Under the deal, ESPN STAR Sports will broadcast more than 170 days of live International cricket action from Australia, including 24 3 mobile Test Matche
ESS also plans to broadcast Cricket Australia’s top-class domestic cricket, which includes popular tournaments such as the Pura Cup, Ford Ranger One Day Cup and KFC Twenty20 Big Bash.
James Sutherland, Chief Executive Officer of Cricket Australia, said: “We are delighted to renew our partnership with ESPN STAR Sports, who over the years, has contributed significantly in the growth of the game in general and has helped further extend the popularity of Australian Cricket by continually setting new standards in cricket presentation and distribution in Asia.”
Jamie Davis, Managing Director, ESPN STAR Sports, said: “This partnership with Cricket Australia is a testament to our commitment to serve our fans and to work along with our associates. Now, with such an enviable line-up of cricket including Cricket Australia, ECB and ICC, ESS is firmly positioned as the distinct Number 1 sports broadcaster in Asia for years to come.”
