Sky Sports is set to deliver a jam-packed weekend of live action across a range of sports, from football and Formula 1 to cricket, golf and rugby league, all under the banner of the Sky Sports Big Weekend, which runs from May 1 through May 4. This period promises a thrilling mix of high‑stakes matches and tournaments that fans can follow in real time on the network's dedicated channels. Football fans will be treated to several marquee fixtures. The age‑old rivalry between Manchester United and Liverpool will be rekindled in a Premier League showdown that could have significant implications for the title race.
In addition, Manchester City’s women’s side will be featured, offering a chance for the club to edge closer to securing the Women's Super League crown. The Scottish Premiership also takes centre stage, with Hearts, Rangers and Celtic all scheduled to play, making the fight for the Scottish title a focal point of the weekend’s coverage.
Motor racing enthusiasts will not be left out. The Formula 1 calendar resumes with the Miami Grand Prix, a high‑octane event that will be streamed live on Sky Sports. This race marks the return of the sport after a short break and is expected to deliver plenty of drama, overtakes and strategic pit stops that could reshuffle the championship standings.
Tennis action will be highlighted by the finals of the Madrid Open, showcasing the world’s top players battling for the prestigious title. Cricket lovers can tune in to the Indian Premier League (IPL) matches, which feature high‑scoring contests and star performances from international cricketers. Golf fans will have a full slate of events, including the Cadillac Championship on the PGA Tour, as well as tournaments on the DP World Tour, the Ladies European Tour and the LPGA Tour, ensuring that every major tour is represented.
Rugby league supporters can also look forward to a selection of games that will be broadcast throughout the weekend, adding yet another layer of variety to the programming. To get the best viewing experience, Sky Sports recommends using the Chrome browser, which offers a more accessible video player and smoother playback. For those who prefer a flexible, contract‑free option, the NOW streaming service provides instant access to all twelve Sky Sports channels, every Sky Sports+ stream, and a host of additional content. NOW operates as an app that can be installed on over 60 different devices, allowing subscribers to watch on virtually any screen they own.
NOW offers several membership tiers. The NOW Day Membership, priced at £14.99, grants 24‑hour access to the full lineup of sports content immediately after purchase.
This pass cannot be paused but provides a convenient way to sample the service for a single day. For longer commitments, viewers can choose a 6‑Month Saver Membership or a Flexible Month Membership, with current pricing details available on the NOW website.
Standard NOW subscriptions allow streaming on one device at a time. However, users can upgrade to NOW Boost, which adds a second simultaneous stream, upgrades video quality to Full HD, and includes Dolby Digital 5.1 sound for a richer audio experience.
For the ultimate viewing setup, NOW Ultra Boost expands the offering to three concurrent streams, supports up to 4K UHD HDR picture quality, and provides Dolby Atmos sound, delivering cinema‑grade immersion at home. Both Boost options also remove advertisements from on‑demand content, ensuring uninterrupted viewing. To add Boost or Ultra Boost to an existing Sports Membership, customers should navigate to the My Account section of the NOW website, where they can select the desired upgrade and complete the transaction.
Detailed information about device compatibility, membership terms and other FAQs can be found on the NOW support pages. In addition to the main programming, Sky Sports maintains an active presence on WhatsApp, where fans can receive the latest sports news, video highlights, feature stories, analysis and more directly on their mobile devices. The weekend’s schedule includes a comprehensive lineup of matches and events: - 11:00 am: Turkish Airlines Open – DP World Tour golf - 11:00 am: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders – IPL cricket - 12:00 pm: Hibernian vs Celtic – Scottish Premiership - 12:00 pm: Manchester City vs Liverpool, Tottenham vs London City – Women’s Super League - 1:30 pm: Cadillac Championship – PGA Tour golf - 2:00 pm: Bournemouth vs Crystal Palace – Premier League - 3:00 pm: Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings – IPL cricket - 3:30 pm: Manchester United vs Liverpool – Premier League - 3:30 pm: Madrid Open men’s singles final – Tennis - 1:00 pm: Aston Villa vs West Ham – Women’s Super League - 3:00 pm: Chelsea vs Nottingham – Premier League - 3:00 pm: Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants – IPL cricket - 5:30 pm: Hearts vs Rangers – Scottish Premiership - 8:00 pm: Everton vs Manchester City – Premier League Fans can also participate in the Super 6 competition for a chance to win a £250,000 prize pool, with free entry available to all viewers.
Overall, the Sky Sports Big Weekend offers an unrivaled concentration of live sport across multiple disciplines, all accessible through traditional broadcast channels or the flexible NOW streaming platform. Whether you are a die‑hard football supporter, a motor‑sport aficionado, a tennis enthusiast, or a fan of cricket, golf or rugby league, this four‑day event provides ample opportunity to watch the biggest moments as they happen, on the device of your choice, and with the picture and sound quality that suits your preferences.