Benavidez-Angulo Averaged 198k Viewers

[Bob Haymon]

Actually, Showtime's subs are UP during the pandemic period when compared to last year.

The problem is, the Nielsen numbers are no longer that accurate when it comes to premium networks like Showtime or even HBO.

For example, I have Showtime through Hulu and my family members have it through Youtube - and none of those are counted in the Nielsen viewing figures.

Also, Showtime streams like Showtime Anytime, etc, are also not counted.

When BoxingScene has reported on streaming numbers they've still been crap. The numbers are bad because this was an awful card, it's that simple. The theory that it's cord cutting/streaming's fault is easily disproven by the fact that HBO still managed to place in the top 10.

[boogbx]

I’ve hung in tough as a showtime subscriber given The last series I enjoyed on showtime was resurrection blvd.

But last Saturday’s card was a good card.

Unfortunately Mariñez was robbed but will have redemption.

[Boxfan83]

I have Showtime thru Amazon.

[Bob Haymon]

I have Showtime thru Amazon.

That doesn't explain why their numbers have dropped off by 30% of what they were getting pre-pandemic. This has more to do with the quality of the product.

[daggum]

espinoza destroyed showtime boxing from within because he was in cahoots with haymon. how showtime let him get away with that is beyond me but they prob dont pay attention to whats going on

[champion4ever]

Actually, Showtime's subs are UP during the pandemic period when compared to last year.

The problem is, the Nielsen numbers are no longer that accurate when it comes to premium networks like Showtime or even HBO.

For example, I have Showtime through Hulu and my family members have it through Youtube - and none of those are counted in the Nielsen viewing figures.

Also, Showtime streams like Showtime Anytime, etc, are also not counted.

You are absolutely correct. Showtime is no longer just a linear channel. Now it's an online streaming channel where it's very difficult to gauge the actual number of viewers watching when many of those same viewers are opting to stream their cards online through a streaming app like Showtime Anytime or through Hulu Plus or Amazon Prime.

[boliodogs]

That just shows what poor taste many viewers have. Benavidez is a great fighter and I enjoyed watching him in action.

[KingOfGlory]

Any economic experts on here who explain how networks are making a profit from fighters demanding million dollar purses for low six figure viewers? I just don't see where the value is.

[DaBeastO]

When BoxingScene has reported on streaming numbers they've still been crap. The numbers are bad because this was an awful card, it's that simple. The theory that it's cord cutting/streaming's fault is easily disproven by the fact that HBO still managed to place in the top 10.

these pbc defenders always try to pull this what about the streamers crap when trying to defend these horrible ratings. these cards are horrible aint nobody streaming it and if there is the numbers are tiny!