The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is in full swing! Co-hosts Sri Lanka are set to take on Oman tomorrow in a vital Group B clash at the picturesque Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. After a strong start to their campaign, the Lions will look to leverage their home advantage against a disciplined Oman side.
Whether you’re watching from the stands in Pallekele or your couch at home, here is how to catch the action live.
1. India: Watch Live on JioHotstar & Star Sports
For fans in India, the tournament is being broadcast across the JioStar network.
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- Streaming:JioHotstar (Website and App)
- Features: Vertical mobile-first feed, 360-degree views, and multi-cam options (Stump, Hero, and Field views).
- Languages: English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.
- Television: Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, and Star Sports Hindi.
- Timing:
- Toss: Thursday, Feb 12, at 10:30 AM IST.
- Match Start: 11:00 AM IST.
2. Sri Lanka: Watch Live on Dialog TV
As the co-host nation, coverage in Sri Lanka is extensive across multiple platforms.
- Television: Dialog TV (Official Partner), TV Supreme (Free-to-Air), and PEO TV.
- Streaming: ThePapare.com website and the Dialog Play mobile app.
- Radio: Ball-by-ball commentary is available on Derana FM.
- Timing: 11:00 AM SLST (local time).
3. Global Broadcast Partners
If you are watching from other parts of the world, here are your official channels:
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| Region | TV Channel | Streaming Platform |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow DTC / Amazon Prime |
| UK & Ireland | Sky Sports Cricket | NOW / Sky Go |
| Middle East (Oman/UAE) | CricLife Max | StarzPlay |
| Australia | — | Prime Video |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App |
| Rest of the World | — | ICC.tv (Free in select regions) |
4. Match Context: The Stakes
- Sri Lanka: Currently sitting near the top of Group B. A win here virtually guarantees them a spot in the Super Eights before they face their biggest group-stage test against Australia.
- Oman: Known for their “giant-killing” potential, Oman will rely on their spin department to exploit the Pallekele surface, which traditionally offers more grip as the match progresses.
Quick Match Summary
| Detail | Information |
| Event | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 (Group B) |
| Venue | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy |
| Date | Thursday, February 12, 2026 |
| Time | 11:00 AM IST / 11:00 AM SLST |
