How to watch MLC 2026 live in India, Australia, USA and UK: Start time, schedule, TV channel and streaming details worldwide
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KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- MLC 2026 runs for a month from June 18 and will have six teams playing a total 34 matches.
- Fans in India, US, Australia, and UK will be able to follow the game live through TV and online streaming.
- Defending team MI New York return to compete against five other franchises.
- Final match of MLC 2026 will take place on July 18.
MLC 2026 preview and format
Major League Cricket (MLC) will return for its fourth edition between June 18 and July 18, following on the continued success of the franchise game in the United States, with six sides fighting for the championship title in 34 games.
The six teams will face each other twice during the league stage, and the top four will proceed to the playoff stages.
The top two teams compete in Qualifier 1 for direct qualification to the finals, while teams ranked third and fourth play each other in the Eliminator. The winner of the Eliminator faces the loser of Qualifier 1 in the Challenger, which will decide the finalist on July 18.
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When is MCL 2026?
Major League Cricket 2026 starts on June 18, whereas the final game of the fourth edition will take place on July 18.
MCL 2026 team list
The six teams that will compete in MLC 2026 are:
| Team | Home city |
|---|---|
| MI New York | New York |
| Texas Super Kings | Dallas |
| Washington Freedom | Washington, D.C. |
| San Francisco Unicorns | San Francisco |
| Seattle Orcas | Seattle |
| Los Angeles Knight Riders | Los Angeles |
MI New York start the season as the defending champions, having won their second MLC championship in 2025. The league takes place between June 18 and July 18 and comprises 34 games.
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MCL 2026 venues list
MLC 2026 games shall be held at three stadiums in America:
- Grand Prairie Stadium (Grand Prairie, Texas)
- Oakland Coliseum (Oakland, California)
- Knight Riders Cricket Field (Pomona, California)
The Oakland Coliseum is set to host all the playoff games and the grand final of MLC 2026, and the Knight Riders Cricket Field is an entirely new venue for the 2026 season and the home stadium of the Los Angeles Knight Riders team.
MLC 2026 TV channels and live stream details by country
| Country | TV channel | Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network | JioHotstar |
| USA | Willow TV | Willow by Cricbuzz |
| Australia | Seven Network | 7plus |
| UK & Ireland | Premier Sports | Premier Sports Player |
| Pakistan | A Sports | A Sports app |
| Sub-Sahara Africa | ESPN | – |
| MENA | – | Cricbuzz |
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How to watch MLC 2026 live in India
Indian viewers can watch MLC 2026 on:
- TV channel: Star Sports Network
- Live stream: JioHotstar
How to watch MLC 2026 live in the USA
Fans in the United States can follow the tournament through:
- TV channel: Willow TV
- Live stream: Willow by Cricbuzz app and website
Select regional broadcasts may also be available for specific franchises.
How to watch MLC 2026 live in Australia
Australian viewers can watch MLC 2026 via:
- TV channel: Seven Network (selected coverage, including the final)
- Live stream: 7plus
How to watch MLC 2026 live in the UK
Cricket fans in the United Kingdom can tune in through:
- TV channel: Premier Sports
- Live stream: Premier Sports Player
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