Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to wear the Orange Cap in IPL 2026. With 776 runs in 16 matches, his strike rate is 237.31 and average is 48.50.

The teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is expected to emerge as the highest run-getter in the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), winning the Orange Cap

Sooryavanshi, who hails from Bihar’s Samastipur, scored more than 750 runs during the season at a staggering strike rate of 237.30, the highest among Orange Cap winners in the previous 18 editions of the IPL.

Shubman Gill climbed up to No. 2 in the rankings after scoring a century against Rajasthan Royals in final. He now has 732 runs at an average of 45.75 and a strike rate of 163.02

Sai Sudharsan ranks third in the IPL 2026 Orange Cap race. The Gujarat Titans opener has 722  runs in 17 matches this season at a strike rate of 159.55 and an average of 50.71.

Virat Kohli finished 4th in the IPL 2026 Orange Cap race, scoring 600 runs in 16 matches for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. His season included one century, four half-centuries, and a strike rate above 164, making him one of RCB’s most consistent performers.

Heinrich Klaasen sits in fifth place. The Sunrisers Hyderabad batter scored 624 runs in 15 matches at a strike rate of 157.98 and an average of 45.12.

Ishan Kishan finds himself in sixth place with 602 runs at a strike rate of 182.42 and an average of 40.13.

The term “generational talent” is becoming tiresome in this era of cricket. However, what Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, aged 15, is accomplishing in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 20 can only be described as sensational. Merely two days after humiliating Sunrisers Hyderabad with a scintillating 29-ball 97 in the Eliminator, the teenage sensation for Rajasthan Royals responded with yet another fiery knock in Qualifier 2 against Gujarat Titans at Mullanpur.

Crushing 96 runs off just 47 balls, the youngster not only kept his team’s innings alive after an early setback but also strengthened his claim on the prestigious Orange Cap award.

Here are the top ten leading run-scorers of the 2026 season:

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who currently holds the Orange Cap in IPL 2026?

As of the conclusion of Qualifier 2, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi of the Rajasthan Royals holds the Orange Cap. He finished his season with a staggering 776 runs in 16 matches.

2. How old is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, and what state team does he play for domestically?

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is 15 years old (born March 27, 2011). In domestic Indian cricket, he represents Bihar, where he made his first-class debut in the Ranji Trophy at the tender age of 12.

3. What major IPL records did Sooryavanshi break during his 96-run innings?

During his breathtaking 96 off 47 balls against the Gujarat Titans, he broke two massive all-time records:

• Fastest to 1,000 IPL Runs: He crossed the career milestone in just 440 balls faced, beating Andre Russell’s previous record of 545 balls.
• Most Powerplay Runs in a Single Season: He reached 521 powerplay runs across the season, breaking David Warner’s 2016 record of 467 runs.

4. Is Sooryavanshi the first uncapped player to score over 700 runs in a single IPL season?

Yes. By reaching 776 runs, he became the first uncapped Indian player in tournament history to breach the 700-run barrier, eclipsing previous benchmarks set by uncapped stars like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shaun Marsh in earlier editions.

5. What is the “Unwanted 90s Elite List” that Sooryavanshi joined?

Sooryavanshi was dismissed in the nineties three separate times during this single season—including an agonizing 97 in the Eliminator and a 96 in Qualifier 2. This ties Glenn Maxwell’s 2014 record for the most dismissals in the 90s within a single IPL edition.

6. Who holds the record for the highest individual score of the 2026 season?

While Sooryavanshi leads the total run charts, KL Rahul of the Delhi Capitals holds the record for the highest individual score of the 2026 season with his unbeaten 152*.

7. Can anyone overtake Sooryavanshi to win the final Orange Cap?

Since Rajasthan Royals were eliminated in Qualifier 2, Sooryavanshi cannot add any more runs to his total of 776. Shubman Gill (732 runs) and Sai Sudharsan (722 runs) of the Gujarat Titans are still active and will play in the Final, meaning either of them could mathematically overtake him if they play a massive innings.

IPL 2026: Match 70  Kolkata Knight Riders(KKR) vs Delhi Capitals (DC)

The BCCI has officially announced that IPL season 2026 will begin on 28^th March. The 70 league-stage matches for the 19^th season of the Indian Premier League are slated to take place across 61 days at 12 locations. 

IPL 2026:  Kolkata Knight Riders

Kolkata Knight Riders, three-time IPL champions, are currently enduring one of their most difficult seasons in recent history. As of May 3, 2026, the team is struggling to find consistency and is fighting to stay out of the bottom tier of the points table.

Team Overview (IPL 2026)

• Captain: Ajinkya Rahane
• Head Coach: Abhishek Nayar
• Home Ground: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
• Owners: Red Chillies Entertainment & Mehta Group

IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals (DC) –

Delhi Capitals is one of the IPL franchises that represent Delhi. Delhi fought back strongly in the last season and we have seen them revamp their side ahead of 2026 IPL season. They will be eyeing their first title this year.

