The Sheffield Shield 2025-26 will start from Saturday, October 4, with the clash between Queensland vs Tasmania. A total of 6 teams are participating in the 123-year-old tournament. It is a 4-day match tournament which will be played in 2 phases. The first phase will run from October 4 to December 8 for 18 matches. The second phase will start after the conclusion of the BBL from February 5, 2026.
If you want to enjoy this tournament, here is the complete live-streaming and broadcasting information for the Sheffield Shield 2025-26 season.
Live-Streaming In India
In India, fans can enjoy the Sheffield Shield matches for the 2025 season on the FanCode platform. All the matches will be available on its app and website with live-streaming, score updates and highlights of the match.
FanCode provides a smooth streaming experience on multiple devices like smartphones, tablets, and laptops. Additionally, for general updates, fans can follow ESPNcricinfo and Cricbuzz for real-time scorecards and commentary.
Live-Streaming In Australia
The Cricket Australia app will offer free live streaming of all Sheffield Shield matches as well as other domestic cricket fixtures in Australia.
The app is accessible on iOS, Android, and via web browsers, making it convenient for cricket fans to watch matches live from anywhere.
Kayo Sports is another platform to watch the Sheffield Shield with a subscription-based streaming service.
Broadcasting In Australia
Here are the main broadcasting platforms which will broadcast the Sheffield Shield 2025.
Fox Cricket
Fox Cricket will also broadcast selected Sheffield Shield matches via the Foxtel pay-TV service and Foxtel Go app. Although it won’t broadcast all matches, it will primarily focus on key matches and the grand final.
The channel offers high-quality TV broadcasts with expert commentary and analysis, making it a preferred choice for traditional TV viewers.
Schedule Of Sheffield Shield 2025-26
A total of 31 matches, including the final, will be played during the Sheffield Shield 2025-26.
| Date & Day | Match No. | Match Name | Venue | Local Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 04, Saturday – October 07, Tuesday | Match 1 | Queensland vs Tasmania | Allan Border Field, Brisbane | 10:00 AM |
| October 04, Saturday – October 07, Tuesday | Match 2 | South Australia vs Victoria | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 10:30 AM |
| October 04, Saturday – October 07, Tuesday | Match 3 | Western Australia vs New South Wales | W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth | 10:30 AM |
| October 15, Wednesday – October 18, Saturday | Match 4 | Victoria vs New South Wales | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 10:30 AM |
| October 15, Wednesday – October 18, Saturday | Match 5 | Tasmania vs Western Australia | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 10:30 AM |
| October 15, Wednesday – October 18, Saturday | Match 6 | South Australia vs Queensland | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 10:30 AM |
| October 28, Tuesday – October 31, Friday | Match 7 | Victoria vs Tasmania | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 10:30 AM |
| October 28, Tuesday – October 31, Friday | Match 8 | Queensland vs New South Wales | The Gabba, Brisbane | 10:00 AM |
| October 28, Tuesday – October 31, Friday | Match 9 | Western Australia vs South Australia | W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth | 10:30 AM |
| November 10, Monday – November 13, Thursday | Match 10 | New South Wales vs Victoria | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney | 10:30 AM |
| November 10, Monday – November 13, Thursday | Match 11 | Tasmania vs South Australia | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 10:30 AM |
| November 11, Tuesday – November 14, Friday | Match 12 | Western Australia vs Queensland | W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth | 10:30 AM |
| November 22, Saturday – November 25, Tuesday | Match 13 | New South Wales vs Tasmania | Cricket Central, Sydney | 10:30 AM |
| November 22, Saturday – November 25, Tuesday | Match 14 | Queensland vs Victoria | The Gabba, Brisbane | 02:00 PM |
| November 22, Saturday – November 25, Tuesday | Match 15 | South Australia vs Western Australia | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 02:30 PM |
| December 04, Thursday – December 07, Sunday | Match 16 | Victoria vs Western Australia | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne | 10:30 AM |
| December 05, Friday – December 08, Monday | Match 17 | New South Wales vs Queensland | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney | 10:30 AM |
| December 05, Friday – December 08, Monday | Match 18 | South Australia vs Tasmania | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 10:30 AM |
| February 05, Thursday – February 08, Sunday | Match 19 | New South Wales vs South Australia | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney | 10:30 AM |
| February 05, Thursday – February 08, Sunday | Match 20 | Victoria vs Queensland | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne | 10:30 AM |
| February 05, Thursday – February 08, Sunday | Match 21 | Western Australia vs Tasmania | W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth | 10:30 AM |
| February 16, Monday – February 19, Thursday | Match 22 | Queensland vs South Australia | The Gabba, Brisbane | 10:00 AM |
| February 16, Monday – February 19, Thursday | Match 23 | Western Australia vs Victoria | W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth | 10:30 AM |
| February 16, Monday – February 19, Thursday | Match 24 | Tasmania vs New South Wales | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 02:30 PM |
| March 05, Thursday – March 08, Sunday | Match 25 | Tasmania vs Victoria | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 10:30 AM |
| March 05, Thursday – March 08, Sunday | Match 26 | Queensland vs Western Australia | TBC, TBC | 05:30 AM |
| March 05, Thursday – March 08, Sunday | Match 27 | South Australia vs New South Wales | Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide | 10:30 AM |
| March 14, Saturday – March 17, Tuesday | Match 28 | New South Wales vs Western Australia | Cricket Central, Sydney | 10:30 AM |
| March 14, Saturday – March 17, Tuesday | Match 29 | Victoria vs South Australia | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 10:30 AM |
| March 14, Saturday – March 17, Tuesday | Match 30 | Tasmania vs Queensland | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 10:30 AM |
| March 26, Thursday – March 29, Sunday | Final | TBC vs TBC | TBC, TBC | 05:00 AM |
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Conclusion: Enjoy Sheffield Shield 2025-26 On Multiple Platforms
Fans can enjoy the Sheffield Shield 2025-26 with multiple live-streaming and broadcasting platforms.
Kayo Sports and the Cricket Australia Live App will live-stream the tournament. Although you need to purchase a subscription for Kayo Sports, the Cricket Australia Live App is free.
Apart from this, Fox Cricket will broadcast the matches for TV users. Indian users can enjoy Australia’s domestic tournament on FanCode.
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