If you’ve been hunting for TNT Sports Box Office recently, you might have noticed the branding shift — BT Sport Box Office became TNT Sports Box Office, and the lineup now centres on UFC, boxing and major rugby events. The access part, though, can trip people up: different platforms use different channel numbers, and Ireland follows its own path. This guide cuts through the noise with exact channel positions, current pricing, and the steps to buy on each provider.

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Provider: TNT Sports · Former Name: BT Sport Box Office · Platforms: Sky, EE TV · Format: Pay-per-view events · HD Availability: Yes on Sky and EE TV

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
  • Available on Sky (channel 490) and EE TV (channel 494) (Sporting News)
  • Pay-per-view model: events cost extra beyond subscription (WBD Sports)
  • Formerly BT Sport Box Office; renamed after Warner Bros. Discovery took over (Wikipedia)
2What’s unclear
  • Exact per-event PPV prices vary by match or fight card (Sporting News)
  • Full Ireland-specific Box Office channel details not publicly confirmed (NOW TV Ireland)
3Timeline signal
  • BT Sport Box Office 2 launched November 2019 on Sky channel 494 (Wikipedia)
  • TNT Sports moves from discovery+ to HBO Max on 26 March 2026 (discovery+ Support)
4What’s next
  • HBO Max becomes the streaming home for TNT Sports from March 2026 (WBD Sports)
  • EE TV Box Office purchases still require the fibre broadband box (TNT Sports)

Key facts at a glance

The table below summarises key specifications and access details for TNT Sports Box Office across providers.

Detail Value
Service Type Pay-per-view TV channels
Main Provider TNT Sports
Key Platforms Sky, EE TV
Previous Name BT Sport Box Office
Content Focus Live sports events like UFC and boxing
UK Monthly Subscription £29.99
Sky Box Office Channel 490
EE TV Box Office Channel 494
Ireland NOW Sports Extra €33.99/month

How do I get TNT Sports Box Office?

Subscription options

UK viewers have two broad paths. The first is a full TNT Sports subscription at £29.99 per month, available through Sky, discovery+, BT, EE, and Virgin Media (Sporting News). This covers the main TNT Sports channels but does not include individual pay-per-view events — those require a separate purchase.

The second path targets viewers who only want specific events. TNT Sports Box Office events can be bought directly, and you don’t need an existing subscription to purchase them (WBD Sports). This makes the Box Office service accessible to casual fans catching a big UFC card or a major rugby match.

Purchasing pay-per-view events

The purchase process varies sharply by provider. On Sky, tune to channel 490 to browse and buy events (Sporting News). On EE TV, head to channel 494. However, EE has a notable restriction: you can only buy Box Office events directly on your EE TV box — online or phone purchases are not accepted — and you need fibre broadband connected to that box (TNT Sports). Virgin Media customers access Box Office via the red button (Sporting News).

Mobile customers on EE, Three, Vodafone, and O2 can also add Box Office purchases to their monthly phone bill (Sporting News), which simplifies payment for those who prefer not to use a credit card on the TV interface.

Bottom line: UK viewers can buy Box Office events on Sky (channel 490) or EE TV (channel 494). EE customers must purchase through the TV box and have fibre broadband active. Virgin Media uses the red button.

Is TNT Sports Box Office on Sky?

Sky integration details

Yes — Sky carries TNT Sports Box Office on channel 490 for standard customers, with HD available on that same channel for those with an HD-capable subscription (Sporting News). The channel is branded as the home for pay-per-view live sporting action, and events are promoted on TNT Sports broadcast channels in the lead-up to major fight nights or rugby fixtures.

Beyond the Box Office channel, Sky also carries the full suite of TNT Sports channels: TNT Sports 1 (410/870 SD/HD), TNT Sports 2 (411/871), TNT Sports 3 (417/874), TNT Sports 4 (421/876), and TNT Sports Ultimate (493), the last offering UHD, HDR, and Dolby Atmos on select coverage (Sporting News). Ultimate tier subscribers get the highest-quality feed for big events.

How to access on Sky

The official Sky Box Office page at sky.com/boxoffice/tnt-sports (Sky) confirms the service is for live sporting action. For Sky Ireland customers, the situation is slightly different — Sports Extra packages bundle TNT Sports channels with Premier Sports for Champions League and Premier League access (Sky Ireland).

