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DISH Network Countersues Disney Over Antitrust Violations

1/5/2026

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DISH Network countersued The Walt Disney Company (Disney) and ESPN, alleging antitrust violations and breach of contract.
The countersuit follows Disney's lawsuit over Dish's Sling TV limited-time passes.
DISH argues Disney conditions access to essential sports programming on purchasing low-value channels.
DISH contends Disney's acquisition of Fubo and the ESPN-Fox One bundle eliminates competition in sports streaming.
The countersuit seeks unspecified damages and an injunction to reverse acquisitions.

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DISH Network countersued The Walt Disney Company (Disney) and ESPN, alleging antitrust violations and breach of contract.
The countersuit follows Disney's lawsuit over Dish's Sling TV limited-time passes.
DISH argues Disney conditions access to essential sports programming on purchasing low-value channels.
DISH contends Disney's acquisition of Fubo and the ESPN-Fox One bundle eliminates competition in sports streaming.
The countersuit seeks unspecified damages and an injunction to reverse acquisitions.