How to watch IPL 2026: live streams, fixture list for Indian Premier League cricket season

• Watch IPL 2026 on Willow via Sling TV (US)
• Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save 73%)
• IPL 19: Sat, Mar 28 – Sun, May 31 (full schedule below)

The much-vaunted Indian Premier League expansion might not have materialized, but in its 19th season the IPL remains the world's biggest franchise cricket competition. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, for the first time, enter the new campaign as reigning champions, after consigning the Punjab Kings to their second runners-up finish last year.

Like the cricket itself, the IPL is never without chaos and controversy, and 2026 is no different, the quiet abandonment of the planned 84-game format (IPL 2026 will comprise 74 games) being the tip of the iceberg.

Big names are set to miss crucial games, including Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins – Ishan Kishan will take captaincy duties in his absence – and the Delhi Capitals' Mitchell Starc. The government continues to loom large, too, as the ban on Pakistani and Bangladeshi players having now dragged both the T20 World Cup and The Hundred into its spiral.

It's anything but dull, so read on for our guide on where to watch IPL 2026 live streams online and on TV wherever you are.

Can I watch IPL 2026 for free?

Sadly, there are no dedicated IPL 2026 free streams, but there is a free trial option if you live in Australia.

Kayo Sports comes with a 7-day free trial, after which a subscription starts at AU$30/month.

You'll need a VPN to stop you getting geoblocked if you're not Down Under right now. We recommend NordVPN.

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How to watch IPL 2026 live streams in the US

In the US, dedicated cricket streaming service Willow TV is the place to watch the IPL in its entirety.

If you don't have it as part of your cable package, you can watch Willow's coverage through your choice of Sling TV's Desi Binge Plus or Dakshin Flex plans – starting from $10 per month.

Not in the US right now? Use NordVPN to watch your regular cricket stream. For a limited time, customers in the US can get up to 77% off the usual price, plus 4 months for free and a $50 Amazon Gift Card, with prices starting at $2.91.

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Cricket fans in the US need look no further than Sling TV for IPL 2026 coverage. The Desi Binge Plus, Dakshin Flex and Urdu plans all include Willow. Prices start from only $10 per month or $50 for six months.

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How to watch IPL 2026 live streams in the UK

Every IPL 2026 game is being shown on Sky Sports in the UK, via the Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Cricket channels.

Sky Sports plans start from £35/month or £20 if you're an existing Sky subscriber. Alternatively, grab a Now Sports subscription from £14.99/day or £34.99/month.

Outside the UK right now? Use NordVPN to access your preferred coverage of the cricket. For a limited time, customers in the UK can get up to 77% off the usual price, plus four months for free and a $50 Amazon Gift Card, with prices starting at £2.22.

How to watch IPL 2026 live streams in India

In India, the IPL is being shown on the Star Sports Network, with live streaming available via JioHotstar.

JioHotstar prices start at Rs. 299 ($3.49) per month, rising to Rs. 899 ($10.50 USD) per year.

If you're currently out of India but want to watch an IPL 2026 live stream, you'll need to get yourself a VPN, as per the instructions above.

Where to watch IPL 2026 live streams in Australia

In Australia, every IPL 2026 game is being shown on Fox Cricket via Foxtel, with live streaming available via Kayo Sports.

Kayo Sports starts at AU$30 per month after a 7-day free trial. Or you can get your first month for AU$1.

Outside Australia right now? Use NordVPN to access your preferred IPL coverage.

How to watch IPL 2026 live streams in Rest of World

• Ireland

Just like in the UK, cricket fans in Ireland can watch IPL 2026 on Sky Sports.

• New Zealand

Kiwis can watch IPL 2026 on Sky Sport and live stream it online via the Sky Sport Now streaming service.

• South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa

SuperSport has the rights to show IPL 2026 in most parts of the African continent.

• Sri Lanka

Supreme TV is showing IPL 2026 in Sri Lanka.

• Rest of the World

YuppTV has secured IPL 2026 rights in more than 70 countries around the world. Its territories include: Europe, Japan, China and Southeast Asia.

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