Team Details (IPL 2026)

• Captain – Axar Patel
• Coach – Hemang Badani
• Home Ground – Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
• Owners – JSW & GMR Cricket Pvt. Ltd

About Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Location: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Eden Gardens, Kolkata is around 30 min and covers a distance of around 18 kms

Capactiy: 67,551

KKR vs DC Head to Head Records & Stats

Performance in last 1 Year

Top Performers in last 1 Year

KKR 2026 Full Squad:

Ajinkya Rahane (c), Rinku Singh, Quinton de Kock, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Ramandeep Singh, Andre Russell, Anrich Nortje, Harshit Rana, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakaravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Mayank Markande, Rovman Powell, Manish Pandey, Spencer Johnson, Luvnith Sisodia, Anukul Roy, Moeen Ali, Chetan Sakariya, Kartik Tyagi

DC 2026 Full Squad Players List:

Jake Fraser-McGurk, Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul(w), Axar Patel(c), Tristan Stubbs, Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar, Sameer Rizvi, Darshan Nalkande, Donovan Ferreira, Dushmantha Chameera, Faf du Plessis, T Natarajan, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Tripurana Vijay, Manvanth Kumar L, Madhav Tiwari, Lungi Ngidi

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FAQ:

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals IPL 2026 Where To Watch For Free?

If you’re looking to watch IPL 2026 matches live stream for free then you’re out of luck. Every broadcast channel/streaming service will require you to purchase a subscription.

If you are a Jio subscriber then you might be able to bundle your subscription with certain Jio prepaid plans. Certain prepaid plans offer JioHotstar subscription bundled. Check which prepaid bundles are offered by Jio.

Unofficial sources which stream IPL 2026 matches include illegal streaming websites. Not only is it illegal to watch streams from these websites but the video quality is low. Please do not use these sites.

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals IPL Streaming in India

JioStar is the official streaming partner for IPL 2026 matches being held in India. Jio merged both JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar to come up with a new platform called JioHotstar in early 2026. IPL 2026 streaming in India will now take place on JioHotstar. JioHotstar has over 750 million subscribers throughout India. JioHotstar provides streams in Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Bengali.

Subscription Details

JioHotstar requires a paid subscription for IPL 2026. Free streaming from previous seasons is no longer available. As of late March 2026, the updated plans are as follows:

Click here for Subscription : https://www.jio.com/jcms/airfiber/ott/hotstar/

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals IPL TV Channels to Watch Live in India

Star Sports Network will telecast all the IPL matches on their channels:

English commentators will telecast on Star Sports 1 and Star Sports 1 HD.

Hindi commentators will telecast on Star Sports 1 Hindi and Star Sports 1 Hindi HD.

Star Sports also telecasts cricket matches in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Bengali on their respective language channels.

Star Sports channels are a part of the sports package of all major DTH providers. Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV and other cable companies offer Star Sports. The channel numbers and pricing of packages differ from provider to provider

Live Telecast Streaming Available to Watch IPL 2026 Worldwide?

Based on your location, here is where you can watch IPL 2026 Live:

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Live streaming platforms Available to Watch IPL 2026 worldwide/

Live stream  IPL 2026 on  Mobile

Most platforms have an official mobile app that you can download to live stream matches on your phone. You can use the below apps based on your location:

India: JioHotstar App

USA, Canada: Willow TV App

UK, Ireland: Sky Sports App

Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport App

Australia: Kayo Sports App  

Global (70+ countries): YuppTV App

Some streaming platforms have lower-cost mobile-only subscriptions. Look for a data-efficient mode or low video quality settings on the app if you have limited data.

 VPN Tips for Watching IPL 2026 Stream

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Please note that some streaming services may block VPN users from accessing their service. Make sure to review the streaming service’s terms of service and follow all digital laws in your region. Streaming with a VPN may be illegal in some countries.

Listen to Live Commentary IPL 2026 Match

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IPL 2026: Match 65 Kolkata Knight Riders(KKR) vs Mumbai Indians(MI)

The BCCI has officially announced that IPL season 2026 will begin on 28^th  March. The 74 league-stage matches for the 19^th  season of the Indian Premier League are slated to take place across 61 days at 12 locations. 

IPL 2026:  Kolkata Knight Riders

Kolkata Knight Riders, three-time IPL champions, are currently enduring one of their most difficult seasons in recent history. As of May 3, 2026, the team is struggling to find consistency and is fighting to stay out of the bottom tier of the points table.

Team Overview (IPL 2026)

• Captain: Ajinkya Rahane
• Head Coach: Abhishek Nayar
• Home Ground: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
• Owners: Red Chillies Entertainment & Mehta Group

IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians

Mumbai Indians are the most successful franchise in IPL history with five titles, though they are currently navigating a challenging transitional period in the 2026 season. Led by Hardik Pandya, the team is fighting to regain its legendary “big match” consistency.

