If you’re already counting down the days to this winter’s Ashes series, here’s some exciting news: TNT Sports has officially secured the broadcasting rights for the latest chapter in one of cricket’s most storied rivalries.
That means fans in the UK can expect full coverage of England’s tour of Australia — all delivered straight to their screens.
Third Time Running for TNT Sports
This isn’t TNT’s first crack at covering the Ashes Down Under.
In fact, it’ll be their third consecutive away Ashes series, having also broadcast the 2017-18 and 2021-22 tours — back when they were still known as BT Sport.
While Sky Sports had a go back in 2013-14, they’ve since stepped aside, showing little interest this time around despite holding the rights to England’s home games.
A New Approach to Production
TNT is keeping most of their production details under wraps for now, but word is that they’ll be taking a “hybrid” approach this year.
That means part of their commentary and presenting team will be stationed in a UK studio, while others will be on the ground in Australia, soaking up the atmosphere and delivering live insight.
Unlike previous series, TNT is also expected to bring in their own commentary crew, rather than simply relying on the feed from the local Australian broadcasters.
Not Just the Ashes — It’s an All-Winter Lineup
This Ashes deal is part of a much broader contract between TNT Sports and Cricket Australia.
The one-year agreement gives TNT the rights to every men’s and women’s international match in Australia from August 2025 through March 2026.
So, aside from the Ashes, cricket fans can look forward to white-ball tours of New Zealand in October and Sri Lanka in January, all airing exclusively on the subscription network.
What TNT’s Top Exec Had to Say
Scott Young, Executive VP at WBD Sports Europe, shared his excitement about the partnership:
“We’re privileged to bring every ball of this iconic series to TNT Sports this winter.
The Ashes is more than cricket — it’s one of sport’s greatest rivalries.
With Ben Stokes and Pat Cummins leading two top-tier teams, it’s going to be gripping, must-watch drama.”
England’s Tough History in Australia
As much as England fans love the rivalry, recent visits Down Under haven’t exactly gone their way.
In fact, England hasn’t won an Ashes Test match in Australia since the famous 2010-11 series, when they clinched the series 3-1.
Since then, it’s been a string of tough defeats: 5-0 in 2013-14, and 4-0 in both 2017-18 and 2021-22.
The most recent Ashes, played in England in 2023, ended in a 2-2 draw — which means Australia retained the urn under Cummins’ leadership.
No More Tests Before the Big Clash
Ben Stokes and his team will have no red-ball cricket to warm up with before heading Down Under.
Their summer concluded with a nail-biting six-run defeat to India at The Oval, ending that series 2-2 as well.
Now, all eyes are on November 21, when the Ashes kicks off in Perth.
