PTV to broadcast Baseball United's Karachi Monarchs and Mumbai Cobras matches

Pakistanis can watch Karachi Monarchs' games live on PTV Sports as Baseball United, the first professional baseball league focused on the Middle East and South Asia, announced that they will be partnering with the national broadcaster.

The highlight will be Pakistan's first professional baseball outfit taking on Mumbai Cobras, and the season opener Subcontinent Series will enable viewers to witness the historic matchup on November 14th, 15th, and 16th. 

This is the first time Pakistani viewers will watch baseball on this scale through live broadcast.

The collaboration will include coverage of all 21 of Baseball United’s Season One games this November and December, including several primetime games featuring the Karachi Monarchs, Pakistan’s first professional baseball franchise, according to the details revealed in the Baseball United press release.

Broadcasts will feature English commentary and graphics, catering to Pakistan’s massive youth population - nearly 60% of the country’s population is under 25.

Baseball United’s inaugural season will feature the league’s four founding franchises — the Arabia Wolves, Mid East Falcons, Mumbai Cobras, and Pakistan’s team, the Karachi Monarchs. The Monarchs roster includes four Pakistani players - Musharaf Khan, Faisal Hayat, Amar Mahmood, and Pierce Khan.

Subcontinent Series 

The league’s season opens with a historic matchup between Karachi and Mumbai in the three-game “Subcontinent Series”. 

The event will mark the first-ever meeting between professional baseball teams from Pakistan and India, symbolizing a new chapter of sportsmanship, growth, and unity through sport. 

In addition to the four Pakistani players, the Monarchs’ roster features players from 10 additional countries, including the United States, The Netherlands, and South Korea.

The partnership with PTV builds upon Baseball United’s history of strong viewership in Pakistan, after the league drew three million viewers per game during last February’s friendly series between its two UAE franchises. 

That number came without a Pakistani franchise on the field, with no Pakistani players, and no India-Pakistan rivalry game. 

This season’s Opening Weekend series of Karachi versus Mumbai is set to significantly top those figures.

“We are very grateful to announce this partnership with Pakistan Television Corporation,” said Kash Shaikh, Chairman, CEO, and Co-Founder, Baseball United. 

“This move continues to reinforce our growth across the Subcontinent. PTV Sports has been the home of sports in Pakistan for decades, connecting generations of fans through cricket, football, and now, baseball. Millions of Pakistanis will now have the chance to experience a brand-new sport that builds upon their passion for Bat and Ball, led by their own professional franchise, the Karachi Monarchs. 

"We’re honored to join forces with such a trusted and iconic broadcaster to grow the game and inspire the next generation of Pakistani athletes.”

PTV Sports will support the launch with on-air promotions, cross-channel marketing, and collaborative social media campaigns with Baseball United’s marketing team.

Pakistan represents one of Baseball United’s most promising markets. 

The country’s deep sports culture, love for competition, and enthusiasm for international events make it a cornerstone of the league’s long-term strategy, marking a pivotal moment in bringing professional baseball to fans in the world’s fifth-most populous nation.

“PTV Sports is delighted to partner with Baseball United League to introduce this exciting global sport to Pakistani audiences,” said Aaliya Rasheed, Executive Director, PTV Sports. “This collaboration reflects our commitment to diversifying sports content and giving fans access to world-class international action.”

Baseball United’s first full season will feature 21 games in 30 days, all played at Baseball United Ballpark in Dubai. All games will be broadcast LIVE with world-class players, music, entertainment, and family-friendly experiences. The season will culminate with the United Series Championship, set for December 12th, 13th, and 14th.

Supported by 20 Major League Baseball legends, including Mariano Rivera, Barry Larkin, Adrián Beltré, and Albert Pujols, Baseball United is building the first professional baseball ecosystem in the Middle East and South Asia. Each franchise represents the first professional baseball team in its respective city, and the league has constructed significant grassroots infrastructure in Pakistan and surrounding countries to help develop top talent.