BT Sport to become available on Chromecast

BT Sport has confirmed that it will join the list of content partners available on Google Chromecast, including BBC iPlayer, YouTube and Netflix.

Chromecast, which launched in the UK last month, allows users to watch a range of content from a phone, tablet or laptop on the TV screen – from shows to music to games – whilst using the linked device as a remote control.

From April 7 the ‘cast’ button will appear in the BT Sport app on Android and iOS devices.

“We are already delivering BT Sport via our App and we are seeing some impressive viewing figures, which demonstrates that customers appreciate this option,” said Pete Oliver, managing director, consumer commercial and marketing at BT.

“Customers with Chromecast will be able to enjoy the BT Sport App, which is free with broadband from BT, on a large screen, allowing customers to cast a Barclays Premier League match to their TV, rather than watching on a smaller screen.

“This helps us to deliver on our aim to bring the best quality sport to BT customers at affordable prices across a wide number of platforms and devices.”