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The Esports Advocate
The satellite-based esports television platform eCLUTCH has entered a strategic partnership with global tournament organizer BLAST.
The satellite-based esports television platform eCLUTCH has entered into a strategic partnership with global tournament organizer BLAST to distribute competitive gaming content to mainstream audiences. This collaboration focuses on broadcasting select tournaments for Fortnite, Rocket League, and Rainbow Six Siege. The content is scheduled to air throughout the remainder of 2025 and into 2026, though specific event details remain undisclosed.
This agreement represents a significant step in eCLUTCH’s broader strategy to expand its reach and modernize the delivery of esports programming. The partnership aligns with the recent launch of eCLUTCH LIVE 2, a 24/7 linear channel dedicated to competitive gaming. Powered by iKOMG broadcasting technology, the channel is accessible globally via satellite, pay-TV, and connected TV platforms.
While the financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, the partnership is characterized as the first in a series of planned rights acquisitions intended to shift how esports is consumed by the general public. By leveraging traditional television infrastructure alongside digital distribution, the collaboration aims to increase the visibility of BLAST’s tournament circuit to both existing fans and new viewers worldwide.
Extra Credits · 2024