The IPL 2026 season is officially here! Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) opened the tournament today, March 28, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Whether you are looking for the full match schedule or the best way to stream the action for free, we’ve got you covered
Get ready, IPL 2026 is going to be different and exciting! Not only will it feature the home-and-away format and some new rules like the Impact Player and DRS for wides and no-balls, but there’s also a big change in the broadcasting rights. This year, a new platform will be airing all the live matches, as Disney+ Hotstar is no longer the official broadcasting partner. Instead, Viacom 18 has secured the IPL digital rights while Disney Star will retain the rights for TV. So, get ready for some new faces in the commentary box and a fresh perspective on the IPL action.
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IPL Schedule pdf Overview
| Group A | Group B |
| Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | Mumbai Indians (MI) |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | Gujarat Titans (GT) |
| Rajasthan Royals (RR) | Delhi Capitals (DC) |
| Punjab Kings (PBKS) | Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) |
| Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) |
| Ind Vs Pak live Hindi: | Ind Vs Pak live Hindi |
| World cup women/A | Women world cup link |
Want to watch IPL 2026 live streaming for free?
Look no further than Jio Cinema, the app that will be displaying all 410 matches of the IPL for the next five seasons. You can access the matches on any device, including your TV, PC, iPad, or iPhone. Unlike Hotstar, which required an annual subscription or else you’d get logged out after five minutes, Jio Cinema is completely free to use. They pulled off a similar feat during the FIFA World Cup and gained a record viewership, so expect nothing less in the next two months of IPL action. Get ready to cheer on your favorite team without spending a single penny!
Which TV channel will broadcast IPL 2026?
The official television broadcaster for IPL 2026 is Star Sports, which is owned by Disney Hotstar. You can catch all the action on several India Star Sports TV channels, including Star Sports Select 1 HD, Star Sports Select 1 SD, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1, Star Sports Kannada, Star Sports Telugu, Star Sports 1 HD (Hindi), Star Sports Tamil, Star Sports 3, and Star Sports HD 3 (English).
But what about cord-cutters who don’t have a TV subscription? Don’t worry, JioCinema and Viacom18 have got you covered. They have exclusive agreements to livestream IPL for the next five years. The best part is that JioCinema broadcasts the game for free, which is great news for cricket fans on a tight budget. You can also watch IPL 2026 on the YuppTV mobile app. So, grab your popcorn, sit back, and enjoy the thrilling action of IPL 2026 from the comfort of your own home.
Official IPL 2026 Broadcasters & Streaming Apps
| Country / Region | Official Streaming App(s) |
|---|---|
| India | JioHotstar (Unified App) |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV, Sling TV, Fubo |
| United Kingdom | Sky Go, NOW TV |
| Australia | Kayo Sports, Foxtel Go |
| MENA (UAE, Saudi Arabia) | StarzPlay, BeIN Connect |
| South Africa | SuperSport, DStv App |
| New Zealand | Sky Go NZ |
| Global (70+ Countries) | YuppTV |
Here is the complete IPL 2026 schedule.
Mar 28 – Apr 12, 2026 · 20 Matches · All times IST
IPL 2025 Teams
The 16th season of India’s beloved IPL will feature 10 teams in total. The teams are divided into two groups A and B, with each group having 5 teams. The defending champions of the cricket league are Gujarat Titans led by Hardik Pandya. Gujarat Titans defeated one-time trophy winner Rajasthan Royals in a thrilling final in the IPL 2024 season.
Here is the list of teams participating in the IPL season 2024.
| GROUP A | GROUP B |
| Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings |
| Rajasthan Royals | Punjab Kings |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| Delhi Challengers | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| Lucknow Super Giants | Gujrat Titans |
FAQs related IPL Schedule 2026
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