Team Overview (IPL 2026)

• Captain: Hardik Pandya
• Head Coach: Mahela Jayawardene
• Home Ground: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
• Owners: Reliance Industries (Indiawin Sports Pvt. Ltd.)

About Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Location: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Eden Gardens, Kolkata is around 30 min and covers a distance of around 18 kms

Capactiy: 67,551

KKR vs  MI Head to Head Records & Stats

Performance in last 1 Year

Top Performers in last 1 Year

KKR 2026 Full Squad:

Ajinkya Rahane (c), Rinku Singh, Quinton de Kock, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Ramandeep Singh, Andre Russell, Anrich Nortje, Harshit Rana, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakaravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Mayank Markande, Rovman Powell, Manish Pandey, Spencer Johnson, Luvnith Sisodia, Anukul Roy, Moeen Ali, Chetan Sakariya.

MI 2026 Full Squad Players List:

Hardik Pandya (c), Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Tilak Varma, Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton, Mitchell Santner, Reece Topley, Naman Dhir, Robin Minz, Karn Sharma, Allah M Ghazanfar, Ashwani Kumar, Shrijith Krishnan, Raj Angad Bawa, Satyanarayana Raju, Bevon Jacobs, Lizaad Williams, Vignesh Puthur

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If you’re looking to watch IPL 2026 matches live stream for free then you’re out of luck. Every broadcast channel/streaming service will require you to purchase a subscription.

If you are a Jio subscriber then you might be able to bundle your subscription with certain Jio prepaid plans. Certain prepaid plans offer JioHotstar subscription bundled. Check which prepaid bundles are offered by Jio.

Unofficial sources which stream IPL 2026 matches include illegal streaming websites. Not only is it illegal to watch streams from these websites but the video quality is low. Please do not use these sites.

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians IPL Streaming in India

JioStar is the official streaming partner for IPL 2026 matches being held in India. Jio merged both JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar to come up with a new platform called JioHotstar in early 2026. IPL 2026 streaming in India will now take place on JioHotstar. JioHotstar has over 750 million subscribers throughout India. JioHotstar provides streams in Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Bengali.

Subscription Details

JioHotstar requires a paid subscription for IPL 2026. Free streaming from previous seasons is no longer available. As of late March 2026, the updated plans are as follows:

Click here for Subscription : https://www.jio.com/jcms/airfiber/ott/hotstar/

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians IPL TV Channels to Watch Live in India

Star Sports Network will telecast all the IPL matches on their channels:

English commentators will telecast on Star Sports 1 and Star Sports 1 HD.

Hindi commentators will telecast on Star Sports 1 Hindi and Star Sports 1 Hindi HD.

Star Sports also telecasts cricket matches in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Bengali on their respective language channels.

Star Sports channels are a part of the sports package of all major DTH providers. Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV and other cable companies offer Star Sports. The channel numbers and pricing of packages differ from provider to provider

Live Telecast Streaming Available to Watch IPL 2026 Worldwide?

Based on your location, here is where you can watch IPL 2026 Live:

TV Channel

 Live streaming platforms Available to Watch IPL 2026 worldwide/

Live stream  IPL 2026 on  Mobile

Most platforms have an official mobile app that you can download to live stream matches on your phone. You can use the below apps based on your location:

India: JioHotstar App

USA, Canada: Willow TV App

UK, Ireland: Sky Sports App

Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport App

Australia: Kayo Sports App           

Global (70+ countries): YuppTV App

Some streaming platforms have lower-cost mobile-only subscriptions. Look for a data-efficient mode or low video quality settings on the app if you have limited data.

 VPN Tips for Watching IPL 2026 Stream

Many international travelers use a VPN to access streaming services from their home country. If you currently have an active subscription to a streaming platform in your home country, you can use a VPN to virtually connect to servers in your home country.

Please note that some streaming services may block VPN users from accessing their service. Make sure to review the streaming service’s terms of service and follow all digital laws in your region. Streaming with a VPN may be illegal in some countries.

Listen to Live Commentary IPL 2026 Match

For Live commentary, you have a few options. Listen to All India Radio (AIR) for local coverage in India. If you are in another cricket-loving country, the local radio may play commentary of the match.

IPL 2026: Match 64  Rajasthan Royals(RR)  vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)

The BCCI has officially announced that IPL season 2026 will begin on 28^th  March. The 74 league-stage matches for the 19^th  season of the Indian Premier League are slated to take place across 61 days at 12 locations. 

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals

Royal Rajasthan daredevils are now known as Rajasthan Royals (RR) for the 2026 IPL season. They have ushered in a new era this year with a change in leadership and are among the most complete teams in the league at the moment. The team has an exciting young batting lineup who like to go big and has switched up their tactics as well.

