This guide explains every way US fans can follow the tournament on TV and streaming without cable and free options plus how the ATP and WTA coverage works. Visit the Indian Wells Hub home page for everything on the tournament. Check the Indian Wells schedule for match days and see our Indian Wells tickets guide if you plan to attend.
How to Watch Indian Wells 2027
The BNP Paribas Open is one of the biggest events in tennis. It is the largest combined ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 tournament in the world and is often called the fifth Grand Slam. For US viewers coverage has centered on Tennis Channel and its streaming apps.
The simplest route is a service that carries Tennis Channel either its own app or a live TV bundle. That gets you both the men and women draws in one place. The sections below match each option to your budget and devices.
What Channel Is the BNP Paribas Open On?
In the United States the BNP Paribas Open has been shown exclusively on Tennis Channel across three connected platforms. This is the answer to the common search for the Indian Wells 2027 TV channel.
| Platform | What it offers |
|---|---|
| Tennis Channel | The main network with marquee matches and semifinals and finals |
| Tennis Channel 2 (T2) | A free ad supported network with alternate courts and select matches |
| Tennis Channel App and TennisChannel.com | Streaming of every court plus replays and highlights |
The Tennis Channel App has been the only place in the US to stream both WTA and ATP matches together. Indian Wells is not carried on ESPN or NBC in the United States. If the 2027 US broadcaster changes this section will be updated once rights are officially confirmed.
How to Stream Indian Wells 2027 Without Cable
If you have cut the cord several live TV streaming services have carried Tennis Channel. Availability and plan names change so confirm Tennis Channel is in the specific plan before subscribing.
Live TV Streaming Services
| Service | Tennis Channel access | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | Often via a sports tier | Sports focused with a typical free trial for new users |
| YouTube TV | Included in the base lineup | Full cable replacement with 100 plus channels |
| Hulu Live TV | Often via a Sports Add on | Pairs with the Hulu on demand library |
| DirecTV Stream | Choice tier and above | Usually a free trial for new customers |
| Sling TV | Sports Extra add on | Often the most affordable route |
Direct Streaming From Tennis Channel
You can also stream without a cable login.
| Option | Recent price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Tennis Channel App and TennisChannel.com | Around 12 dollars a month | Every court and replays and highlights and the 24 hour network |
| Tennis Channel on Amazon Prime Video Channels | Around 12 dollars a month | Live viewing inside the Prime Video app |
Can You Watch Indian Wells for Free?
There is no fully free legal way to watch the entire tournament but you do have genuine no cost options.
| Free option | How it works |
|---|---|
| Tennis Channel 2 | Free and ad supported with select live matches on Samsung TV Plus and Pluto TV and The Roku Channel and Amazon Fire TV where available |
| Free trials | Fubo and DirecTV Stream have offered trials. If one overlaps the tournament including finals weekend you watch at no upfront cost and cancel before billing |
| On site official app | Fans attending at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden can use the official BNP Paribas Open app for free live streaming on site |
Indian Wells Live Stream by Tour
How to Watch ATP Men Matches at Indian Wells
Tennis TV is the official streaming service of the ATP Tour. It carries every men singles and doubles match from Indian Wells live and on demand in HD with multi court viewing and player alerts and a classic match archive. It works on web and mobile and Apple TV and Fire TV and Roku and Chromecast and Xbox and PlayStation and Android TV.
How to Watch WTA Women Matches at Indian Wells
For the women draw in the US the Tennis Channel App has been the go to. WTA TV the official streaming service of the women tour operates everywhere except the United States and China so US fans cannot use it for Indian Wells. To follow both the ATP and WTA draws from one place Tennis Channel remains the most complete option.
Indian Wells 2027 TV and Streaming Schedule
The official daily order of play and broadcast schedule for the 2027 BNP Paribas Open will be published closer to the tournament. Match times depend on the draw and court assignments and how earlier matches finish so they can shift right up to match day. This section will be updated with the confirmed day by day Indian Wells Open TV schedule once it is released. Until then use the full Indian Wells schedule and the points table for context.
