The UFC will soon have competition on network television. WSOF officials are set to finally announce a long-rumored deal to bring the promotion to NBC.

MMAjunkie today confirmed with WSOF President Ray Sefo that the promotion has inked a new multi-year deal with NBC Sports Group that will see the company featured on multiple platforms over the coming year, including the brand’s primary network.

An official announcement is expected shortly.

The first event to appear on the Peacock Network will be “WSOF 11: Gaethje vs. Newell,” which takes place July 5 and features lightweight champ Justin Gaethje (11-0) taking on undefeated contender Nick Newell (11-0).

Additionally, welterweights Josh Burkman (27-10) vs. Jon Fitch (35-6-1) and lightweights Gesias Cavalcante (18-7-1) vs. Melvin Guillard (31-13-2) have also been announced for the WSOF 11 card. A location for the card and specific broadcast times are expected to be announced shortly.

While specific arrangements of the new deal are not expected to be announced, the agreement runs through 2017. As many as 14 events could run on NBC Sports Group this year alone, a number that includes a Dec. 27 event on NBC, as well.

Details for that show are expected to be announced at a later date.

The Las Vegas-based WSOF first made a splash on the MMA scene in 2012 when it announced its first show, which included its broadcast deal with NBC Sports Network.

For more on WSOF 11 and other upcoming shows, stay tuned to the MMA Rumors section of the site.