Z's Unite8 Sports channels now available across over 500 cable & distribution platforms

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (‘Z’) -- the country's leading content and technology powerhouse -- on Tuesday rolled out four sports channels, with the requisite approvals from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in place. Z's Unite8 Sports channels are all set to offer a robust value proposition to sports fans across the country with the exclusive broadcast of the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, commencing on June 11.

The four channels are:

• Unite8 Sports 1
• Unite8 Sports 1 HD
• Unite8 Sports 2
• Unite8 Sports 2 HD

Starting June 2, the four sports channels are available across more than 500 leading cable and distribution platforms including Dish TV, Tata Play, Airtel, Sun Direct, Siti Networks, Indian
Cable Net Company Ltd, Hinduja Global, Fastway, Andhra Pradesh State FiberNet Ltd, Kerala Communicators Cable Ltd., Thamizhaga Cable TV Communications, VK Digital,
UCN Cable Network, Take One, Sri Sai Cable, Kal Cable, Digiana, Bhimavaram and Axom.

The media giant's channels are aimed at presenting the best of sporting action across football, cricket, kabaddi, badminton, wrestling, boxing and combat sports, among others.

Unite8 Sports aims to bring diverse sporting experiences under one unified platform for audiences across India, the leading media powerhouse said in a statement.

“With Unite8 Sports, we have built a curated, multi-sport o ering that reflects the evolving preferences of Indian audiences, and creates a scalable platform that can match the increasing demand for high-quality, accessible live sports action across the country. Our focus is on ensuring seamless access for viewers, supported by strong partnerships across the distribution
ecosystem," said Bavesh Janavlekar, Chief Business Officer-Unite8 Sports, Zee Entertainment Enterprises.

"We are geared up to present the upcoming FIFA events across our channels, and we remain well-positioned to deliver a compelling viewing experience to fans across the Nation," he said.