The catch

Sky’s Box Office purchase is tied to your Sky iD. If you buy an event through channel 490, it’s linked to your account — useful if you need to manage or re-watch purchases later.

Bottom line: TNT Sports Box Office is on Sky channel 490. HD is available, and TNT Sports Ultimate (channel 493) adds UHD/HDR/Dolby Atmos for select events. Sky Ireland focuses on Sports Extra bundles rather than a separate Box Office channel.

Is TNT Sports Box Office different from TNT Sports?

Key differences

TNT Sports is the umbrella brand for Warner Bros. Discovery’s sports coverage in the UK and Ireland. It covers live Premier League, UEFA Champions League, Europa League, rugby (URC, Champions Cup, Challenge Cup), MotoGP, cricket, and more through its suite of channels (WBD Sports). You access these through a monthly subscription on platforms like Sky, EE TV, or Virgin Media.

TNT Sports Box Office is a separate pay-per-view layer. It’s a collection of channels dedicated specifically to premium events sold individually — think major UFC fight nights, high-profile boxing cards, or special rugby clashes that carry an additional fee beyond your subscription. The service exists because rights holders sometimes require events to be sold as one-off purchases rather than bundled into monthly packages.

Relationship to main channels

The two services share branding but operate differently. A TNT Sports subscriber can watch regular programming without buying Box Office events. Conversely, non-subscribers can purchase individual Box Office events — they don’t need an active TNT Sports subscription to do so (WBD Sports). The Box Office feed often uses the same studio talent and production quality as the main channels, but the purchase model is distinct.

What to watch

TNT Sports Box Office and TNT Sports Ultimate are not the same product. Box Office is per-event PPV; Ultimate is a premium tier on the subscription side with UHD/HDR audio upgrades. Check which you’re buying before committing.

Bottom line: TNT Sports is your monthly subscription covering regular live sport. TNT Sports Box Office is an add-on purchase layer for specific premium events. They share branding and production but differ in how you pay for them.

How to watch TNT Sports Box Office in Ireland?

Ireland-specific access

Ireland doesn’t have a direct equivalent to the UK Box Office channel structure. Instead, TNT Sports content for Irish viewers flows primarily through NOW TV’s Sports Extra Membership, which grants access to TNT Sports channels including Premier League and UEFA Champions League coverage (NOW TV Ireland). This is a streaming-only option — there is no dedicated Box Office channel number on Sky Ireland for PPV events in the same way as the UK.

The NOW Sports Extra Month Membership costs €33.99 per month after a 12-month commitment, then renews at €38.99/month (NOW TV Ireland). A Day Membership is also available for 24-hour access to TNT Sports — useful for single events. Sky Ireland’s Sports Extra package similarly bundles TNT Sports 1-4 with Premier Sports for broader rugby and football coverage (Sky Ireland).

Providers in Ireland

The primary Irish providers are NOW TV (streaming) and Sky Ireland (satellite/streaming hybrid). Switcher.ie confirms that Sports Extra packages in Ireland cover Champions Cup, Challenge Cup, and URC rugby through TNT Sports and Premier Sports combined (Switcher.ie). There is no confirmed Virgin Media red-button equivalent or separate Box Office channel for Ireland as of now.

The upshot

Irish viewers relying on streaming should start with NOW Sports Extra at €33.99/month. Sky Ireland subscribers should check whether Sports Extra bundles meet their needs before exploring separate PPV options, which remain less clearly documented for Ireland.

Bottom line: Ireland lacks a direct TNT Sports Box Office channel equivalent. NOW TV Ireland (€33.99/month) and Sky Ireland Sports Extra are the main routes to TNT Sports content. Confirm PPV availability for specific UFC or boxing events before assuming coverage.

Is TNT Sports Box Office free?

Pricing model

No. TNT Sports Box Office is explicitly a pay-per-view service — you pay for individual events rather than receiving them bundled in a subscription (WBD Sports). The monthly TNT Sports subscription at £29.99 does not include Box Office events; that fee covers the standard channels only (Sporting News).

The exact per-event cost depends on the specific fight or match. UFC main events and major boxing cards typically carry higher PPV prices than mid-week rugby fixtures. TNT Sports does not publicly list a standardised per-event price, so the cost becomes clear when browsing the Box Office interface on Sky or EE TV.

