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MNN Global · December 19, 2025 · 1 min read

TNT Sports replaces BBC as Commonwealth Games broadcaster

What happened: TNT Sports will take over live broadcasting of the Commonwealth Games, ending the BBC's role as the main free-to-air partner since 1954.

Why it matters:

  • Viewers will now need a subscription to watch live coverage of the Games.
  • This marks a significant shift in how the Commonwealth Games are broadcast in the UK.

MNN Take: The change reflects evolving broadcast rights and the increasing role of subscription channels in sports coverage.

Sources: BBC Entertainment & Arts