How to watch World Baseball Classic 2026: live streams, preview, schedule

Just as the Winter Olympics humbled Canadian ice hockey, the World Baseball Classic has knocked the Americans down a peg or two. The superstar-laden hosts and favorites were stunned by Italy and only just scraped into the knockouts, where they've been rewarded with a quarter-final showdown with who else but Canada.

You can watch World Baseball Classic 2026 live streams from anywhere with a VPN.

The Azzurri are one of three unbeaten teams at the WBC, along with Japan and the Dominican Republic. The reigning champions may have Shohei Ohtani, but the four-time MLB MVP isn't pitching, and that's where Samurai Japan have been lacking. Don't be fooled by their resume — like USA, they've found it tough going so far.

The Dominican Republic, on the other hand, have been sensational. Platano Power racked up a tournament-high 13 home runs during the pool stage, with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Juan Soto and Fernando Tatis Jr. clobbering at least two apiece, and the sheer joy they're playing with is infectious.

Japan have been handed a tough quarter-final assignment. Venezuela gave the Dominican Republic a real test in midweek, and Luis Arraez has been on fire for La Vinotinto.

Here's how to watch World Baseball Classic online and on TV. We’ve also listed the full schedule below so you won't miss a moment.

World Baseball Classic schedule 2026

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QUARTER-FINALS

Friday, March 13

6:30 p.m. — South Korea vs Dominican Republic | FS2

8 p.m. — USA vs Canada | FOX

Saturday, March 14

3 p.m. — Puerto Rico vs Italy | FS1

9 p.m. — Venezuela vs Japan | FOX

SEMI-FINALS

Sunday, March 15

8 p.m. — Semi-final 1 | FS1

Monday, March 16

8 p.m. — Semi-final 2 | FS1

FINAL

Tuesday, March 17

8 p.m. — World Baseball Classic final | FOX

(All times ET)

How to watch World Baseball Classic 2026 from anywhere

Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching the baseball on your usual subscription?

You can still tune into the World Baseball Classic live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear as if they're back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:

Watch World Baseball Classic 2026 in the U.S. without cable

In the U.S., the World Baseball Classic is split between FOX, FS1 and FS2.

If you've already cut the cord and don't have a cable package, you can watch every game live via an OTT cable TV alternative.

Sling Blue carries FS1, as well as FOX in select cities. Prices start at $46/month, but you'll get 50% off your first month. You can add FS2 via the $11/month Sports Extra add-on.

FOX, FS1 and FS2 are also simulcasting their coverage on FOX One, which costs $19.99/month after a 7-day FREE trial.

YouTube TV, Hulu With Live TV and the DirecTV Stream MySports Genre Pack will also get you comprehensive World Baseball Classic coverage.

How to watch World Baseball Classic 2026 in the U.K.

In the U.K., TNT Sports has the rights to the World Baseball Classic (and MLB).

You can get TNT by subscribing to the Discovery Plus Premium plan for £30.99/month. Subscriptions for TNT Sports start at £18/month through Virgin Media or £25/month on Sky TV.

If you're not in the U.K. right now but already subscribe to TNT Sports and Discovery Plus, try using NordVPN to watch baseball as if you were back at home.

How to watch World Baseball Classic 2026 in Canada

In Canada, World Baseball Classic (and MLB) rights belong to Sportsnet.

You can stream games live on Sportsnet Plus, which costs from CA$29.99/month or CA$249.99/year and provides access to a whole host of other sports. Both Standard and Premium plans let you tune in.

If you live in Canada but aren't at home right now, you can still watch WBC live streams by using a quality VPN like NordVPN to unlock your usual service.

How to watch World Baseball Classic 2026 in Australia

Aussies will find World Baseball Classic live streams on ESPN via Foxtel.

Don't have Foxtel and don't want to subscribe? Games are also shown on Kayo Sports, with its affordable, commitment-free plans starting from just AU$30/month, and hosting plenty of NBA, NHL, NFL, cricket, AFL, rugby, F1 and more.

Anybody who hasn't used the service before can choose between a 7-day FREE trial and 1 month for AU$1.

ESPN's World Baseball Classic coverage is available to live stream via Disney Plus too. A subscription starts at AU$15.99/month or AU$159.99/year.

Not in Australia right now? You can simply use a VPN like NordVPN to watch all the action on your account as if you were back home.

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