Olympics cricket LA 2028 live streaming will be available through Peacock in the USA, BBC iPlayer in the UK, Nine/Stan in Australia, and CBC Gem in Canada, with region-specific broadcasters confirmed for 50+ countries worldwide.
Cricket returns to the Olympic Games after 128 years at LA 2028, with both men’s and women’s T20 tournaments scheduled from July 12 to 29, 2028, at the Knight Riders Cricket Ground in Pomona, California.
This guide covers every confirmed broadcaster, streaming platform, match timing across time zones, and free viewing option so you can plan your Olympics cricket experience well ahead of the first ball.
Country-Wise Broadcasting and Streaming Rights for LA 2028 Olympics Cricket
Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) produces the world feed for every Olympic sport, including cricket.
From there, regional broadcasters pick up the feed and deliver it to their territory.
Below is the full confirmed list of LA 2028 Olympics broadcasters, compiled from the IOC’s official rights-holder page and Wikipedia’s verified broadcaster list.
| Country / Region | TV Broadcaster | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| United States | NBC, Telemundo, Versant (CNBC, USA Network) | Peacock |
| United Kingdom | BBC | BBC iPlayer |
| Australia | Nine | 9Now / Stan Sport |
| India & Subcontinent | TBC (IOC tender opened July 2025) | TBC |
| Canada | CBC / Radio-Canada | CBC Gem |
| Europe (49 territories) | EBU Members + Warner Bros. Discovery | Discovery+ / Max |
| Germany | ARD / ZDF | ARD Mediathek / ZDF Mediathek |
| France | France Televisions | france.tv |
| Japan | Japan Consortium (NHK) | NHK Plus / TVer |
| South Korea | JTBC | Naver |
| China | CMG (CCTV) | CCTV App |
| Middle East & North Africa | beIN Sports | beIN Sports Connect / TOD |
| Latin America | Claro Sports | Claro Sports App |
| Mexico | TelevisaUnivision | ViX |
| Brazil | Grupo Globo / Caze TV | Globoplay |
| New Zealand | Sky NZ | Sky Sport Now |
| Italy | RAI | RaiPlay |
| Spain | RTVE | RTVE Play |
| Netherlands | NOS | NOS App / NPO Start |
As a result, all TV broadcasters listed above also hold digital streaming rights unless specified otherwise. So you can access live streaming of Olympics cricket on both traditional TV and each broadcaster’s app or website.
How to Watch Olympics Cricket 2028 Live Streaming for Free
Fortunately, several broadcasters will offer free live streaming of the 2028 Olympics, including cricket. Since public-service broadcasters in many countries must show the Games without a paywall, you may not need to pay a penny.
Free Streaming in the United Kingdom
BBC will broadcast at least 200 hours of the LA 2028 Olympics on free-to-air TV, with full live coverage available on BBC iPlayer at no extra cost.
Specifically, you just need a BBC account (free to create) and a valid UK TV licence.
Since cricket starts at 9:00 AM and 6:30 PM LA time (5:00 PM and 2:30 AM BST), the first session is ideal for UK viewers watching during their late afternoon.
Free Streaming in Australia
Nine holds exclusive Australian rights for the Olympics through 2032.
Similarly, free streaming will flow through 9Now, Nine’s free ad-supported platform, while Stan Sport offers extended coverage with multi-cam feeds for subscribers.
Consequently, Australian cricket fans will catch matches at 2:00 AM and 11:30 AM AEST, with the morning session lining up well for pre-lunch viewing.
Free Streaming Across Europe
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) secured free-to-air rights across its member networks, with each broadcaster committed to a minimum of 200 hours of coverage.
In other words, viewers in Germany (ARD/ZDF), France (France Televisions), Spain (RTVE), Italy (RAI), Netherlands (NOS), and dozens more can stream Olympics cricket on their national broadcaster’s free digital platform.
Other Free Options Around the World
Additionally, CBC Gem in Canada streams all Olympic events free with ads.
Furthermore, the Olympic Channel on Olympics.com may also stream certain events free in territories where no exclusive deal exists, though the IOC typically confirms coverage details closer to the Games.
Peacock, BBC iPlayer, and Other Key Streaming Platforms
Peacock (United States)
Peacock is NBCUniversal’s primary streaming platform for the Olympics.
During the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, for instance, Peacock streamed over 2,500 hours of live coverage across every sport.
For LA 2028, therefore, expect every single cricket match to stream live on Peacock, alongside features like Multiview (watch up to four events simultaneously) and OLI, NBC’s AI-powered Olympic guide for finding events.
Currently, Peacock plans start at $7.99/month (with ads), and cricket coverage will also air on NBC’s linear channels during prime time.
