Where & how to watch WBBL 2026 in India?
(Courtesy : Cricket Australia)
WBBL 2026 will run from October 29 to December 5.
The Women’s Big Bash League 2026 (WBBL) began on October 29, with a match between Melbourne Renegades and Sydney Thunder at Melbourne’s Junction Oval. Hobart Hurricanes are the defending WBBL champions and will look to retain the title.
The Hurricanes defeated the Perth Scorchers by eight wickets to win their historic first-ever Women’s Big Bash League title.
Four teams are vying to become the most successful side by winning the WBBL title for a record third time. The four sides are the Sydney Sixers, Adelaide Strikers, Brisbane Heat and Sydney Thunder.
The WBBL 2026 playoffs will begin on December 1. Meanwhile, Ellyse Perry, Madeline Penna, Ashleigh Gardner, Beth Mooney, and Chloe Ainsworth are a few stars to watch out for in this edition. Check out the live telecast and streaming details.
Live streaming details of the WBBL 2026
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Fans in India can watch the WBBL 2026 on Star Sports Network. Meanwhile, live streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website.
Earlier, JioStar held the live streaming rights, but it has now shifted to FanCode. You will need to purchase a subscription to watch matches on this website.
Typically, a match is played in the Women’s Big Bash League almost every day except on Saturdays and a few selected Thursdays and Sundays. On the aforementioned days, two games are often played. The first match begins at 8:10 AM (IST), while the second starts at 1:40 PM (IST).
Every team plays 10 matches in a double round-robin format, with some opponents played twice. Each of the eight teams plays three teams twice and four teams once. Later, the top four sides qualify for the knockouts.
The 3rd and 4th-placed sides clashed in the knockout game. The winner of the knockout qualifies for the challenger, where they clash against the second-placed side. The winner of the challenger gets a spot in the final, where they face the league toppers.
Where and how to watch the WBBL 2026 in India?
Indian fans can watch the WBBL 2026 on Star Sports Network. Meanwhile, live streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website.
How many teams are clashing in the WBBL 2026?
Eight teams are locking horns in the tournament.
When will the WBBL 2026 final take place?
The Women’s Big Bash League 2026 final will take place on December 5.
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