Extension of broadcasting rights contract with J.League video streaming DAZN August 26, 0:30
The J.League has extended the broadcasting rights contract of 210 billion yen in total with the video distribution "DAZN" for 10 years until 2026 for 2 years. For 12 years, the total amount was 223.9 billion yen, and Mitsuru Murai Chairman said, "The new coronavirus has had a great impact on the management of both the J League and DAZN. The balance is extended by extending the contract."
The J League has signed a huge broadcasting right contract with DAZN for a total of approximately 210 billion yen for 10 years until 2026.
The J-League and DAZN held a press conference online on the 25th, and announced that they would extend the contract by two years until 2028. The total contract amount will be approximately 223.9 billion yen in 12 years, which is a reduction of over 2.3 billion yen per year.
Chairman Mitsuru Murai of the J-League said, "The new coronavirus has had a big impact on both the J-League and DAZN management. By extending the contract, we will try to balance it, and this time we have agreed on the best long-term contract. I was able to do it."
In addition, James Rushton, CEO of "DAZN," said, "The spread of the new coronavirus had a great impact on the sports business, but we have taken measures such as distributing content other than relay at an early stage. I believe and I want to develop further."