BBC iPlayer (United Kingdom)
BBC has been a consistent Olympic broadcaster and will carry live cricket streaming on BBC iPlayer alongside BBC TV channels.
Moreover, there are no subscription fees beyond the standard UK TV licence, and on-demand replays plus highlights stay available through iPlayer for 30 days after the event.
9Now and Stan Sport (Australia)
Nine secured exclusive Australian Olympic rights through 2032 in a deal announced in February 2023.
Meanwhile, free coverage runs on 9Now, while Stan Sport will offer premium multi-camera feeds, replays, and dedicated cricket coverage streams.
Because the morning session at 11:30 AM AEST fits perfectly into a normal viewing schedule, Australian cricket fans should find this particularly appealing.
Discovery+ / Max (Europe)
Warner Bros. Discovery holds pay-TV and streaming rights across 49 European territories through 2032.
Depending on your country, however, Olympics cricket live streaming will sit on Discovery+, Max, or Eurosport digital platforms alongside the free-to-air EBU coverage.
Indian Subcontinent Broadcasting Rights: The Billion-Dollar Question
This is where things get seriously interesting for Olympics cricket fans in India.
The IOC opened a formal tender for LA 2028 broadcasting rights across the Indian subcontinent (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives) in July 2025, with a deadline of August 13, 2025.
Specifically, three separate packages are up for grabs: multiplatform rights (TV + digital), TV-only, and digital-only.
Why the Price Tag Is Soaring
Viacom18 paid $31 million for the Paris 2024 Olympics rights in India.
For LA 2028, however, the IOC expects bids to reach a significant multiple of that figure. In fact, reports from The Guardian and BusinessToday estimated the 2028 rights could fetch approximately $185 million.
And the reason is simple: cricket. When the Paris 2024 Olympics had zero cricket, $31 million was the ceiling. Now that India’s national obsession features on the programme, broadcasters will pay dramatically more.
Who Might Win the India Rights
As of mid-2026, nobody has publicly confirmed the winner. Nevertheless, the leading contenders include JioHotstar (which already holds IPL digital rights), Sony Sports Network, and Viacom18/JioCinema.
IOC Managing Director Anne-Sophie Voumard called cricket’s inclusion a potential game-changer for the Indian market and the entire Olympic movement.
Once the India broadcaster announces the deal, expect the streaming platform to offer dedicated Olympics cricket live streaming with Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu commentary options, similar to how IPL coverage operates.
Olympics Cricket 2028 Match Schedule and Timings Across Time Zones
Cricket at the LA 2028 Olympics starts on July 12, 2028, two days before the official Opening Ceremony on July 14.
Moreover, most matchdays feature double-headers, with two matches scheduled back-to-back.
| Date | Event | Stage |
|---|---|---|
| July 12, 2028 | Women’s Tournament Begins | Group Stage |
| July 14, 2028 | No cricket (Opening Ceremony) | – |
| July 20, 2028 | Women’s Medal Matches | Gold + Bronze |
| July 21, 2028 | Men’s Tournament Begins | Group Stage |
| July 29, 2028 | Men’s Medal Matches | Gold + Bronze |
Match Start Times Across Key Time Zones
The schedule has been deliberately designed to maximize Indian viewership, with the two daily slots lining up with prime-time and early morning viewing windows in India.
| LA Time (PDT) | IST (India) | BST (UK) | AEST (Australia) | ET (US East) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | 9:30 PM | 5:00 PM | 2:00 AM (+1) | 12:00 PM |
| 6:30 PM | 7:00 AM (+1) | 2:30 AM (+1) | 11:30 AM (+1) | 9:30 PM |
For Indian fans, accordingly, the 9:00 AM PDT slot translates to 9:30 PM IST, which is a genuine prime-time window. Meanwhile, the second match at 6:30 PM PDT becomes 7:00 AM IST the next morning, perfect for catching cricket with your chai before the workday starts.
On the other hand, UK viewers get the better end of the stick with a 5:00 PM BST start for the first match, while Australian fans face a tough 2:00 AM AEST wake-up call for the morning session.
Tournament Format and Team Qualification for LA 2028 Olympic Cricket
T20 Format with Six Teams Per Gender
Both the men’s and women’s competitions follow the T20 format with six teams each.
In particular, each team gets a 15-member squad from a total of 90 athlete quotas per gender.
Importantly, the tournament uses a two-phase structure:
| Phase | Details |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 (Groups) | Six teams split into two groups of three. Each team plays the other two in its group. |
| Phase 2 (Cross-group) | Teams play those in the opposite group who did not finish in the same position. Results from all four matches determine the final rankings. |
| Medal Matches | 1st vs 2nd plays for the Gold Medal. 3rd vs 4th plays for the Bronze Medal. |
| Total Matches | 28 matches across both men’s and women’s tournaments. |
How Teams Qualify: Continental System
The ICC has moved away from a pure rankings-based system in favour of a regional qualification pathway.
