t20 blast 2025 schedule

T20 Blast 2025, where to watch live: TV channels and live streaming


The 2025 T20 Blast, an integrated tournament featuring the men's and women's teams, runs from May 29 to July 27: here's where to watch it live, including TV channels and live streaming platforms.



How many matches will be played?

All 18 counties will participate in 52 men's and women's matches, with the finals day on September 13 (Saturday). A double-header will start the competition, with Lancashire Lightning taking on Worcestershire Rapids, and Middlesex facing Sussex Sharks.

Where to Watch the 2025 Vitality T20 Blast Live

The 2025 Vitality T20 Blast, England’s premier domestic T20 cricket competition, runs from May 29 to September 13, 2025. With 18 teams competing across the North and South groups, the tournament promises thrilling cricket action. Here's how and where you can catch all the live action:

📺 TV Broadcasts by Country

CountryTV Channel(s)
United KingdomSky Sports Cricket
IndiaSony Sports Network (Sony Six, Sony Ten)
PakistanPTV Sports, A Sports
AustraliaFox Sports
United StatesWillow TV
South AfricaSuperSport
New ZealandSky Sports NZ
BangladeshGazi TV
AfghanistanLemar Tg
United Arab Emirates                              Sony Six

Note: Broadcast rights may vary by region and are subject to change.

📱 Online Streaming Platforms for the 2025 Vitality T20 Blast


🇮🇳 India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Afghanistan, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Maldives

Sony LIV: Offers live streaming of the Vitality T20 Blast, along with other major cricket tournaments.

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Sky Sports: Provides comprehensive coverage of the Vitality T20 Blast.

BBC iPlayer: Offers select live streams and highlights of domestic cricket events.

Discovery+: Streams select matches and cricket-related content. 

🇺🇸 United States

Willow TV: Broadcasts the Vitality T20 Blast, along with other international cricket events

ESPN+: Streams select cricket matches and tournaments.

🇦🇺 Australia

Fox Sports: Provides coverage of the Vitality T20 Blast and other cricket events.

Kayo Sports: Offers streaming of various cricket tournaments, including the Vitality T20 Blast.

7Plus: Streams select cricket matches and highlights. 

🌍 Other Regions

YuppTV: Streams the Vitality T20 Blast in several countries, including Sri Lanka and Pakistan.

FanCode: Offers live streaming of various cricket tournaments, including the Vitality T20 Blast, in select regions.

📻 Radio Coverage for the 2025 Vitality T20 Blast

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

BBC Radio will provide extensive coverage of the Vitality T20 Blast:

BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra: Offers ball-by-ball commentary of all Vitality T20 Blast matches.

BBC Local Radio Stations: Provide live commentary for selected matches.

BBC Sounds: Streams live commentary and match highlights. 

🌍 International Coverage

Guerilla Cricket: An independent internet radio station offering alternative commentary for various cricket matches, including the Vitality T20 Blast. 

Local Radio Stations: In regions like Australia and New Zealand, local stations may provide coverage of the tournament.

Global Streaming Options for T20 Blast 2025

For fans outside traditional cricket markets, there are several platforms offering global access to the 2025 Vitality T20 Blast matches. Here’s a breakdown of streaming services available worldwide:

🌐 Multi-Region & Global Platforms

PlatformCoverage AreaFeatures
YuppTVMiddle East, Europe, North America, AustraliaStreams T20 Blast and other cricket tournaments.
FanCodeSelect international markets including USA & CanadaOn-demand match streaming with highlights and replays.
Willow TVUSA & CanadaDedicated cricket channel with live and on-demand content.
ESPN+USAOccasional coverage of major cricket events.
Kayo SportsAustraliaStreams Sky Sports feed and live cricket content.
DAZNSelect European countriesMay carry Sky Sports content depending on rights.
SuperSport AppSouth Africa & Sub-Saharan AfricaComprehensive cricket streaming for African audiences.
Sony LIVIndia, South Asia (via VPN globally)Official broadcaster with full match coverage.

🌍 Using a VPN for Streaming

If your country doesn’t have a direct broadcaster or streaming partner, you can use a reliable VPN (Virtual Private Network) to access content:

  • Popular VPNs: NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark

  • Tip: Connect to a UK or India server to access Sky Sports or Sony LIV respectively.

Disclaimer: Always ensure that using VPNs complies with your local laws and the terms of service of the platform you're accessing.

Tournament Overview

The 2025 Vitality T20 Blast is the latest edition of England and Wales’ flagship domestic T20 cricket competition, organized by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). As one of the most thrilling and fan-favorite tournaments on the domestic circuit, it brings together the country’s top cricketing talent across 18 county teams.

📅 Key Dates

  • Tournament Start: May 30, 2025

  • Finals Day: September 13, 2025

  • Finals Venue: Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham

🏟️ Format

  • Teams: 18 First-Class Counties

  • Groups: Divided into two regional groups:

    • North Group

    • South Group

  • Matches per Team: Each team plays 14 group stage matches (7 home, 7 away).

  • Knockouts:

    • Top 4 teams from each group qualify for the quarter-finals.

    • Winners proceed to semi-finals, leading up to Finals Day.

⚡ Finals Day – A Unique Feature

Unlike most domestic T20 tournaments, the Vitality Blast hosts all knockout matches — two semi-finals and the final — on a single, action-packed day at Edgbaston, known as Finals Day, a fan-favorite event with a carnival-like atmosphere.

🌟 Key Players to Watch

  • Liam Livingstone (Lancashire)

  • Will Jacks (Surrey)

  • Rehan Ahmed (Leicestershire)

  • Phil Salt (Manchester Originals)

  • Shaheen Afridi (potential overseas signing)

📊 Past Champions

  • 2023: Somerset

  • 2024: Notts Outlaws

  • Most Titles: Leicestershire and Hampshire (3 each)

The 2025 edition promises a blend of explosive batting, tactical bowling, and fierce rivalries, making it a must-watch for cricket fans around the globe.

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