Sony Sports Network announced the exclusive broadcast of the Australian Open 2025 scheduled from January 12 to January 26, 2025. Sony Sports Network will deliver comprehensive live coverage with EXTRAAA SERVE, featuring Sania Mirza, Somdev Devvarman and Purav Raja.
The broadcaster will also televise Australian Open 2025 matches in English, Hindi, Tamil & Telugu. Ahead of the highly anticipated tournament, the Sony Sports Network has onboarded advertisers such as AMUL, Rolex, Kia Motors, Apple and more.
Sony Sports Network will broadcast the Australian Open 2025 on Sony Sports Ten 5 SD & HD, Sony Sports Ten 2 SD & HD, Sony Sports Ten 3 SD & HD (Hindi), Sony Sports Ten 4 SD & HD (English) as well as live-stream it on Sony LIV, 5:30 AM onwards.
In line with the successful implementation from the previous year, the Australian Open 2025 will commence on a Sunday, January 12, providing tennis enthusiasts with an additional day of competition. This strategic adjustment is designed to alleviate the strain associated with late-night match finishes for both players and fans, while simultaneously enhancing the overall viewing experience by offering an extra day of live tennis action.
Rajesh Kaul, Chief Revenue Officer – Distribution and International Business and Head – Sports Business, Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN), said, “The Australian Open has established itself as the preferred Grand Slam among Indian tennis fans, differentiated by its entertainment quotient and the presence of topseeded players. It is the most watched Grand Slam on linear television over the last three years. We are committed to continuing this momentum and delivering premier tennis action to our Indian audiences. The response from advertisers has been exceptionally positive, with prestigious brands such as Rolex, Kia Motors, Apple and more joining us for this remarkable tournament.”
Sania Mirza, Two-time Australian Open winner & Brand Ambassador for Tennis on Sony Sports Network, said, “I have some of my fondest memories at Australian Open and I look forward to be back in the expert’s chair for Sony Sports Network’s EXTRAAA SERVE. I am also excited to watch the 2025 season, as Rohan Bopanna and Sumit Nagal will represent India. The competition is about to get more interesting as this season will bring lots of opportunities, whether it’s for Jannik Sinner, who looks to defend his title or its Novak Djokovic, who is looking to restore his past glory. Adding to the Melbourne heat will be the contest between Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek.”
Somdev Devvarman, Olympian & Former No 1 India Tennis Player. Asian Games & Commonwealth Games Gold Medalist and panelist, EXTRAAA SERVE, said, “Over the years, Sony Sports Network has become the home for Australian Open and it gives me immense pleasure to return to the commentary box and the studio chair for yet another exciting season. The 2025 edition of the tournament will set the tone for the upcoming Australian Open tournaments and other Grand Slams especially when it comes to the next legend in tennis.”
