Cricket and football fans have long had to juggle multiple apps, subscriptions and websites just to keep up with the sports they love. Not anymore. VividTV puts IPL highlights, cricket matches and every major football league on one free app, with over 11,000 live channels and unlimited on-demand content.
Here is how to make the most of it, no matter what sport you follow.
Cricket Coverage on VividTV
Cricket is one of VividTV’s strongest categories, with full coverage of:
- Star Sports 1, 2, HD1, HD2 – IPL, India internationals, ICC events
- Star Sports Select 1 & 2 – premier league cricket coverage
- Willow Cricket & Willow Xtra – the go-to for US-based cricket fans
- Sky Sports Cricket – UK-focused, plus England internationals
- Fox Cricket (Australia) – Big Bash League, Ashes coverage
- SuperSport Cricket – South African and African cricket
- PTV Sports – Pakistan cricket
- Ten Sports – subcontinent coverage
Whether you want IPL highlights, live Test matches, T20 leagues, or the ICC Champions Trophy, VividTV has a channel carrying it.
Football Coverage on VividTV
Football is even bigger. Live channels cover:
- Sky Sports Premier League, Football, Main Event – EPL flagship
- TNT Sports (formerly BT Sport) – Champions League, Europa League
- BEIN Sports MAX 1-10 – FIFA World Cup 2026 in 4K (see our BEIN guide)
- Fox Sports 1 & 2 – MLS, USMNT, marquee international matches
- Sony Ten Sports – South Asian football and EPL
- Movistar Deportes (Spain) – La Liga
- Sky Bundesliga (Germany) – Bundesliga
- Ligue 1 France – Ligue 1
And of course, the FIFA World Cup 2026 is running right now with matches through July 19.
Why Cross-Sport Viewing Wins
Sport fans rarely watch only one sport. Most cricket fans also love football. Most football fans dip into F1, tennis, and boxing. Having everything in one app means:
- No juggling multiple subscriptions
- One remote control for everything
- Easier to catch overlapping events (World Cup + Wimbledon + Test cricket all this month)
- No monthly fees to justify or cancel
How to Find Sports Channels Fast
- Open vividtv.live/channels
- Filter by category: Sport
- Or search by channel name (Sky, BEIN, Star, Willow, etc.)
- Bookmark your favourites for one-tap access next time
On the Android app, favourites sync across sessions so your go-to channels are always at the top.
What’s Live in July 2026
July is one of the busiest months in the sporting calendar. Right now on VividTV you can watch:
- FIFA World Cup 2026 – Round of 16 through Final (July 19)
- Wimbledon 2026 – through July 12
- England vs India Test series – throughout July
- British Grand Prix – July 12 weekend
- Copa America Femenina – women’s football tournament
- The Open Championship (Golf) – starting mid-month
- NBA Summer League – Las Vegas
All available free, no subscription required.
Highlights Only? No Problem
Not everyone wants to watch a full 5-day Test match. VividTV’s on-demand section carries highlights packages from:
- Star Sports (IPL, India cricket)
- Willow (US cricket highlights)
- Sky Sports (Premier League highlights show)
- Match of the Day (BBC)
Perfect for catching up on a busy weekend.
Streaming Tips for Sports
- Use HD or 4K – sports are all about detail. Cricket especially benefits from higher resolution to track the ball.
- Pause is your friend – many streams support DVR-style pause. Use it if you need a break.
- Cast to big screen – sport is better on a TV than a phone.
- Second-screen commentary – keep social media or the VividTV chat open on your phone while watching on TV.
Common Questions
Can I watch IPL on VividTV?
Yes. Star Sports carries IPL live. Willow Cricket also has US-market coverage.
Is Premier League football free on VividTV?
Yes. Sky Sports and TNT Sports channels carry EPL matches live.
Which is better for cricket in the US: Willow or Star?
Willow is US-focused with US-timezone-friendly scheduling. Star Sports has more comprehensive coverage but is India-timezone-focused.
Do I need to sign up?
No. VividTV is completely free with no account required.
Can I use VividTV on Firestick, Chromecast or Smart TV?
Yes. See our full smart TV guide.
Cricket, football, tennis, F1 – one app. Browse VividTV channels now.