IPL 2027 is shaping up as a landmark season. It is the final year of the 2023–2027 media rights cycle, the last edition before the 2028 mega-auction, and the first full season in which Indian fans follow the league on a phone that looks very different from the one they used a few years ago. The mini-auction in Goa on 16 December will set the squads; the apps on your home screen will decide how you experience them.
Below is a guide to the sports and fantasy apps Indian cricket fans are most likely to rely on in IPL 2027: where to watch, where to follow every ball, how fantasy cricket works today, and where to track the betting market. Ratings and download counts are taken from Google Play India in November 2026.
What Changed for Cricket Apps Before IPL 2027
The biggest shift happened off the field. After the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act came into force in August 2025, the major fantasy platforms, including Dream11, MPL and My11Circle, stopped their paid cash contests. Fantasy cricket did not disappear, but it changed shape: free-to-play leagues, rewards, creator watch-alongs and live content now sit where entry fees and cash prizes used to be. By August 2026 Dream11 had discontinued prizes altogether and repositioned itself as a sports engagement platform.
The other change is how apps are installed. Store apps for streaming, scores and free fantasy are all on Google Play and the App Store, while international sportsbooks usually run as web apps that you pin from the browser. Stake works this way: there is no store listing to search for, and the stake app download guide walks through adding it to the home screen on Android and iOS in a few taps, which is worth knowing before the season starts so you are not hunting for unofficial copies.
Streaming has stayed stable. JioStar holds the IPL’s domestic TV and streaming rights for 2023–2027, so JioHotstar remains the home of live matches for one more season before the next rights auction.
IPL 2027 Apps at a Glance
| App | Best for | Google Play rating | Downloads | Cost |
| JioHotstar | Live IPL streaming | 4.3 | 100 crore+ | Subscription plans |
| IPL (official, BCCI) | Ad-free scores, highlights, official IPL Fantasy | 3.7 | 1 crore+ | Free |
| Stake mobile app | Live odds and IPL 2027 betting markets | Mobile web app | – | Free to install |
| Cricbuzz | Fastest scores and commentary | 4.5 | 10 crore+ | Free with ads |
| Cricinfo | Stats, scorecards and analysis | 4.5 | 1 crore+ | Free with ads |
| Dream11 | Free-to-play contests, live sport, community | 4.4 | 10 crore+ | Free, in-app purchases |
| My11Circle | Scores plus free fantasy engagement | 4.2 | 10 crore+ | Free with ads |
1. JioHotstar: Where IPL 2027 Will Be Streamed
If you want to watch IPL 2027 live on your phone, this is the app you need. JioHotstar is JioStar’s streaming platform and carries the IPL under the 2023–2027 rights deal, alongside Indian and international cricket, films and TV.
JioHotstar on Google Play India: 4.3 stars, 100 crore+ downloads, Editors’ Choice.
- Why fans use it: every IPL match live, multiple languages, highlights and replays.
- Worth knowing: IPL streaming is part of paid plans, so check the available packs before the season starts.
- Tip: download the app well before the opening match; servers and app stores are busiest on day one.
2. Official IPL App: Ad-Free Coverage and IPL Fantasy
The official app from the BCCI is the cleanest way to follow the league. It is free of adverts and covers live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, video highlights, fixtures, news and match reports.
The official IPL app by the BCCI on Google Play.
- Fantasy League: the official IPL Fantasy game is built into the app and is free to play.
- Squad news: after the Goa auction, it is the quickest place to see confirmed squads and official announcements.
- Downside: a lower Play rating (3.7) than the big score apps, mostly because of match-day performance.
3. Stake Mobile App: Live Odds and IPL 2027 Markets on Your Phone
For fans who follow the betting market as closely as the scorecard, the Stake mobile app puts one of the deepest cricket sportsbooks into a phone-first layout. It is a mobile web app rather than a store download: you open Stake in your phone’s browser and add it to the home screen, after which it launches full-screen like any other app.
The IPL 2027 winner market is already live on mobile, months before the first ball. In November 2026 Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the two-time defending champions, were favourites at 4.25, ahead of Sunrisers Hyderabad (6.50), Mumbai Indians (7.50), Gujarat Titans (8.00), Punjab Kings (9.00) and Rajasthan Royals (9.00). On a phone the odds sit in a compact two-column grid, so the whole market fits on one screen.
The IPL 2027 Winner market in the Stake mobile app (November 2026).
