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The sixth edition of The Hundred gets underway on July 21, 2026, with MI London taking on Sunrisers Leeds in the opening men's fixture at The Oval. The women's competition also begins on the same day, with both tournaments running simultaneously before the finals on August 16.
The 100-ball tournament has generated even more excitement this year following the investment by IPL franchise owners and the rebranding of three teams, including MI London, Sunrisers Leeds and Manchester Super Giants. With several international stars set to feature across 34 matchdays, Indian fans are eager to know where they can watch every game live.
If you're looking for The Hundred 2026 live streaming details in India, here's everything you need to know about the official TV broadcaster, digital streaming platform and match timings.
The Hundred 2026 Live Streaming in India
Indian fans can watch The Hundred 2026 live on SonyLIV, which is the official digital streaming platform for the tournament in the country.
SonyLIV will stream every match of both the men's and women's competitions, allowing viewers to watch the action live on smartphones, tablets, laptops and smart TVs. A valid SonyLIV subscription is required to access the live coverage.
The tournament begins on July 21 and runs until August 16, with all league matches, the Eliminator and the Final available on SonyLIV.
Unlike previous editions, FanCode is not carrying The Hundred 2026 despite some early reports suggesting otherwise. Indian viewers should tune in to SonyLIV for official live streaming coverage.
The Hundred 2026 Live Telecast Channel in India
The Sony Sports Network is the official television broadcaster of The Hundred 2026 in India. Fans with a cable or DTH connection can watch the tournament live on Sony Sports channels throughout the competition.
The tournament features eight franchises:
- MI London
- Sunrisers Leeds
- Southern Brave
- London Spirit
- Trent Rockets
- Birmingham Phoenix
- Welsh Fire
- Manchester Super Giants
The league stage will run until mid-August before the Eliminator on August 14 and the Final on August 16 determine the champions.
The Hundred 2026 Match Timings (IST)
The Hundred follows different match timings depending on whether it is a single-match day or a double-header.
| Match Type | Start Time (IST) |
|---|---|
| Women's opening match | 7:15 PM |
| Women's regular matches | 7:30 PM |
| Women's double-header match | 3:30 PM |
| Men's regular matches | 11:00 PM |
| Men's first double-header match | 7:00 PM |
| Men's second double-header match | 10:30 PM |
Most weekday fixtures will begin at 11:00 PM IST, while weekends feature double-headers that start from 7:00 PM IST, ensuring plenty of evening cricket for Indian viewers.
Why The Hundred 2026 is worth watching
This year's tournament promises to be one of the strongest editions yet. For the first time, teams are allowed to field four overseas players in the playing XI, increasing the quality of international talent on display.
Several IPL stars and global T20 specialists, including Jos Buttler, Rashid Khan, Jofra Archer, Harry Brook, Nicholas Pooran, Will Jacks, Mitchell Marsh, Liam Livingstone, Phil Salt, Ben Duckett, Tim David and Heinrich Klaasen, are set to feature during the competition.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has also introduced a new championship trophy that rewards the franchise with the best combined performance across the men's and women's competitions, alongside separate titles for each tournament.
How to Watch The Hundred 2026 for Free
At present, there is no officially confirmed free streaming option in India for The Hundred 2026.
To watch every match live, viewers will need, a SonyLIV subscription for online streaming or a cable or DTH connection carrying the Sony Sports Network for television coverage.
