Hailing Virat Kohli as the highest run-scorer in IPL history hardly scratches the surface. The cricketing icon also holds the records for most centuries, half-centuries, fours and catches in the field, and he’s the only player to have represented a single team – Royal Challengers Bengaluru – throughout all 19 Indian Premier League seasons.
It all came out in the aftermath of RCB’s six-run victory over Punjab Kings last year, Kohli sinking to his knees and breaking down in tears in sheer relief that “my youth, my prime and my experience” had been building towards a payoff made all the sweeter by disappointments past.
In recent years it’s a risk-averse, slightly scarred Kohli that’s graced the IPL, albeit one who’s topped 600 runs three seasons running. However, retiring from Test and T20I cricket appears to have rolled back the years. After a brief blip, Kohli has been ferocious in ODI cricket, and will be well-rested for the campaign ahead.
Read on for our guide on where to watch Virat Kohli at IPL 2026 online and on TV wherever you are.
Sadly, there are no dedicated IPL 2026 free streams, but there is a free trial option if you live in Australia.
Kayo Sports comes with a 7-day free trial, after which a subscription starts at AU$30/month.
You’ll need a VPN to stop you getting geoblocked if you’re not Down Under right now. We recommend NordVPN.
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In the US, dedicated cricket streaming service Willow TV is the place to watch the IPL in its entirety.
If you don’t have it as part of your cable package, you can watch Willow’s coverage through your choice of Sling TV’s Desi Binge Plus or Dakshin Flex plans – starting from $10 per month.
Not in the US right now? Use NordVPN to watch your regular cricket stream. For a limited time, customers in the US can get up to 77% off the usual price, plus four months for free and a $50 Amazon Gift Card, with prices starting at $2.91.
Every IPL 2026 game is being shown on Sky Sports in the UK, via the Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Cricket channels.
Sky Sports plans start from £35/month or £20 if you’re an existing Sky subscriber. Alternatively, grab a Now Sports subscription from £14.99/day or £34.99/month.
Outside the UK right now? Use NordVPN to access your preferred coverage of the cricket. For a limited time, customers in the UK can get up to 77% off the usual price, plus four months for free and a $50 Amazon Gift Card, with prices starting at £2.22.
In India, the IPL is being shown on the Star Sports Network, with live streaming available via JioHotstar.
JioHotstar prices start at Rs. 299 ($3.49) per month, rising to Rs. 899 ($10.50 USD) per year.
If you’re currently out of India but want to watch an IPL 2026 live stream, you’ll need to get yourself a VPN, as per the instructions above.
In Australia, every IPL 2026 game is being shown on Fox Cricket via Foxtel, with live streaming available via Kayo Sports.
Kayo Sports starts at AU$30 per month after a 7-day free trial. Or you can get your first month for AU$1.
Outside Australia right now? Use NordVPN to access your preferred IPL coverage.
Sky Sport NZ is the IPL 2026 rights holder in New Zealand.
You can access Sky Sport through satellite TV or get a live stream with the Sky Sport Now subscription service starting at $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.
Overseas? NordVPN will give you access to your home streaming service.
(All times UK)
Saturday, March 28
2pm – Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
Sunday, April 5
3pm – Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings
Friday, April 10
3pm – Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Sunday, April 12
3pm – Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Second phase of league stage TBA
Of course! Each of the major broadcasters has a streaming service that you can access through a mobile app or via your phone’s browser.
You can also stay up-to-date with all of the key IPL 19 moments on the Indian Premier League’s official social media channels: @iplt20 on Instagram, @IPL on X and the IPL Facebook page.
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Hailing Virat Kohli as the highest run-scorer in IPL history hardly scratches the surface. The cricketing icon also holds the records for most centuries, half-centuries, fours and catches in the field, and he’s the only player to have represented a single team – Royal Challengers Bengaluru – throughout all 19…
