The **2026 World Baseball Classic** captivates global audiences once more as the premier international baseball tournament unfolds from March 5 to March 17, showcasing top talent from 20 national teams vying for supremacy. With stars like Shohei Ohtani for Japan, Aaron Judge for the United States, and emerging players from across the globe, the event delivers high-stakes action in pool play, quarterfinals, semifinals, and the championship.

Shohei Ohtani - Los Angeles Angels

The tournament kicked off March 5 in Tokyo, with games continuing through the knockout stages. Pool play wrapped up in the initial week, leading into decisive matchups. Quarterfinals split between Houston and Miami, followed by semifinals and the final at loanDepot park in Miami on March 17 at 8 p.m. ET.

Venues include:

- **Tokyo Dome**, Tokyo, Japan (Pool C, March 5-10)
- **Hiram Bithorn Stadium**, San Juan, Puerto Rico (Pool A, March 6-11)
- **Daikin Park**, Houston, Texas (Pool B, March 6-11)
- **loanDepot park**, Miami, Florida (Pool D, March 6-11; quarterfinals, semifinals, final)

The format features four pools of five teams each, with the top two from every pool advancing to the quarterfinals. Excitement builds around marquee clashes, such as early pool games featuring the U.S. against Brazil on FOX and Japan hosting regional rivals.

For fans eager to catch every pitch, broadcast and **livestream** options vary by region, but U.S. viewers enjoy comprehensive coverage through FOX Sports.

In the United States, the **FOX Sports** family of networks—FOX, FS1, FS2, and FOX Deportes—airs all 47 games. Select contests appear on over-the-air FOX, including high-profile U.S. matchups, while FS1 and FS2 handle much of the pool play and international games. FOX Deportes provides Spanish-language commentary for 41 games.

Streaming stands out as a key way to watch. All games stream live and on-demand via **FOX One**, the new platform from FOX. The **FOX Sports App** and **FOXSports.com** also deliver live streams for authenticated viewers. Free options include **Tubi**, which carries several games (notably select pool-stage contests), making it accessible without subscription fees. Over-the-air antenna viewers catch FOX-broadcast games for free in HD.

Live TV streaming services carrying FOX networks—such as **Fubo**, **Hulu + Live TV**, **YouTube TV**, and **DirecTV Stream**—provide full access. Many offer free trials (Fubo's initial period covers early tournament days), allowing cord-cutters to stream without long-term commitment. For international fans, rights differ: **Netflix** streams all games in Japan (with Japanese and English options), while other regions use local broadcasters like Sportsnet in Canada, ESPN in Oceania, or various platforms in Latin America and Asia.

A free English-language audio stream accompanies every game, ideal for radio-style listening or pairing with video from other sources.

The tournament's global appeal shines through diverse participation and star power. Defending champions and perennial contenders like Japan, the Dominican Republic, and the United States draw massive viewership, especially with MLB offseason timing amplifying interest ahead of the 2026 regular season.

As the event progresses toward Miami's championship finale, fans track upsets, clutch performances, and potential breakthroughs from underdog nations. Attendance figures already reflect strong turnout, with pool games drawing enthusiastic crowds in host cities.

For the latest scores, highlights, and updates, visit MLB.com's World Baseball Classic section or follow official channels. Whether through traditional TV, free streaming on Tubi, or premium options like FOX One, the 2026 WBC ensures baseball fans worldwide miss no moment of this celebration of the sport.