Where to Watch T20 World Cup 2026? Full Channel List Inside!
The wait is over for cricket fans across the globe. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially announced the broadcast arrangements for the highly anticipated ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Set to take place from February 7 to March 8, 2026, this edition promises to be a spectacular display of cricket, co-hosted by the spiritual home of the game, India, and the island nation of Sri Lanka. With 20 teams battling it out across 55 matches, ensuring you know exactly where to tune in is crucial.
Whether you are in Mumbai, Melbourne, or New York, the ICC has secured partnerships to ensure “comprehensive coverage across linear, digital, and free-to-air platforms.” Here is your ultimate guide on where to watch the T20 World Cup 2026 live.
India: A New Era of Viewing with JioStar
For the co-hosts and 2024 champions, the viewing experience is getting a massive upgrade. JioStar will lead the coverage, ensuring that every corner of the country can access the action.
- TV Platform: Star Sports Network (Linear TV).
- Digital Streaming: JioHotstar.
Language Options Like Never Before
Understanding the diversity of the Indian fanbase, JioStar is pulling out all the stops.
- Standard 5-Language Feed: English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada (Available on TV & Digital).
- Regional Digital Exclusives: Bengali, Bhojpuri, and Haryanvi feeds available on JioHotstar.
- Special Coverage: Marathi and Indian Sign Language feeds for all India matches, Semi-Finals, and the Final.
Tech Innovation on JioHotstar
For mobile-first viewers, the “Vertical Live Feed” returns. But the real game-changer is the immersive viewing features:
- 360-Degree View: Watch the game from any angle.
- Multi-Cam Feature: Switch your POV between “Hero,” “Stump,” “Battery,” and “Field” views.
Cinema Experience: JioStar has partnered with PVR-INOX to screen select matches in theaters nationwide, bringing the stadium atmosphere to the cinema hall.
Sri Lanka: The Co-Hosts’ Coverage
Sri Lankan fans will witness the tournament on home soil and through comprehensive coverage led by Dialog TV.
- Official Partner: Dialog TV (Linear TV).
- Digital Platforms: ThePapare.com & Dialog Play App.
- Free-to-Air: TV Supreme.
- Language: Sinhala commentary feed for all matches.
Pakistan: Digital and Linear Hybrid
In Pakistan, the coverage landscape continues to evolve with a mix of state broadcasters and digital giants.
- TV Channels: PTV Sports & PTV Home.
- Digital Streamers: Myco, Tamasha, ARY Zapp, and Tapmad.
- Special Feed: An exclusive Urdu commentary feed for Pakistan matches will be produced by the ICC and aired on PTV Home and digital partners.
Global Broadcast Guide: Region-by-Region
No matter where you live, cricket is coming to your screen.
1. North America (USA & Canada)
- Broadcaster: Willow TV.
- Free Access: All Team USA matches will be free for viewers in the US & Canada (TV & Willow’s YouTube).
- Commentary: English & Hindi feeds available.
- Influencer Collab: A special alternative commentary feed featuring Jomboy for the USA vs India and USA vs Pakistan clashes.
2. United Kingdom & Europe
- UK & Ireland: Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event, & NOW (Streaming).
- Note: Hindi commentary available for Semis & Final.
- Italy: Sky Italia (Covering Italy’s debut World Cup campaign live).
- Netherlands: NOS (Streaming all Dutch matches).
3. Australia & New Zealand
- Australia: Prime Video (Streaming).
- New Zealand: SKY Sport.
- Note: Both regions will offer Hindi commentary for India matches, Semis, and Finals.
4. Middle East & North Africa (MENA)
- TV/Streaming: CricLife Max via StarzPlay.
- Cinema Screenings: Available at VOX, Reel, Roxy, and Cinepolis cinemas across UAE, KSA, Qatar, and Bahrain.
5. Rest of the World
| Region | Broadcaster / Platform |
| South Africa / Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport |
| Caribbean | ESPN |
| Latin America | Disney+ App (Portuguese comms on ESPN Brazil) |
| Bangladesh | T Sports, Nagorik TV, Rabbithole (Digital) |
| Afghanistan | Lemar TV (Pashto & Dari Commentary) |
| Nepal | Kantipur TV (Nepali Commentary on select matches) |
| Singapore | Hub Sports 4 |
| Malaysia / Hong Kong | CricBuzz (via Astro Cricket / PCCW) |
| Pacific Islands | PNG Digicel |
| In-Flight / At Sea | Sport 24 |
Free Streaming for Untapped Markets
For fans in territories not listed above (e.g., parts of Europe, Southeast Asia, South America), the ICC is making the tournament accessible for free.
- Platform: ICC.tv
- Features: Live match coverage + Multi-language commentary (including Japanese and Bahasa).
- YouTube: Select matches will also be streamed on the official ICC YouTube channel.
Audio Coverage: Listen Live
For those on the move, audio commentary remains a vital link to the game.
- Global: English world-feed commentary on the ICC Mobile App.
- India: All India Radio (AIR).
- UK: BBC.
- Australia: ABC and SEN.
- Sri Lanka: Derana FM (Ball-by-ball commentary).
Conclusion: A Digital-First World Cup
The broadcast arrangements for the 2026 T20 World Cup reflect a massive shift towards digital customization. From vertical feeds for phone users to cinema screenings and multi-language feeds (including Japanese and Indian Sign Language), the ICC is ensuring that cricket is more accessible and immersive than ever before.
Mark your calendars for February 7, 2026. Whether you are watching on JioHotstar, Willow, or Sky Sports, the world is ready to play.
