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KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- England host Pakistan for a three-Test series at Headingley, Lord's and Edgbaston.
- Every Test begins at 11:00 AM BST, which is 3:30 PM IST and 3:00 PM PKT.
- Joe Root returns as England captain with Babar Azam leading Pakistan.
How to watch England vs Pakistan Test match live?
England and Pakistan begin a three-match Test series that marks a fresh start for both sides, with the opener at Headingley from August 19. Joe Root takes charge as permanent captain for the second time in his career following Ben Stokes' retirement from the format.
Pakistan arrive under new leadership of their own, with Babar Azam reinstated as Test captain after a difficult run under Shan Masood. The tourists head in with momentum after a seven-wicket win over the PCC XI in their tour match, though Babar has been ruled out of the opener with a hand injury with Salman Ali Agha named as the stand-in captain.
The series carries real weight in the 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle, with England seventh in the standings and Pakistan eighth. Marcus Trescothick oversees the England side on an interim basis before Stephen Fleming takes charge later this year.
England and Pakistan have met in 92 Tests, with England winning 30 and Pakistan 23, while 39 have ended in draws. The tour concludes at Edgbaston in September, and fans across the globe can follow every ball through a wide network of broadcast and digital partners.
Where to watch ENG vs PAK Test series 2026 in the UK
- TV channel: Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event
- Live streaming: Sky Go, NOW
Live coverage in the United Kingdom is held exclusively by Sky Sports. Subscribers can stream through the Sky Go app, while non-subscribers can buy day or month passes through NOW without a contract.
Free highlights are available on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer, with ball-by-ball radio commentary on BBC Test Match Special.
Where to watch ENG vs PAK Test series 2026 in Pakistan
- TV channel: PTV Sports, Ten Sports
- Live streaming: Tapmad, Tamasha, Myco
Fans in Pakistan can watch the series live on PTV Sports and Ten Sports, with digital coverage carried across Tapmad, Tamasha and Myco.
Where to watch ENG vs PAK Test series 2026 in India
- TV channel: Sony Sports Network
- Live streaming: SonyLIV
Indian viewers have the full series on the Sony Sports Network, with the matches available on the Sony Ten 5 and Sony Ten 5 HD channels. Streaming is carried through the SonyLIV app and website.
Where to watch ENG vs PAK Test series 2026 in the USA
- TV channel:Willow TV
- Live streaming:Willow by Cricbuzz
Supporters in the United States and Canada can tune in via Willow TV, with streaming handled through Willow by Cricbuzz.
Where to watch ENG vs PAK Test series 2026 in the UAE
- TV channel: CricLife
- Live streaming: StarzPlay
Fans in the UAE and across the Middle East and North Africa can follow the series live on CricLife, with digital streaming carried through StarzPlay.
Where to watch ENG vs PAK Test series 2026 in the Caribbean
- TV Channel: Flow Sports
- Live Streaming: Flow Sports App
Fans in the Caribbean can watch the game live on the Flow Sports network while those wanting to stream can catch the whole match live on the Flow Sports App.
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ENG vs PAK Test series 2026 TV channels and live streaming worldwide
| Country / Region | TV channel | Live streaming |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go, NOW |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports, Ten Sports | Tapmad, Tamasha, Myco |
| India | Sony Sports Network | SonyLIV |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow by Cricbuzz |
| UAE & MENA | CricLife | StarzPlay |
| Australia | Fox Cricket | Kayo Sports |
| South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App |
| Caribbean | Flow Sports | Flow Sports App |
ENG vs PAK Test series 2026 start time worldwide
All three Tests begin at 11:00 AM local time in England, meaning viewers across the globe get a consistent start time throughout the series. The table below shows the start times across major regions.
| Country / Region | Start time |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom (BST) | 11:00 a.m. |
| Pakistan (PKT) | 3:00 p.m. |
| India (IST) | 3:30 p.m. |
| USA (ET) | 6:00 a.m. |
| UAE (GST) | 2:00 p.m. |
| Australia (AEST) | 8:00 p.m. |
| South Africa (SAST) | 12:00 p.m. |
| Caribbean (AST) | 6:00 a.m. |
ENG vs PAK Test series 2026 schedule
| Test | Dates | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | August 19-23 | Headingley, Leeds |
| 2nd Test | August 27-31 | Lord's, London |
| 3rd Test | September 9-13 | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
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