Instead of a pure rankings system, five spots go to the top-ranked team from each of the five Olympic ring regions, with the sixth spot filled through a global qualifier.
| Region | Likely Men’s Qualifier | Likely Women’s Qualifier |
|---|---|---|
| Asia | India | India |
| Oceania | Australia | Australia |
| Europe | Great Britain | Great Britain |
| Africa | South Africa | South Africa |
| Americas | USA (Host) / West Indies | USA (Host) / West Indies |
| Global Qualifier | TBD | TBD |
One critical consequence of this system: an India vs Pakistan match at the Olympics is unlikely since only one Asian team qualifies. Pakistan would need to come through the global qualifier to face India on the Olympic stage.
The ECB, Cricket Scotland, and Cricket Ireland have already formed Great Britain Cricket as an entity to field a combined team at the Games.
Knight Riders Cricket Ground, Pomona: The Olympic Cricket Venue
All Olympic cricket matches will take place at the Knight Riders Cricket Ground at the Fairplex in Pomona, roughly 50 km from downtown Los Angeles.
Specifically, construction began in April 2026 with a groundbreaking ceremony led by Pomona mayor Tim Sandoval, Knight Riders Sports CEO Venky Mysore, and ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Stadium Name | Knight Riders Cricket Ground |
| Location | Fairplex, Pomona, Los Angeles County, California |
| Distance from LA | Approximately 50 km (30 miles) from downtown Los Angeles |
| Capacity (Olympics) | 15,000 (expanding from 5,000 initially to 12,000 by 2027, then 15,000 by 2028) |
| Construction Cost | $21 million (funded by Knight Riders Group) |
| Owner | Knight Riders Sports (co-led by Shah Rukh Khan) |
| MLC Home Team | Los Angeles Knight Riders |
In contrast to the temporary modular stadium built in Nassau County, New York for the 2024 T20 World Cup (which was dismantled afterward), this venue stays permanent and will serve as the home of MLC’s Los Angeles Knight Riders long after the Olympics end.
ICC Chairman Jay Shah described the stadium as a proud moment for all ICC members.
Practical Tips for Streaming Olympics Cricket 2028 Without Interruptions
Before the tournament kicks off, streaming a live T20 match requires different preparation than catching highlights on YouTube. So here are a few things worth sorting out in advance.
Set Up Your Streaming Subscriptions Early
First, do not wait until July 12 to sign up. Every major Olympics streaming event in recent history has seen server congestion on Day 1.
Instead, download the Peacock app, BBC iPlayer, or your local broadcaster’s app ahead of time, create your account, and test the stream on your preferred device (smart TV, phone, laptop).
Check Your Internet Speed
Second, a stable 10 Mbps connection is the minimum for 1080p streaming. For 4K (if available), you will need at least 25 Mbps.
If you live in a region with inconsistent broadband, consider downloading matches for offline viewing where the platform allows it.
Use a VPN Responsibly
Finally, some streaming platforms block VPN connections to enforce geo-restrictions. If you travel during the Games, check whether your home country’s broadcaster app allows overseas access (BBC iPlayer, for example, requires a UK IP address).
Final Word
In summary, Olympics cricket LA 2028 live streaming will be the most accessible cricket event in history, with 50+ broadcasters spanning every continent.
Essentially, Peacock covers the USA, BBC iPlayer handles the UK, Nine takes Australia, and the Indian subcontinent broadcaster will follow soon.
Bookmark this page and come back closer to July 2028 for updated broadcaster confirmations, exact match schedules, and streaming links.
FAQs
Yes, absolutely. Public broadcasters like BBC (UK), Nine/9Now (Australia), ARD/ZDF (Germany), France Televisions (France), and CBC Gem (Canada) will all stream Olympic cricket for free.
Peacock is the primary streaming home for all Olympic sports in the USA, with linear coverage on NBC and Versant cable channels.
A total of 28 matches across the men’s and women’s T20 tournaments.
As mentioned above, the IOC opened a formal tender in July 2025 for the Indian subcontinent broadcast rights. As of mid-2026, the winner has not been publicly announced, so stay tuned for updates.
The two daily match slots translate to 9:30 PM IST and 7:00 AM IST (the following morning).
Unlikely under the current continental qualification system, since only one Asian team qualifies directly. Pakistan would need to qualify through the global qualifier route.
The Olympic Channel on Olympics.com offers some free coverage in territories without exclusive broadcast deals. However, for guaranteed live cricket coverage, check your country’s official rights holder from the table above.