IPL 2024 in the USA: How to Watch Live Streaming

The Indian Premier League (IPL), arguably the biggest T20 cricket tournament in the world, is back for its 17th edition. This year, IPL 2024 promises thrilling matches, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable moments. If you’re in the United States, here’s how you can catch all the action live:

1. TV Channels and Streaming Options

Willow TV

• Exclusive Home: Willow TV is the exclusive broadcaster for IPL 2024 in the US and Canada.
• Live Coverage: You can watch all the matches on Willow TV.
• Digital Streaming: Stream the games across devices using the Cricbuzz app.

Additional Streaming Services

• Hotstar: If you prefer online streaming, Hotstar is another option to watch IPL matches.
• JioCinema, NOW, YuppTV, Kayo Sports, and Sky Sports (via satellite or VPN) also offer IPL coverage in the USA.

2. IPL 2024 Schedule and Format

• The tournament kicks off on March 22, 2024.
• Due to the general elections in India, fixtures have been announced for only the first 21 games.
• The ten teams are divided into two groups:
  • Group A: Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Capitals, Lucknow Super Giants
  • Group B: Chennai Super Kings, Punjab Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Gujarat Titans

3. Match Timings in the USA

The IPL 2024 match timings in the eight time zones currently in use in the USA are as follows:

• Hawaii Standard Time (UTC -10): 12 am for 3:30 pm (local time) matches, 4 am for 7:30 pm (local time) matches
• Alaska Daylight Time (UTC -8): 2 am for 3:30 pm (local time) matches, 6 am for 7:30 pm (local time) matches
• Pacific Daylight Time (UTC -7): 3 am for 3:30 pm (local time) matches, 7 am for 7:30 pm (local time) matches
• Mountain Daylight Time (UTC -6): 4 am for 3:30 pm (local time) matches, 8 am for 7:30 pm (local time)
• Central Daylight Time (UTC -5): 5 am for 3:30 pm (local time) matches, 9 am for 7:30 pm (local time)
• Eastern Daylight Time (UTC -4): 6 am for 3:30 pm (local time) matches, 10 am for 7:30 pm (local time)

4. Opening Match: Chennai Super Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore

• The opening match features Chennai Super Kings (CSK) against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).
• Date: March 22, 2024
• Time (US): 10:30 am ET / 7:30 am PT
• Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

5. Teams to Watch

Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

• Led by Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, CSK aims for their sixth IPL title.
• Players to watch: M.S. Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja, and Moeen Ali.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)

• Led by Faf du Plessis, RCB seeks their maiden IPL championship.
• Key players: Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, and Will Jacks.

Get ready for an exciting season of IPL cricket! Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual viewer, IPL 2024 promises entertainment, drama, and unforgettable moments. Tune in and enjoy the cricket frenzy! 🏏🔥