Where to Watch Duleep Trophy 2026-27 Live Streaming Online and TV Channel Telecast
Catch the Duleep Trophy 2026-27 live from August 23 to September 10! India's domestic red-ball season begins today with two quarter-final matches: East Zone vs North-East Zone and North Zone vs West Zone, played at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
The much-anticipated Duleep Trophy 2026-27 officially gets underway today, August 23, 2026, marking the start of India's extensive domestic cricket calendar. The tournament, now in its 63rd edition, returns to its traditional zonal format, promising a thrilling red-ball spectacle as six regional teams vie for the coveted trophy. Ishan Kishan to Lead East Zone in Duleep Trophy 2026-27; Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Named Vice-Captain.
Two quarter-final encounters are scheduled to commence simultaneously this morning at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) grounds in Bengaluru. In a high-profile contest, East Zone, led by Ishan Kishan and featuring 15-year-old sensation and vice-captain Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, will take on North-East Zone at CoE Ground 2. Concurrently, North Zone squares off against West Zone, captained by Ruturaj Gaikwad, at CoE Ground 1. All quarter-final and semi-final matches in Bengaluru will be played behind closed doors.
Defending champions Central Zone, under the leadership of Rajat Patidar, and last season's runners-up South Zone have earned direct qualification to the semi-finals, awaiting the winners of these opening matches.
Match Schedule & Venues
Today's quarter-finals will run from August 23 to August 26, 2026, with play starting at 9:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) each day.
| Match | Dates | Time (IST) | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Zone vs North-East Zone | August 23-26, 2026 | 9:30 AM | CoE Ground 2, Bengaluru | Quarter-final |
| North Zone vs West Zone | August 23-26, 2026 | 9:30 AM | CoE Ground 1, Bengaluru | Quarter-final |
The semi-finals are slated for August 30 - September 2 at the same Bengaluru venues. The grand final, a five-day affair, has been relocated to the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai and will be played from September 6 to 10, allowing spectators to witness the championship decider. BCCI Introduces Match-Long Ban for Deliberate No-Balls in Domestic Cricket.
Live Streaming and TV Telecast in India
Cricket fans in India can enjoy comprehensive coverage of the Duleep Trophy 2026-27 across various platforms. All matches will be available for live streaming, ensuring no moment of the action is missed.
| Region | TV Channel | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network (selected matches, including final) | JioHotstar (all matches) |
Star Sports Khel will provide live TV telecast for Duleep Trophy 2026-27 matches, including finals, semi-finals and quarterfinals.
With key domestic stars and emerging talents like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set to shine, the Duleep Trophy promises an engaging start to the Indian domestic season, serving as a crucial proving ground for players aspiring for higher honours. Be sure to tune in and follow all the enthralling red-ball action.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 23, 2026 11:17 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
