Sling TV Launches $20 Monthly Package Including ESPN and ESPN2

The new plan features channels such as TNT, TBS, and CNN, in addition to the ESPN networks. Subscribers gain access to live sports programming, news, and entertainment content. Sling TV, a subsidiary of Dish Network, operates as an internet-based television service launched in 2015.

previously offered base packages starting at $40 per month, including broader channel lineups.

The $20 package represents the lowest-priced option from the service to date. It requires an internet connection and is available on devices like smart TVs, streaming sticks, and mobile apps. This launch occurs amid growing competition in the streaming market, where services like YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV provide similar sports-focused content at higher prices.

ESPN, owned by Disney, remains a key draw for sports viewers. The package does not include local broadcast channels or premium networks.

Industry Cord-cutters, who have increasingly abandoned traditional cable for streaming, stand to benefit from the reduced cost.

S. households without cable subscriptions, according to industry data. Next steps include potential add-ons for additional channels at extra fees. Dish Network has not specified a rollout date beyond the announcement, but the package is expected to be available immediately to new and existing subscribers.

Regulatory approvals are not required for this digital offering. The move aligns with broader trends toward flexible, a la carte television consumption.