The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the most anticipated cricket events globally, attracting millions of viewers each year. As the 18th edition of the IPL approaches, fans are eager to know where and how they can watch IPL 2025 live.
This article provides comprehensive details on IPL 2025 live streaming options, both in India and internationally, ensuring that cricket enthusiasts worldwide can enjoy the tournament without missing a single match.
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IPL 2025 Live Streaming Platforms by Region
| Country/Region | TV Broadcast | Live Streaming |
| India | Star Sports Network | JioHotstar App |
| Australia | Foxtel (Channel 501) | Kayo Sports, Foxtel App |
| UK & Ireland | Sky Sports Cricket, Main Event | Sky Go, NOW TV |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Hotstar, ESPN+, Willow TV via Sling/FuboTV |
| Pakistan | Geo Super (TBC) | Tapmad TV, YuppTV |
| South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport app |
| Sri Lanka | Supreme TV | Dialog TV, Peo TV |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport Now |
| Bangladesh | Channel 9 | Toffee app |
| Nepal | Star Sports | YuppTV |
| Rest of the World | Various local channels | YuppTV |
IPL 2025 Live Streaming in India
In India, Star Sports Network will broadcast IPL 2025 matches on television, offering coverage in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada. However, due to the Disney Hotstar and JioCinema merger, fans will need to subscribe to the JioHotstar app to watch IPL matches on mobile devices, as free streaming options are limited.
This shift marks a significant change for Indian viewers, who previously enjoyed free streaming on Hotstar. Now, a subscription to JioHotstar is essential for live streaming IPL matches on mobile devices.
TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network
Live Streaming: JioHotstar App
Global IPL 2025 Live Streaming Options
Australia
TV Broadcast: Foxtel (via channel 501, Foxtel App)
Live Streaming: Kayo Sports, with plans starting from $25 a month after a first month for $1 offer or 7-day free trial. Kayo Sports offers an excellent streaming experience with high-quality video and minimal buffering, making it a popular choice among Australian cricket fans.
United Kingdom & Ireland
TV Broadcast: Sky Sports Main Event,Sky Sports Cricket
Live Streaming: Sky Go, NOW TV. Sky Sports provides comprehensive coverage of the IPL, including pre-match analysis and post-match discussions, enhancing the viewing experience for UK and Irish fans.
United States & Canada
TV Broadcast: Willow TV
Live Streaming: Hotstar, ESPN+ (in the US), Willow TV available via Sling TV and FuboTV. Willow TV is a dedicated cricket channel that offers extensive coverage of the IPL, while ESPN+ provides additional sports content for American viewers.
Pakistan
TV Broadcast: Geo Super (TBC)
Live Streaming: Tapmad TV, YuppTV. Tapmad TV delivers the IPL matches directly to viewers in Pakistan through high-quality streams that display few annoying ads during broadcasts.
South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa
TV Broadcast: SuperSport
Live Streaming: SuperSport app (for TV subscribers). SuperSport enables fans throughout Africa to watch the IPL through dedicated TV channels in addition to streaming features.
Sri Lanka
TV Broadcast: Supreme TV
Live Streaming: Dialog TV, Peo TV. The IPL broadcasts for Sri Lanka come through Supreme TV with additional streaming provided by Dialog TV and Peo TV.
New Zealand
TV Broadcast: Sky Sport NZ
Live Streaming: Sky Sport Now. Kiwi cricket fans choose Sky Sport NZ for IPL coverage because they receive live matches along with highlights through their platform.
Bangladesh
TV Broadcast: Channel 9
Live Streaming: Irrespective of how they prefer to watch, both Channel 9 and the Toffee app provide broadcasting opportunities for Bangladeshi cricket enthusiasts.
Nepal
TV Broadcast: Star Sports
Live Streaming: YuppTV. The cricket coverage in Nepal includes IPL matches from Star Sports and additional streaming possibilities through YuppTV.
Rest of the World
YuppTV acquired the right to broadcast IPL live streaming across more than 70 countries that span Europe and Japan as well as China and all regions of Southeast Asia aside from Singapore and Malaysia. Through its extensive broadcast network YuppTV enables cricket fans from anywhere in the world to watch the IPL games without physical barriers.
Using VPN for Accessing IPL Streams
The access to IPL streams may become possible when viewers use a Virtual Private Network despite geographical limitations. Users can access IPL matches through Hotstar or Sky Go by joining a VPN server that operates within IPL streaming countries. Using VPNs enables users to defend their streaming data while they protect their privacy during streaming sessions.
Tips for Choosing the Best Streaming Option
Your choice of streaming platform should depend on both the visual quality it delivers and your budget alongside the streaming exemptions in the areas where you live. Cable aggregator Kayo Sports in Australia lets users access their services with a free trial period so they can try out their products without charge. The international channel selection from YuppTV suits viewers who reside outside India.
Conclusion
During IPL 2025 viewers will have access to both elite cricket competition and fresh methods to watch matches. Live streaming fans can access updated information about streaming options through this guide regardless of their location being India or abroad. Viewers should check the updated schedules and access streaming links to follow all of IPL 2025’s exciting matches.
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