How to watch T20 World Cup 2026 from anywhere: FREE streams and guide

The T20 World Cup 2026 gets under way on February 7 as 20 national teams from across the globe descend on India and Sri Lanka for the 10th edition of this tournament.

With much of the tournament taking place on home soil, India are the favorites. The two-time champions are the holders following their triumph in 2024, and the T20 side heads into the World Cup in fantastic form. India are the team to beat.

Australia also have their eye on the trophy. Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood will all be absent, but the Aussies will be full of confidence after their convincing Ashes win.

England will be looking to bounce back from defeat in that Test series, while South Africa are seeking to go one better after finishing as runners-up in 2024. The list of dark horses includes New Zealand, Pakistan and the West Indies.

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

All times ET

Saturday, February 7
00:30 Pakistan vs Netherlands
04:30 West Indies vs Scotland
08:30 India vs U.S.

Sunday, February 8
00:30 New Zealand vs Afghanistan
04:30 England vs Nepal
08:30 Sri Lanka vs Ireland

Monday, February 9
00:30 Scotland vs Italy
04:30 Zimbabwe vs Oman
08:30 South Africa vs Canada

Tuesday, February 10
00:30 Netherlands vs Namibia
04:30 New Zealand vs U.A.E.
08:30 Pakistan vs U.S.

Wednesday, February 11
00:30 South Africa vs Afghanistan
04:30 Australia vs Ireland
08:30 England vs West Indies

Thursday, February 12
00:30 Sri Lanka vs Oman
04:30 Nepal vs Italy
08:30 India vs Namibia

Friday, February 13
00:30 Australia vs Zimbabwe
04:30 Canada vs U.A.E.
08:30 U.S. vs Netherlands

Saturday, February 14
00:30 Ireland vs Oman
04:30 England vs Scotland
08:30 New Zealand vs South Africa

Sunday, February 15
00:30 West Indies vs Nepal
04:30 U.S. vs Namibia
08:30 India vs Pakistan

Monday, February 16
00:30 Afghanistan vs U.A.E.
04:30 England vs Italy
08:30 Australia vs Sri Lanka

Tuesday, February 17
00:30 New Zealand vs Canada
04:30 Ireland vs Zimbabwe
08:30 Scotland vs Nepal

Wednesday, February 18
00:30 South Africa vs U.A.E.
04:30 Pakistan vs Namibia
08:30 India vs Netherlands

Thursday, February 19
00:30 West Indies vs Italy
04:30 Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe
08:30 Afghanistan vs Canada

Friday, February 20
08:30 Australia vs Oman

Saturday, February 21
08:30 Super 8

Sunday, February 22
04:30 Super 8
08:30 Super 8

Monday, February 23
08:30 Super 8

Tuesday, February 24
08:30 Super 8

Wednesday, February 25
08:30 Super 8

Thursday, February 26
04:30 Super 8
08:30 Super 8

Friday, February 27
08:30 Super 8

Saturday, February 28
08:30 Super 8

Sunday, March 1
04:30 Super 8
08:30 Super 8

Wednesday, March 4
08:30 Semi-final

Wednesday, March 5
08:30 Semi-final

Sunday, March 8
08:30 Final

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.

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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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