What the Stake Mobile Version Looks Like
- Bottom navigation bar: Browse, Casino, Bet Slip, Sports and Chat are always one tap away, so you can switch from a match to your bet slip without scrolling.
- Cricket hub: three tabs, Live & Upcoming, Outrights and All Cricket, plus a market selector (for example Winner) and a compact or standard display.
- Match cards built for thumbs: each fixture shows the start time, both teams and large odds buttons; extra markets open from the “+47”-style counter on the card.
- Search and menu: a search bar at the top, quick Casino/Sports switch, and a menu with Promotions, Challenges, VIP Club, Blog, Responsible Gambling and Live Support.
The cricket section of the Stake mobile app: Live & Upcoming, Outrights and All Cricket, with the New Zealand vs India ODI series.
The Stake mobile menu: search, Casino/Sports switch, Promotions, VIP Club, Responsible Gambling and Live Support.
During IPL 2027 the in-play markets update ball by ball, which makes the mobile version a natural second screen next to the JioHotstar stream. It is meant only for adults in places where online betting is permitted; in India, real-money online gaming is restricted under the 2025 law, so check the rules that apply to you before using any betting service.
4. Cricbuzz: Fastest Scores and Commentary
Cricbuzz remains the default score app for millions of Indian fans. It is quick, light and focused on what matters during a match: the score, the commentary and timely notifications.
Cricbuzz on Google Play: 4.5 stars and 10 crore+ downloads.
- Superfast live scores with engaging ball-by-ball commentary.
- Match alerts for wickets, milestones and results.
- News, videos, rankings, points tables and player profiles across international and T20 leagues.
5. Cricinfo: Stats, Scorecards and Analysis
Cricinfo, now published on Google Play by JioStar, is where fans go for depth: full scorecards, live commentary, historical records and analysis. It is the app to open when you want to know why a team won, not just that it did.
Cricinfo on Google Play: 4.5 stars, 1 crore+ downloads.
- Detailed scorecards with batting, bowling and match summaries.
- Live commentary and a clean “never miss a match” schedule view.
- Strong statistical archive, ideal for fantasy research and pre-match previews.
6. Dream11: Free-to-Play Contests and Live Sport
Dream11 is still the best-known fantasy brand in India, but in IPL 2027 it is a different product. The app now describes itself as a sports engagement platform: live sport inside the app, a 3D mobile cricket game, sports experiences, AI-powered entertainment and free-to-play contests with India’s cricket community.
Dream11 on Google Play: 4.4 stars, 10 crore+ downloads, now positioned as a sports engagement platform.
- What you can do: build teams in free contests, watch live content and join creator watch-alongs.
- What has gone: paid entry and cash prizes, following the 2025 law and the 2026 pivot.
- Who it suits: fans who enjoy picking teams for bragging rights rather than money.
7. My11Circle: Scores Plus Free Fantasy
My11Circle has moved in the same direction. The app now combines live cricket scores, ball-by-ball updates, news and free-to-play fantasy engagement designed for fans.
My11Circle Cricket App on Google Play: 4.2 stars, 10 crore+ downloads.
- Real-time scores and match commentary in the same app as your fantasy team.
- Free contests and rewards instead of paid leagues.
- Useful as a single app if you do not want separate score and fantasy apps.
How to Build Your IPL 2027 App Stack
| If you want to… | Use |
| Watch every match live | JioHotstar |
| Follow scores during work or travel | Cricbuzz notifications |
| Research players for fantasy | Cricinfo stats + the official IPL app |
| Play fantasy for free | IPL Fantasy, Dream11 or My11Circle |
| Track how the market rates each team | The Stake mobile app |
Most fans will settle on three apps: one to watch, one for scores and one for fantasy. Keeping the list short saves storage, data and battery on match nights.
Safety Tips for Cricket Apps This Season
- Avoid “free IPL live TV” apps. Unofficial streaming apps are common in search results around the IPL; they usually break the rights holder’s copyright and are a frequent source of malware and aggressive ads.
- Check the developer name. JioHotstar and Cricinfo are published by JioStar India, the IPL app by the BCCI, Cricbuzz by Cricbuzz.com.
- Review permissions. A score app has no reason to read your contacts or SMS.
- Watch your data. Streaming a full T20 match in HD can use several gigabytes; lower the quality on mobile data.
- Set limits. If you use any betting or rewards app, set time and spending limits before the season, not during it.