Heads up
Some matches are free in India — the rest need a subscription.
Free-to-air: DD Sports. For full coverage you'll need Sony Sports Network (all 104).
Language
English / Hindi
Timezone
UTC+5.5
Primary broadcaster
DD Sports
Coverage
Mix of free + paid
How to watch — every option
Free-to-air
DD Sports (selected matches, TBC)
Cable / satellite
Sony Sports Network (all 104)
Streaming
JioHotstar (subscription)
Important note
Sony holds the package; JioHotstar is the streaming home.
When matches kick off in India
Late evening to early morning IST — expect late-night watching.
Full 104-match schedule
Sorted by date — convert to your local time.
Going live? Get tickets
FIFA draws, resale markets, and hospitality.
Frequently asked
Is the World Cup free to watch in India?
Partially. DD Sports (selected matches, TBC) airs a portion of matches free. To catch the full tournament you'll need Sony Sports Network (all 104).
Where can I stream the World Cup 2026 in India?
Official streaming in India runs through JioHotstar (subscription). Availability of free-to-air streams depends on the broadcaster's digital rights.
What time do World Cup matches kick off in India?
Late evening to early morning IST — expect late-night watching. All times are based on UTC+5.5.
Do I need a VPN to watch World Cup 2026 in India?
You do not need a VPN if you're physically in India — the local rights holders stream within the country. VPNs are typically used by travelers abroad who want to access their home-country broadcaster.
Watching from somewhere else?
Broadcaster rights vary wildly by country. Pick yours:
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