Star Sports Unveils Star-Studded Commentary Team for England vs India Test Series
Exciting Commentary Lineup Announced
On June 10, Star Sports officially revealed a star-studded commentary and analysis panel ahead of the eagerly awaited five-match Test series between England and India, commencing on June 20 at Headingley, Leeds.
As the series approaches, Sony Sports Network has curated a commentary team that blends experience, credibility, and excitement. Cricketing icons like Navjot Singh Sidhu, known for his vibrant personality and extensive cricket knowledge, and Varun Aaron, whose recent commentary has been praised for its engaging narratives, will be part of the lineup.
The panel also features global cricket legends such as Nasser Hussain, who brings a unique English perspective shaped by his tenure as England's captain and seasoned commentator. With such prominent voices, viewers can expect a comprehensive viewing experience filled with technical breakdowns, strategic insights, historical context, and entertaining banter.
Sony's initiative to enhance cricket broadcasting underscores the significance of this series, as two of cricket's historic rivals prepare to write the next chapter in their red-ball saga.
A New Era for India in Test Cricket
This high-profile bilateral series marks not only the start of a new chapter in the India-England Test rivalry but also the beginning of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle. In line with the event's importance, Sony Sports has assembled a dynamic group of legendary cricketers and top broadcasters to deliver in-depth analysis, precise tactical insights, and live updates.
The upcoming England tour is a pivotal moment for Indian cricket as it embarks on a new journey under the captaincy of Shubman Gill. Following the retirement of two of India's finest Test players, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, this tour represents India's first significant test of transition in the longest format.
Gill, now at the helm, will be in the spotlight as he leads a relatively young squad in challenging English conditions. The five-Test series against Ben Stokes' England is not only steeped in the traditional intensity of the India-England rivalry but also carries the weight of setting a precedent for the upcoming WTC cycle.
Commentary Teams Revealed
English Commentary Panel
- Ravi Shastri
- Navjot Singh Sidhu
- Dinesh Karthik
- Anil Kumble
- Nasser Hussain
- Michael Atherton
- Stuart Broad
- Sanjay Manjrekar
- Abhinav Mukund
Hindi Commentary Panel
- Navjot Singh Sidhu
- Anil Kumble
- Sanjay Manjrekar
- Parthiv Patel
- Sanjay Bangar
- Varun Aaron
- Deep Dasgupta
- Anant Tyagi & Padamjeet Sehrawat