Hotstar Sports live stream: How to watch sports on Disney Plus Hotstar

Disney+ Hotstar is a live streaming app that provides access to different sports and Disney-owned content on your mobile device, computer, or TV. 

You can watch live cricket, football, tennis, and other sports matches with Hotstar. Hotstar is the official broadcaster of major sporting events like the Cricket World Cup and the Indian Premier League. 

It offers over 100,000 hours of programming and is available in 17 different languages, making it a great option for sports fans worldwide. 

Follow this guide to learn more about how to watch sports on Hotstar Online.

What is Disney+ Hotstar

Disney+ Hotstar, the premium subscription service, gives users exclusive content and features, such as ad-free viewing and HD-quality streaming.

The built-in chat feature lets users connect with friends while watching live content. It is one of India’s most popular streaming apps, with over 100 million downloads on the Google Play Store alone.

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Channels available at Hotstar

Disney Plus Hotstar network has a span of 11 channels across its platform.

• Star Sports 1
• Star Sports 2
• Star Sports 3
• Star Sports First
• Star Sports 1 Hindi
• Star Sports 1 Tamil
• Star Sports 1 Telugu
• Star Sports 1 Kannada
• Star Sports 1 Bangla
• Star Sports Select 1
• Star Sports Select 2

These channels offer live and on-demand coverage of various sports events, including cricket, football, and kabaddi.

Sports Available at Hotstar

You can watch cricket, football, kabaddi, tennis, badminton, and more on Hotstar. You can also watch exclusive content such as pre-game and post-game analysis shows, player interviews, and more on the platform.

There’s so much available to watch for sports fans:

• Cricket (IPL, World Cup T20, Ashes, Asia Cup, plus all the live domestic and international matches)
• Football (English Premier League, Hero ISL, Bundesliga)
• Tennis (ATP Cup Tennis)
• Kabaddi (PKL Pro Kabaddi League)
• Boxing
• MotorSports (Formula 1)
• E-Sports

Watch Cricket live streaming On Hotstar

Catch all the nail-biting cricket action live with Hotstar Sports channels! With online streaming on any device, you can access India’s Premier League matches and all International cricket tournaments, including the T20 league.

Football live streaming On Hotstar

Hotstar broadcasts several football games for its viewers all around the world. This includes significant tournaments like UEFA Champions League, La Liga, Bundesliga, and Serie A and minor leagues such as MLS and Indian Super League.

You can also follow international competitions like FIFA World Cup, European Championships, and Copa America. Hotstar also offers detailed information such as scorecards, team stats, and more to enrich the football fan experience.

Watch Formula 1 live streaming On Hotstar

Hotstar offers live streaming of all the f1 racing events with high-definition quality. You can easily watch the Formula 1 season; no interruptions are guaranteed.

Besides live streaming, Hotstar offers features that make it an ideal platform for Formula 1 fans. You can keep track of your favorite drivers and teams with real-time updates and check the latest race results and standings. This makes it easier to stay up-to-date with the latest news and developments in F1 and be a part of the action!

Basketball matches live streaming on Hotstar

Hotstar Sports is a one-stop destination for all the basketball fans out there! Fans can indulge in NBA action live on Hotstar.

Catch every thrilling match and stay on top of news updates with a single click.

These are some of the Basketball tournaments that you can watch:

• FIBA Basketball World Cup
• FIBA EuroBasket
• Euro League Final Four
• FIBA World Olympic Qualifying Tournament
• FIBA AmeriCup
• Spalding Hoophall Classic
• FIBA Asia Cup
• AfroBasket

Watch Tennis grand slams live streaming on Hotstar

All the major tennis grand slams can be streamed on Disney plus Hotstar. The broadcasting rights may vary yearly with SonyLiv, but among the top 4 grand slams, you can watch at least 1-2 per year.

Watch Badminton Live streaming on Hotstar

The live coverage of various badminton tournaments and matches can be found on the App. You can watch Badminton using any device, including your Smart TV, mobile devices, or Amazon Firestick.

Some of the badminton events that you may be able to watch include:

• BWF World Tour Super 750 tournaments
• Asian Games
• Commonwealth Games
• All England Open

Hotstar Apps and Compatible Devices

• iOS and Android devices
• Laptops
• Smart TVs
• Amazon Firestick
• Apple TV
• PlayStation 4

How to sign up on Hotstar

To sign up for Hotstar sports, follow these steps:

1. Download the Hotstar app.
2. Click on “Sign Up”.
3. Choose a subscription plan.
4. Provide your details: Enter your name, email address, and password to create an account.
5. Add payment details: Add your payment details to complete the sign-up process.
6. Verify your account.
7. You can stream your favorite sports matches and other content on Hotstar.

That’s it! You are now signed up for Hotstar and ready to enjoy live sports programming.

Pricing for Hotstar Premium Subscription

Features	Super Plan	Premium Plan
Content	Movies, live sports, TV, specials	Movies, live sports, TV, specials
Device Compatibility	TV or laptop	TV or laptop
Ad-free	Yes (except for sports)	Yes (except for sports)
Number of Devices	Up to 2	Up to 4
Max Video Quality	Full HD (1080p)	4K (2160p)
Max Audio Quality	Dolby 5.1	Dolby 5.1
Price (in INR)	899/year	299/month or 1499/year

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Disney+ and Disney+ Hotstar the same?

Yes, except Hotstar adds a lot of local programming for Indian users. You can still access the Disney+ catalog in India via Hotstar.

Why isn’t Hotstar available in the USA?

Hotstar was discontinued in the USA since Disney+ Hotstar was offered as a separate platform in late 2022. You will be able to make use of a Hotstar Live stream in the USA once those plans are final.

Can I use Hotstar for live football streaming?

Yes, you can. Hotstar will stream the Premier League and other football tournaments, such as the AFC Cup.

Is Star Sports available on hotstar?

Yes, Star Sports 1 channel is available on the platform.

How to cancel Hotstar Subscription?

You can cancel your Hotstar Subscription by logging into your account and navigating to the ‘My Account section. You can click the ‘Subscription’ tab and select ‘Cancel Subscription’. This will immediately stop all future payments and you won’t be charged for further subscription renewals.