Wimbledon Live Stream in India 2026 — Watch on Star Sports, JioHotstar & Free Options
Want to watch a Wimbledon live stream in India? Star Sports holds the broadcast rights for India, while JioHotstar (formerly Disney+ Hotstar) is the go-to digital streaming platform. With millions of Indian tennis fans following Wimbledon each year, this guide covers every way to stream the 2026 Championships — including affordable and free options.
Indian fans can watch Wimbledon 2026 live on Star Sports 2, Star Sports Select on TV, and stream every match online on JioHotstar. JioHotstar requires a subscription but is one of the most affordable sports streaming platforms in India with plans starting at just ₹299/year.
Star Sports — Official Wimbledon Broadcast in India
Star Sports has held Wimbledon broadcast rights in India for several years. Coverage in 2026 is available across multiple Star Sports channels with both English and Hindi commentary options.
| Channel | Coverage | Commentary |
|---|---|---|
| Star Sports 2 | Featured matches — main draw | English |
| Star Sports Select 1 | Premium court matches HD | English |
| Star Sports Select 2 | Secondary court coverage | English |
| Star Sports 1 Hindi | Selected matches | Hindi |
Star Sports is available through all major DTH and cable providers in India including Tata Sky (now Tata Play), Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV, and Sun Direct. Add the sports pack to get access to Star Sports 2 and Select channels.
JioHotstar — Best Way to Stream Wimbledon Online in India
JioHotstar (the rebranded Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema merged platform) is the most popular and affordable way to stream Wimbledon live online in India. The platform offers multiple subscription tiers:
JioHotstar Mobile
Starting from ₹299/year. Covers Wimbledon live streams on mobile devices only. Perfect for watching on smartphone or tablet.
JioHotstar Super
~₹899/year. Includes TV and mobile access. HD quality. Full Wimbledon coverage on all screens.
JioHotstar Premium
~₹1,499/year. Ultra HD where available, up to 4 simultaneous screens. Ideal for families watching on smart TVs.
Free Wimbledon Live Stream in India — Options to Know
- JioHotstar free tier: JioHotstar has a limited free tier that includes some sports content — check if Wimbledon matches are available on the free plan during the tournament.
- Jio bundled plans: Many Jio prepaid recharges include JioHotstar subscription — if you have an active Jio plan, check the MyJio app for entertainment access.
- VPN + BBC iPlayer: Connect to a UK VPN server and create a free BBC account to watch every Wimbledon match free via BBC iPlayer.
- YouTube highlights: The official Wimbledon YouTube channel posts extended match highlights and press conferences free — ideal for those who can’t catch matches live.
Wimbledon 2026 Schedule in India (IST)
| Event | Date (2026) | IST Time | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | June 29 | 3:30 PM | Star Sports 2, JioHotstar |
| Round 2 | July 1–2 | 3:30 PM | Star Sports 2, JioHotstar |
| Quarterfinals | July 8–9 | 3:30 PM | Star Sports 2, JioHotstar |
| Women’s Semifinal | July 10 | 3:30 PM | Star Sports 2, JioHotstar |
| Men’s Semifinal | July 11 | 3:30 PM | Star Sports 2, JioHotstar |
| Women’s Final | July 12 | 6:30 PM | Star Sports, JioHotstar |
| Men’s Final | July 13 | 6:30 PM | Star Sports, JioHotstar |
India’s IST is 4.5 hours ahead of BST, making Wimbledon one of the best Grand Slams for Indian viewers with matches running from afternoon into evening — no early morning wake-ups required!
📌 Summary — Wimbledon Live Stream in India
- TV: Star Sports 2 and Star Sports Select on DTH/cable
- Online: JioHotstar from ₹299/year — most affordable Grand Slam streaming
- Check your Jio plan — Wimbledon access may already be included
- Free option: VPN + BBC iPlayer (UK server) for zero-cost streaming
- Matches air from 3:30 PM IST — perfect afternoon schedule for Indian viewers
