In today’s diverse world of pro wrestling and combat sports, Jeff Jarrett may be one of the best minds to seek the opinion of and now he plans to give his expert reccomendations to FITE TV. Today WrestleZone has learned that Jarrett and FITE have announced a new partnership in which the hall of famer will collaborate with the sports streaming service to give his astute suggestions as to what users should watch on on a weekly basis. The full announcement is below which includes quotes from Jarrett and COO of FITE, Mike Weber.
Too Many Great Combat Sports to Watch? Let WWE Hall of Famer Jeff Jarrett Help with #PickAFITE
The 3rd generation promoter and world renowned professional wrestler partners with FITE to give his highly opinionated weekly recommendations on pro wrestling, MMA, boxing and more via #PickAFITE
New York, NY (January 3, 2022): FITE is proud to announce that Double J himself, the hall of famer, promoter and award winning podcaster of My World with Jeff Jarrett, will partner with the streaming sports leader on #PickAFITE. The new initiative across social media will expand on Jeff’s wisdom and experience to help fans navigate not only the booming world of pro wrestling—from the backyard to the big shows, indie to international—but also MMA and boxing. Recognizing that combat sports fans love quality action of all kinds, #PickAFITE will post suggestions and links each week, and whenever Jeff damn well pleases.
“Starting in 2015 while globally promoting NJPW’s Wrestle Kingdom 9, FITE has proven time and again that they are the best-in-class when it comes to delivering premium live events worldwide,” said Jeff Jarrett, President of Global Force Entertainment. “FITE has optimized streaming technology and has consistently provided the ultimate digital platform for fans of sports and entertainment. As discussed on my podcast, My World With Jeff Jarrett, FITE offers amenities that I am thrilled to promote, as I believe strongly in their business philosophy and ability to evolve alongside changing technology.”
Jeff added: “I look forward to launching the #PickAFITE movement and helping introduce fans across the globe to their innovative service, first-class presentation, and the most exciting and must-see events in the industry today!”
“I’ve had the honor of working with Jeff Jarrett for over 20 plus years, and FITE has worked closely with him since our early days in 2015,” said Michael Weber, COO of FITE. “His My World podcast has quickly become one of the most listened to podcasts due to Jeff’s decades of experiences and passion for wrestling. This knowledge and passion comes through in every episode. Fans are going to love hearing his tips on what to watch.”
FITE is the premier sports streaming site and undisputed PPV leader. Wrestling promotions drawing huge viewerships on FITE include AEW, NWA, Impact!, GCW, New Japan Pro Wrestling and many more. The platform also airs events from Triller Fight Club, Triad Combat, BKFC, Top Rank, Third Coast Grappling and many more.
My World with Jeff Jarrett, named one of the best new podcasts of 2021 at the Discover Pods Award, covers Jarrett’s illustrious career as both a wrestler and a promoter including his experiences with the likes of Hulk Hogan, Vince McMahon, Owen Hart, and Nick Gage. The partnership will present various opportunities for the podcast and FITE to cross-promote.
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