Pay-per-view costs

BT Broadband used to offer a sport package with TNT Sports at £18/month on a 24-month contract with £39.99 upfront (Sporting News), though this predates the BT-to-TNT rebrand and customers should verify current availability. EE TV Big Sport or Full Works bundles include TNT Sports plus all 11 Sky Sports channels (EE), offering a subscription alternative for heavy sports viewers who want everything in one place.

Watch out

If you have a discovery+ subscription that includes TNT Sports, note that from 26 March 2026, TNT Sports is no longer available on discovery+ — it moves to HBO Max (discovery+ Support). BT notified customers with a Monthly Pass before July 18 to activate their discovery+ accounts before the transition window closed (Sporting News). HBO Max launches as the new streaming home for TNT Sports on the same date (WBD Sports).

Bottom line: TNT Sports Box Office is not free — it’s a pay-per-view service with per-event costs that vary. The £29.99/month subscription covers standard TNT Sports channels only. Irish viewers using NOW Sports Extra pay €33.99/month as a minimum. The discovery+ to HBO Max transition in March 2026 affects streaming access.

TNT Sports Box Office channel and provider guide

Four major providers handle TNT Sports Box Office in the UK, each using different channel numbers and access methods. Here is how they compare:

Provider Box Office Channel Access Method Notes
Sky 490 Channel tune-in or sky.com/boxoffice/tnt-sports HD available; Ultimate tier adds UHD/HDR
EE TV 494 EE TV box purchase only Requires fibre broadband; no online/phone purchase
Virgin Media Red button Red-button service Channels 527-530 for standard TNT Sports
NOW TV (UK) Streaming only Web/app purchase Sports Month Membership; no dedicated Box Office
NOW TV Ireland Streaming only Web/app purchase Sports Extra at €33.99/month
Sky Ireland Sports Extra bundle Satellite or streaming Combines TNT Sports with Premier Sports

The pattern is clear: Sky and EE TV offer the most direct Box Office experience with numbered channels, Virgin Media uses its red-button system, and streaming-first platforms (NOW TV) handle everything through apps and websites with no PPV channel equivalent.

Bottom line: Sky (channel 490) and EE TV (channel 494) are the primary Box Office channels. Virgin Media uses red button. Ireland relies on NOW TV and Sky Ireland streaming/bundle options rather than dedicated PPV channels.

Step-by-step: Buying TNT Sports Box Office on each platform

Step 1: Check your provider and platform

Identify which provider you use. Sky and EE TV have the dedicated Box Office channels (490 and 494 respectively). Virgin Media uses red button. If you use streaming platforms like NOW TV, Box Office events are purchased through the app or website, not a TV channel.

Step 2: Verify your subscription status

You don’t need an active TNT Sports subscription to buy Box Office events — non-subscribers can purchase directly (WBD Sports). However, having a subscription may streamline access. UK subscriptions cost £29.99/month through Sky, discovery+, BT, EE, or Virgin Media (Sporting News).

Step 3: Navigate to the Box Office interface

  • Sky: Press 490 on your remote, or visit sky.com/boxoffice/tnt-sports (Sky)
  • EE TV: Press 494 on your remote — you must be using the EE TV box with active fibre broadband (TNT Sports)
  • Virgin Media: Press the red button during a sports broadcast or navigate to the sports section
  • NOW TV: Log into the NOW TV app or website and browse the Sports section for available events

Step 4: Select your event and confirm purchase

Browse the listed events — these typically feature UFC fight nights, boxing world title fights, and premium rugby fixtures. Confirm the price shown and complete the purchase through your provider’s payment system. EE TV customers should note that purchases are tied to the EE TV box and cannot be made online or over the phone (TNT Sports).

Step 5: Watch at the scheduled time

Box Office events are broadcast live at the scheduled time. Sky and EE TV HD customers will receive the HD feed automatically. TNT Sports Ultimate subscribers on Sky (channel 493) get UHD/HDR and Dolby Atmos where available (Sporting News).

Bottom line: Buying Box Office is straightforward on Sky (channel 490) and EE TV (channel 494). EE customers must use their TV box with fibre active. Ireland viewers use NOW TV streaming. The key restriction is EE’s no-online-purchase policy — plan accordingly if you use that provider.

