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Monday 15 August 2011

News: AFL Carlton v Hawthorn clash "very unlikely" to be live on Seven


















In yet another case of the dollar winning out over public interest, Channel Seven looks "unlikely" to televise the clash between Carlton and Hawthorn live.

Even though they sit fourth and third on the ladder respectively (and the result will dictate who will claim third spot next, and possibly for the rest of these season), Seven seems to be sticking with its strategy of airing Better Homes and Gardens before the footy- even in the lead-up to the finals series.

Hamish McClachlan- host of Seven's AFL Game Day- recently said on Twitter that "Friday Night looks unlikely to be live" however, did signal that things would change next year, with the AFL's rights negotiations with Seven meaning it will have to air more games live.

Here's what he said:




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