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Live on TNT Sports this month: what to watch on TNT Sports in July and August 2026

From the final stages of the Tour de France and the return of domestic football to blockbuster boxing, MotoGP, UFC, cricket and Major League Baseball, here’s your guide to the biggest live sports across July and August on TNT Sports

By Virgin Media Edit

Published
15 July 2026

Summer sport doesn't slow down on TNT Sports. July and August bring a packed schedule of live action, from the thrilling conclusion of the Tour de France and the return of domestic football to MotoGP, UFC, blockbuster boxing, cricket and Major League Baseball. Whether you're counting down to the new football season or following world-class motorsport and combat sports, there's plenty to keep sports fans entertained over the weeks ahead.

If you’re looking for some thrilling live sport this month, you’ll find it on TNT Sports and our Sports TV Package deals. And there’s a new way to watch TNT Sports via HBO Max. Remember, you can follow all the live action on TNT Sports wherever you are in the UK, if there’s WiFi, 4G or 5G, thanks to Virgin TV Go. Simply download the free app, which is free to all Virgin TV customers and is compatible with Android, iOS, Windows 10 and PC/Mac. Download the Virgin TV Go app.

Scroll down to discover all the biggest sporting fixtures on TNT Sports this July and August or click the text below to jump straight to the sport you want. And bookmark this page for monthly updates.

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Football

The new football season gets underway in style on TNT Sports with two major curtain-raisers. First, European champions Paris Saint-Germain take on Aston Villa in the UEFA Super Cup, before Arsenal and Manchester City meet at Wembley in the FA Community Shield. It's the perfect way to kick off another season packed with big matches and silverware on the line.

UEFA Super Cup: Paris Saint-Germain v Aston Villa
Wed 12 Aug, 8pm, TNT Sports 1

FA Community Shield: Arsenal v Manchester City
Sun 16 Aug, 3pm, TNT Sports 1

Tennis

Wimbledon may be over, but there's still plenty of world-class tennis to enjoy on TNT Sports. The ATP Tour heads across Europe and North America throughout July and August, with tournaments in Bastad, Gstaad, Umag, Washington and Los Cabos, ahead of the season's final Grand Slam. Expect plenty of big-serving showdowns, rising stars and familiar faces as the race to the US Open gathers pace.

ATP Bastad
Mon 13 to Sun 19 July, TNT Sports

ATP Gstaad
Mon 13 to Sun 19 July, TNT Sports

ATP Umag
Mon 13 to Sun 19 July, TNT Sports

ATP Kitzbühel
Mon 20 to Sat 25 July, TNT Sports

ATP Estoril
Mon 20 to Sun 26 July, TNT Sports

ATP Washington Open
Mon 27 July to Sun 2 August, TNT Sports

ATP Los Cabos Open
Mon 27 July to Sat 1 August, TNT Sports

UFC

The action inside the Octagon continues throughout July and August on TNT Sports, with another packed schedule of UFC Fight Nights and blockbuster pay-per-view events. Expect explosive knockouts, high-stakes title clashes and rising stars looking to make their mark as some of the biggest names in mixed martial arts step into the cage. If you like your sport fast, fierce and impossible to predict, UFC delivers every time.

UFC Fight Night: Du Plessis v Usman
Sun 19 July, 1am, TNT Sports

UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev v Rountree Jr
Sat 25 July @ 6pm TNT Sports 1 HD (CH 521)

UFC Fight Night: Medic v Rodriguez
Sat 1 Aug, 6pm, TNT Sports TBC

UFC Fight Night: Gamrot v Salkilld
Sat 8 Aug, 10pm, TNT Sports

UFC 330: Makhachev’v v Machado Garry
Sun 16 Aug, 2am, TNT Sports

Cricket

July is packed with world-class international matchups and unmissable Test cricket, as the game’s biggest teams battle it out ball by ball. Expect big moments, bold performances and plenty of late twists that keep you hooked all day long. Whether you’re in for every session or just catching the key highlights, this is your front-row seat to a summer of top-tier cricket, only on TNT Sports.

