The Lanka Premier League 2026 runs from 17 July to 8 August across Colombo, Dambulla and Pallekele, with defending four-time champions Jaffna Kings headlining a 24-match season. Whether you are watching from Colombo or Chennai, London or Lahore, the LPL carries broadcast and streaming options across most major cricket markets.
LPL 2026 Live Streaming and Broadcast by Region
Coverage varies by country. The table below lists the confirmed and expected broadcasters for each region.
| Region | TV Broadcast | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | ThePapare TV, Monara TV | Dialog ViU App, ThePapare.com |
| India | To be confirmed | FanCode |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports | Sky Go |
| United States | Willow TV | Willow TV |
| Australia | Fox Sports | Foxtel Go / Kayo Sports |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go NZ |
| Pakistan | A Sports | Tapmad |
| Bangladesh | T Sports | Check local listings |
| South Africa | Check local listings | SytxSports.com |
| Rest of the World | Check local listings | Monara TV YouTube, SLC YouTube |
FanCode (India)
FanCode holds exclusive digital streaming rights for the LPL in India through a three-year deal that covers 2024 to 2026.
- Available on the FanCode mobile app (Android and iOS), website, and TV apps
- TV app accessible on Android TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Jio STB, Samsung TV and Airtel XStream
- Also available through Prime Video Channels, Jio Platforms, VI Movies and TV, OTT Play and WatchO
- Match pass and tour pass options for flexible viewing
- Monthly subscription starts at 99 rupees; annual plans available at a discounted rate
- Highlights available without a subscription; live matches require a paid plan
- Matches air at 3:00 PM and 7:30 PM IST
ThePapare TV and Dialog ViU (Sri Lanka)
Sri Lankan fans can watch through ThePapare TV on cable and stream through the Dialog ViU App.
- ThePapare TV available on most Sri Lankan cable and satellite providers
- Dialog ViU App requires a Dialog TV subscription; accessible on mobile and smart TV
- ThePapare.com also carries live streams on its website
- Monara TV provides additional free-to-air coverage
Sky Sports (United Kingdom)
Sky Sports carries the LPL for UK-based viewers.
- Requires a Sky Sports subscription or a Now Sports day pass (from 11.99 pounds) or month pass (from 34.99 pounds)
- Stream on Sky Go for mobile and tablet access with an existing Sky subscription
- Available on Now TV app for non-Sky subscribers
Willow TV (United States)
Willow TV is the official LPL broadcaster in the US.
- Available on most satellite and cable networks as part of South Asian or sports packages
- Willow TV subscription also accessible online for cord-cutters
- Monthly and annual plans available
Sky Sport NZ (New Zealand)
Sky Sport NZ covers the tournament for New Zealand viewers.
- Add Sky Sport to an existing Sky subscription for 37.99 NZD per month
- Stream through Sky Go and ESPN apps, available to all Sky Sports customers
A Sports and Tapmad (Pakistan)
A Sports handles TV coverage while Tapmad streams digitally.
- A Sports available on most Pakistani cable and satellite networks
- Tapmad subscription required for live streaming on mobile and web
Free Streaming (Rest of the World)
Monara TV YouTube and the official Sri Lanka Cricket YouTube channel carry coverage in territories without a dedicated broadcast deal.
- Free to watch with no subscription required
- Coverage availability may vary by match and region
- Check the SLC and Monara TV channels closer to the opening match for confirmation
Tips for Hassle-Free LPL 2026 Streaming
Streaming across time zones and platforms brings its own set of issues. A few practical steps will keep your viewing smooth.
- Download the streaming app and log in before the first match rather than scrambling at start time
- If using FanCode, buy the tour pass instead of individual match passes to avoid repeat checkouts across 24 games
- Check your internet connection before evening matches; 7:30 PM IST double-headers draw peak traffic on Indian streaming platforms
- For UK viewers on Now TV, a day pass covers both afternoon and evening fixtures on double-header days
- Use a wired connection or strong Wi-Fi rather than mobile data for TV apps on Fire Stick or Android TV to avoid buffering
- Set calendar reminders for afternoon games at 3:00 PM IST, which are easy to miss on weekdays
- If your region falls under “Rest of the World,” check the SLC YouTube and Monara TV YouTube channels a day before the tournament starts to confirm whether your country is covered
- Avoid unofficial streams and betting-linked platforms; they carry legal risk, unreliable feeds and often no commentary