Dazn acquires UK rights for Australia-Bangladesh Test series
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 8:45 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Dazn has secured the UK broadcasting rights for Australia's Test series against Bangladesh this month. The series includes two matches taking place in Darwin and Mackay. This marks a pivotal moment for Dazn as it branches into international cricket, having previously focused primarily on football and combat sports. The deal enhances the competitive among streaming platforms for cricket content. Coverage of the series is set to begin soon, with cricket fans anticipating Dazn's inaugural showing of Australia's Test cricket.
- •Dazn buys UK rights for Australia-Bangladesh Test series
- •Two Tests scheduled in Darwin and Mackay
- •First international cricket broadcast for Dazn
- •Deal expands Dazn's portfolio beyond football and combat sports
- •Series begins later this month in August
- 8:45 AMThe Guardian Sport — Dazn buys Australia series rights as platforms jostle over England white-ball tour
"Platform to broadcast Australia Tests against Bangladesh UK rights deal is first for Dazn in international cricket Dazn has bought the UK rights for Australia’s Test series against Bangladesh this month in a landmark deal for the global streaming platform. The two Test matches in Darwin and Mackay in Australia’s Top End will be the first time Dazn, whose main focus is football and combat sports, broadcasts international cricket in what could be a significant development for the market. Continue reading...
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