Bengaluru will be buzzing with excitement as the top eight teams contest for the trophy in the Vijay Hazare Quarter Finals on January 12th, 2026. Each match will have viewers continuing to watch all day long. Expect to see the most exciting plays from many of the up and coming cricketing stars in the tournament.
Vijay Hazare Trophy Quarter-Finals 2026: Live Streaming, TV Broadcast & Latest Match Updates
Bengaluru, India — January 12, 2026 — The Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 quarter-finals kicked off today with thrilling action as domestic cricket’s best teams battle for a place in the semi-finals. With passionate fans tuning in across India and around the world, here’s the most complete and easy-to-understand guide on how to watch the matches live, what’s happening in the tournament and matchday highlights you should know.
Quarter-Final Schedule & Matchups
The quarter-finals began on Monday, January 12, 2026 in Bengaluru, at the BCCI Centre of Excellence grounds starting from 9:00 AM IST each day.
- Match 1 – Karnataka vs Mumbai — Bengaluru — Jan 12, 09:00 AM IST
- Match 2 – Uttar Pradesh vs Saurashtra — Bengaluru — Jan 12, 09:00 AM IST
- Match 3 – Punjab vs Madhya Pradesh — Jan 13, 09:00 AM IST
- Match 4 – Delhi vs Vidarbha — Jan 13, 09:00 AM IST
- Semifinals — Jan 15 & Jan 16 2026
Final — January 18, 2026 (All matches at BCCI CoE, Bengaluru)
Where to Watch: Live TV Broadcast in India
Star Sports Network holds the official broadcast rights for the Vijay Hazare Trophy quarter-finals and knockout matches. Fans can tune in to the action on:
- Star Sports 1 / Star Sports 1 Hindi (Live TV)
- Star Sports 1 Telugu / Kannada / Tamil / Malayalam (Regional coverage where available)
This means viewers in India can watch all quarter-final matches live on TV from the Star Sports channels with expert commentary and real-time score updates.
Live Streaming & Online Platforms
For viewers who want to stream the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026 matches live, the best and official platform is:
JioCinema (mobile app or website) — Streaming with live commentary and scorecards.
(Subscription or login may be required in India.)
Important: Not all league matches are broadcast. Some fans noted that only select games receive televised coverage due to limited broadcast facilities at venues — especially in earlier rounds.
Live Match Highlights (Jan 12 Quarterfinals)
Karnataka vs Mumbai — Bengaluru (Morning Session)
- Karnataka elected to bowl first after winning the toss.
- Mumbai started cautiously, with key players Sarfaraz Khan and Tushar Deshpande unavailable due to injury/reasons.
- Early overs showed Mumbai at around 70+ runs with a few wickets lost while Karnataka kept disciplined bowling.
Uttar Pradesh vs Saurashtra — Simultaneous Action
- Uttar Pradesh looked strong with positive batting and early partnerships.
- Saurashtra opted to field first.
- Both teams are fighting hard for a semi-final spot.
More detailed scorecards will be updated once games conclude.
Player & Team Watchlist
- Dhruv Jurel (UP) — one of the top performers in the league rounds, scoring consistently high.
- Devdutt Padikkal & other Karnataka batters — in great form heading into knockouts.
- Saurashtra’s bowling attack — economical and disciplined at key moments.
This mix of experienced batters and young talents makes the quarter-finals exciting to watch.
Mayank Agarwal captains Karnataka, relying on Devdutt Padikkal's elegant strokeplay after his recent group-stage tons. Mumbai banks on Sarfaraz Khan's middle-order muscle and young opener Raghuvanshi's promise.
Rinku Singh steers UP with his finishing skills, backed by quicks like Shivam Sharma. Saurashtra's Chetan Sakariya swings the new ball menacingly, as seen in his early breakthrough today.
Prithvi Shaw could light up Delhi vs Vidarbha tomorrow, while Punjab's hitters challenge MP's balanced attack. These stars often graduate to IPL or India colors.
Venue Insights
BCCI Centre of Excellence pitches favor balanced contests, with true bounce aiding seamers early and turn for spinners later. Ground 1 and 2 host parallel games, drawing crowds for domestic passion.​
Weather stays clear at 9 AM starts, around 22°C, ideal for full 50-over thrillers. No rain threats spoil the show.
Expert Tips on Watching the Vijay Hazare Trophy Live
- Tune in before 9 AM IST — matches begin early.
- Check Star Sports schedules for any updates.
- Use JioCinema for smartphone and tablet streaming.
- Look up live scorecards from ESPNcricinfo or official tournament sites if a match isn’t televised.
Why Some Matches Aren’t Televised
Not all Vijay Hazare Trophy games get full TV coverage. This is because the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) focuses broadcast infrastructure in limited stadiums. Multiple games often happen at once in the group stage, and some venues lack camera setups, so only selected matches get live coverage.
Abhishek Goswami 52 runs in 41 balls (8x4, 0x6) Uttar Pradesh 109/3 #UPvSAU #VijayHazare #Elite #QF2 Scorecard:https://t.co/4LSrvzO71T
— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) January 12, 2026
Quick Scores & Results (Recent Days)
- Group Stage Ends: Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Punjab, Delhi and more sealed their quarter-final spots.
- Strong Performances: Dhruv Jurel’s century to help UP into quarters (Dec end).
- Surprise Wins & Upsets: Several teams delivered high-scoring or close matches during league rounds.
Stay for Semis Action
Quarter-finals heat up right now in Bengaluru—keep JioHotstar open for live boundaries and wickets. Karnataka batsmen push hard against Mumbai spinners, while Saurashtra bowlers test UP middle order. Semis on January 15 bring even bigger clashes.news.
Winners grab spots in the January 18 final, chasing Vijay Hazare Trophy glory. Imagine lifting that silverware after months of grind—pure joy for players and fans alike.
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