India vs Pakistan isn’t just another cricket match — it’s prime-time drama for millions of fans. And with the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 clash set for February 15 in Colombo, everyone is figuring out the simplest and cheapest way to watch it live on their phone.
The good news: you don’t need an expensive subscription. Jio, Vi and Airtel have rolled out budget prepaid packs — some starting as low as ₹44 — that bundle JioHotstar Mobile access with data. If you already have a base recharge, these small add-ons are enough to stream the full match live.
Here’s a quick, easy breakdown of what each operator is offering.
T20 World Cup Free Streaming: Jio, Airtel, Vi Launch ₹44–₹195 Plans with JioHotstar Access
Match details at a glance
The high-voltage India vs Pakistan encounter will be played on February 15, 2026, at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo. The match starts at 7:00 PM IST, and live streaming will be available on JioHotstar.
With more fans moving to mobile streaming instead of TV, telecom operators are clearly betting big on these cricket-focused plans.
Jio recharge plans with JioHotstar access
₹100 data pack
This one’s made for pure budget users. You get 5GB high-speed data with 30 days validity, plus a 30-day JioHotstar Mobile subscription.
It’s a data-only add-on, so an active base plan is required.
₹195 data pack
Need more data for the tournament? This plan offers 15GB total data with 90 days validity and a 90-day JioHotstar Mobile subscription.
Again, it works only with an active base recharge.
For regular streamers, this feels like the most practical Jio option.
Vi recharge plans with JioHotstar access
₹44 sachet pack
Probably the cheapest entry ticket. You get 1GB data for one day, but still receive a 30-day JioHotstar Mobile subscription.
Great if you only want access to the match day.
₹101 pack
Offers 5GB data with 30 days validity and one-month JioHotstar access. Works as a data add-on with a base plan.
₹151 pack
Comes with 4GB data but stretches validity to 90 days. You also get a three-month JioHotstar subscription, which is useful if you plan to follow the full tournament.
₹169 pack
A slightly bigger bundle with 8GB data and 90 days validity. Includes three months of JioHotstar Mobile access.
Balanced option for longer viewing and extra data.
Airtel recharge plans with JioHotstar access
₹100 data pack
Gives 6GB high-speed data for 30 days along with a 30-day JioHotstar Mobile subscription.
You must already have an unlimited calling base plan.
₹195 pack
Provides 12GB data with 30 days validity, one-month JioHotstar subscription and additional Airtel Xstream Play benefits.
A decent choice if you stream more than just cricket.
So, which plan should you pick?
If you just want to watch India vs Pakistan for one evening, the ₹44 Vi pack or ₹100 add-ons from Jio/Airtel should do the job.
If you’re planning to follow the entire T20 World Cup, the longer 90-day packs like Jio ₹195 or Vi ₹151/₹169 make more sense and save you from repeated recharges.
Either way, you don’t need to spend big money to catch every ball. A small recharge and you’re sorted.
With the rivalry heating up and Colombo gearing up for a packed stadium, expect record online viewership as well. Better recharge early and avoid last-minute network rush.
