ESPN and UFC proving that streaming is still a challenge in 2025
About this episode
The streaming revolution promised convenience, endless choices, and premium experiences, but the reality is far more complicated. Recent challenges faced by ESPN in processing pay-per-view payments for UFC’s most recent event show that streaming still has work to do. In this episode of StreamTime Sports, co-hosts Nick Meacham and Chris Stone are joined by streaming expert Erik Ramberg, VP of Streaming at MediaKind, to unpack the challenges of sports streaming.
Key Points:
- Why even top platforms like ESPN, Amazon, and Netflix have struggled with streaming live sports
- How streaming can propel sports media value and advertising opportunities
- How to balance investment, risk, and reliability when building a streaming platform
- What’s next for sports streaming in 2025?
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