Disney+ Live Streaming T20 World Cup 2026 All 55 Matches

It is February 2026. In Buenos Aires, the talk is usually about River Plate or Boca Juniors. In Mexico City, it’s about Club América. But something unusual is happening. Across Latin America, sports fans are opening their Disney+ apps not to watch The Mandalorian, but to watch the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

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For years, cricket in Latin America was a whisper—a sport played by British expats in secret clubs or confusingly mistaken for croquet. But with the 2026 World Cup, the noise is getting louder. With teams like the West Indies (neighbors to the region) hosting games, the vibe is closer than ever.

However, the streaming landscape has shifted dramatically since the last tournament. If you are looking for the old “Star+” app, you won’t find it. It’s gone. The game has moved to the House of Mouse.

For the millions of cricket curious—and the die-hard expats living from Tijuana to Tierra del Fuego—Disney+ is now the exclusive digital stadium. But is the new integrated platform actually better for sports? Is the price hike justified? We dove into the app to see if Mickey Mouse can really deliver a yorker.

The “Star+” Merger: Where Did My Sports Go?

The biggest confusion for fans in 2026 is the disappearance of Star+.

In mid-2024, Disney merged its operations in Latin America. The standalone Star+ app was shut down, and all its sports content—including ESPN—was migrated into the main Disney+ app.

What This Means for You:

• One App, One Bill: You no longer need two separate subscriptions.
• The ESPN Tile: Inside Disney+, there is now a dedicated “ESPN” hub. This is where the T20 World Cup lives.
• Expanded Library: You get the cricket World Cup alongside Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar.

Platform Snapshot: The Vital Stats

*Note: Brazil often has separate rights agreements, though Disney+ is also the provider there. This guide focuses on Spanish-speaking LatAm.

Cost Analysis: The Price of Passion

Disney+ offers tiered pricing in Latin America: Standard (usually 1080p, fewer screens) and Premium (4K, more screens, full sports). To watch live sports like the T20 World Cup, you generally need the Premium plan in most markets, as the Standard plan often restricts live sports access.

Table: Estimated Monthly Pricing (2026)

Pro Tip: Look for “Mercado Libre” (Meli+) partnerships in places like Mexico and Argentina. They often bundle Disney+ Premium for free or at a massive discount (up to 50% off) if you reach a certain user level.

Coverage & Commentary: “¡Es un Seis!”

The most fascinating aspect of coverage in this region is the localization.

1. The Language Barrier Broken

While the world feed is in English (featuring legends like Ravi Shastri and Nasser Hussain), ESPN Latin America provides Spanish Commentary for key matches.

• Why it matters: Hearing cricket terms translated is a unique experience. A “run” is a “carrera,” a “wicket” might be referred to as a “wickets” (Spanglish rules apply), and the excitement of Latin commentators rivals that of football.
• Secondary Audio: If you prefer the purist experience, you can switch the audio track to English (Original) in the settings menu.

2. The “ESPN” Touch

Because this is ESPN, the production value is high.

• Pre-Match Shows: Expect SportsCenter segments in Spanish analyzing the “Exotic Sport” (Cricket) for the local audience, often explaining the rules to new viewers.
• Highlight Reels: “Las mejores jugadas” (The best plays) are curated specifically for the app, making it easy to catch up if the match aired at 3 AM local time.

Features: More Than Just Streaming

The migration to Disney+ brought tech upgrades that Star+ sometimes lacked.

1. “Multiview” (Select Devices)

On Apple TV and high-end Android TVs, you can sometimes split the screen. This is crucial during the Group Stages when two matches might overlap.

2. Download & Go

• Scenario: You are taking a long bus ride through the Andes in Peru or sitting in traffic in Bogota.
• Feature: You can download full match replays or highlight packages on Wi-Fi and watch them offline. Note: Live matches cannot be downloaded, only replays.

3. Parental Controls

If you are watching with the family, you can set profiles. You can have a “Cricket Profile” for yourself, ensuring your algorithm doesn’t get messed up by your kids watching Bluey.

Why Watch Cricket in Latin America?

You might think you are the only one watching, but the community is growing.

• The Expat Community: From British oil workers in Guyana and Mexico to the massive Indian diaspora in Panama and Chile, the viewership is surprisingly dense.
• The “Croquet” Confusers: There is a growing niche of locals in Argentina (which actually has a national cricket team!) and Mexico who are discovering the sport. Watching on Disney+ makes it accessible without needing shady VPNs or illegal streams.
• Time Zones: Matches played in India/Sri Lanka (the 2026 hosts) air early in the morning in LatAm. It is the perfect “Breakfast Sport” before work.

Comparison: Disney+ vs. The Rest

Is it worth paying for Disney+ just for cricket?

Verdict:

If you already subscribe to Disney+ for movies, the cricket is a free bonus. If you are a hardcore fan, the stability of the 1080p stream and the ability to watch on your big Samsung or LG TV without casting issues makes the price worth it.

How to Tune In: Finding the Hidden Game

Because cricket isn’t the #1 sport in the region, it won’t always be on the front page banner.

1. Open Disney+ App.
2. Scroll down to the brand tiles (Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, Nat Geo).
3. Click on the ESPN tile.
4. Navigate to the “Live Now” (En Vivo) row.
5. If you don’t see it, search manually for “ICC” or “Cricket” (try “Críquet” with the accent if your device is in Spanish).
6. Add to My List: Click the plus (+) icon so the next match appears in your “Continue Watching” row.

Conclusion: A New Era for LatAm Cricket

The 2026 T20 World Cup on Disney+ marks a shift. It brings a “gentleman’s game” to a platform known for mass entertainment. It democratizes access in a region where cricket was once an elite secret.

Whether you are a taxi driver in Lima curious about the “flat bat baseball” or an expat in Santiago desperate to see your home team win, Disney+ delivers. The app is slick, the stream is clear, and for the first time, you can watch Virat Kohli and Mickey Mouse on the same screen.

So, grab your mate or your tacos, fire up the app, and get ready. The World Cup has arrived in the Americas.

FAQs

Q: Do I need the “Combo+” or just Disney+?

A: Since the merger, “Combo+” is technically retired in favor of Disney+ Premium. You need the plan that includes “Live Sports” (Deportes en Vivo). The “Standard with Ads” plan usually does not include all live sporting events.

Q: Can I watch in Portuguese?

A: This guide covers Spanish-speaking LatAm. For Brazil, the rights are also held by Disney, but the feed will be in Portuguese. You may need to change your app language settings, but usually, the feed is geo-locked to your country’s primary language.

Q: Is there a Free Trial?

A: Disney+ rarely offers free trials anymore in Latin America. However, look for partner offers with Visa, Mastercard, or local telecom providers (like Telmex in Mexico or Movistar in Colombia) which often give 1-3 months free.