Team Overview (IPL 2026)

• Captain: Riyan Parag (taking over the mantle this season)
• Head Coach: Kumar Sangakkara
• Home Grounds: Sawai Mansingh Stadium (Jaipur) & ACA Stadium (Guwahati)
• Owner: Royal Multisport Private Limited

IPL 2026: Lucknow Super Giants

Lucknow Super Giants are navigating a challenging 2026 IPL season, defined by a major leadership change and a struggle to find consistent momentum. As of early May, the team is fighting to climb out of the bottom half of the table.

Team Overview (IPL 2026)

• Captain: Rishabh Pant (Newly appointed for 2026)
• Head Coach: Justin Langer
• Home Ground: BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
• Owners: RPSG Group (Sanjiv Goenka)

About Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

Location: Jaipur International airport (JIA) to Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur is around 20 min and covers a distance of around 9.2 kms

Capactiy: 23,400

RR vs  LSG Head to Head Records & Stats

Performance in last 1 Year

Top Performers in last 1 Year

RR 2026 Full Squad:

Sanju Samson (c),Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Nitish Rana, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dhruv Jurel, Shubham Dubey, Shimron Hetmyer, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma, Kunal Singh Rathore, Akash Madhwal, Kumar Kartikeya, Kwena Maphaka, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Ashok Sharma, Vaibhav Suryavanshi.

LSG 2026 Full Squad Players List:

Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Akash Deep, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Ravi Bishnoi, Prince Yadav, Shahbaz Ahmed, Matthew Breetzke, Himmat Singh, Manimaran Siddharth, Akash Maharaj Singh, Shamar Joseph, Arshin Kulkarni, Yuvraj Chaudhary, RS Hangargekar, Aryan Juyal.

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FAQ:

Rajasthan Royals vs Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2026 Where To Watch For Free?

If you’re looking to watch IPL 2026 matches live stream for free then you’re out of luck. Every broadcast channel/streaming service will require you to purchase a subscription.

If you are a Jio subscriber then you might be able to bundle your subscription with certain Jio prepaid plans. Certain prepaid plans offer JioHotstar subscription bundled. Check which prepaid bundles are offered by Jio.

Unofficial sources which stream IPL 2026 matches include illegal streaming websites. Not only is it illegal to watch streams from these websites but the video quality is low. Please do not use these sites.

Rajasthan Royals vs Lucknow Super Giants IPL Streaming in India

JioStar is the official streaming partner for IPL 2026 matches being held in India. Jio merged both JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar to come up with a new platform called JioHotstar in early 2026. IPL 2026 streaming in India will now take place on JioHotstar. JioHotstar has over 750 million subscribers throughout India. JioHotstar provides streams in Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Bengali.

Subscription Details

JioHotstar requires a paid subscription for IPL 2026. Free streaming from previous seasons is no longer available. As of late March 2026, the updated plans are as follows:

Click here for Subscription : https://www.jio.com/jcms/airfiber/ott/hotstar/

Rajasthan Royals vs Lucknow Super Giants IPL TV Channels to Watch Live in India

Star Sports Network will telecast all the IPL matches on their channels:

English commentators will telecast on Star Sports 1 and Star Sports 1 HD.

Hindi commentators will telecast on Star Sports 1 Hindi and Star Sports 1 Hindi HD.

Star Sports also telecasts cricket matches in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Bengali on their respective language channels.

Star Sports channels are a part of the sports package of all major DTH providers. Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV and other cable companies offer Star Sports. The channel numbers and pricing of packages differ from provider to provider

Live Telecast Streaming Available to Watch IPL 2026 Worldwide?

Based on your location, here is where you can watch IPL 2026 Live:

TV Channel

Live streaming platforms Available to Watch IPL 2026 worldwide/

Live stream  IPL 2026 on  Mobile

Most platforms have an official mobile app that you can download to live stream matches on your phone. You can use the below apps based on your location:

India: JioHotstar App

USA, Canada: Willow TV App

UK, Ireland: Sky Sports App

Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport App

Australia: Kayo Sports App       

Global (70+ countries): YuppTV App

Some streaming platforms have lower-cost mobile-only subscriptions. Look for a data-efficient mode or low video quality settings on the app if you have limited data.

 VPN Tips for Watching IPL 2026 Stream

Many international travelers use a VPN to access streaming services from their home country. If you currently have an active subscription to a streaming platform in your home country, you can use a VPN to virtually connect to servers in your home country.

Please note that some streaming services may block VPN users from accessing their service. Make sure to review the streaming service’s terms of service and follow all digital laws in your region. Streaming with a VPN may be illegal in some countries.

Listen to Live Commentary IPL 2026

IPL2026Live commentary, you have a few options. Listen to All India Radio (AIR) for local coverage in India. If you are in another cricket-loving country, the local radio may play commentary of the match.

IPL 2026 Match 63 Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)

The BCCI has officially announced that IPL season 2026 will begin on 28^th  March. The 74 league-stage matches for the 19^th  season of the Indian Premier League are slated to take place across 61 days at 12 locations. 

