The much-anticipated opening Test between India and England is set to begin on June 20, 2025, at Headingley, Leeds. Here's a clear, user‑friendly guide to how Indian fans can watch the action unfold live—without any distracting links.

Match Timing

  • Toss: 3:30 PM IST
  • Play begins: 4:00 PM IST 

Television Broadcast

Free-to-air

  • DD Sports will air the match live across India, accessible through DD Free Dish and cable networks 

Pay TV

  • Sports 18‑1 (SD/HD) – live commentary in English, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada
  • Colors Cineplex (SD/HD) – dedicated Hindi commentary 

Fans can tune in via major DTH providers:

  • Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV, Videocon d2h, Sun Direct, among others 

Live Streaming (Free in India)

  • JioCinema / JioStar (formerly JioHotstar): Exclusive digital rights—free streaming in up to seven languages, with features like multiple camera angles and even 4K quality on supported devices 

To watch on JioCinema, all you need is a Jio SIM and the app—no extra subscription required.

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Why Multiple Languages Matter

  • JioCinema allows fans to choose from English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bhojpuri, and Punjabi commentary, offering a rich, immersive viewing experience.
  • TV broadcast supports regional commentary options via Sports 18 and Colors Cineplex for multilingual access.

Viewing Options at a Glance

Platform

Channel/App

Languages

Cost

DD Sports

DD Free Dish/cable

English, Hindi

Free

Sports 18‑1 HD/SD

Pay TV

English, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada

DTH subscription

Colors Cineplex

Pay TV

Hindi

DTH subscription

JioCinema/JioStar

App/web

English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Punjabi, Bhojpuri

Free with Jio SIM

Quick Setup Tips

  1. For digital users: Install JioCinema or JioTV, sign in with your Jio SIM, and launch the live match.
  2. For TV watchers: Ensure you have Sports 18‑1 or Colors Cineplex channels in your DTH bouquet; tune in at 4:00 PM IST.
  3. For rural or budget viewers: DD Sports on Free Dish is a great zero-cost alternative.



Final Take

Whether you're a mega-fan tracking stats in seven languages or a casual viewer wanting to catch the live action on TV, India's broadcast ecosystem ensures no one misses a moment. Free streaming via JioCinema, multi-lingual commentary, or traditional TV—pick what fits your style, tune in at 4 PM IST, and enjoy every ball as India takes on England in a fresh chapter of Test cricket.

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