TNT Sports is in the final stages of negotiations to secure the live UK broadcast rights for England’s white-ball cricket tour of Australia, which is scheduled to begin next month. The tour consists of eight matches in total. According to reporting by The Guardian, the potential deal includes a significant component involving Channel 5, which is currently in advanced discussions to acquire a highlights package for the series.

Furthermore, the negotiations suggest that one of the five T20 international matches could be broadcast free-to-air on Channel 5. This would mark a notable development for the terrestrial broadcaster, which currently holds rights for two men’s and two women’s home T20 matches each summer under a four-year contract that commenced earlier this year. While Channel 5 has established a presence in cricket broadcasting through these home fixtures, it has not previously broadcast an England away tour. The deal remains subject to finalization between the parties involved, including Cricket Australia.