Over the past week, from May 5 to May 12, 2026, the cricket world has witnessed significant developments across various formats and competitions.
Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026:
The IPL has been in full swing, featuring intense matches among the league’s ten franchises. Notable fixtures include:
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May 5, 2026: Chennai Super Kings secured an 8-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals. (business-standard.com)
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May 9, 2026: Gujarat Titans dominated Rajasthan Royals, winning by 77 runs. (sports.ndtv.com)
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May 10, 2026: Chennai Super Kings defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 5 wickets, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru edged out Mumbai Indians by 2 wickets. (sports.ndtv.com)
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May 11, 2026: Punjab Kings were leading Sunrisers Hyderabad by 33 runs in the 13th over. (sports.ndtv.com)
The IPL final is scheduled for May 31, 2026, promising an exciting conclusion to the tournament. (tomsguide.com)
International Cricket:
The 2026 Nepal Tri-Nation Series is set to commence on May 12, 2026, featuring Nepal, Scotland, and the United States. This series is part of the 2024–2026 Cricket World Cup League 2 and will be held at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. (en.wikipedia.org)
Cricket Broadcasting:
For fans looking to watch live cricket matches, several options are available:
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United States: Sling TV offers access to Willow TV, broadcasting a wide array of global cricket, including the IPL and international matches, with subscriptions starting from $10/month. ESPN covers other key matches, starting at $11.99/month. (tomsguide.com)
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United Kingdom: Sky Sports and TNT Sports hold broadcasting rights, with some content also available through BBC and county teams’ YouTube channels. (tomsguide.com)
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Australia: A mix of free-to-air (via Seven and Nine Networks) and premium platforms (Kayo and Fox Cricket) provide comprehensive coverage. (tomsguide.com)
These platforms ensure that cricket enthusiasts worldwide can stay updated with live matches and tournaments.
Highlights:
- How to watch cricket live streams – Test matches, ODIs, T20, franchise from anywhere, May fixtures, Published on Tuesday, May 05