IPL 2026: Chennai Super Kings

Chennai Super Kings are in a significant transition phase during the 2026 IPL season. Under the captaincy of Ruturaj Gaikwad, the five-time champions are currently battling inconsistency as they strive to secure a playoff spot and move into the “post-Dhoni” era.

Team Overview (IPL 2026)

• Captain: Ruturaj Gaikwad
• Head Coach: Stephen Fleming
• Home Ground: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk), Chennai
• Owners: Chennai Super Kings Cricket Limited

IPL 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) look to be the biggest “powder kegs” for the 2026 season. The “intent first” approach of their batting line up has translated really well this year as they’ve found seamless ways to include their new high-profile recruits into the existing core. They look like a playoff-contending top-four team once again.

Team Overview (IPL 2026)

• Captain: Ishan Kishan (New for 2026)
• Head Coach: Daniel Vettori
• Home Ground: Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad
• Owner: Sun Group (Kaviya Maran)

About Venue: M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

Location: Chennai International Airport (MAA) to M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai is around 20 min and covers a distance of around 19 kms

Capactiy: 37,505

CSK vs SRH Head to Head Records & Stats

Performance in last 1 Year

Top Performers in last 1 Year

CSK 2026 Full Squad:

Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), MS Dhoni, Shivam Dube, Matheesha Pathirana, Ayush Mhatre,  Noor Ahmad, Ravichandran Ashwin, Devon Conway, Syed Khaleel Ahmed, Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Vijay Shankar, Sam Curran, Shaik Rashid, Anshul Kamboj, Mukesh Choudhary, Deepak Hooda, Gurjanpreet Singh, Nathan Ellis, Jamie Overton, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Ramakrishnan Ghosh, Shreyas Gopal, Vansh Bedi, Andre Siddarth, Sanju Samson

SRH 2026 Full Squad Players List:

Pat Cummins (c), Ishan Kishan (wk), Atharva Taide, Abhinav Manohar, Aniket Verma, Sachin Baby, Smaran Ravichandran, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Travis Head, Harshal Patel, Kamindu Mendis, Wiaan Mulder, Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Shami, Rahul Chahar, Simarjeet Singh, Zeeshan Ansari, Jaydev Unadkat, Eshan Malinga

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FAQ:

Chennai Super Kings Vs Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL 2026 Where To Watch For Free?

If you’re looking to watch IPL 2026 matches live stream for free then you’re out of luck. Every broadcast channel/streaming service will require you to purchase a subscription.

If you are a Jio subscriber then you might be able to bundle your subscription with certain Jio prepaid plans. Certain prepaid plans offer JioHotstar subscription bundled. Check which prepaid bundles are offered by Jio.

Unofficial sources which stream IPL 2026 matches include illegal streaming websites. Not only is it illegal to watch streams from these websites but the video quality is low. Please do not use these sites.

Chennai Super Kings Vs Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL Streaming in India

JioStar is the official streaming partner for IPL 2026 matches being held in India. Jio merged both JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar to come up with a new platform called JioHotstar in early 2026. IPL 2026 streaming in India will now take place on JioHotstar. JioHotstar has over 750 million subscribers throughout India. JioHotstar provides streams in Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Bengali.

Subscription Details

JioHotstar requires a paid subscription for IPL 2026. Free streaming from previous seasons is no longer available. As of late March 2026, the updated plans are as follows:

Click here for Subscription : https://www.jio.com/jcms/airfiber/ott/hotstar/

Chennai Super Kings Vs Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL TV Channels to Watch Live in India

Star Sports Network will telecast all the IPL matches on their channels:

English commentators will telecast on Star Sports 1 and Star Sports 1 HD.

Hindi commentators will telecast on Star Sports 1 Hindi and Star Sports 1 Hindi HD.

Star Sports also telecasts cricket matches in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Bengali on their respective language channels.

Star Sports channels are a part of the sports package of all major DTH providers. Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV and other cable companies offer Star Sports. The channel numbers and pricing of packages differ from provider to provider

Live Telecast Streaming Available to Watch IPL 2026 Worldwide?

Based on your location, here is where you can watch IPL 2026 Live:

TV Channel

Live streaming platforms Available to Watch IPL 2026 worldwide/

Live stream IPL 2026 on Mobile

Most platforms have an official mobile app that you can download to live stream matches on your phone. You can use the below apps based on your location:

India: JioHotstar App

USA, Canada: Willow TV App

UK, Ireland: Sky Sports App

Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport App

Australia: Kayo Sports App  

Global (70+ countries): YuppTV App

Some streaming platforms have lower-cost mobile-only subscriptions. Look for a data-efficient mode or low video quality settings on the app if you have limited data.

 VPN Tips for Watching IPL 2026 Stream

Many international travelers use a VPN to access streaming services from their home country. If you currently have an active subscription to a streaming platform in your home country, you can use a VPN to virtually connect to servers in your home country.

