Archive · 12 Dec 2025
JioStar Reaffirms ICC Rights Commitment Amid Exit Speculation
JioStar, a big media company, has said it will keep its deal to show international cricket matches, even though some people thought they might stop.
The deal is worth $3 billion and lasts for four years, with two years left.
JioStar wants everyone to know they will honor the contract and show upcoming big cricket events, like the T20 World Cup in 2026.
This tournament will be held in India and Sri Lanka, and India is the current champion.
JioStar has also said that any news saying they want to leave the deal is not true.
They are getting ready to show the next big cricket event, so fans can enjoy it without any worries.
JioStar denies rumors of opting out of the $3 billion ICC media rights deal.
The company reaffirms its commitment to honor the remaining two years of the contract.
JioStar will continue to broadcast upcoming ICC events, including the T20 World Cup 2026.
The ICC had reportedly approached other platforms like Netflix and Sony Pictures for the rights.
India and Sri Lanka will co-host the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, with India as the defending champion.
- Who
- JioStar and the International Cricket Council (ICC)
- What
- JioStar reaffirms its commitment to the ICC media rights deal despite exit rumors
- When
- The announcement was made amid recent exit speculation
- Where
- The decision impacts the Indian media and cricket landscape
- Why
- To clarify its stance and deny rumors of opting out of the contract
- ICC Contract Value
- $3 billion
- Contract Duration
- Four years (remaining two years)
- Upcoming ICC Event
- ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026
- Host Countries
- India and Sri Lanka
- Defending Champions
- India (2024 winners)
Sources
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