Unite8 Sports channels go LIVE

Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, Unite8 Sports 2 HD are available across 500+ leading cable and distribution platforms

by e4m Staff
Published: Jun 2, 2026 6:58 PM | 2 min read

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. has launched its sports channel portfolio under the brand Unite8 Sports, following approval from the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.
The four channels—Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD—are now available on over 500 cable and distribution platforms across India.
Unite8 Sports aims to provide a diverse range of sporting content, including football, cricket, kabaddi, and more, catering to the evolving preferences of Indian audiences.
The channels will feature exclusive broadcasts of major events, including the FIFA World Cup 2026, set to begin on June 11, 2026, enhancing the viewing experience for sports fans in the country.

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (‘Z’), has taken its linear portfolio of sports channels under the brand name Unite8 Sports channels LIVE, after securing the requisite approvals from the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.

Starting today, the four sports channels namely, Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, Unite8 Sports 2 HD are available across 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, V K Digital, UCN Cable Network, Take One, Sri Sai Cable, Kal Cable, Digiana, Bhimavaram and Axom among others, presenting the best of sporting action across football, cricket, kabaddi, badminton, wrestling, boxing, combat sports and much more.

Unite8 Sports aims to bring diverse sporting experiences under one unified platform for audiences across India.

Speaking on the new sports channels, Bavesh Janavlekar, Chief Business O icer – Unite8 Sports, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. said, “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. 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.”

Centered around uniting people and creating moments of togetherness through sports, Unite8 Sports is the ultimate destination that promises to bring fans closer to the action and play a meaningful role in shaping the future of sports in India. The channels are all set to o er a robust value proposition to sports fans across the country with the exclusive broadcast of the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, commencing on 11th June 2026.