Cricket Live in Pakistan: Where to Watch Today’s Match Legally (2026)
Want to watch cricket live in Pakistan today? This guide shows the legal ways to follow every match on TV, on your phone and online, plus the full schedule for Pakistan’s home season in October and November 2026.
Broadcast partners are announced by the Pakistan Cricket Board before each series. Always check its announcement for the exact channels and apps.
In this guide
- Key takeaways
- Pakistan cricket schedule: October–November 2026
- 1. Watch cricket live on TV
- 2. Watch cricket live on your phone
- 3. Watch on a smart TV without cable
- 4. Follow the live score
- 5. Watch official highlights
- Watching cricket live on mobile data
- Why avoid free cricket live sites
- Frequently asked questions
Key takeaways
- Pakistan hosts Sri Lanka and England from October 9 to November 21, 2026.
- Cricket live on TV is usually on PTV Sports and other sports channels with Pakistan rights.
- Online, licensed apps such as Tamasha, Tapmad and myco have streamed recent Pakistan cricket.
- Live scores are free on the official PCB and ICC apps.
- Avoid free “cricket live” sites and APKs; they are unofficial and often carry malware.
Pakistan cricket schedule: October–November 2026
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 9 | 1st T20I vs Sri Lanka | Rawalpindi |
| Oct 11 | 2nd T20I vs Sri Lanka | Rawalpindi |
| Oct 13 | 3rd T20I vs Sri Lanka | Rawalpindi |
| Oct 18 | ODI tri-series vs Sri Lanka | Rawalpindi |
| Oct 20 | ODI tri-series vs England | Rawalpindi |
| Oct 25 | ODI tri-series vs England | Lahore |
| Oct 27 | ODI tri-series vs Sri Lanka | Lahore |
| Oct 31 | Tri-series final | Lahore |
| Nov 9–13 | 1st Test vs Sri Lanka | Rawalpindi |
| Nov 17–21 | 2nd Test vs Sri Lanka | Lahore |
Schedule as reported in September 2026. Dates and venues can change; check the PCB website before match day.
1. Watch cricket live on TV
PTV Sports, Pakistan’s state sports channel, usually carries Pakistan home matches, often alongside a private sports channel. Both are on most cable and satellite packages, so this is the simplest way to watch a full match without using mobile data.
2. Watch cricket live on your phone
Licensed streaming apps carry Pakistan cricket when they hold the rights. For PSL 2026, Tamasha, Tapmad and myco were all official partners. Install only from Google Play or the App Store; see our Tamasha app guide and Tamasha vs Tapmad.
3. Watch on a smart TV without cable
Install the licensed app on a smart TV or a certified Android TV box, or cast from your phone. See the best Android TV box in Pakistan.
4. Follow the live score
The official PCB and ICC apps and websites update scores ball by ball for free, and Google shows the live score at the top of search results. This uses almost no data.
5. Watch official highlights
Official highlights go up on PCB and broadcaster YouTube channels soon after each match, a free and legal way to catch up.
Watching cricket live on mobile data
A T20 match can use 1–3 GB in HD, and a full ODI much more. Lower the video quality to 480p and use a sports or video bundle; see mobile data packages.
Why avoid free cricket live sites
Pirate cricket streams are full of pop-ups, fake “HD” buttons and betting ads, and many try to install malware. They also cut out at the worst moments. Read the risks of unofficial streaming apps.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch cricket live in Pakistan for free?
PTV Sports on cable and satellite TV is the most widely available option. Online, Jazz users get free daily streaming data on Tamasha when it holds the rights, and live scores and highlights are free on official apps.
Which channel shows Pakistan vs Sri Lanka?
Check the PCB’s broadcast announcement for the series. Pakistan home matches are usually on PTV Sports and partner sports channels, with a licensed app streaming online.
Is it safe to watch cricket live on free websites?
No. Unofficial streams often carry malware and break copyright rules. Stick to TV, licensed apps and official scores.
Final thoughts
The safest way to watch cricket live in Pakistan is through TV and licensed apps. Check the PCB announcement before each series, and bookmark this page for the season’s schedule. For the PSL, see how to watch PSL live.