Please note that some streaming services may block VPN users from accessing their service. Make sure to review the streaming service’s terms of service and follow all digital laws in your region. Streaming with a VPN may be illegal in some countries.

Listen to Live Commentary IPL 2026

IPL 2026 Live commentary, you have a few options. Listen to All India Radio (AIR) for local coverage in India. If you are in another cricket-loving country, the local radio may play commentary of the match.

IPL 2026 Match 58:  Punjab Kings(PKBS) vs Mumbai Indians (MI)

The BCCI has officially announced that IPL season 2026 will begin on 28^th  March. The 74 league-stage matches for the 19^th  season of the Indian Premier League are slated to take place across 61 days at 12 locations. 

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings

After a roller coaster ride, Punjab became the team to beat this season. After finishing as runners-up in the 2025 season. Punjab saw a change in leadership and it looks like they are sitting pretty at the top of the table currently.

Team Details (IPL 2026)

• Captain – Shreyas Iyer
• Coach – Ricky Ponting
• Home Ground – Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh
• Owners – Mohit Burman, Ness Wadia, Preity Zinta, and Karan Paul

IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians

Mumbai Indians are the most successful franchise in IPL history with five titles, though they are currently navigating a challenging transitional period in the 2026 season. Led by Hardik Pandya, the team is fighting to regain its legendary “big match” consistency.

Team Overview (IPL 2026)

• Captain: Hardik Pandya
• Head Coach: Mahela Jayawardene
• Home Ground: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
• Owners: Reliance Industries (Indiawin Sports Pvt. Ltd.)

About Venue: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala

Location: Gaggal Airport (DHM) (also known as Kangra Airport) to Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala is around 30 min and covers a distance of around 15 kms

Capactiy: 23,000

PKBS vs MI Head to Head Records & Stats

Performance in last 1 Year

Top Performers in last 1 Year

PBKS 2026 Full Squad:

Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh(w), Shreyas Iyer(c), Nehal Wadhera, Josh Inglis, Shashank Singh, Glenn Maxwell, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Suryansh Shedge, Yash Thakur, Harpreet Brar, Praveen Dubey, Pyla Avinash, Musheer Khan, Harnoor Singh, Kuldeep Sen, Azmatullah Omarzai, Aaron Hardie, Vishnu Vinod, Marcus Stoinis.

MI 2026 Full Squad Players List:

Hardik Pandya (c), Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Tilak Varma, Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton, Mitchell Santner, Reece Topley, Naman Dhir, Robin Minz, Karn Sharma, Allah M Ghazanfar, Ashwani Kumar, Shrijith Krishnan, Raj Angad Bawa, Satyanarayana Raju, Bevon Jacobs, Lizaad Williams, Vignesh Puthur

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FAQ:

Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians IPL 2026 Where To Watch For Free?

If you’re looking to watch IPL 2026 matches live stream for free then you’re out of luck. Every broadcast channel/streaming service will require you to purchase a subscription.

If you are a Jio subscriber then you might be able to bundle your subscription with certain Jio prepaid plans. Certain prepaid plans offer JioHotstar subscription bundled. Check which prepaid bundles are offered by Jio.

Unofficial sources which stream IPL 2026 matches include illegal streaming websites. Not only is it illegal to watch streams from these websites but the video quality is low. Please do not use these sites.

Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians IPL Streaming in India

JioStar is the official streaming partner for IPL 2026 matches being held in India. Jio merged both JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar to come up with a new platform called JioHotstar in early 2026. IPL 2026 streaming in India will now take place on JioHotstar. JioHotstar has over 750 million subscribers throughout India. JioHotstar provides streams in Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Bengali.

Subscription Details

JioHotstar requires a paid subscription for IPL 2026. Free streaming from previous seasons is no longer available. As of late March 2026, the updated plans are as follows:

Click here for Subscription : https://www.jio.com/jcms/airfiber/ott/hotstar/

Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians IPL TV Channels to Watch Live in India

Star Sports Network will telecast all the IPL matches on their channels:

English commentators will telecast on Star Sports 1 and Star Sports 1 HD.

Hindi commentators will telecast on Star Sports 1 Hindi and Star Sports 1 Hindi HD.

Star Sports also telecasts cricket matches in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Bengali on their respective language channels.

Star Sports channels are a part of the sports package of all major DTH providers. Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV and other cable companies offer Star Sports. The channel numbers and pricing of packages differ from provider to provider

Live Telecast Streaming Available to Watch IPL 2026 Worldwide?

Based on your location, here is where you can watch IPL 2026 Live:

TV Channel

Live streaming platforms Available to Watch IPL 2026 worldwide/

Live stream  IPL 2026 on  Mobile

Most platforms have an official mobile app that you can download to live stream matches on your phone. You can use the below apps based on your location:

India: JioHotstar App

USA, Canada: Willow TV App

UK, Ireland: Sky Sports App

Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport App

Australia: Kayo Sports App           

Global (70+ countries): YuppTV App

Some streaming platforms have lower-cost mobile-only subscriptions. Look for a data-efficient mode or low video quality settings on the app if you have limited data.

