(This story was originally published at usatoday.com . Updated on 5/23/18 at 10 a.m. ET with independent confirmation of the deal’s details.) ESPN wrested control of UFC’s television rights from FOX Sports as the Disney-owned network has agreed to commit $1.5 billion total over the next five years to broadcast and stream the sport, a person with knowledge of the agreement told USA TODAY Sports on Wednesday.
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ESPN wrestles UFC TV rights away from FOX Sports – MMA Junkie