Mumbai: Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane is set to make his Test commentary debut on Sony Sports Network during India’s upcoming tour of Sri Lanka, scheduled from August 15 to 27, 2026. The two-match Test series will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network and streamed on Sony LIV.
Rahane recently concluded an illustrious cricketing career spanning nearly 18 years since his first-class debut. He will now bring his experience from the red-ball format to the commentary box, offering insights into match situations, strategies and key moments during the series.
The former India batter represented the country in 85 Tests, scoring 5,077 runs, including 12 centuries and 26 half-centuries. His experience of playing Test cricket at the highest level is expected to add another dimension to Sony Sports Network’s coverage of the India-Sri Lanka series.
Rajesh Kaul, Chief Revenue Officer and Business Head, Sports and International, Sony Pictures Networks India, said, “Ajinkya Rahane has always stood out for his composure, resilience and astute reading of the game. As he makes his Test commentary debut on Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV, viewers will get to hear his perspective on the format he knows so well. We are delighted to have him as part of our commentary panel for India’s tour of Sri Lanka and look forward to the experience and insight he will bring to our coverage.”
Ajinkya Rahane, Former Team India Captain, said, “I’m excited to make my Test commentary debut for India’s tour of Sri Lanka on the Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV. Test cricket is the pinnacle of our sport, and having represented India in the format for so many years, it is a privilege to now look at the game from a different perspective. I’m looking forward to sharing experiences, breaking down the nuances of the game and offering fans insights into the decisions, strategies and moments that can shape a Test match. I hope to make the broadcast experience more enriching for fans and give them a deeper understanding of what happens on the field.”
The India-Sri Lanka two-Test series will be available exclusively on Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV, beginning August 15, 2026.
