JioHotstar and Sony Collaborate for India-England Test Series.
Mukesh Ambani’s JioHotstar has officially acquired exclusive digital streaming rights for India’s upcoming five-match Test series against England, scheduled to begin on June 20, 2025, at Headingley, Leeds.
The development is part of a sublicensing agreement with Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI), which will continue to hold the television broadcast rights for the high-profile tour. This strategic collaboration marks a significant moment in Indian cricket broadcasting, offering fans dual access to live action via digital and traditional platforms.
The acquisition comes in the wake of the recent Viacom18–Disney Star India merger, which led to the launch of a unified sports streaming platform under the JioHotstar banner. The consolidation aims to streamline content distribution and expand reach across both urban and rural digital audiences.
Key Details
- Series: India Tour of England 2025
- Format: 5-Test Matches
- Start Date: June 20, 2025
- Digital Rights: JioHotstar
- TV Broadcast Rights: Sony Sports Network
Cricket fans in India will be able to stream all matches live and exclusively on JioHotstar, ensuring high-definition coverage with expert commentary, in multiple regional languages.
This partnership highlights the growing importance of digital-first sports consumption in India, as broadcasters align with changing viewer habits and increasing mobile internet penetration.
About JioHotstar
JioHotstar is a newly integrated digital streaming platform born from the merger between Viacom18 and Disney Star India. It offers premium sports, entertainment, and news content to millions of users across India.
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