What Time Does Indian Wells Start?
Indian Wells is played in California on Pacific Time so plan around the gap with Eastern Time.
| Session | Pacific Time | Eastern Time |
|---|---|---|
| Day session | Typically late morning | Early afternoon |
| Evening session | Typically early evening | Later evening |
Exact start times vary by day and session and are confirmed in the official Order of Play nearer the event. East Coast viewers run three hours ahead of Pacific Time so late night finishes are common.
What Devices Can You Use?
The official apps support virtually every modern device.
| Device type | Supported options |
|---|---|
| Mobile and tablet | iOS and Android |
| Streaming devices | Roku and Amazon Fire TV and Apple TV and Chromecast and Android TV |
| Smart TVs | Samsung and LG and others plus Samsung TV Plus for free T2 |
| Game consoles | Xbox and PlayStation via Tennis TV |
| Web browser | TennisChannel.com and the relevant service sites |
Best Ways to Watch Indian Wells 2027
- Best for complete ATP and WTA coverage: Tennis Channel through the app or a bundle that carries it
- Best if you have cable: Sign in to the Tennis Channel App with your TV provider
- Best for ATP men coverage on every court: Tennis TV
- Free option: Tennis Channel 2 where available on free ad supported platforms
- No cable: A live TV service that carries Tennis Channel such as Fubo or YouTube TV or Hulu Live TV or DirecTV Stream or Sling TV
Keep exploring: the Indian Wells Hub home page and the latest news and the Indian Wells schedule and Indian Wells tickets and the Indian Wells Tennis Garden guide.
Indian Wells 2027 FAQs
When is the BNP Paribas Open 2027?
The 2027 BNP Paribas Open runs February 28 to March 14 2027 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California.
Where is the BNP Paribas Open played?
It is played at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells California USA. See our Indian Wells Tennis Garden guide for court details.
What channel is Indian Wells on in the USA?
In recent years the BNP Paribas Open has aired exclusively on Tennis Channel with extra coverage on Tennis Channel 2 and the Tennis Channel App. It has not been shown on ESPN or NBC.
Who broadcasts Indian Wells in the USA?
Tennis Channel has been the exclusive US broadcaster. The 2027 broadcaster is expected to be the same based on current coverage but should be confirmed closer to the event.
Does Tennis Channel show every Indian Wells match?
Through the Tennis Channel App US viewers have been able to stream every court live in addition to the featured matches on the main network and Tennis Channel 2.
How can I watch Indian Wells 2027 without cable?
Stream through the Tennis Channel App or Tennis Channel on Amazon Prime Video Channels or choose a live TV service that carries Tennis Channel such as Fubo or YouTube TV or Hulu Live TV or DirecTV Stream or Sling TV.
Can I watch Indian Wells for free in the USA?
Partly. Tennis Channel 2 has streamed select matches free on ad supported platforms like Samsung TV Plus and Pluto TV and The Roku Channel. Free trials from Fubo or DirecTV Stream are another no upfront cost route and fans on site can stream free through the official app.
Is Indian Wells on ESPN or NBC?
No. In recent years it has aired exclusively on Tennis Channel and its platforms in the United States.
Can I watch Indian Wells on YouTube?
Not live because YouTube does not hold the live rights. The official BNP Paribas Open YouTube channel posts highlights and interviews and recaps.
Where can I stream WTA women matches in the US?
Through the Tennis Channel App. WTA TV is not available in the United States and Tennis TV only covers the ATP men draw.
Can I watch Indian Wells outside the USA?
Yes. Many international rights holders broadcast the tournament and the official tour services cover most regions with Tennis TV for the ATP and WTA TV for the WTA. Availability varies by country.
Is Indian Wells part of the ATP and WTA tours?
Yes. It is a combined ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 event and the largest combined tournament of its kind in the world.
Can I watch on Roku or a smart TV?
Yes. The Tennis Channel App and Tennis TV work on Roku and Fire TV and Apple TV and Chromecast and Android TV and smart TVs and mobile and game consoles.
