JioStar and Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) have announced a strategic collaboration to bring live coverage of India’s tours of England in 2025 and 2026 to fans across platforms.
Under this content-sharing agreement:
- JioStar will have exclusive digital streaming rights, airing all matches-including Tests, ODIs, and T20 Internationals-on JioHotstar.
- SPNI will retain the television broadcast rights, with matches to be shown on Sony Entertainment Television.
Statements from the Stakeholders
Sanjog Gupta, CEO, Sports and Live Experiences, JioStar, said:
“This collaboration is a win-win for all stakeholders involved-especially Indian cricket fans-and serves the broader sporting landscape.
The combination of JioHotstar’s deep digital footprint with SPNI’s broadcast network will universalise access to India’s tours of England.”
Gaurav Banerjee, MD and CEO, SPNI, added:
“We are thrilled to bring this fantastic partnership to cricket fans for India’s tour of England.
Backed by the power of the Sony TV network and the digital prowess of JioStar-this first-of-its-kind partnership aims to redefine cricket coverage. Our deep thanks to our partners at the ECB for their support.”
Match Schedule: India’s 2025 England Tour (Tests)
- 1st Test – Headingley, Leeds | 20 June
- 2nd Test – Birmingham | 2 July
- 3rd Test – Lord’s | 10 July
- 4th Test – Manchester | 23 July
- 5th Test – The Oval | 31 July
The 2026 tour will feature a white-ball series, comprising three ODIs and five T20Is.
SPNI had secured exclusive India rights for England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) properties in 2023 under an eight-year deal that runs through 2031.