News Coronavirus and NRL

[T-Boon]

So we've given them a cheaper deal. What did we get out of it?

Nine and their newspaper SMH are going to be giving really positive coverage of NRL now and will agree not to do ...blah, blah, blah, blah.

 

[Babyface O'reilly]

We already had two years of certainty left.

Yeh but the country will have economic uncertainty for a least double that time. Like you, though, I hope we get back control of scheduling for the less dollars.

 

[Frailty]

Channel Nine have got what they want - They have the rights for the remainder of the contract for less than it would have cost to just breach the contract. In addition, they also got back scheduling rights.

The positive is the NRL have not extended the FTA deal.

The issue would have been trying to make a deal with Seven or Ten for the short term, or sell long term deal undervalue, should Nine have walked away.

 

[Frailty]

Yeh but the country will have economic uncertainty for a least double that time. Like you, though, I hope we get back control of scheduling for the less dollars.

The real focus of economic recovery will be the relationship with China.

Otherwise, Australia is in a decent position economically. Aussie stock market is up 23% from COVID-19 rock bottom. This point is about 24% lower than the peak before the COVID-19 crash.

For all the talk about COVID-19 scaremongering, everyone seems to love the economic fear mongering.

 

[Quicksilver]

The real focus of economic recovery will be the relationship with China.

Otherwise, Australia is in a decent position economically. Aussie stock market is up 23% from COVID-19 rock bottom. This point is about 24% lower than the peak before the COVID-19 crash.

For all the talk about COVID-19 scaremongering, everyone seems to love the economic fear mongering.

Life goes on. If the economy shutting down for two months makes little difference to business and stock prices, then it follows that we should be able to take more time off regularly.

Happy days./

 

[Johnny88]

NRL returns for 2020 season on Foxtel with new sponsors

ByMediaweek
Posted onMay 27, 2020

• The season return will kick off with Brisbane Broncos hosting the Parramatta Eels

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Foxtel Mediahave announced new brands who have signed up as partners on Fox League for the return of the 2020 NRL Telstra Premiership on Foxtel, Foxtel NOW and Kayo Sports.

Ladbrokes, TAB, and RedRooster have joined existing NRL advertisers that includes Sportsbet, McDonald’s, KFC, Harvey Norman, Ford, Chemist Warehouse, Bundaberg Rum, Bailey Ladders and KingGee Workwear.

The season return will kick off with Brisbane Broncos hosting the Parramatta Eels on Thursday, May 28 to start round three. The round continues with two clashes on Friday, May 29, including the clash of South Sydney with arch-rivals Sydney Roosters.

Martin Medcraf, Foxtel sales and brand partnerships director said: “The return of NRL to our lives represents more than just the long-awaited sports fix we are craving, it’s a turning point in the history of the pandemic. For many, this is also about the start of a return to normality. With crowds not yet possible in stadiums, Australia’s sports mad public will be tuning into Fox League, on Foxtel, Foxtel Now and Kayo to watch NRL this weekend, and in the weeks and months to come.”

“We are delighted to welcome a fantastic line up of brand partners for the NRL – their support is essential in bringing every game of every round of the 2020 NRL Telstra Premiership to be broadcast live on Foxtel and available to stream on Foxtel GO, Foxtel Now and Kayo. It’s good to be back in the game of live sport.”

Brydie York, director of media and sponsorship, McDonald’s said “Now is the time for brands to align with Australian sports and sport broadcasting. The return of the NRL is a milestone on the road to normality, and we’re delighted to be partnering with Foxtel Media to support the return of live sport back on Australian screens.”

Andy Oughton, marketing director, bundaberg rum said “Sport holds a very special place in Australian’s hearts – so we could not be more excited to see NRL players back on the field. We’re proud to be supporting the League and helping Foxtel bring magic live-sports moments from every match to the screen. And we’re excited for people to be able to enjoy a Bundy at home while watching the lives games again.”

The first Australian sport to air since the Covid-19 lockdown was implemented in March, the NRL is expected to draw large audiences, both in Australia and abroad.
https://www.mediaweek.com.au/nrl-returns-for-2020-season-on-foxtel-with-new-sponsors/

 

[Mr Angry]

The NHL announced its Return to Play Plan on Tuesday with 24 teams in competition for the Stanley Cup.

The tournament will begin with a 16-team, eight-series Qualifying Round and a Seeding Round Robin among the top four teams in each conference to determine seeds for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

The NHL paused the regular season March 12 due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus and its remaining 189 games will not be completed. The 12 qualifying teams from the Eastern and Western conferences were determined by points percentage as of that date. Seven teams did not qualify.

LINK

For comparison.

 

[Old Mate]

Will be more than a little nauseating listening to the pre game Ch 9 promos celebrating the return of the NRL on the ‘Home of Rugby League’ tonight......particularly given the network didn’t want the restart to go ahead......

