Last Thursday, many Filipino wrestling fans were expecting a new episode of WWE Raw on Jack TV, a Filipino cable network owned by Solar Entertainment. However, instead of a new episode of Raw, a drama series (which I wasn't able to see) was aired in lieu. Several hours later, Jack TV posted this explanation:
Then earlier today, ABS-CBN, through its UHF channel Studio 23, posted a spoiler video hyping a possible move of all WWE programs (Raw, Smackdown and pay-per-views such as WrestleMania) to their network. You may check the link here on Studio 23's Facebook account.
The said network has been airing WWE Superstars since 2010, a program Solar wasn't able to pick up, and the possible move of Raw, SmackDown and the pay-per-views to ABS-CBN is a sign that Solar, especially Jack TV, is attempting to replace WWE programming with more reality, drama, suspense and action programs. Also affected will be the supplementary WWE programs aired on Solar Sports, such as Vintage Collection, NXT, AfterBurn, Bottomline, among others. It is unlikely that ABS-CBN will pick up WWE's supplementary programs, due to the full lineup of Studio 23's programs, nor will it be aired on Balls, due to the said network's orientation to the unscripted Ultimate Fighting Championship.
We'll keep you up to date on the possible move or renewal in the coming weeks.
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