What we know and what we don’t

Confirmed

  • Available on Sky (channel 490) and EE TV (channel 494)
  • Pay-per-view model — events cost extra beyond subscription
  • Formerly BT Sport Box Office; rebranded under Warner Bros. Discovery
  • EE TV purchases only via the TV box with fibre broadband
  • UK subscription: £29.99/month; Ireland NOW Sports Extra: €33.99/month
  • TNT Sports moves to HBO Max on 26 March 2026

Unconfirmed

  • Exact per-event PPV prices for specific boxing or UFC cards
  • Whether Ireland will receive a dedicated Box Office channel in future
  • Post-March 2026 pricing and packaging details on HBO Max
  • Whether Virgin Media will introduce a numbered Box Office channel

What experts and providers say

You can only buy TNT Sports Box Office events on your EE TV box, not online or over the phone. You need to have fibre broadband.

— TNT Sports (Official Site)

As of 26 March 2026, TNT Sports is no longer available on discovery+, but will continue on HBO Max.

— discovery+ Support (Help Centre)

TNT Sports Box Office is your home for pay-per-view live sporting action.

— Sky (Box Office Portal)

The TNT Sports official line on EE TV is unambiguous: the fibre broadband requirement and box-only purchase rule are hard constraints, not preferences. This matters for EE customers in areas where full-fibre rollout is still in progress. The discovery+ to HBO Max transition is the bigger structural shift — it affects any viewer who has been streaming TNT Sports through discovery+ rather than watching via traditional TV platforms.

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Frequently asked questions

What events are available on TNT Sports Box Office?

TNT Sports Box Office focuses on premium pay-per-view events including UFC fight nights, major boxing world title fights, and selected rugby clashes. Regular TNT Sports subscription channels cover Premier League, Champions League, Europa League, URC rugby, MotoGP, and cricket (WBD Sports).

How much does a TNT Sports Box Office event cost?

TNT Sports does not publicly list a standardised per-event price. Costs appear when browsing the Box Office interface on Sky (channel 490) or EE TV (channel 494). UFC and boxing main events typically carry higher PPV prices than mid-week fixtures.

Is there a TNT Sports Box Office app?

There is no standalone TNT Sports Box Office app. EE TV purchases must be made through the EE TV box directly — online and phone purchases are not accepted (TNT Sports). Sky customers can browse and buy via the channel or sky.com/boxoffice/tnt-sports (Sky).

Can I record TNT Sports Box Office events?

Recording capabilities depend on your platform. Sky+ and Sky Q boxes allow recording of most live TV channels. EE TV similarly supports recording on compatible boxes. However, some PPV events may have restrictions imposed by rights holders — check with your provider before the event if recording is important to you.

What happens to TNT Sports on discovery+?

TNT Sports leaves discovery+ on 26 March 2026 and becomes available on HBO Max (discovery+ Support). HBO Max is the new streaming home for TNT Sports from that date (WBD Sports). If you watch via discovery+, you will need to switch platforms or providers before March 2026.

How to check the TNT Sports Box Office schedule?

Tune to Sky channel 490 or EE TV channel 494 to see upcoming events listed. The TNT Sports website and Sky’s Box Office portal also display event listings with dates, times, and pricing where available.

Does TNT Sports Box Office include Rugby?

Box Office events include selected rugby clashes — typically high-profile matches that carry additional PPV fees. Regular rugby coverage (URC, Champions Cup, Challenge Cup) is included in standard TNT Sports subscription packages rather than Box Office. Irish viewers using NOW Sports Extra get access to Champions Cup, Challenge Cup, and URC rugby through the combined TNT Sports and Premier Sports package (Switcher.ie).

Can Irish viewers access TNT Sports Box Office?

Ireland does not have a dedicated Box Office channel equivalent to Sky (490) or EE TV (494). The main routes for Irish viewers are NOW TV Ireland’s Sports Extra Membership at €33.99/month (NOW TV Ireland) or Sky Ireland’s Sports Extra bundle (Sky Ireland). Confirm PPV availability for specific UFC or boxing events with your provider.

For UK viewers, the path to TNT Sports Box Office is well-defined: Sky customers start at channel 490, EE TV users at channel 494. The one non-obvious constraint is EE’s fibre-and-box-only purchase rule — it catches people who assume they can ring up or go online. Ireland is less straightforward, with streaming-first options through NOW TV rather than a dedicated Box Office channel. The 2026 HBO Max transition is the watch item for anyone streaming TNT Sports through discovery+ — act before March 26 to avoid a gap in access.