What happened to IPL broadcasting in Bangladesh?
JioStar has ended its IPL broadcasting agreement with TSports in Bangladesh. Because of this decision, there is currently no official broadcaster for IPL 2026 in Bangladesh.
Why did JioStar cancel the deal with TSports?
JioStar reportedly cancelled the agreement because TSports failed to pay the licensing fees on time. The company said that repeated non-payment violated the contract, so the deal was terminated immediately.
Will people in Bangladesh be able to watch IPL 2026?
At the moment, Bangladeshi fans cannot legally watch Indian Premier League 2026 on television or streaming platforms. Until JioStar signs a new deal with another broadcaster, there will be no official way to watch the tournament in Bangladesh.
Was the IPL rights deal supposed to continue longer?
Yes. The original agreement between JioStar and TSports covered IPL broadcasting rights from 2023 to 2027. However, the partnership ended early because of the payment dispute.
Can another company get the IPL rights in Bangladesh?
Yes. JioStar can still sign a new agreement with another broadcaster or streaming company in Bangladesh. Many experts believe a new partner may be announced before the IPL season continues because Bangladesh is a major cricket market.
Why is this a big issue for cricket fans?
Bangladesh has millions of IPL fans who regularly follow teams like Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings. The absence of an official broadcaster means many fans may miss the matches.