The Indian Premier League 2026 returns with another high-voltage fixture as Rajasthan Royals lock horns with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Match 16 of the tournament.
The game is scheduled to take place at the ACA Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on April 10, and cricket fans across India and around the world are already looking for the best ways to catch the action live.
How to Watch RR vs RCB Live in India
For viewers in India, the match will be available on two platforms: JioHotstar for online streaming and the Star Sports network for television broadcast.
JioHotstar offers the most flexible viewing experience, with support for multiple commentary languages including Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bhojpuri, and Haryanvi.
The platform also features multi-cam angles, 4K resolution on its Premium plan, and commentary in over 12 languages. An active subscription is required to access the stream.
| Plan | Price | Features |
| Mobile Plan | Rs 79/month | Standard quality, mobile only |
| Super Plan (HD) | Rs 149/month | HD quality, multiple devices |
| Premium Plan (4K) | Rs 299/month | 4K resolution, full features |
On television, Star Sports carries the broadcast across several channels to cater to regional audiences.
| Channel | Language |
| Star Sports 1 / HD | English |
| Star Sports 1 Hindi / HD | Hindi |
| Regional Channels | Tamil, Telugu, Kannada |
Viewing Options for International Fans
For fans outside India, coverage is widely available across multiple regions through dedicated broadcasters and streaming services.
| Region | TV Channel | Streaming Platform |
| USA and Canada | Willow TV | Willow TV App, Sling TV, FuboTV |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go, NOW TV |
| Australia | Fox Cricket | Kayo Sports, Foxtel |
| South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App, DStv Stream |
| Middle East and North Africa | CricLife | StarzPlay, beIN Connect |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go NZ |
| Sri Lanka | N/A | ThePapare.com |
| Afghanistan | Ariana Television | N/A |
| Rest of World (70+ countries) | N/A | YuppTV |
With the defending champions RCB going up against a resurgent Rajasthan Royals side, this match has all the ingredients of a classic IPL encounter.
Regardless of where you are watching from, both platforms offer a seamless experience to make sure fans do not miss a single delivery.
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What to Expect From This Match
Both teams arrive at this contest in strong form, making it one of the more anticipated clashes of the early phase of IPL 2026. RCB come in as the defending champions and have carried that confidence into the new season, winning their opening games and sitting comfortably near the top of the points table. Their batting depth combined with a well-balanced bowling attack has been the foundation of that early run of results.
Rajasthan Royals, meanwhile, have been equally impressive. Their squad blends powerful batting with handy all-rounders, and they have shown the ability to win games in different conditions. On paper, this match represents an even contest between two sides that are both capable of producing match-winning performances on any given day.
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