The ACC awarded media rights for the Asia Cup (2024–2031) to Sony India for INR 1400 Cr, covering 119 matches, including men’s, women’s, and Emerging Cup tournaments. We bring the comprehensive broadcasting details for the upcoming Cricket Asia Cup 2025, including TV channels and live streaming options.
The 2025 Cricket Asia Cup will be the 17th edition of the tournament, scheduled to take place from September 9 to September 28, 2025, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The T20 format, a build-up to the 2026 T20 World Cup, is expected to attract even larger audiences, with potential for multiple IND vs PAK encounters in the group stage, Super Four, and final on September 28, 2025.
Asia Cup 2025 Broadcasting Rights
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has secured media rights deals to ensure global coverage of the Asia Cup 2025. The tournament’s massive appeal, driven by blockbuster matches like India vs. Pakistan, which drew 133 million TV viewers in 2023, makes it a prime event for broadcasters.
India secures a 65% revenue share (approximately INR 910 Cr), while Pakistan’s share is 25% (INR 346 Cr). However, in Pakistan, broadcasters are negotiating to lower the INR 104 Cr cost, with talks of a channel consortium to secure rights.
Globally, Star Sports has distributed rights to partners like SuperSport, YuppTV, and TNT Sports, ensuring coverage across diverse regions. The high viewership potential, especially for the India vs Pakistan match, drives these profitable deals, with broadcasters anticipating record-breaking audiences in 2025.
Live Streaming and TV Channels
Check the complete list of broadcasting rights, TV channels, and live streaming options by region:
1. India (Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Nepal, Maldives, Bhutan)
Star Sports Network has acquired the long-term broadcasting rights and will broadcast live coverage of all the matches of the Asia Cup 2025, including IND vs PAK. Here is the list of TV Channels that will televise the matches in multiple languages:
- Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD
- Star Sports 2, Star Sports 2 HD
- Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD
- Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, Star Sports 1 Kannada
- Star Sports Select 1, Star Sports Select 1 HD
- DD Sports
Disney+ Hotstar will stream all matches live on its website and mobile app. In 2023, Disney+ Hotstar offered free streaming for mobile users, a strategy that may continue in 2025 to compete with platforms like JioCinema. Subscriptions for premium ad-free streaming are priced at approximately INR 899/year (Super) or INR 1499/year (Premium).
Fans with Jio, Airtel, or Vodafone Idea prepaid plans may access Disney+ Hotstar for free through bundled recharge offers, as seen in previous tournaments.
2. Pakistan
PTV Sports has purchased the official broadcasting rights for the Asia Cup 2025. Due to the high price, Ten Sports and A Sports have yet to buy the media rights for the tournament.
Tapmad TV and Tamasha have purchased the streaming rights and will live stream the PAK vs IND match in Pakistan. These platforms may require subscriptions, while Myco and Daraz will offer a free stream.
3. Bangladesh
Gazi TV (GTV), a leading Bengali-language channel, will broadcast all matches live, continuing its tradition of covering ACC events. Rabbitholebd and Toffee apps will live-stream the tournament, whereas T Sports will televise all the matches live in full HD.
4. Sri Lanka
Channel Eye (SLRC) will broadcast the matches, with Star Sports channels also available for viewers in Sri Lanka. Disney+ Hotstar may extend streaming services to Sri Lanka, offering a seamless viewing experience for mobile and web users.
5. Afghanistan
Ariana Television Network (ATN) holds exclusive broadcasting rights for the 2025 Asia Cup, ensuring comprehensive coverage for Afghan fans. ATN’s digital platforms may offer streaming, though specific details are pending. Fans should check ATN’s website or app for updates.
6. UAE (Host Nation)
CricLife MAX, available on eLife TV and Switch TV, will broadcast all matches live in the UAE. STARZPLAY will bring the tournament’s livestreaming to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, including the UAE, via its Sports bundle. A subscription to STARZPLAY’s Sports package (approximately USD 9.99/month) will likely be required.
7. United Kingdom
TNT Sports (formerly BT Sport) will broadcast the Asia Cup 2025 live on TNT Sports 1, continuing its coverage of major cricket events. The TNT Sports app will provide live streaming for UK viewers. Disney+ Hotstar may also be available for subscribers in the UK, offering an alternative streaming option.
8. United States and Canada
Willow TV will telecast the tournament, as it typically covers major cricket events for North American audiences. ESPN Caribbean may also televise matches in the Caribbean region.
ESPN+ and Disney+ Hotstar (available in the US and Canada) will stream all matches. ESPN+ offers ad-supported and ad-free plans (approximately USD 10.99/month), while Hotstar provides annual and monthly subscriptions.
9. Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia (except Singapore)
Fox Sports will televise the Asia Cup 2025 in Australia, with select matches available on free-to-air channels.
On the other hand, YuppTV, a leading OTT platform for South Asian content, is likely to stream the tournament in Australia, New Zealand, Continental Europe, Malaysia, Japan, and Southeast Asia (except Singapore).
Foxtel and Kayo apps may also provide streaming in Australia, with subscriptions starting at AUD 25/month for Kayo.
10. Sub-Saharan Africa
SuperSport Network will broadcast the Asia Cup 2025 across Sub-Saharan Africa, including South Africa, on channels like SuperSport Cricket. SuperSport’s website and app will offer live streaming, accessible with a subscription (approximately ZAR 100/month in South Africa).