Colombo, Sri Lanka – 20 May 2026: The IPG Group and SLT-MOBITEL PEOTV have announced a strategic partnership for the upcoming Lanka Premier League (LPL). PEOTV, Sri Lanka’s pioneering Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) service provider, has been appointed as the exclusive media and broadcast partner for the entire tournament.

Through this partnership, cricket fans across Sri Lanka will be able to watch the full tournament live across all PEOTV platforms, including PEOTV, PEO MOBILE, and digital platforms. Matches will be broadcast in true HD quality, ensuring a high-quality viewing experience throughout the series.

Under this collaboration, PEOTV will manage exclusive media and broadcasting rights, working closely with the IPG Group to expand the league’s reach across multiple viewing platforms. PEOTV will also engage terrestrial and digital partners to further extend coverage across Sri Lanka and international markets. The tournament is scheduled to commence on 17 July 2026, with the player auction taking place on 01 June 2026.

SLT-MOBITEL PEOTV has played a pivotal role in transforming how audiences in Sri Lanka access television, entertainment, live sports, news, infotainment, children’s content, educational programmes, and international television. As the country’s largest provider of local and international content in true HD quality, PEOTV is well positioned to deliver the LPL to a wider audience through its advanced, technology-driven broadcast ecosystem.

Commenting on the partnership, Ruchira Weerakoon, Chief Officer of SLT-MOBITEL PEOTV, stated that the company is proud to collaborate with the IPG Group as the exclusive media and broadcast partner for the Lanka Premier League. He emphasized that PEOTV remains committed to delivering high-quality content and an enhanced viewing experience to households across the country, with the aim of reaching a broader audience through its integrated platforms.

Anil Mohan, Founder and Chairman of IPG Global, noted that the Lanka Premier League continues to grow as a competitive cricket and entertainment platform, supported by strong broadcast partnerships. He highlighted that collaboration with SLT-MOBITEL PEOTV will further strengthen the tournament’s reach, quality, and consistency, ensuring an improved viewing experience for cricket fans.

He further stated that the IPG Group remains committed to working with partners who enhance the league’s overall ecosystem, with a focus on building a commercially strong and widely followed tournament through high-quality production, enhanced broadcast access, and increased fan engagement.

Samantha Dodanwela, Director of the Lanka Premier League representing Sri Lanka Cricket, welcomed the partnership, highlighting its importance in expanding access to the tournament. He noted that PEOTV’s IPTV, OTT, and multi-platform capabilities will enable fans across Sri Lanka to experience the LPL with greater convenience and quality, supporting the continued growth of the league as a leading cricket and entertainment property.

The Lanka Premier League brings together leading Sri Lankan cricketers and international talent in a dynamic T20 format, creating a platform that supports cricket development, sports entertainment, and broader economic activity across the country.