Sky will make the ICC Cricket World Cup final available on free-to-air television should England make it to the showpiece event at Lord's on 14 July.

England beat New Zealand to secure a place in the semi-finals, and are now looking to reach a first World Cup final since 1992.

It would be the first time since 1979 that England have reached the final on home soil, and Sky will ensure as wide an audience as possible is able to watch the game should England get through.

Sky UK and Ireland Chief Executive Stephen van Rooyen said: "We are proud to be the broadcaster for a home Cricket World Cup - one of the world's biggest and most exciting sporting events.

"Our aim has always been to celebrate what could be a 'once in a generation' moment of a home team in a big final on home soil.


"So, if England reach the final, we will make the match available to everyone so the whole country can be part of a rare and special big sporting moment."

England's semi-final opponents and venue will be confirmed at the end of the group stage, with both semi finals live on the dedicated channel "Sky Sports Cricket World Cup" next week.

Should England not make the final, the match will be available across Sky Sports channels.

Viewers without a Sky subscription can watch all this and more from just £8.99 for a day pass with NOW TV.

Highlights of the final will be available on Channel 4, while fans can also enjoy the match in licensed Sky venues and at ICC fanzones.