The 2025 Cricket Asia Cup will be the 17th edition of the tournament, scheduled to be held from September 9 to September 28, 2025, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The tournament will feature a T20 format, serving as a build-up to the 2026 T20 World Cup. Get the complete TV guide on how to watch the 2025 Cricket Asia Cup live streaming options and Broadcasting rights.
Asia Cup 2025 Broadcasting Rights
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has secured media rights deals to ensure global coverage of the 2025 Asia Cup. The ACC has awarded media rights for the Asia Cup from 2024 to 2031 to Sony India for INR 1400 crore. This agreement covers 119 matches, including tournaments for men, women, and emerging players.
India will receive a 65% revenue share (approximately INR 910 crore), while Pakistan’s share is 25% (INR 346 crore). However, broadcasters in Pakistan are negotiating to lower the INR 104 crore cost, with discussions underway to form a channel consortium to secure the rights.
Globally, Star Sports has distributed rights to partners such as SuperSport, YuppTV, and TNT Sports, ensuring coverage across various regions. The high viewership potential, especially for the India vs. Pakistan match, drives these profitable deals, with broadcasters anticipating record-breaking audiences in 2025.
Where to Watch 2025 Cricket Asia Cup Live & TV Channels List [Worldwide]
View the full list of broadcasting rights, television channels, and live streaming options organized by region.
1. India (Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Nepal, Maldives, Bhutan)
Star Sports Network has acquired the long-term broadcasting rights and will provide live coverage of all matches in the Asia Cup 2025, including the India vs Pakistan match. Here is the list of TV channels that will air 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, the platform offered free streaming for mobile users, a strategy that may continue into 2025 to compete with services like JioCinema.
Subscriptions for ad-free premium streaming are priced at approximately INR 899 per year (Super) or INR 1499 per year (Premium). Fans with prepaid plans from Jio, Airtel, or Vodafone Idea can access Disney+ Hotstar for free through bundled recharge offers, as seen in previous tournaments.
2. Pakistan
PTV Sports has acquired the official broadcasting rights for the 2025 Asia Cup. Ten Sports and A Sports have also secured the media rights for the tournament. Tapmad TV and Tamasha have obtained the streaming rights and will live-stream the PAK vs IND match in Pakistan. While these platforms may require subscriptions, Myco and Tamasha will provide a free streaming option.
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, and Star Sports channels will also be available for viewers in Sri Lanka. Disney+ Hotstar may expand its streaming services to Sri Lanka, providing a seamless viewing experience for mobile and web users.
5. Afghanistan
Ariana Television Network (ATN) has exclusive broadcasting rights for the 2025 Asia Cup, ensuring extensive coverage for Afghan fans. ATN may offer streaming on its digital platforms, but specific details are still 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 also provide livestreaming of the tournament to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, including the UAE, through its Sports bundle. A subscription to STARZPLAY’s Sports package, which costs approximately USD 9.99 per month, will likely be required.
7. United Kingdom
TNT Sports, previously known as BT Sport, will broadcast the Asia Cup 2025 live on TNT Sports 1 as part of its coverage of major cricket events. UK viewers can also access live streaming through the TNT Sports app. Additionally, Disney+ Hotstar may be available to subscribers in the UK, providing 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 broadcast the Asia Cup 2025 in Australia, with select matches available on free-to-air channels.
Additionally, YuppTV, a leading OTT platform for South Asian content, is expected to stream the tournament in Australia, New Zealand, continental Europe, Malaysia, Japan, and Southeast Asia (excluding Singapore).
Foxtel and the Kayo app may also offer streaming in Australia, with subscriptions starting at AUD 25 per month for Kayo.
10. Sub-Saharan Africa
SuperSport Network will broadcast the Asia Cup 2025 throughout Sub-Saharan Africa, including South Africa, on its SuperSport Cricket channel. Live streaming will be available on SuperSport’s website and app, accessible with a subscription costing approximately ZAR 100 per month in South Africa.