Sony Sports Secures Exclusive Rights for India A Tri-Nation Series 2026; Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Set to Headline Young Indian Squad
India A, Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A to Clash in Sri Lanka from June 9–21; Matches to Air Live Across Six South Asian Markets
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Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN) has strengthened its cricket broadcasting portfolio by acquiring the exclusive television and digital rights for the highly anticipated India A Tri-Nation Series 2026. The tournament, featuring India A, Sri Lanka A, and Afghanistan A, will be played in Sri Lanka from June 9 to June 21, providing cricket fans with a glimpse of the next generation of international stars.
Under the agreement, SPN will exclusively televise and livestream the tournament across India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives, and Sri Lanka through Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s India A Debut Among Major Attractions
One of the biggest highlights of the tournament will be the maiden India A ODI call-up of 15-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The teenage prodigy captured national attention with his remarkable performances during the recently concluded T20 season and is now set to take the next step in his cricketing journey.
Fans will also be eager to watch several other emerging talents, including Priyansh Arya, Ayush Badoni, and Suryansh Shedge, who have impressed with consistent performances at the domestic level.
Tilak Varma to Lead Dynamic India A Squad
India A will be captained by Tilak Varma, while Ruturaj Gaikwad has been named vice-captain. The squad features a blend of explosive batters, promising all-rounders, and exciting pace options, all aiming to stake a claim for future senior national team opportunities.
India A Squad for Tri-Nation Series 2026
- Tilak Varma (Captain)
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (Vice-Captain)
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
- Priyansh Arya
- Ayush Badoni
- Suryansh Shedge
- Nishant Sindhu
- Prabhsimran Singh (WK)
- Kumar Kushagra (WK)
- Vipraj Nigam
- Yash Thakur
- Yudhvir Singh
- Anshul Kamboj
- Arshad Khan
- Anukul Roy
Tournament Format and Schedule
The Tri-Nation Series will follow a double round-robin format, with each team playing the others twice. Following the league phase, the top two teams on the points table will qualify for the final scheduled on June 21.
The tournament will consist of seven One-Day International fixtures and is expected to provide a highly competitive environment for emerging players seeking international exposure.
Tournament Details
- Event: India A Tri-Nation Series 2026
- Teams: India A, Sri Lanka A, Afghanistan A
- Venue: Sri Lanka
- Dates: June 9–21, 2026
- Format: Double Round-Robin + Final
- Total Matches: 7 ODIs
- Final: June 21, 2026
Sony Sports Expands Its Cricket Portfolio
The acquisition further reinforces Sony Pictures Networks India’s commitment to delivering premium cricket content to viewers. By adding the India A Tri-Nation Series to its sports lineup, the broadcaster continues to expand its presence across international and developmental cricket properties.
Fans across India can enjoy live coverage of all matches from 10:00 AM IST in five languages — English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.
SPN Executive Highlights Importance of Tournament
Speaking on the acquisition, Rajesh Kaul, Chief Revenue Officer – Distribution and International Business and Head – Sports Business at Sony Pictures Networks India, emphasized the significance of the tournament in developing future cricket stars.
“The addition of the tri-nation broadens our cricket portfolio and the series represents an important milestone in the development pathway for emerging cricketers across the region. One of the biggest draws for viewers will be to watch the biggest sensation in Indian cricket, teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, whose explosive talent is making him one of the most talked-about players today.”
A Crucial Stage for Future International Stars
With a combination of emerging talent, competitive international opposition, and extensive broadcast coverage, the India A Tri-Nation Series 2026 promises to be one of the most exciting developmental cricket tournaments of the year. The performances of players such as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Tilak Varma, and Ruturaj Gaikwad could provide valuable insights into the future of India’s white-ball setup.