British Association of Mixed Martial Arts Signs Ten-Event Deal with Canada’s Fight Network

December 12, 2011

The British Association of Mixed Martial Arts (BAMMA), allergist has announced that it has signed a long-term multi-platform programming agreement with Canada’s Fight Network channel, discount which will air live broadcasts of BAMMA’s next 10 events.

The first event to be televised was BAMMA 8: Manuwa vs. Rea which took place at the Capital FM Arena in Nottingham on Saturday 10th December. 

Chad Midgley, search VP of Programming & Production at Fight Network, said: “Over the past year, Fight Network has proudly featured live events from BAMMA, one of the best mixed martial arts brands on a planet. I’m very excited to extend this partnership for another 10 events as we continue our commitment to bringing fight fans the best international live events. BAMMA has separated itself from the pack of emerging MMA promotions with a stacked pool of talent and excellent production value, making it a perfect fit for the network.”

BAMMA director David Green, added: “We are really excited to be extending our partnership with Fight Network. Canada is well known for its love of the sport and we believe that this is a fantastic opportunity for BAMMA to continue showcasing the best of British MMA to a passionate, wider audience. Teaming up with a well reputed combat sports channel is such a natural brand fit for BAMMA that we really couldn’t choose a better platform than Fight Network.”