 1997.
  • ROAD Fighting Championship - MMA promotion based in South Korea founded in 2010.
  • Combate Americas - MMA promotion based in the U.S. founded in 2011.
  • Kunlun Fight - MMA and kickboxing promotion based in China founded in 2014.
  • We Love MMA - MMA promotion based in Germany founded in 2006.

Other MMA promotions aired on Fight Network include all-female U.S. MMA promotion Invicta Fighting Championships, Las Vegas-based World Series of Fighting, Rhode Island-based CES MMA, U.S.-based King of the Cage, Tuff-N-Uff, XFO and Gladiator Challenge, Japan-based DEEP, Jewels and Pancrase, Singapore-based ONE Championship, U.K.-based Cage Warriors Fighting Championship, BAMMA, Ultimate Challenge MMA and Cage Contender, Australia-based BRACE, Croatia-based Final Fight Championship, Canada-based Battlefield Fight League, Z Promotions, Unified MMA and Rumble in the Cage, and India-based Super Fight League.

Fight Network's "From The Vault" archive also includes content from various defunct organizations, including U.S.-based Resurrection Fighting Alliance, Legacy Fighting Championship, Xtreme Fighting Championships, Championship Fighting Alliance, BodogFight, Ring of Fire and SportFight, Japan-based DREAM, Africa-based Extreme Fighting Championship, Canada-based Maximum Fighting Championship, Hard Knocks Fighting, Instinct MMA and Ringside MMA, U.K.-based Cage Rage and Brazil-based International Vale Tudo Championship and MECA.

Boxing

Fight Network's live boxing programming includes:

  • Golden Boy Promotions - U.S. boxing promotional firm founded in 2002.
  • Hennessy Boxing - U.K.-based promotion.

Other boxing programming aired on Fight Network includes Prime Time Boxing, select championship fights staged globally, KOTV Boxing Weekly, a weekly news show, KOTV Classics, a classic fight compilation show, the Ultimate Classic Boxing library of fights from the 50s, 60s and 70s, U.S.-based Banner Promotions and CES Boxing, U.K.-based Frank Maloney Promotions, Montreal-based Eye of the Tiger Boxing, InterBox and GYM Boxing, Calgary-based Dekada Fight Night, and Agency Wars, an original Fight Network charity production.

Fight Network's "From The Vault" archive also includes content from Showtime Championship Boxing, ShoBox: The New Generation, Warriors Boxing, United Promotions, KZ Event Productions, Ballroom Boxing, 12 Round Promotions and Legends of the Ring.

Kickboxing

Fight Network's live kickboxing programming includes:

  • GLORY - Singapore-based kickboxing league founded in 2012. Fight Network broadcasts all live GLORY SuperFight Series and main events live in Canada.
  • Enfusion - Netherlands-based kickboxing league founded in 2011.

Other kickboxing programming aired on Fight Network includes Brazil-based WGP Kickboxing, Russia-based W5 Kickboxing, U.K.-based Superkombat Fighting Championship and Lithuania-based King of Kings.

Fight Network's "From The Vault" archive also includes content from various defunct organizations, including the Hong Kong-based K-1 library, Netherlands-based It's Showtime! and UAE-based Global Fighting Championship.

Muay Thai

Fight Network's live Muay Thai programming includes:

  • Lion Fight Promotions - Las Vegas-based Muay Thai league founded in 2010.

Grappling

Fight Network's live grappling programming includes:

Other grappling programming aired on Fight Network includes Best of ADCC, compilations of classic matches from the Abu Dhabi Combat Club Submission Wrestling World Championship, South America-based Copa Podio and other defunct promotions or tournaments, including Professional Submission League and Rickson Gracie's Budo Challenge.

