Why Was The WWE Network UK Launch Delayed?

As noted, WWE Network delayed their UK launch today just 20 minutes before it was scheduled to go live.

The Network UK launch was delayed at the last minute due to the same reason the original October 1st launch didn't happen – because of ongoing negotiations with Sky TV.

WWE signed a new five-year TV deal with BSkyB this past January for a major rights fees increase. With the new deal, it was announced that all pay-per-views would air on Sky Sports Box Office. Up until this year, 4 pay-per-views would air on Sky Sports at no extra charge for people who have the channel, while the remaining shows were on Sky Box Office at £14.95 per event.