India, Aug. 28 -- YouTube TV has struck a short-term extension with Fox, averting an immediate blackout for subscribers as negotiations for a new agreement continue. This comes three days before college football will have one of its highly anticipated week one matchups - Texas vs Ohio State. The NFL regular season also starts next month.

Announced late on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, the deal ensures uninterrupted access to Fox channels, including Fox Sports, Business, and News, beyond the original 5:00 PM ET deadline. The streaming service emphasized its commitment to securing a fair deal, promising transparency and updates as talks progress.

"We have reached a short-term extension with Fox to prevent disruption to YouTube TV subscriber...