will ipl 2025 be free on jiocinema ?

 As of the 2025 season, the Indian Premier League (IPL) will not be available for free streaming on JioCinema. This change follows the merger between Reliance's JioCinema and Disney's Hotstar, resulting in the new platform, JioHotstar. To access IPL 2025 matches, viewers will need a subscription to JioHotstar, with plans starting at ₹149. citeturn0news34

For television viewers, the Star Network holds the broadcasting rights for IPL 2025. Notably, Star Utsav Movies, part of the Star Network, will air the matches and is available for free on certain Direct-to-Home (DTH) platforms. citeturn0search3

This shift from free streaming to a subscription-based model reflects the evolving dynamics of digital content consumption in India. The merger between Reliance and Disney aims to consolidate their media assets, offering a comprehensive entertainment platform to cater to a diverse audience. citeturn0news32

In summary, while free streaming of IPL matches on JioCinema has been discontinued, fans can still enjoy the games by subscribing to JioHotstar or tuning into free-to-air channels like Star Utsav Movies on compatible DTH services.

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