How to Watch Cricket in Canada in 2026 (IPL, PSL & More)
How to Watch Cricket in Canada in 2026 (IPL, PSL, T20 World Cup & More)
If you’ve moved to Canada and found that watching cricket suddenly got complicated and expensive, you’re not alone. The matches you grew up with — IPL, PSL, the Asia Cup, India and Pakistan series — sit behind a patchwork of paid add-ons here. This guide lays out every way to follow cricket in Canada in 2026, what each option costs, and the simplest all-in-one route for diaspora families.
Why cricket is hard to watch in Canada
Canadian cable and the big streaming services don’t carry cricket the way they cover hockey or football. Sportsnet, TSN, and DAZN don’t show the IPL. Instead, cricket rights in Canada sit almost entirely with one dedicated channel: Willow TV. Willow isn’t free and isn’t included in most standard packages — you reach it by adding it on through another paid service.
For a family that also wants Indian or Pakistani news, entertainment, and movie channels, that means stacking several subscriptions: one for cricket, others for home-country TV. The bill adds up fast, which is exactly why so many South Asian Canadians in Brampton, Mississauga, Surrey, and Calgary look for a single service that does it all.
Your options for watching cricket in Canada
Here’s how the main routes compare for following the IPL and other major cricket in Canada in 2026:
| Option | What it gives you | Rough cost |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo (carries Willow TV) | All IPL matches + Willow cricket, plus other sports | $$ — full streaming package |
| Sling TV (+ Willow) | Willow cricket as an add-on | $$ — base plan + add-on |
| Prime Video (Willow add-on) | Willow cricket inside Prime Video | ~$10/month add-on + Prime |
| YouTube TV (Sports Plus) | Willow via the Sports Plus tier | $$$ — YouTube TV + Sports Plus |
| Willow TV app / website | Cricket only, direct subscription | $ — cricket-only |
| IPTVSky (IPTV) | Cricket plus Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi & Sri Lankan channels, movies & catch-up | From $19/month, all-in-one |
The official routes all get you Willow TV, which is what you need for the IPL specifically. The trade-off is that each one is built around cricket alone — if you also want home-country entertainment channels, you’re back to paying for more than one service.
The all-in-one option: cricket and South Asian TV together
This is where an IPTV service makes sense for diaspora viewers. IPTVSky carries cricket channels alongside a deep lineup of South Asian television — Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, and Sri Lankan networks spanning news, entertainment, movies, and regional language content — in one subscription that starts at $19/month.
Instead of one bill for cricket and another for home channels, you get both, plus a 180,000+ title movie and series library and catch-up so you can replay a match you missed. It runs on the devices you already own — Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, Smart TV, phone, or computer — with no cable box and no contract.
- Cricket coverage for the tournaments diaspora fans follow most
- South Asian channels — Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan
- Catch-up & replay for matches that air overnight in Canada
- One subscription covering cricket + entertainment + movies
- Up to 4 devices so the whole household can watch
The cricket calendar Canadian fans follow
Cricket runs almost year-round once you add up the leagues and international events. The big ones for Canadian viewers:
- IPL (Indian Premier League) — the headline event, March to May; the 2026 season runs late March through the end of May
- PSL (Pakistan Super League) — popular across the Pakistani-Canadian community
- ICC events — T20 World Cup, ODI World Cup, Champions Trophy
- Asia Cup — India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and more
- Bilateral series — India, Pakistan, and other national team tours
- BBL, CPL & The Hundred — Australia, Caribbean, and England leagues
How to start watching in a few minutes
Getting set up is quick. Pick your device, install an IPTV player, and enter your login:
- Fire TV Stick or Android: install IPTV Smarters Pro, log in with your IPTVSky details
- Apple TV: follow our Apple TV setup guide
- Samsung / LG Smart TV: install a supported player from the TV’s app store
- Phone or tablet: install the player app and sign in
The whole thing takes about five minutes, and support is available on WhatsApp if you get stuck. For the full list of supported devices and plans, see our pricing section.
Frequently asked questions
How can I watch cricket in Canada?
In Canada, live cricket is carried by Willow TV, the official rights holder for tournaments like the IPL. You can access Willow through paid services such as Fubo, Sling TV, a Prime Video add-on, or YouTube TV’s Sports Plus tier. An IPTV service like IPTVSky is an affordable all-in-one alternative that bundles cricket channels with Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, and Sri Lankan TV in a single subscription.
What is Willow TV and do I need it for cricket in Canada?
Willow TV is the dedicated cricket channel that holds exclusive broadcast rights for the IPL and most major cricket in Canada and North America. It isn’t free — you reach it through a cable package or a streaming service that carries it, such as Fubo or a Prime Video add-on, typically for around $10 a month or more on top of your existing subscriptions.
How do I watch the IPL in Canada?
The IPL airs in Canada exclusively on Willow TV. You can watch it through Fubo, Sling TV, the Willow TV app, a Prime Video add-on, or YouTube TV’s Sports Plus tier. The 2026 season runs from late March to the end of May, with most matches starting in the morning Eastern Time for Canadian viewers. An IPTV subscription is a lower-cost way to follow every match.
Can I watch cricket without cable in Canada?
Yes. You don’t need a cable subscription to watch cricket in Canada. Streaming services that carry Willow TV work over the internet, and an IPTV service like IPTVSky lets you watch cricket and South Asian channels on a Firestick, Apple TV, Smart TV, or phone without any cable box, contract, or installation.
Does IPTVSky have Indian, Pakistani, and Sri Lankan channels?
Yes. Alongside cricket, IPTVSky carries a wide range of South Asian channels — Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, and Sri Lankan networks covering news, entertainment, movies, and regional language content. For diaspora families in Canada, it puts cricket and home-country channels in one subscription instead of several.
What time do cricket matches start in Canada?
Most cricket from India and Pakistan airs early in the day for Canadian viewers because of the time difference. IPL evening matches in India typically start around 10:00 AM Eastern Time (7:00 AM Pacific). Catch-up and replay features, which IPTVSky and some streaming services include, let you watch later if you miss the live broadcast.
