The T20 World Cup is finally here, and if you’re excited about the matches but not thrilled about paying for another OTT subscription, there’s a simple workaround. Your prepaid mobile plan might already cover it.
Telecom operators Reliance Jio, Airtel and Vodafone Idea (Vi) are offering low-cost data packs that bundle a JioHotstar Mobile subscription, letting users stream matches live without buying a separate plan. And yes, the cheapest option starts at less than ₹100.
Here’s a quick breakdown of the most affordable ways to catch every ball live on your phone.
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Reliance Jio: Budget-friendly and straightforward
Reliance Jio
Jio users can opt for the ₹100 Cricket Data Pack, currently one of the simplest ways to unlock streaming.
The pack gives 5GB of high-speed data with a 30-day validity, along with a 30-day JioHotstar Mobile subscription. That’s enough for multiple matches if you’re watching in standard mobile quality.
Do note, this is a data add-on. You’ll still need an active base prepaid plan for calls and regular services. But if you already have one, this pack keeps things cheap and hassle-free.
For many users, this feels like the sweet spot between price and usability.
Vodafone Idea (Vi): Cheapest entry point
Vodafone Idea
If you just want access today without spending much, Vi has the lowest starting price.
The ₹44 pack includes 1GB data for one day. But here’s the interesting part — the JioHotstar Mobile subscription stays active for 30 days. So technically, you’re paying ₹44 to unlock the platform for a month.
Of course, 1GB won’t last long for live cricket. This pack works best if you already have another data plan and just need the streaming access.
For regular viewing, Vi’s ₹101 pack makes more sense. It offers 5GB data with 30-day validity plus the same one-month subscription.
Airtel: More data for the same price
Bharti Airtel
Airtel’s ₹100 data pack is designed almost exactly like Jio’s, but with slightly more data.
Users get 6GB high-speed data, 30-day validity and a 30-day JioHotstar Mobile subscription bundled together.
Again, this is an add-on pack, so it works only with an existing unlimited or active prepaid plan. But for those planning to stream full matches on mobile, the extra gigabyte can come in handy.
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So, which one should you pick?
If budget is your top priority, Vi’s ₹44 plan is the absolute cheapest way to unlock access.
If you want comfortable data for multiple matches, Jio’s ₹100 or Airtel’s ₹100 packs are better bets. Airtel edges slightly ahead on data, while Jio keeps things simple and widely available.
Either way, you don’t really need a separate OTT subscription anymore. For less than the cost of a pizza, you’re sorted for the entire tournament.
As the T20 action kicks off, these small prepaid add-ons might just be the easiest hack to stay match-ready without burning a hole in your wallet.