As a league supporter it’s great to have the code back again.

 

[King hit]

“The words of the broadcasters kept ringing in my ears. If you don’t listen to the people who provide the revenue, you’re an idiot”

First it was to save money
Then it was because fans wanted it
Now it’s because tv wants It

peter needs to get his story straight lol

The more you whinge about him the more I’m convinced he is the right man for the job

 

[Ron's_Mate]

Two weeks ago - here is the product no one wants
Today - here is this great product with lots of new advertisers

 

[Perth Red]

NRL returns for 2020 season on Foxtel with new sponsors

ByMediaweek
Posted onMay 27, 2020

• The season return will kick off with Brisbane Broncos hosting the Parramatta Eels

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Foxtel Mediahave announced new brands who have signed up as partners on Fox League for the return of the 2020 NRL Telstra Premiership on Foxtel, Foxtel NOW and Kayo Sports.

Ladbrokes, TAB, and RedRooster have joined existing NRL advertisers that includes Sportsbet, McDonald’s, KFC, Harvey Norman, Ford, Chemist Warehouse, Bundaberg Rum, Bailey Ladders and KingGee Workwear.

The season return will kick off with Brisbane Broncos hosting the Parramatta Eels on Thursday, May 28 to start round three. The round continues with two clashes on Friday, May 29, including the clash of South Sydney with arch-rivals Sydney Roosters.

Martin Medcraf, Foxtel sales and brand partnerships director said: “The return of NRL to our lives represents more than just the long-awaited sports fix we are craving, it’s a turning point in the history of the pandemic. For many, this is also about the start of a return to normality. With crowds not yet possible in stadiums, Australia’s sports mad public will be tuning into Fox League, on Foxtel, Foxtel Now and Kayo to watch NRL this weekend, and in the weeks and months to come.”

“We are delighted to welcome a fantastic line up of brand partners for the NRL – their support is essential in bringing every game of every round of the 2020 NRL Telstra Premiership to be broadcast live on Foxtel and available to stream on Foxtel GO, Foxtel Now and Kayo. It’s good to be back in the game of live sport.”

Brydie York, director of media and sponsorship, McDonald’s said “Now is the time for brands to align with Australian sports and sport broadcasting. The return of the NRL is a milestone on the road to normality, and we’re delighted to be partnering with Foxtel Media to support the return of live sport back on Australian screens.”

Andy Oughton, marketing director, bundaberg rum said “Sport holds a very special place in Australian’s hearts – so we could not be more excited to see NRL players back on the field. We’re proud to be supporting the League and helping Foxtel bring magic live-sports moments from every match to the screen. And we’re excited for people to be able to enjoy a Bundy at home while watching the lives games again.”

The first Australian sport to air since the Covid-19 lockdown was implemented in March, the NRL is expected to draw large audiences, both in Australia and abroad.
https://www.mediaweek.com.au/nrl-returns-for-2020-season-on-foxtel-with-new-sponsors/

All those new sponsors you wouldn't think they would need to bust our balls for a cheaper deal lol

 

[Pommy]

Will be more than a little nauseating listening to the pre game Ch 9 promos celebrating the return of the NRL on the ‘Home of Rugby League’ tonight......particularly given the network didn’t want the restart to go ahead......

As a league supporter it’s great to have the code back again.

Just get Kayo and f**k 9 off all together.

All those new sponsors you wouldn't think they would need to bust our balls for a cheaper deal lol

probably not at pre Covid rates mind.

 

[Chook Norris]

New deal announced: https://www.nrl.com/news/2020/05/28...utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=NetworkContent

Financial details not provided.

 

[Perth Red]

New deal announced: https://www.nrl.com/news/2020/05/28...utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=NetworkContent

Financial details not provided.

ch9 have got a 15% reduction for 21&22 and more for this year. Has cost the nrl around $90mill on the nine contract. Fox yet to come.

 

[T to the T]

ch9 have got a 15% reduction for 21&22 and more for this year. Has cost the nrl around $90mill on the nine contract. Fox yet to come.

Source?

 

[Storm80]

Source?

According to the Australian "Nine told the Australian Stock Exchange that the expected to save $27.5m in each of 2021 and 2022 - and an even greater amount this season".

So let me get this right... the NRL were quoted as saying "There is a contract in place, a legally binding contract..." and yet Channel 9 are walking away with a $90m discount on the 2018-2022 media deal? Are you kidding me?

Guess I was 100% right when I said that 2018-2022 deal wasn't worth the paper it was printed on after COVID-19.

If the NRL have a "legally binding contract" why are they now discounting Nine $90m? The lies from NRL Central just keep coming.

Nine completely bent the NRL over a barrel and had their way with the them.

Take Nine to Court for the $90m if you have to FFS. Enforce the originally terms of the contract. Who lets $90m plus walk out the door if they have a rock solid water tight contract?

