Overcoming Time Differences in Broadcasting Overseas Sports Leagues

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The biggest challenge for fans of international sports is time differences. Matches in popular leagues like the EPL, NBA, and MLB often start in the early morning or early morning hours of Korean time, making it difficult to watch live.

Major league schedule by time zone

The Premier League and La Liga games are usually played between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. Korean time. Weekend evening games are relatively easy to watch, but weekday early morning games can be a bit of a hassle. NBA games are mostly played between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., making live viewing nearly impossible for office workers. MLB games are played almost every day of the season, spanning a variety of time zones, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Korean time.

Realistic viewing strategies

First, utilize the weekends. You can watch the early morning games without worrying about time differences. Second, actively utilize highlights and replays. Get the key points with 15-minute highlights, and if it's a close game, watch the full game on a replay. Third, utilize your commute. Watching the previous night's game replay on the subway or bus is a great way to make the most of your commute time.

Spoiler blocking

If you plan to watch the replay, avoid sports news from social media or portal sites. Most apps offer a notification-mute feature, so take advantage of it. Black TV