India tour of England 2026 live streaming is available on JioHotstar (digital) and Sony Sports Network (TV) for viewers in India, while Sky Sports covers the series in the UK.
The tour runs from July 1 to July 19, 2026, featuring 5 T20Is and 3 ODIs across eight venues in England and Wales.
The ECB moved three floodlit T20I start times to 10:00 PM IST from the original 11:00 PM IST slot, so Indian fans can catch more action without sacrificing too much sleep.
India Tour of England 2026 Broadcasting and Streaming Guide
JioHotstar holds the exclusive digital streaming rights for India’s tour of England 2026, while Sony Sports Network retains the TV broadcast rights in India.
| Region | TV Channel | Streaming Platform | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports Network | JioHotstar | Digital + TV split deal |
| UK & Ireland | Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go / NOW | Main Event for select games |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Sling TV / Willow App | Sling Desi plans from $10/mo |
| Australia | Fox Cricket | Foxtel / Kayo Sports | Channel 501 on Foxtel |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport NOW | Sky Sports 5 (Ch. 055) |
| South Africa | SuperSport | DStv Stream | DStv subscription required |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports | Tapmad | Myco also available |
| Rest of World | Varies | ICC.tv (select regions) | Free in some territories |
This is the first time JioHotstar and Sony have shared rights for England cricket in this manner, a collaboration announced in May 2025 that covers both the 2025 Test series and the 2026 white-ball tour.
How to Watch India vs England 2026 Live in India
JioHotstar is your go-to for live streaming every T20I and ODI of this tour on mobile, laptop, or smart TV.
On television, all matches air live on the Sony Sports Network, including channels like Sony Sports Ten 1, Sony Sports Ten 2, and Sony Sports Ten 3 in HD and SD.
JioHotstar Streaming Setup
Download the JioHotstar app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store, or visit the JioHotstar website on your browser.
Log in with your Jio, Tata Play, or direct JioHotstar subscription credentials.
Navigate to the Sports section or search for “India vs England” to find the live match feed.
JioHotstar works on Android, iOS, Fire TV Stick, Android TV, Apple TV, and web browsers, so you are covered on just about any screen in your house.
Sony Sports Network TV Channels
Sony’s linear broadcast covers the series across multiple languages and feeds. Sony Sports Ten 1 carries the English commentary feed, while Sony Sports Ten 3 typically offers the Hindi commentary feed.
Additionally, regional language commentary is often available on Sony Sports Ten 4 (Tamil/Telugu). Check your local DTH/cable guide for exact channel numbers.
One important note: Sony LIV is NOT streaming this series. Despite Sony holding TV rights, the digital streaming has been sublicensed exclusively to JioHotstar for this tour.
How to Watch India vs England 2026 Live in the UK
Sky Sports Cricket is the official broadcaster in the UK and Ireland for the India tour of England 2026. Select matches will also be simulcast on Sky Sports Main Event.
If you do not have a full Sky subscription, you can stream matches via NOW Sports (formerly NOW TV), which offers day passes starting at £14.99 per day or monthly passes at £34.99 per month.
Existing Sky customers can stream on Sky Go across mobile devices and tablets at no extra cost.
India Tour of England 2026 Complete Schedule with IST Timings
Here is the full India vs England 2026 schedule with confirmed IST start times for every match.
T20I Series Schedule (5 Matches)
| Match | Venue | Date | IST Time | BST (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I (D/N) | Riverside, Chester-le-Street | July 1 | 10:00 PM | 5:30 PM |
| 2nd T20I | Old Trafford, Manchester | July 4 | 7:00 PM | 2:30 PM |
| 3rd T20I (D/N) | Trent Bridge, Nottingham | July 7 | 10:00 PM | 5:30 PM |
| 4th T20I (D/N) | County Ground, Bristol | July 9 | 10:00 PM | 5:30 PM |
| 5th T20I | Utilita Bowl, Southampton | July 11 | 7:00 PM | 2:30 PM |
ODI Series Schedule (3 Matches)
| Match | Venue | Date | IST Time | BST (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | Edgbaston, Birmingham | July 14 | 3:30 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 2nd ODI (D/N) | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff | July 16 | 5:30 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 3rd ODI | Lord’s, London | July 19 | 3:30 PM | 11:00 AM |
All three ODIs are already sold out, largely driven by the presence of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in what could be their final tour of England.
Why ECB Changed T20I Start Times for Indian Viewers
The ECB moved three floodlit T20I start times from 6:30 PM BST (11:00 PM IST) to 5:30 PM BST (10:00 PM IST) after discussions with Sky Sports and Sony Sports Network.
This one-hour shift means the matches finish around 2:00 AM IST instead of 3:00 AM, making it a touch more manageable for Indian fans who plan to stay up.
The ECB’s recently published financial report explicitly acknowledged the board’s reliance on “high-value broadcast series” against India. Simply put, when India tours England, the money follows.
Two daytime T20Is (Manchester on July 4 and Southampton on July 11) stick to the standard 7:00 PM IST / 2:30 PM BST slot, which is far more comfortable for Indian viewers. Think of it as the ECB’s version of a happy hour for subcontinental fans.
The JioHotstar and Sony Rights-Sharing Deal Explained
In May 2025, JioStar and Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) announced a collaboration for India’s tours of England in 2025 and 2026.
Under this deal, JioStar exclusively streams all matches on JioHotstar, covering Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. Sony retains the linear television broadcast rights across the Sony Sports Network.
Sanjog Gupta, CEO of Sports and Live Experiences at JioStar, called the deal a “win-win for all stakeholders,” particularly Indian cricket fans.
For fans, the practical takeaway is simple: if you want to stream on your phone or laptop, open JioHotstar. If you want to watch on your TV via a set-top box, tune into Sony Sports Ten 1, 2, or 3.
Conclusion: Stream Every Ball of the India Tour of England 2026 on JioHotstar and Sony Sports Network
The India tour of England 2026 offers 19 days of white-ball cricket across 8 matches and 8 iconic venues.
Indian fans should bookmark JioHotstar for streaming and Sony Sports Network for TV. UK fans have Sky Sports, and USA/Canada fans can rely on Willow TV through Sling.
With the ECB adjusting start times specifically for Indian audiences and every ODI already sold out, this is clearly one of the most anticipated cricket tours of 2026. Set your reminders for July 1.
