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Where to Watch ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Live Worldwide

ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Broadcast Details
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Broadcast Details

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to deliver one of the most globally accessible cricket tournaments ever, with 20 teams, 55 matches, and coverage spanning television, digital streaming, mobile apps, cinema screens and even in-flight services.

Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8, the tournament’s broadcast network ensures fans across every major region can tune in without missing a ball.

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How to Watch T20 World Cup 2026 Live

Fans will have multiple viewing options:

  • Traditional TV broadcast
  • OTT streaming platforms
  • Mobile vertical feeds
  • Multi-camera viewing
  • Radio and audio commentary
  • Free streaming in selected territories

This multi-layer approach makes the 2026 edition one of the most digitally advanced ICC events to date.

ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Broadcast Details by Region

RegionTV ChannelStreaming PlatformKey Feature
IndiaStar SportsJioHotstarMultilingual
PakistanPTV SportsTamasha, ARY Zapp, TapmadUrdu
Sri LankaDialog TVDialog Play, ThePapareSinhala
UK & IrelandSky SportsNOWHindi
USA & CanadaWillow TVWillow DTC, YouTubeFree
Middle EastCricLife MaxStarzPlayCinema
CaribbeanESPNDisney+Portuguese
BangladeshT SportsRabbitholeDigital
NepalKantipur TVICC.tvNepali
EuropeSky Italia, NOSDigital AppsRegional
Asia PacificHub Sports, AstroCricbuzz ChannelOTT
Remaining RegionsICC.tvFree

India and Subcontinent Coverage

India remains the broadcast epicenter with JioStar and JioHotstar offering:

  • English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada
  • Bengali, Bhojpuri, Haryanvi region feeds
  • Indian Sign Language for key matches
  • Multi-camera angles and vertical viewing
  • Cinema screenings via PVR-INOX

Neighboring countries such as Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan and Maldives will receive extended distribution through Star’s regional partners

Pakistan Broadcast Details

Cricket fans in Pakistan will rely on:

  • PTV Sports for linear TV
  • Tamasha, ARY Zapp and Tapmad for digital streaming
  • Dedicated Urdu commentary feed
  • Simulcast on PTV Home for selected matches

The dual digital-TV approach ensures both urban and rural accessibility.

USA and Canada Streaming Boost

Willow TV continues as ICC’s North American partner with:

  • All 55 matches live
  • Free streaming of USA team matches
  • YouTube availability for select fixtures
  • English and Hindi commentary
  • Alternate commentary experiments for marquee clashes

This free-match model significantly expands cricket’s reach in emerging markets.

Middle East and Cinema Experience

The MENA region goes beyond TV with StarzPlay + VOX cinema partnerships, turning high-profile matches into big-screen events. This hybrid broadcast-cinema model is rare in cricket and increases audience engagement.

Free Streaming Options

Several territories will have cost-free access:

  • ICC.tv for unlicensed regions
  • USA matches on Willow YouTube
  • Select Nepali commentary feeds
  • Limited regional free-to-air TV broadcasts

This makes the tournament more globally inclusive than previous editions.

Audio and Radio Coverage

For fans on the move:

  • ICC Mobile App – Global English audio feed
  • BBC Radio – UK & Ireland
  • ABC & SEN – Australia
  • All India Radio – India
  • Derana FM – Sri Lanka

Audio remains critical for commute and low-bandwidth audiences.

Why This Broadcast Setup Matters

The 2026 edition is not just about cricket; it is about platform diversity.
From OTT innovation and mobile-first feeds to multilingual commentary and cinema screenings, the ICC has built a distribution ecosystem designed for both hardcore fans and casual viewers.

👉 T20 World Cup 2026 Commentators

Q1: Where can I watch T20 World Cup 2026 live in Pakistan?
A: PTV Sports on TV and Tamasha or ARY Zapp digitally with Urdu commentary.

Q2: Is T20 World Cup 2026 free anywhere?
A: Yes, ICC.tv in unlicensed regions and USA team matches on Willow YouTube.

Q3: Which app streams T20 World Cup matches in India?
A: JioHotstar with multi-language and multi-camera options.

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