- England vs South Africa 1st T20 starts at 6.30pm BST / 1.30pm ET Wednesday, September 11
- Free Stream: ICC TV
- Abroad? Unblock your stream with NordVPN (Save 70%)
This three-match T20 series follows on from an entertainingly bizarre three-match ODI series between these sides which ended with South Africa lifting the trophy for a 2-1 series win after a match in which they lost by a record runs margin, 342, for a one-day international.
Both sides therefore will be smarting and have something to prove. This series also forms part of both teams’ build up to the T20 World Cup starting in five months’ time.
It will be last chances to see England players Harry Brook, Jofra Archer and Brydon Carse this English season as they are being rested after this series. A late decision to rest Ben Duckett has brought the first call up under coach Brendon McCullum for 27-year-old all rounder Sam Curran, Player of the Tournament at the 2022 Men's T20 World Cup.
South Africa welcome back middle order hitter David Miller after he has missed South Africa’s most recent T20 series to play for the Northern Superchargers in The Hundred.
Here's where to watch England vs South Africa 1st T20 live streams online from anywhere, including free options.
Can I stream England vs South Africa 1st T20 for free?
ICC TV are showing for free England vs South Africa in a host of countries across the world — check the full list here to see if you can watch for free.
Outside any of these countries right now? No worries — you can still stream the action by using a VPN — more on that below.
Use a VPN to watch any England vs South Africa 1st T20
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How to watch England vs South Africa 1st T20 live streams in the US
Cricket streaming service Willow TV is the place to watch the England vs South Africa 1st T20 in the US.
If you don't have it as part of your cable package, you can watch Willow coverage through your choice of Sling TV's Desi Binge Plus or Dakshin Flex plans – starting from $10 per month.
Outside the US right now? You can make use of NordVPN to catch the action.
How to watch England vs South Africa 1st T20 live streams in the UK
The England vs South Africa 1st T20 is exclusive to Sky Sports in the UK. Sky TV subscribers can tune in on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Cricket.
Sky Sports packages start from £22 per month. Or you can use a more flexible streaming option, Now (formerly Now TV). Now Sports memberships start at £14.99 for a day pass, or £34.99 monthly.
If you're on holiday outside the UK, you can use NordVPN to access Sky Sports' coverage.
How to watch England vs South Africa 1st T20 live streams in India
The live telecast of the England vs South Africa series will be available on Sony’s sports TV channels in multiple languages
You'll need Sony Sports or the JioHotstar app to watch on mobile devices. Prices start at Rs. 299 ($3.49) for Hotstar.
A cheaper option to watch this game for those in India is Fancode, a streaming platform where a monthly subscription costs just Rs.149 – that's about $1.75 or under £1.25.
Visiting the US from India? Use NordVPN to access your usual streaming service while away.
How to watch England vs South Africa 1st T20 live streams in Australia
The England vs South Africa 1st T20 is on Foxtel in Australia.
However, your most cost-efficient option is specialist sports streamer Kayo Sports, with plans starting from $30 a month after you've taken advantage of its first month for $1 offer or 7-day free trial.
Visiting Oz from a country where ICC TV is available? Use a VPN to watch your free cricket stream when abroad.
Official England vs South Africa 1st T20 broadcasters by region
- Canada
Just like in the US, cricket fans in Canada can watch the England vs South Africa 1st T20 on Willow TV.
- Ireland
Cricket fans in Ireland can watch the England vs South Africa T20 series on Sky Sports.
- Sub-Saharan Africa
SuperSport has the rights to show the England vs South Africa 1st T20 in most parts of the African continent.
England vs South Africa T20 series 2025 Q+A
What time does the England vs South Africa 1st T20 start?
Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
Time: Play is due to start at 6.30pm BST/ 1.30pm ET.
What is the England vs South Africa 2025 T20 series schedule?
- Wednesday September 10 – 1st T20, Cardiff
- Friday September 12 – 2nd T20, Manchester
- Sunday September 14 – 3rd T20, Nottingham
England vs South Africa 1st T20 teams
England squad: Harry Brook (captain), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Brydon Carse, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Luke Wood.
South Africa squad: Aiden Markram (captain), Ryan Rickelton, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, David Miller, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Senuran Muthusamy, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Kwena Maphaka, Lizaad Williams, Lungi Ngidi.
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