“Jio test cricket” appears to be a query about how the telecom provider Jio relates to watching Test cricket matches in India. Jio provides access to live cricket through its JioHotstar and JioTV platforms, which stream matches telecasted on the Star Sports and Sony Ten networks.
How to Watch Test Cricket with Jio
- JioHotstar (now a JioStar entity): This is the primary streaming platform for major cricket events in India, including many Test matches. You can get access to JioHotstar’s sports content, including live cricket and highlights, through certain Jio telecom recharge plans (typically ₹299 and above as of early 2025).
- JioTV:Â This app provides access to live TV channels, including sports channels like Sony Ten 1 and Star Sports Khel, which often broadcast Test cricket matches. Access is typically included for Jio Prime subscribers.
- Data Packs: Jio offers dedicated cricket data packs, such as the ₹49 pack (unlimited data for a day with 25GB high-speed) to ensure you have enough data to stream matches without interruption.Â
Key Points
- Streaming Rights:Â Star India (now part of the JioStar joint venture) holds the broadcast and digital rights for most domestic and international matches organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
- Accessibility: Jio has a partnership with Star India to make these matches available to Jio users on the JioTV and JioHotstar platforms.
- Content:Â This includes all formats of matches: T20, One Day Internationals, international Test matches, and premier domestic competitions.