 VPN Tips for Watching IPL 2026 Stream

Many international travelers use a VPN to access streaming services from their home country. If you currently have an active subscription to a streaming platform in your home country, you can use a VPN to virtually connect to servers in your home country.

Please note that some streaming services may block VPN users from accessing their service. Make sure to review the streaming service’s terms of service and follow all digital laws in your region. Streaming with a VPN may be illegal in some countries.

Listen to Live Commentary IPL 2026 Match

For Live commentary, you have a few options. Listen to All India Radio (AIR) for local coverage in India. If you are in another cricket-loving country, the local radio may play commentary of the match.

IPL 2026:  Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings

The BCCI has officially announced that IPL season 2026 will begin on 28^th  March. The 74 league-stage matches for the 19^th  season of the Indian Premier League are slated to take place across 61 days at 12 locations. 

About Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

Location: Indira Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) in Hyderabad to Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad is around 48 min and covers a distance of around 27.5 kms

Capactiy: 39,952

SRH vs RR Head to Head Records & Stats

Performance in last 1 Year

Top Performers in last 1 Year

SRH 2026 Full Squad:

Pat Cummins (c), Ishan Kishan (wk), Atharva Taide, Abhinav Manohar, Aniket Verma, Sachin Baby, Smaran Ravichandran, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Travis Head, Harshal Patel, Kamindu Mendis, Wiaan Mulder, Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Shami, Rahul Chahar, Simarjeet Singh, Zeeshan Ansari, Jaydev Unadkat, Eshan Malinga

CSK 2026 Full Squad Players List:

Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), MS Dhoni, Shivam Dube, Matheesha Pathirana, Ayush Mhatre,  Noor Ahmad, Ravichandran Ashwin, Devon Conway, Syed Khaleel Ahmed, Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Vijay Shankar, Sam Curran, Shaik Rashid, Anshul Kamboj, Mukesh Choudhary, Deepak Hooda, Gurjanpreet Singh, Nathan Ellis, Jamie Overton, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Ramakrishnan Ghosh, Shreyas Gopal, Vansh Bedi, Andre Siddarth.

FAQ:

Where Can I Watch Free  Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings Online IPL Streams?

IPL 2026 will be live-streamed for free on JioCinema in 12 languages. Following are the details of the IPL 2026 Live Telecast Channel List for various locations across the world:

TV Channel

Where Can I Watch Free Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings Free IPL 2026 Live Telecast App?

IPL 2026 Live Telecast: The following Live TV app claimed to provide IPL 2026 Live Telecast. However, these, are not official app but work in some countries. Following are the details of App that allows to watch IPL 2026 Live Telecast for free:

• Jio Cinema
• OreoTV Live
• Thop Live Cricket
• Live NetTV
• PikaShow
• HD Streamz APK
• AOS TV

 How to watch IPL 2026 matches live online?

The IPL live-streaming game has completely changed after Jio Cinema’s announcement that the IPL 2026 will be live-streamed for free. This year, cricket fans won’t have to spend money on an OTT subscription to access the live stream of IPL 2026 as all the matches will be available in 4K Resolution (Ultra HD) for free in 12 languages including English, Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali, and Bhojpuri, across all telecom operators. The Jio Cinema also claims to provide a multi-cam feature for free this season.

How to watch IPL 2026 matches live on Television?

Star Sports Network will broadcast the IPL 2026 games on Television. So, like previous editions, Star Sports Network will broadcast IPL matches this year as well.Viacom18 and Times Internet together won the Package D. While Viacom18 has Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Caribbean, South Africa, Sub Saharan Africa, UK, Ireland and Continental Europe rights; Times Internet got Middle East and North Africa (MENA) as well as the United States region in their kitty.

IPL 2026:  Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals

The BCCI has officially announced that IPL season 2026 will begin on 28^th  March. The 74 league-stage matches for the 19^th  season of the Indian Premier League are slated to take place across 61 days at 12 locations. 

About Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Location: Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is around 30  min and covers a distance of around 34 kms

Capactiy: 33,677

RCB vs LSG Head to Head Records & Stats

Performance in last 1 Year

Top Performers in last 1 Year

RCB 2026 Full Squad:

Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar(c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Yash Dayal, Devdutt Padikkal, Rasikh Dar Salam, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh, Abhinandan Singh, Swastik Chikara, Mohit Rathee, Nuwan Thushara, Romario Shepherd, Lungi Ngidi

D 2026 Full Squad Players List:

Jake Fraser-McGurk, Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul(w), Axar Patel(c), Tristan Stubbs, Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar, Sameer Rizvi, Darshan Nalkande, Donovan Ferreira, Dushmantha Chameera, Faf du Plessis, T Natarajan, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Tripurana Vijay, Manvanth Kumar L, Madhav Tiwari.

