FOUR of Rovers' Premiership games will be screened 'live' on Sky during the first half of next season.

The Ewood date with Manchester City, originally postponed from Wednesday August 27 due to City's UEFA Cup commitments, has now been brought forward to Monday August 25, the Summer Bank Holiday, and will be screened live (kick off 8 pm).

Charlton's visit to Ewood on Saturday October 18 has also been switched to Monday October 20.

Then on Sunday November 2, Rovers' first ever trip to Leicester's new Walker Stadium will be televised by the satellite company.

A week later, Rovers will then entertain Everton in a North West derby clash on Monday, November 10, kick off 8pm.

Rovers secretary Tom Finn said: "With four matches, we are looking at considerable exposure, which reflects the progress the club has made.

"There is always a balance to be struck, but live coverage of games is important to us for various reasons, not least revenue and ensuring widespread coverage for sponsors etc.

"The TV selections further lifts the profile of the club as we move forward."

Fixtures chosen for Pay-Per-View matches will be announced in due course.