Where to Watch India's Upcoming Matches
Fans across the globe have been asking how to follow India’s cricket calendar without a TV set. The answer is simple: most of the action lives on digital platforms that stream in real‑time. For the men's team, the official broadcaster for the 2025 season is India cricket live streaming on SonyLIV, which holds exclusive rights for all Test, ODI and T20 fixtures. The women's side, gearing up for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 warm‑up matches, will be streamed on Disney+ Hotstar, the platform that secured the women's tournament rights last year.
Both services offer a mix of free trial periods and subscription tiers. SonyLIV’s premium plan, priced at ₹199 per month, unlocks ad‑free viewing and multi‑device login, while Disney+ Hotstar’s sports bundle runs at ₹299 per month and includes live commentary in multiple languages. If you’re looking for a no‑cost route, YouTube often carries a delayed broadcast of the warm‑up games, though the picture quality can vary.
- SonyLIV – exclusive for men’s internationals, live scores, on‑demand replays.
- Disney+ Hotstar – women’s WC warm‑ups, live stats overlay, regional language commentary.
- JioTV – bundled with telecom plans, limited to Android devices.
- YouTube – unofficial streams, useful for viewers outside the official geo‑blocks.
Tips to Get the Best Streaming Experience
Even the best platform can flop if your connection isn’t ready. Here’s a quick checklist:
- Check that you have at least a 5 Mbps download speed for standard HD; 10 Mbps is safer for 1080p streams.
- Disable any background apps that consume bandwidth, especially on mobile devices.
- Use a wired Ethernet connection if you’re at home – it’s more stable than Wi‑Fi for long innings.
- Enable the platform’s “low‑latency” mode, if available, to reduce the delay between the live feed and your screen.
- Consider a VPN only if you’re traveling abroad and the service is geo‑restricted; choose a server close to India for minimal lag.
Match schedules for the next few months are already posted on the BCCI website. The men’s team opens the season with a T20 series against England in early March, followed by a three‑match ODI tour of South Africa in April. Meanwhile, the women’s squad will play warm‑up games against Thailand and Kenya on 14‑16 May, all streamed live on Disney+ Hotstar.
By picking the right platform and fine‑tuning your setup, you’ll never miss a six, a wicket or a historic moment from India’s cricketing journey.