Sony Pictures Network Extends Its Rights With ECB For 6 More Years Till 2028

The exclusive television and internet rights will remain in the hands of Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN) for showing England games in India. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB)  has signed a new deal with SPN for an additional six years, through 2028.

In addition to India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Afghanistan, Bhutan, Myanmar, and the Maldives are included in the agreement for the transmission of England’s games.

With the extension, Sony will have the only right to broadcast all senior men’s and women’s international games played by England as well as domestic fixtures on its sports channels and OTT service SonyLIV.

The Indian Team Will 21 Matches In England From 2023-2028

“We’re delighted to extend this partnership for another six years, broadcasting England men’s and women’s home international cricket to a passionate global audience. This partnership also enables us to bring the men’s county game to the biggest cricket audience in the world.

“After the thrilling conclusion of the England v India men’s Test series last month, there is so much fantastic cricket to look forward to over the coming years, including the women’s series between England and India next month. I am sure fans will continue to be entertained and enthralled by the contests between our two countries,” said Clare Connor, Interim CEO, ECB.

“We, at Sony Pictures Networks India are happy to extend our long-standing partnership with England and Wales Cricket Board. The English cricket team is amongst the most formidable in the world, and we look forward to broadcasting high quality cricket played in England during primetime viewing hours including the 21 matches featuring India between 2023 to 2028.”

“In addition to this, Team England has elevated global interest in their new brand of test cricket led by their captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum. The England-India rivalry has always been an exciting proposition for cricket fans around the world and our viewers can look forward to some thrilling cricket action until 2028,” said Rajesh Kaul, Chief Revenue Officer, Distribution and Head – Sports Business, SPN.

India recently played an ODI and T20I series in England which they won 2-1.

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