West Indies v New Zealand ODI
Thu 16 July, 7:30pm, TNT Sports 1

West Indies v New Zealand ODI
Sun 19 Jul, 7:30pm, TNT Sports 1

West Indies v New Zealand ODI
Tue 21 Jul, 7:30pm, TNT Sports

Major League Baseball (MLB)

Major League Baseball is heating up as the regular season enters a crucial stretch, with every game carrying extra significance in the race for the playoffs. Watch the biggest teams and fiercest rivalries in action, from the Yankees and Red Sox to the Dodgers, Cubs and more. August is when contenders begin to separate themselves from the chasing pack, making every series a must-watch as the battle for a postseason place intensifies.

New York Mets @ Philadelphia Phillies
Fri 17 Jul, 12:10am, TNT Sports 2

Los Angeles Dodgers @ New York Yankees
Sat 18 Jul, 12:05am, TNT Sports 1

Minnesota Twins @ Chicago Cubs
Sat 18 Jul, 7:20pm, TNT Sports 1

Los Angeles Dodges @ New York Yankees
Sun 19 Jul, 1am, TNT Sports 2

New York Mets @ Philadelphia Phillies
Sun 19 Jul, 6:35pm, TNT Sports 2

Los Angeles Dodgers @ New York Yankees
Mon 20 Jul, 12:20am, TNT Sports 2

Los Angeles Dodgers @ Philadelphia Phillies
Tue 21 Jul, 12:10am, TNT Sports 1

Cycling

Cycling turned all the way up – and TNT Sports has every mile covered. July brings the main event as the Tour de France takes centre stage. Three weeks, one epic challenge – expect brutal climbs, breathless sprint finishes and tactical battles that can change in a heartbeat.

And that’s not all. From top-tier road racing to mountain biking action, TNT Sports is your go-to for everything on two wheels this summer.

Tour de France

Sat 4 to Sun 26 July, from 10:20am, TNT Sports 1

Aussie Rules Football

The AFL season is reaching its business end, with every match playing a crucial role in the race for the finals. TNT Sports brings you live coverage of one of the world's fastest and most exciting sports, where spectacular marks, long-range goals and end-to-end action are never far away. Whether you're a lifelong fan or discovering Aussie Rules for the first time, July and August are the perfect time to get involved as the battle for a place in the top eight intensifies.

Geelong Cats v St Kilda
Thurs 16 Jul, 10:30am, TNT Sports 2

Sydney Swans v Adelaide Crows
Fri 17 Jul, 10:40am, TNT Sports 3

Port Adelaide v Fremantle
Sat 18 Jul, 4:15am, TNT Sports 1

North Melbourne v Melbourne
Sat 18 Jul, 7:15am, TNT Sports 1

Collingwood v Carlton
Sat 18 Jul, 10:35am, TNT Sports 3

West Coast Eagles v Brisbane Lions
Sat 18 Jul, 11:10am, TNT Sports 3

Richmond v Hawthorn
Sun 19 Jul, 4:10am, TNT Sports 3

Gold Coast Suns v Western Bulldogs
Sun 19 Jul, 6:15am, TNT Sports 1

Essendon v GWS Giants
Sun 19 Jul, 7:40am, TNT Sports 1 + TNT Sports 3


More TNT Sports highlights this month

Golf

The 2026 LIV Golf League continues with the upcoming event being hosted at JBC Golf Club in the UK.

LIV Golf UK
Thurs 23 to Sun 26 July, TNT Sports

Motorsport

Motorsport action keeps coming thick and fast on TNT Sports this July and August. Follow every twist and turn as MotoGP heads to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix, the FIA World Rally Championship visits Estonia, British Superbikes race at Brands Hatch and the MXGP season continues. Expect high-speed drama, daring overtakes and crucial championship battles all summer long.

WRC Estonia
17–19 July, from 10:30am, TNT Sports 2

British Superbikes Brands Hatch
18–19 Jul, from 1pm, TNT Sports

Motocross MXGP
Sun 19 Jul, from 1pm, TNT Sports 3

MotoGP: British GP
7–9 Aug, from 10am, TNT Sports 2

Pool

If precision under pressure is your thing, TNT Sports has plenty of top-class pool action to enjoy this summer. Some of the world's best players will be battling it out in major tournaments, where nerve, skill and tactical brilliance can make all the difference. With dramatic finishes, stunning shot-making and high-stakes competition throughout July, pool fans can look forward to a summer packed with tension and excitement around the table.

Ultimate Pool Champions League
Mon 20 Jul, 6pm, TNT Sports 1


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