India begin their FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign with the men’s team facing Wales on Saturday, 15 August, followed by the women’s team taking on China on Sunday, 16 August. The men’s and women’s Hockey World Cups are being staged simultaneously across Belgium and the Netherlands.
For viewers in India, JioHotstar and Star Sports Network are the broadcast partners for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026. Live coverage begins from 4:30 PM onwards, while all 100 matches across the men’s and women’s competitions will be available to stream live on JioHotstar.
India’s matches will also be available on Star Sports channels with English and Hindi commentary.
FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Broadcast Partners in India
| Details | Broadcast Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 |
| India Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
| India TV Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
| Live Coverage | From 4:30 PM onwards |
| Matches Streaming Live | All 100 Matches |
| India Match Commentary | English and Hindi |
| Hosts | Belgium and the Netherlands |
| Tournament Start | 15 August 2026 |
| Men’s Teams | 16 |
| Women’s Teams | 16 |
India vs Wales – Where to Watch FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Live?
The Indian men’s hockey team begins its FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign against Wales on Saturday, 15 August.
Fans in India can watch India vs Wales live streaming on JioHotstar, while the match will also be available on Star Sports Network.
| India vs Wales | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs Wales |
| Competition | Men’s FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 |
| Date | Saturday, 15 August 2026 |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
| TV Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
| Commentary | English and Hindi |
The 2026 World Cup presents India with another opportunity to end a 51-year wait for the men’s world title. India last lifted the Hockey World Cup in 1975.
The Indian men’s team arrives at the tournament after winning the 2025 Asia Cup, while co-hosts Belgium and the Netherlands are also expected to be among the leading contenders. Australia, Germany and Argentina bring considerable tournament experience and are among the other teams to watch.
India vs China – Where to Watch Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026?
India’s women’s team begins its World Cup campaign against China on Sunday, 16 August.
India vs China will stream live on JioHotstar, with Star Sports Network providing the television broadcast in India.
| India vs China | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs China |
| Competition | Women’s FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 |
| Date | Sunday, 16 August 2026 |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
| TV Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
| Commentary | English and Hindi |
The 2026 tournament offers the Indian women’s team an opportunity to make history. India have never won the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup, adding further significance to their campaign in Belgium and the Netherlands.
JioHotstar to Stream All 100 FIH Hockey World Cup Matches
All 100 matches of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 will be streamed live on JioHotstar for hockey fans in India.
The tournament runs for 15 days and features 32 teams, with 16 competing in the men’s World Cup and another 16 participating in the women’s competition.
Star Sports Network will complement the digital coverage, with India’s matches available with English and Hindi commentary.
JioStar is also supporting the tournament with additional programming. The World Cup Dream focuses on the passion and determination of hockey’s elite athletes, while Anthem in the Jersey explores the pride, sacrifice and determination associated with representing a country at the World Cup.
Other programming will explore fans, international rivalries, national identities and the psychology of the game.
New Format for FIH Hockey World Cup 2026
The FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 introduces a different route to the semifinals, with the traditional quarterfinals replaced by a second group stage.
Teams initially play three matches in their opening pool. The top two sides then advance to the second stage, where they play two additional matches.
Head-to-head points from the first stage are carried forward, increasing the importance of every result, point and goal from the opening phase of the competition.
India Chase Hockey World Cup Glory
For the men’s team, the 2026 tournament provides another chance to reclaim a trophy India last won more than five decades ago. The 1975 World Cup remains India’s most recent men’s title, making the current campaign a potential opportunity to end a 51-year wait.
The women’s team, meanwhile, will be pursuing a first-ever Women’s Hockey World Cup title.
The action begins with India vs Wales on 15 August, followed by India vs China on 16 August. Indian viewers can follow the World Cup live through JioHotstar and Star Sports Network, with all 100 matches available on JioHotstar.
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