Other traditional

Fight Network broadcasts live judo and karate tournaments:

  • World Combat Games - Official international broadcaster for the SportAccord World Combat Games, featuring 15 Olympic and non-Olympic sports.
  • World Lethwei Championship - Myanmar-based bareknuckle fighting league founded in 2015.
  • Karate Combat - Full contact fighting league founded in 2018.
  • International Judo Federation - International sanctioning body for judo. Tournaments include Grand Prix, Grand Slam and Olympic qualification.
  • World Karate Federation - Largest governing body for sport karate recognized by International Olympic Committee.
  • World Taekwondo Federation - A member of the International Olympic Committee, events feature the traditional martial art of taekwondo.
  • TakeDown Wrestling and Global Wrestling Weekly - Weekly news shows covering the amateur wrestling scene.

Professional wrestling

Fight Network broadcasts various weekly professional wrestling programs:

Additional IMPACT Wrestling shoulder programming includes:

  • Impact Wrestling's Greatest Matches - 90 x 1hr episode series from IMPACT Wrestling.
  • Legends - 1hr specials profiling various past and present roster members.
  • Epics - 1hr specials hosted by Mick Foley reliving historical matches.
  • Unfinished Business - 1hr specials profiling historical feuds.
  • British Boot Camp - 1hr reality show showcasing British wrestlers vying for a contract.
  • Classic PPV, Asylum Years & One Night Only - full events from the 3,000+ hour IMPACT Wrestling catalogue.

Other professional wrestling programming aired on Fight Network includes U.S.-based House of Hardcore, U.K.-based British Wrestling Weekly featuring matches from NGW, Scotland-based Insane Championship Wrestling Friday Night Fight Club, Canada-based WrestleCentre, and Fighting Spirit Wrestling compilation shows featuring matches from Japan and Mexico.

Fight Network's "From The Vault" archive also includes content from various defunct organizations, including the Ultimate Classic Wrestling library of matches from the 70s and 80s, Dragon Gate USA, Pro Wrestling NOAH, Memphis Wrestling and St. Louis-based Wrestling at the Chase.

Reality, Films & Documentaries

Fight Network has broadcast various reality shows and series, including Master Toddy's Tuff Girls, Fight Girls, Gotta Grudge?, Ninja Warrior, Kill Arman, Amir Khan's Angry Young Men, T.O.P. Army Boxer & T.O.P. Army Fighter, Ross Kemp, Danny Dyer's Deadliest Men, Chris Ryan's Elite Police, Truth Duty Valour, Road Wars, Wimp 2 Warrior, The Contender and WWE Tough Enough.[39]

Fight Network has broadcast award-winning movies as part of its deals with Twentieth Century Fox[40] and MGM Films, including Fight Club, Behind Enemy Lines, Die Hard, Die Hard 2, Die Hard with a Vengeance, The Transporter, The Transporter 2, X-Men and X-Men United, Kiss of Death, Kiss of the Dragon, Kung Pow! Enter the Fist, Men of Honor, 28 Days Later, Commando, Courage Under Fire, The Terminator, Walking Tall, Platoon, Killer Elite and Robocop.

Fight Network has broadcast and produced various fight-themed documentaries, including its original productions Bret Hart: Survival of the Hitman and Evolucao Thai: Inside the Demise of Chute Boxe, as well as Toy Tiger, which profiles Canadian boxer Art Hafey, Wand Fight Team: Fighter Life, a four-part series profiling fighters who trained at Wanderlei Silva's Las Vegas-based academy, Fighting Politics, the story of former UFC middleweight Matt Lindland, Fighter: Randy Couture, capturing Randy Couture's chase for his first UFC title, Roy Jones Jr.: Return of a Champion, as well as Strictly Baby Fight Club, Bum Fights and Girl Fights.

On radio

Fight Network has developed various daily and weekly radio programs that are no longer in production, including its flagship weekly show Live Audio Wrestling (The LAW), a professional wrestling and MMA talk show launched in 1997 and cancelled in 2017 that aired online, on SiriusXM's Canada Talks and on TSN Radio 1050, as well as Fight Network Radio, a daily news program hosted by former Fight Network anchor Mauro Ranallo, previously aired on SiriusXM.

On May 23, 2013, Fight Network launched three weekly talk shows on SiriusXM's Canada Talks, but they have since been cancelled.[41]

References

  1. ^ Broadcasting Decision CRTC 2004-62; CRTC; 2004-01-30
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