Broadcast details for ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 announced
A star-studded commentary panel will bring voice to The Ultimate Test at Lord's
ICC TV will deliver world-class live coverage of the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025, featuring best-in-class production specs and enhancements. The broadcast will include a fully produced live match day programme, with a 30-minute pre-match build-up, lunch and tea interval shows, and a post-match wrap-up, ensuring fans stay connected to every moment of the action between South Africa and Australia.
A star-studded commentary panel has been assembled for the English world feed of The Ultimate Test at Lord's, bringing together legendary cricketers and some of the most respected voices in the game.
The panel features former greats including Matthew Hayden, Graeme Smith, Stuart Broad, Shaun Pollock and Kevin Pietersen, alongside leading broadcasters Nasser Hussain, Ravi Shastri, Mel Jones, Ian Smith, Ian Bishop and Dinesh Karthik.
Jiostar will be producing a Hindi feed from their production hub in Mumbai to be aired across the Star Sports Network and JioHotstar. The commentary talent will feature Abhinav Mukund, Varun Aaron, Sanjay Banger, Aakash Chopra and Anant Tyagi.
Deep Dasgupta will lead the coverage from the venue, anchoring the pre- and post-match presentations while also contributing to live match analysis and commentary. His presence on-ground brings viewers closer to the action on and off the field.
Matthew Hayden:
"The World Test Championship Final is the pinnacle of Test cricket, and there is no more iconic venue than Lord's to stage it. South Africa and Australia have both earned their place here with fierce, consistent cricket. I am thrilled to be part of the commentary team and cannot wait to witness this contest of skill, courage and endurance between two proud cricketing nations."
Graeme Smith:
"It is fantastic to see South Africa in the World Test Championship Final, a huge achievement for the players and the country. Facing an Australian side of this calibre at Lord's is what Test cricket is all about. The stage is set for a battle that will test every ounce of skill, discipline and temperament. I am looking forward to being part of the broadcast team for such a momentous occasion."
Mel Jones:
"Test cricket continues to deliver some of the most captivating stories in our sport, and this WTC Final at Lord's promises to be another. South Africa and Australia both bring rich traditions and exciting talent to the pitch. It is a privilege to call this match from the commentary box, and I am sure fans around the world are in for an unforgettable Test."
Shaun Pollock:
"The WTC Final brings the best of the best together, and Lord's is a fitting venue for such an occasion. South Africa and Australia have both played exceptional cricket to get here. It will be a real examination of both pace attacks and batting line-ups, and I am excited to see how it unfolds and to share those moments with fans around the world from the commentary box."
Ravi Shastri:
"Two outstanding teams, two rich cricketing cultures, and the grand setting of Lord's. This WTC Final has all the ingredients of a classic. South Africa have shown great resilience and character to reach this stage, and Australia are always a formidable force. It is The Ultimate Test, and it will take heart, discipline and skill to come out on top. I am looking forward to an enthralling contest."
Nasser Hussain:
"Lord's, the Home of Cricket, hosting the World Test Championship Final. It does not get any better for a lover of the game. Both South Africa and Australia have been outstanding across this cycle, and I am expecting a high-quality contest. There will be challenges for bat and ball, and the pressure of this occasion will reveal character. It is a pleasure to be calling what should be a memorable five days of Test cricket."
ICC TV's production of the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 will be supported by Sunset+Vine as production services partner and NEP as equipment services partner. Coverage of the match will feature a minimum of 48 cameras, complemented by an array of analytical tools and visual enhancements to elevate the broadcast experience.
A range of specialty cameras will be deployed throughout the coverage. High-speed fixed cameras from BBG Sports will capture pivotal moments of play in exceptional detail, while Spidercam will deliver its signature dynamic perspectives with aerial coverage of the action. Batcam will provide sweeping aerial views via drone and immersive ground-level visuals with a roving buggy cam.
The Decision Review System (DRS) will be in place, with Hawk-Eye's Smart Replay system enabling synchronized multi-angle replays to support accurate and efficient decision-making. Hawk-Eye will also provide Piero graphics, adding deeper tactical insights and analysis.
On-air graphics will be delivered by AE Live, with in-depth cricket data and analytics from CricViz enhancing the broadcast storytelling with key statistics and insights.
To further enrich the viewing experience, Quidich Innovation Labs will provide the Field Plot and Field 360° virtual field model, illustrating fielding positions and strategies in real time.
Beyond live match coverage, ICC TV will also produce a wide range of non-live content including daily player profiles, team features, match day previews and exclusive behind-the-scenes content, giving fans an all-access look at the stories unfolding on and off the field.
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