Pakistan vs Australia live streaming, channels: How to watch Pakistan vs Australia series for free online and on TV in India

Australia will begin its first tour to Pakistan in 24 years with test matches. The first test match of the three-match series is scheduled to be played at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, Pakistan from March 4th to 8th. This will be followed by the second test in Karachi and the third in Gaddafi Stadium from March 12th and 21st onwards respectively. In addition to test matches, Australia will also take on Pakistan in three ODIs and a one-off T20 match. Pakistan vs Australia series will be available to watch live for cricket enthusiasts across the world. If you are wondering how to watch Pakistan vs Australia series live online and on TV in India, here’s a quick step-by-step guide:

Pakistan vs Australia live streaming in India

Sony Pictures Networks holds the exclusive rights to broadcast Pakistan vs Australia series in India. Fans can catch the live coverage of the matches on Sony Six and Sony Six HD. Apart from that, the series can be live streamed on Sony’s own subscription-based digital platform, Sony LIV. The latter comes in three different tiers of pricing:

• Rs 299 for 1 month
• Rs 699 for 6 months
• Rs 999 for 12 months

Read on to know how you can watch Pakistan vs Australia series live with and without a Sony LIV subscription for free.

How to watch Pakistan vs Australia live streaming for free

This is how you can watch Pakistan vs Australia live streaming in India for free:

Via Jio TV

Jio users can watch Pakistan vs Australia series online for free on the Jio TV app. Simply download the app from Play Store or App Store and log in using your Jio mobile number. Once you’re signed in, search for ‘Sony Six’ from the search bar to catch up on the match live stream.

Unfortunately, Jio TV isn’t available on desktop or website so in that case, you can download the Jio TV app on your laptop or PC through an Android emulator. Also, there is no restriction on the number of devices you can use with the same Jio number on the Jio TV app. 

Get Sony LIV subscription for free with Jio Fiber

You can get a Sony LIV premium subscription with a Jio Fiber broadband connection by opting for Rs 999 and above plans. This particular plan comprises 150 Mbps of internet speeds with a validity of 30 days and also comes with access to 14 other OTT subscriptions such as Amazon Prime and Disney+ Hotstar. But here’s the catch, all of these including Sony LIV can be accessed via the set-top box only which Jio provides.

Simply log in to Sony LIV premium with your registered number and enjoy the Pakistan vs Australia series.

Get Sony LIV subscription for free with TimesPrime membership

TimesPrime is a membership-only program that includes a Sony LIV premium subscription worth Rs 699. Priced at Rs 999, it offers several benefits from time to time such as discount vouchers on food, travel and entertainment-based apps and services. Simply sign up for the TimesPrime membership on its website or app to get a Sony LIV subscription coupon code which is to be redeemed on the Sony LIV app. 

Get Sony LIV subscription for free with Flipkart SuperCoins

You can put your Flipkart SuperCoins to good use by redeeming them with a subscription to Sony LIV. Head over to the Flipkart app’s ‘SuperCoin’ section and by scrolling down the page you’ll find 1 month and 6 months of Sony LIV subscription options costing 299 and 699 SuperCoins respectively. Upon purchasing the subscriptions using SuperCoins, you’ll receive a code to be used in the Sony LIV app.

Enter the received code on the Sony LIV app and enjoy all the Pakistan vs Australia matches.

Get Sony LIV subscription for free with Paytm First

Just like TimesPrime, Paytm First is a membership program that offers a slew of services and benefits to its users. The membership will cost you Rs 899 and comes with a 6 months Sony LIV subscription worth Rs 699. Once you get enrolled into the Paytm First membership, you’ll get a redeemable Sony LIV premium code. Simply enter the code in the Sony LIV app and you’re good to go.

Get Sony LIV Subscription for free with Google Pay & Paytm codes

If you happen to receive a Sony LIV subscription coupon code by making payments through Google Pay or Paytm, that can be availed in the Sony LIV app as well. Getting such entertainment-based coupons depends purely on luck though.

How to watch Pakistan vs Australia series live on TV

Indian cricket fans can enjoy Pakistan vs Australia series on live television. The following sports channels will broadcast all the matches.

You’ll have to manually subscribe to these channels on your DTH if haven’t already or buy a monthly channel combo pack that includes the aforementioned Sony channels.

Pakistan vs Australia schedule

The schedule for Pakistan vs Australia series is as follows

First Pakistan vs Australia Test match

• Date: March 4 – March 8
• Time: 10:30 AM (IST)
• Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi

Second Pakistan vs Australia Test match

• Date: March 12 – March 16
• Time: 10:30 AM (IST)
• Venue: National Stadium, Karachi

Third Pakistan vs Australia Test match

• Date: March 21 – March 25
• Time: 10:30 AM (IST)
• Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

First Pakistan vs Australia ODI match

• Date: March 29
• Time: 10:30 AM (IST)
• Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi

Second Pakistan vs Australia ODI match

• Date: March 31
• Time: 10:30 AM (IST)
• Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi

Third Pakistan vs Australia ODI match

• Date: April 2
• Time: 10:30 AM (IST)
• Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi

Pakistan vs Australia T20I match

• Date: April 5
• Time: 3:30 PM (IST)
• Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi