Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test: Where to Watch Live in Pakistan & TV Setup Guide

Pakistan cricket fans have had a dramatic week. On 14 November, Pakistan U19 lost the ACC U19 Asia Cup final to India by one wicket after posting 337/9, with India's lower order chasing down 87 off the last 51 balls (ESPNcricinfo). A day earlier, the first Test against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi ended in a draw, with debutant Saqib Khan taking seven wickets and Saud Shakeel scoring 93 and 97 (ICC).

The second and final Test starts on Tuesday 17 November. This guide covers where to watch it legally in Pakistan, how to get those apps onto your TV, and the low-cost devices that turn an ordinary LED into a cricket screen.

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test: date, venue and time

Detail	Information
Dates	17–21 November 2026
Venue	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium (moved from Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore)
Start time	9:30am PKT each day
Series	ICC World Test Championship, 2 matches, 0-0 after the first Test draw

The PCB moved the Test from Lahore to Rawalpindi "due to prevailing weather conditions" as Lahore's smog worsened (Dawn, 11 November 2026). The dates did not change. If you are stuck at home in Lahore because of smog, our smog work-from-home guide covers the rest of your setup.

Where to watch live in Pakistan (official channels)

For this Test series, the PCB says PTV Sports will broadcast the matches in Pakistan, with live streams on Tapmad and Tamasha (PCB press release, 7 November 2026). Wisden and other outlets also list the PCB's own PCB Live app.

Option	How you watch	On a TV
PTV Sports	Cable, satellite or IPTV package that carries PTV Sports	Directly on the TV
Tamasha (Jazz)	App or tamashaweb.com, sign in with mobile number	Cast from the app, or Tamasha on Android TV
Tapmad	App or website, subscription packs	Install the TV version from your box's app store if it is listed, or cast/mirror from your phone
PCB Live	PCB's official app	Mirror or cast from a phone, or use a laptop with HDMI

Broadcast partners change series by series, so check the PCB's announcement before each tour. Prices and free offers on Tamasha and Tapmad also change, so confirm in the app.

Avoid fake "free live cricket" apps and links

• Install apps only from Google Play or the App Store, and check the developer name.
• Do not install "live cricket APK" files from websites or WhatsApp. Modified apps can carry malware and steal banking or SIM details.
• Pirated IPTV streams often stop during big matches, and they are not legal.
• Never share an SMS one-time code with anyone who calls about a "free cricket package".

Four ways to watch cricket on your TV

1. Android TV box (best for most homes)

An Android box plugs into the TV's HDMI port and runs streaming apps on the big screen. Before buying, check whether the box has Google Play. Many budget boxes run standard Android, not Google-certified Android TV, so some apps install as their phone versions and a few TV-only apps may not appear.

• Speed-X W30 Plus: Android 14, 4GB RAM, 64GB storage, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0, with an air mouse remote with voice control. Rs 8,000.
• H96 Max: Android 13, 4GB RAM, 64GB, dual-band Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0, TF card slot. Rs 9,900.
• Speed-X Flare A10: Android 10, 2GB/16GB, 4K HDR10 output. Its Wi-Fi is 2.4GHz only, so place it near the router or use the LAN port. Rs 5,400.
• XS97 S3 TV stick: plugs straight into HDMI, Android 10, dual-band Wi-Fi, 2GB/8GB. Rs 5,200.

For 4GB-RAM boxes, five days of Test cricket plus YouTube highlights run more smoothly than on 2GB models, which are fine for one streaming app at a time.

2. Wireless display dongle (cast or mirror your phone)

If you already watch on your phone, a display dongle sends the picture to the TV. The Mirascreen G9 Plus (2.4GHz/5GHz, up to 4K on 5GHz) mirrors your screen for Rs 4,305. Screen mirroring ties up your phone for the whole session, and some streaming apps block mirroring, so a TV box is better for full-day Tests.

3. Laptop + HDMI cable

Open tamashaweb.com, the Tapmad website or PCB Live in a browser and connect the laptop to the TV. A UGREEN HDMI 2.0 cable (4K@60Hz, 2m) costs Rs 2,000. For laptops with only USB-C, the UGREEN USB-C to HDMI cable works if the port supports DisplayPort Alt Mode (Rs 5,500).

4. Projector for a big-screen gathering

For a hostel, office or family gathering, the P30 mini projector (1080p, 150 ANSI lumens, Android 11, dual-band Wi-Fi) runs apps itself (Rs 18,375). Pair it with a 72-inch tripod screen (Rs 11,340). At 150 ANSI lumens it works best in a dark room, so it suits evening sessions and highlights more than bright morning play.

Old TV without HDMI?

Many homes still have older TVs with only red/white/yellow (RCA) inputs. An HDMI to AV adapter (Rs 1,475) converts the box's HDMI output to composite. The picture will be standard definition, but it works.

Improve sound and control

• Soundbar: thin LED TVs have weak speakers. The Xtrike Me SK-503 2-in-1 soundbar (6W, RGB) is a budget upgrade at Rs 3,650.
• Air mouse remote: the W1s air mouse (2.4G, 6-axis gyroscope, IR learning) makes typing logins and moving around phone-style apps far easier on a TV box. Rs 2,900.

Internet: avoid buffering at the wicket

• Use 5GHz Wi-Fi or a LAN cable for the TV box if you can.
• A dual-band router such as the D-Link DIR-816 AC750 (Rs 5,500) or TP-Link Archer C6 AC1200 (Rs 9,800) helps when several phones share the connection.
• If the TV is far from the router, a Xiaomi Mi Wi-Fi Repeater Pro (Rs 3,885) extends the signal.
• No fixed line? A SIM router such as the Huawei B535 4G router (Rs 12,000) shares mobile data with the TV and phones. Check your data bundle first, as live video uses a lot of data; lower the stream quality in the player to save data.
• During load-shedding, keep the router on a UPS so the stream doesn't drop.

Budget cricket setups

Setup	Items	Approx. cost
Old TV upgrade	Speed-X Flare A10 + HDMI to AV adapter	Rs 6,875
Smart LED upgrade	Speed-X W30 Plus + UGREEN HDMI cable	Rs 10,000
Full lounge setup	H96 Max + soundbar + air mouse + Archer C6 router	Rs 26,250
Big-screen gathering	P30 projector + 72-inch tripod screen	Rs 29,715

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FAQ

Which channel shows Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Test live in Pakistan?

PTV Sports on TV. Tapmad and Tamasha stream it, according to the PCB, and the PCB Live app is also listed.

What time does the 2nd Test start?

9:30am PKT on each day from 17 to 21 November 2026.

Where is the 2nd Test being played?

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. It was moved from Lahore because of smog.

Can I watch Tamasha on my TV?

Yes. Tamasha supports Chromecast from its player and is available on Android TV. You can also run it on a laptop browser connected by HDMI.

Does a cheap Android box have Google Play?

Many do, but not all are Google-certified Android TV devices. Ask before buying if you need a specific app.

Broadcast and streaming details come from the PCB (7 November 2026), Wisden, Dawn, ICC and ESPNcricinfo. Partners and prices can change; confirm on the PCB's official channels before match day.