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The T20 World Cup 2026 will take place from Saturday, February 7 to Sunday, March 8. Here's how you can watch all the action from India and Sri Lanka:
• U.S. — Willow TV via Sling
• U.K. — Sky Sports
• Australia — Prime Video
• India — JioHotstar
• FREE STREAMS — ICC.tv (select countries)
• Watch anywhere — Use NordVPN
The T20 World Cup 2026 got under way on February 7 as 20 national teams from across the globe descended on India and Sri Lanka for the 10th edition of this tournament.
The second match saw the co-hosts India get the better of England. With the home crowd behind them on Sunday, India are clear favourites to lift the trophy. Can New Zealand stop them in their tracks, or will India prove too strong?
Here's how to watch the T20 World Cup 2026 online and on TV — as well as for free.
Can I watch T20 World Cup 2026 for free?
How to watch T20 World Cup 2026 from anywhere
Away on vacation, traveling for business or visiting India and Sri Lanka to watch the T20 World Cup? You may find your home streaming services blocked
You can still watch the T20 World Cup 2026 live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear as if they're back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you want to watch the free T20 World Cup coverage on ICC.tv, choose 'Spain' from the list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to ICC.tv, sign in, and watch the T20 World Cup 2026 live.
How to watch T20 World Cup 2026 live streams in the U.S.
In the U.S., the T20 World Cup 2026 is being shown on Willow TV.
Willow TV is available from a number of cable providers including Dish, Spectrum, Xfinity, Verizon Fios and more, or as its own standalone service.
Alternatively, cricket fans can access Willow TV via Sling TV. See below for more details.
How to watch T20 World Cup 2026 live streams in the U.K.
In the U.K., Sky Sports has the rights to the T20 World Cup.
Deals start from £22/month if you're an existing customer — or check out Sky TV deals and packages if you want to sign up. Another option is via Now Sports, which offers Daily, Monthly and Annual passes. Prices start at £14.99 for 24-hour access.
Away from the U.K. during the action? NordVPN will unblock your preferred T20 World Cup stream.
How to watch T20 World Cup 2026 live streams in Australia
In Australia, Prime Video is the home of the T20 World Cup.
A subscription costs AU$6.99/month or AU$59/year after a 30-day FREE trial.
If you're traveling outside Australia, you can still follow your usual T20 World Cup coverage by using one of the best VPN services, such as NordVPN.
How to watch T20 World Cup 2026 live streams in India
In India, the T20 World Cup will be broadcast by Star Sports on TV and JioHotstar digitally.
Subscriptions to JioHotstar cost around Rs. 299/month (around $3.50 USD). Alternatively, you can purchase an annual package for for Rs. 899 ($10.50 USD).
Not in India right now? Simply use a VPN like NordVPN to watch all the T20 World Cup action on your account as if you were back home.
How to watch T20 World Cup 2026 live streams in South Africa
In South Africa, the T20 World Cup is being shown by subscription service SuperSport.
You'll need a DStv access package to watch the action live on SuperSport, with prices beginning at R99 ($5.66) per month.
Traveling away from South Africa right now? Access your coverage by using NordVPN.
How to watch T20 World Cup 2026 live streams in New Zealand
The T20 World Cup is available in on Sky Sport Now in New Zealand. A subscription is priced at $29.99/day, $54.99/month or $549.99/year.
If you already have access to Sky Sport but you're not in New Zealand during the tournament, try using NordVPN to watch the cricket as if you were back at home.
T20 World Cup 2026 schedule
08:30 New Zealand vs India
T20 World Cup 2026 FAQs
Where is the T20 World Cup 2026 being held?
The T20 World Cup 2026 will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. New Delhi, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai and Chennai will stage matches in India, while the host cities in Sri Lanka are Colombo and Kandy.
The opening game between New Zealand and Pakistan will be held at the SSC Cricket Ground in Colombo, with the final set to take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. However, as Pakistan will play all their matches in Sri Lanka, the final will shift to the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo should they get that far.
How many teams are in the T20 World Cup 2026?
Twenty teams will take part at the T20 World Cup 2026. This is the second edition to feature 20 sides after the ICC increased the size of the competition for the 2024 tournament.
India and Sri Lanka earned automatic places as co-hosts, while Afghanistan, Australia, England, South Africa, the U.S. and the West Indies automatically qualified based on their performance two years ago.
Ireland, New Zealand, Pakistan and Scotland advanced based on the ICC T20I Team Rankings, while Canada, Italy, the Netherlands, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Nepal, Oman and the U.A.E. won various regional qualifiers.
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