Sky New Zealand confirmed as exclusive media partner for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

Commonwealth Sport today announced that Sky New Zealand will be the exclusive New Zealand and Pacific Island broadcast media partner for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, which will take place in Glasgow, Scotland, from 23 July to 2 August next year.

The partnership with Sky includes coverage of the 2026 Commonwealth Games for TV, streaming services, radio and social media and ensures that New Zealanders and Pacific Islanders will be able to enjoy extensive live and free-to-air coverage.

Glasgow 2026 will be the 23rd edition of the Commonwealth Games and will feature an exhilarating 10-sport programme, across four of Glasgow’s iconic venues, with 3,000 athletes set to compete from across 74 Commonwealth nations and territories. Glasgow 2026 will once again be a fully integrated event, featuring six Para sports and a record 47 Para sport medal events, making it the largest integrated Para sport programme in Commonwealth Games history.

The 2026 Games will include Athletics and Para Athletics (track and field), Swimming and Para Swimming, Artistic Gymnastics, Track Cycling and Para Track Cycling, Netball, Weightlifting and Para Powerlifting, Boxing, Judo, Bowls and Para Bowls, and 3×3 Basketball and 3×3 Wheelchair Basketball.

Athletes will compete for more than 200 gold medals across the 10 days of sporting competition which will showcase the biggest Track Cycling and swim programmes ever seen at a Commonwealth Games. On the Athletics track, the infamous Commonwealth Mile will return, which is anticipated to be one of the must-see moments of the Games.

Commonwealth Sport CEO, Katie Sadleir, said: “Sky New Zealand has been a long-term partner of Commonweath Sport, and we’re excited to continue our partnership for Glasgow. Kiwis love the Commonwealth Games and we know that we’re in good hands with Sky, who will bring comprehensive coverage of the Games to New Zealand homes and communities.

“Glasgow will be the first event delivered under our reimagined Games model, providing a bridge to the Games of tomorrow – an important first step in our journey to reimagine and redefine the Games as a truly collaborative, flexible and sustainable model for the future; one that minimises costs, reduces the environmental footprint, and enhances social impact.”

Sky Head of Content Partnerships, Adam Crothers, said: “We’re incredibly proud that Sky will be the exclusive broadcast partner for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The Games hold a special place in the hearts of New Zealanders and Pacific Islanders: they are a celebration of sporting excellence, shared values, and the spirit of the Commonwealth, and they offer a unique opportunity to cheer on our athletes as they take on the world.

“Sky’s significant experience of delivering the world’s largest sporting events means we’re perfectly placed to deliver an outstanding Games experience to every New Zealander, whether through our Sky and Sky Sport Now platforms or free-to-air on Sky Open. We’re also looking forward to partnering with local partners to deliver the Games around the Pacific Islands – and radio coverage here in New Zealand. We’re committed to making the Games accessible, engaging, and unmissable for fans across the region.

“This partnership also reflects our strong and enduring relationships with both Commonwealth Sport and the New Zealand Team. We’re excited to work closely with them to showcase the stories, achievements, and passion of our athletes as they represent Aotearoa and the Pacific Islands on the global stage.”

Chief Executive of Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, Phil Batty OBE, said: “As we approach one year to go, it is fantastic to welcome Sky New Zealand as the official New Zealand and Pacific Islands media partner for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Their enduring support and commitment gives us a powerful platform to showcase not only world-class sport, but also the spirit, energy and ambition of Scotland. Today’s announcement builds further confidence that the Commonwealth movement is firmly behind Glasgow as we get ready to stage an altogether brilliant Games next year.”

New Zealand Team CEO, Nicki Nicol, welcomed the announcement: “Sky is a committed partner of the New Zealand Team, and we’re thrilled New Zealanders will have access to world-class coverage of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow 2026. Thanks to this broadcast partnership, fans will be able to follow all the action and see the dedication, talent and mana of our athletes on full display.”

Glasgow 2026 will create a unique, exciting and immersive atmosphere. Sky will have a team on the ground, ensuring that New Zealanders and Pacific Islanders can enjoy all the great performances of New Zealand Team and Pacific Island athletes.

About Sky Television

Sky is New Zealand’s leading entertainment company and home to the best and broadest choice in live sport, movies, shows, documentaries and news. Sky offers a suite of viewing choices to suit every New Zealander, whether it’s through the Sky Box and companion app Sky Go for premium direct-to-home customers, its streaming services Sky Sport Now for sport and Neon for movies and entertainment, or free-to-air on Sky Open.

About Commonwealth Sport

Commonwealth Sport is the organisation with responsibility for the direction and control of the Commonwealth Games and Commonwealth Youth Games, and for delivering the vision of the Commonwealth Sport Movement: ‘Our Commonwealth, united through sport’. Our mission is to deliver inspirational and impactful Games; to excite and empower athletes and young people; and to drive equality in sport and society across the Commonwealth.

Established in 1930, the Commonwealth Sport Movement brings together 74 independent nations and territories creating a diverse Commonwealth community of over 2.5 billion individuals, representing one-third of the world’s population. Together we stand as a beacon of unity, diversity, and equality, completely integrating Para athletes, driving gender equality and advocating for legacy and social change through sport.

About Glasgow 2026Glasgow 2026 promises an altogether brilliant Commonwealth Games, paving the way for a new era of Commonwealth Sport.
Taking place from 23 July to 2 August, Glasgow 2026 is an 11-day celebration that combines world-class sport with a future-focused vision, built and delivered by the vibrant spirit of Glasgow.Set within a concentrated, eight-mile corridor that brings the Games closer to the fans than ever before, Glasgow 2026 will deliver:A record-breaking Para sport programme – 47 events across six sportsThe biggest Track Cycling, Swimming and 3×3 Basketball competitions seen at a Commonwealth GamesGroundbreaking events like the return of the Commonwealth Mile in Athletics

10 exhilarating sports across four of the city’s iconic venues; from Scotstoun Stadium to the Scottish Event Campus (SEC), the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome and Arena, to Tollcross International Swimming Centre.Glasgow 2026 will see 3,000 volunteers, alongside thousands of fans, and communities from across the city join together to welcome 3,000 athletes from 74 nations and territories to the city.
Based in the city centre, the OC will directly employ around 160 people and is privately funded, securing its income through Commonwealth Sport, corporate sponsorship, broadcast rights, global partnerships and ticket sales, which will see almost £150 million direct external investment into the city of Glasgow, with no cost to the public purse to deliver the sporting competition.

Source: Commonwealth Sport