The NRL threatened to take the Referees to court to save what $5m?? And then just bent over for Nine to save $90m plus??? Unbelievable.

 

[Perth Red]

Source?

it’s all in the media thread

 

[Captain Apollo]

The NRL have quietly made a brief announcement confirming the new TV deal just before the Broncos v Eels game kicked off -

NRL announces new broadcast deal with Nine, Foxtel
Author: NRL.com
Timestamp: Thu 28 May 2020, 07:30 PM

The ARLC has agreed to new broadcast deals with Channel Nine through to 2022 and Foxtel through to the 2027 season.

The new deal extends Foxtel's for a further five years, with the previous rights agreement having covered the five-year period of 2018-2022.

“I want to thank Foxtel CEO Patrick Delany and Nine CEO Hugh Marks for reaching an outcome that puts the fans and the game’s future first,” ARLC Chairman Peter V’landys said.

“Our negotiations were tough but always in a spirit of goodwill and shared ambitions for the betterment of rugby league. We could not have reached our May 28 restart ambitions without the teamwork and collaboration of our partners.”

Foxtel will continue to broadcast all eight games a week this season, with Nine televising three matches per round plus exclusive coverage of the grand final on October 25 plus the State of Origin series in November.

As you can see the article is scant on a lot of detail.

I found an article on Nine's Wide World of Sports website though which goes into a bit more detail -

NRL agrees to new broadcast deal with Nine and Foxtel
By Marc Churches
an hour ago

The NRL has officially secured a new broadcast deal after partners Nine and Foxtel agreed to a long term partnership.

Both Nine and Foxtel have recommitted to the current rights deal until the end of 2022.

The NRL also secured a five-year partnership with Foxtel who will continue to broadcast rugby league for a further five years once the current deal ends.

ARLC Chairman Peter V'landys confirmed the news on Thursday.

"I want to thank Foxtel CEO Patrick Delany and Nine CEO Hugh Marks for reaching an outcome that puts the fans and the game's future first," V'landys said.

"I am delighted to have worked with our long-standing partners Foxtel and Nine to reshape and resume the 2020 NRL Telstra Premiership. It is significant that on one of the most important days in our game's history, we have finalised the deals to ensure its future.

"Our negotiations were tough but always in a spirit of goodwill and shared ambitions for the betterment of rugby league. We could not have reached our May 28 restart ambitions without the teamwork and collaboration of our partners."

"These deals provide certainty to ensure our 16 clubs remain strong and that we can continue to invest in grassroots rugby league across our communities."

For the resumed 2020 season:

• Foxtel will continue to show all eight games every round - including five exclusive telecasts each weekend;
• Nine will continue to televise three weekly NRL matches - Thursday and Friday nights, plus Sunday afternoon;
• Nine will provide exclusive coverage of the October 25 Grand Final;
• Nine will continue its exclusive coverage of the three State of Origin matches, to be held this year over three weeks on November 4, 11 and 18.

Nine's CEO Hugh Marks said: "As we approach the kick off for the resumption of NRL season 2020, I want to congratulate Peter on his leadership, and also Andrew for stepping into his role in these extremely difficult circumstances. They have both enabled us to confidently move forward and invest in the future of NRL.

"The team at Nine are in this for the long term and we all look forward to working with the NRL and all the stakeholders, as we continue to build on the success of the game for its long term future.

"Our on-air and production teams have combined to bring even more excitement to the game, further enhancing the experience for the fans at home starting tonight. Let's now all enjoy the game."

No word on the NRL's Digital arm and no other media I can see gives much more detail than what is in the article from Wide World of Sports.

 

[Perth Red]

Looks,like we’ve give nine a $64mill (33%) discount this year. Very generous of Vlandys!

 

[Storm80]

Looks,like we’ve give nine a $64mill (33%) discount this year. Very generous of Vlandys!

$64m savings for 2020?? What?? If that's legit then Nine save:

- 2020 $64m
- 2021 $27.5m
- 2022 $27.5m

A total saving for Nine of $119m. That's a phenomenal deal for Nine.

Imagine what you could do for grassroots league with $119m.

Remember when the NRL tried to pin the future money for Country rugby league on the legal costs (maybe $2m) of taking on the Referees to a 3 panel tribunal at the FWC haha

I gotta say, considering the NRL had a "legally binding contract" in place, it's gotta be the worst outcome I've ever seen. The players gotta be fuming with this approach from the NRL considering it will directly impact their salaries.

How does one have a legally binding contract, walk into negotiations and happily lose $119m? And then doesn't even bother to take legal action to enforce the original contract?

Hey Cactus explain that one for me. How's that rock solid contract you were trumpeting going hahaha

As Packer once said, you only get one Alan Bond in your lifetime... Yet when it comes to the administration of the NRL - the media get an Alan Bond every 5 years