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OSNtv Launches eCLUTCH Esports and Sports Channels Across MENA
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January 20, 2026•2 days ago

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OSNtv has launched eCLUTCH, a package featuring seven dedicated esports and sports channels, including an Arabic-language channel for live esports. This expansion aims to cater to the growing esports community in the Middle East and North Africa by providing extensive live tournament coverage and specialist programming. The collaboration combines satellite and digital access, making esports content available across multiple platforms.
The eCLUTCH package on OSNtv features a broad portfolio of dedicated channels, including eCLUTCH Live 1, eCLUTCH Live 2, eCLUTCH Access, Padel Time TV, GINX TV, Gametoon and Esports24. Together, the channels provide continuous high-definition coverage spanning international esports tournaments, specialist sports programming, documentaries and video-on-demand content tailored to audiences seeking both competitive action and immersive storytelling.
Through partnerships with some of the world’s leading game publishers and live event organisers, eCLUTCH delivers more than 2,000 hours of premium live esports content annually. Its programming slate includes major global competitions such as BLAST Esports’ flagship ecosystems featuring Fortnite, PUBG, and Counter-Strike 2, Capcom’s Street Fighter 6 Pro Tour and the Evolution Championship Series, the world’s leading fighting game event circuit.
A key highlight of the launch is eCLUTCH Arabic, a dedicated Arabic-language channel focused exclusively on live esports. Now available across the region, the channel features live tournaments and events commentated in Arabic by regional experts and analysts. Covering popular titles such as Fortnite, Rocket League and Rainbow Six Siege, eCLUTCH Arabic aims to connect global esports competition with local culture, serving the rapidly expanding esports community in the Middle East and North Africa.
Imad El Khoury, Vice President Commercial for MENA at OSN, said: “Our strategic partnership with eCLUTCH enables us to serve the rapidly growing esports, gaming, and padel communities across the region. These high-energy audiences thrive on dynamic, engaging content, and our collaboration with eCLUTCH includes 7 dedicated esports and gaming channels, along with a specialized channel for Padel sport, which allows us to expand to a wider demographic in MENA.”
Arnaud Verlhac, Chief Executive Officer of eCLUTCH, added: “This partnership with OSNtv marks a major milestone for eCLUTCH and for the evolution of Esports distribution in the MENA region. Together, we are pioneering a truly multi-platform model, delivering live Esports in both English and Arabic to reach audiences across the entire region. It is a strategic collaboration spanning satellite and digital ecosystems, and a significant step toward positioning Esports alongside the world’s most established sports.”
Youlia Silverstov, Distribution Director at eCLUTCH, stated: “Esports appetite in the Middle East is exploding, and fans are craving premium, dedicated content. With our partnership with OSN, eCLUTCH is now taking a full leap into the region—bringing world-class esports action to every screen”
By combining traditional pay-TV distribution with digital and mobile access, the collaboration between eCLUTCH and OSN reflects changing viewing habits and strengthens the role of pay television in delivering next-generation entertainment. With availability across satellite, web and mobile platforms, the partnership ensures esports fans can access content anytime and anywhere.
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