FAQ:

Where Can I Watch Free  Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals Online IPL Streams?

IPL 2026 will be live-streamed for free on JioCinema in 12 languages. Following are the details of the IPL 2026 Live Telecast Channel List for various locations across the world:

TV Channel

Where Can I Watch Free Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals Free IPL 2026 Live Telecast App?

IPL 2026 Live Telecast: The following Live TV app claimed to provide IPL 2026 Live Telecast. However, these, are not official app but work in some countries. Following are the details of App that allows to watch IPL 2026 Live Telecast for free:

• Jio Cinema
• OreoTV Live
• Thop Live Cricket
• Live NetTV
• PikaShow
• HD Streamz APK
• AOS TV

 How to watch IPL 2026 matches live online?

The IPL live-streaming game has completely changed after Jio Cinema’s announcement that the IPL 2026 will be live-streamed for free. This year, cricket fans won’t have to spend money on an OTT subscription to access the live stream of IPL 2026 as all the matches will be available in 4K Resolution (Ultra HD) for free in 12 languages including English, Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali, and Bhojpuri, across all telecom operators. The Jio Cinema also claims to provide a multi-cam feature for free this season.

How to watch IPL 2026 matches live on Television?

Star Sports Network will broadcast the IPL 2026 games on Television. So, like previous editions, Star Sports Network will broadcast IPL matches this year as well.Viacom18 and Times Internet together won the Package D. While Viacom18 has Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Caribbean, South Africa, Sub Saharan Africa, UK, Ireland and Continental Europe rights; Times Internet got Middle East and North Africa (MENA) as well as the United States region in their kitty.

IPL 2026 RCB vs CSK Highlights

Chennai Super Kings lost their match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 7 wickets at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Tim David scored 70 runs off 26 balls to help Bengaluru chase down the target with ease.

Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) smashed Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by seven wickets on Monday night. Tim David continued his impressive form with another match-winning innings to guide RCB to victory. David arrived at the crease during the death overs and completely smashed the Chennai bowling attack.

Tim David’s Blast

• Completed his half-century in just 26 balls

• Scored at a rate of over 250

• Hit the ball out of the stadium multiple times

David went nuclear and ended up scoring 70 runs off his 26 balls. Thanks to his blitz towards the end of the innings, RCB ended up posting a huge total.

RCB Post Scintillating Batting Performance

Before David joined Rajasthan Royals’ batsman Odean Smith at the crease, RCB batted as follows:

• Got off to flyer in the powerplay

• Their middle-order did not collapse

• Ended their innings strongly in the last five overs

Their total was one of the biggest scores so far this IPL season.

CSK Unable To Score Big

Chennai put up a good fight with the bat, but their innings looked over as soon as they lost quick wickets in the first few overs. While CSK’s middle-order batsman scored a half-century, it wasn’t enough.

• Their required run rate continued to increase

• Royal Challengers Bengaluru bowled tightly

Bowling Performance From RCB

• Best bowler: Bhuvneshwar Kumar (3 wickets)

• Player of the match: Tim David

CSK were bowled out for just 207 runs.

Stats

• RCB: 250

• CSK: 207 all out

• Result: RCB won by 7 wickets

Final Words

RCB vs CSK is always an entertaining match to watch. Bengaluru will feel mighty confident about the remainder of their IPL season with players like Tim David in form.

FAQ:

Where Can I Watch Free Online IPL Streams?

IPL 2026 will be live-streamed for free on JioCinema in 12 languages. Following are the details of the IPL 2026 Live Telecast Channel List for various locations across the world:

TV Channel

Where Can I Watch Free IPL 2026 Live Telecast App?

IPL 2026 Live Telecast: The following Live TV app claimed to provide IPL 2026 Live Telecast. However, these, are not official app but work in some countries. Following are the details of App that allows to watch IPL 2026 Live Telecast for free:

• Jio Cinema
• OreoTV Live
• Thop Live Cricket
• Live NetTV
• PikaShow
• HD Streamz APK
• AOS TV

 How to watch IPL 2026 matches live online?

The IPL live-streaming game has completely changed after Jio Cinema’s announcement that the IPL 2026 will be live-streamed for free. This year, cricket fans won’t have to spend money on an OTT subscription to access the live stream of IPL 2026 as all the matches will be available in 4K Resolution (Ultra HD) for free in 12 languages including English, Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali, and Bhojpuri, across all telecom operators. The Jio Cinema also claims to provide a multi-cam feature for free this season.

How to watch IPL 2026 matches live on Television?

Star Sports Network will broadcast the IPL 2026 games on Television. So, like previous editions, Star Sports Network will broadcast IPL matches this year as well.Viacom18 and Times Internet together won the Package D. While Viacom18 has Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Caribbean, South Africa, Sub Saharan Africa, UK, Ireland and Continental Europe rights; Times Internet got Middle East and North Africa (MENA) as well as the United States region in their kitty.