Summary
Netflix spent a large amount of money to stream the World Baseball Classic (WBC) in Japan. Following Japan's loss to Venezuela in the tournament, many Japanese viewers are canceling their subscriptions, frustrated by Netflix's exclusive broadcasting rights.
Key Facts
- Netflix acquired exclusive rights to broadcast the World Baseball Classic in Japan.
- Over 50 million people in Japan watched the 2023 final game of the WBC.
- Japan lost to Venezuela, which eliminated them from the tournament.
- There was a strong backlash on social media, with many Japanese fans canceling their Netflix subscriptions.
- Netflix's exclusivity meant many had to subscribe to watch, as public screenings were not allowed.
