ESPN: Australia vs Caribbean Rights Deal – Historic Broadcast
ESPN triumphantly secures exclusive broadcast rights for the Australian cricket tour of the West Indies, a landmark deal spanning Australia and New zealand. This agreement signifies ESPN’s return to broadcasting Australian overseas cricket after a 30-year hiatus, promising fans comprehensive coverage of all eight matches. Witness three thrilling test matches and five Twenty20 encounters, ensuring cricket enthusiasts don’t miss a moment of the action. The reach extends,with ESPN Caribbean providing coverage within the West Indies,building on a robust partnership. For in-depth sports journalism, News Directory 3 is following this developing story closely. What key moments will define this historic series? Discover what’s next …
ESPN Acquires rights for Australian Cricket Tour of West Indies
updated June 12, 2025
ESPN has secured the broadcast rights in Australia and New Zealand for the australian men’s cricket team’s tour of the West Indies. The agreement marks a significant milestone as ESPN airs its frist Australian overseas cricket tour in 30 years.
The deal encompasses all eight matches of the series,which runs from June 26 to July 29. Cricket fans can watch three test matches and five Twenty20 encounters as part of the Australian cricket tour.
ESPN’s Caribbean arm will also provide domestic coverage of the series in the West Indies.This follows a long-term agreement established in November with Cricket West Indies.
The last test series between the West Indies and Australia occurred in 2015, with Australia winning 2-0. A subsequent two-match series in Australia in early 2024 ended in a 1-1 draw.
What’s next
The Australian men’s team is currently competing in the ICC World Test Championship Final against South Africa in England.Amazon Prime Video and the Seven Network are broadcasting the event in Australia.