# Does Hulu Have Live Sports?
Yes — Hulu + Live TV includes a comprehensive live sports package. For $89.99/month, you get 95+ channels including ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, FS2, ABC, CBS, NBC, and local RSNs (regional sports networks) in many markets. This covers NFL regular season and playoffs, NBA games, MLB, NCAA football, college basketball, golf, tennis, and more.
Standard Hulu (without Live TV) does not include live sports — it's on-demand only. You need Hulu + Live TV specifically.
What Sports Channels Are Included?#
National Sports Networks#
| Channel | Sports Coverage |
|---|---|
| ESPN | NFL, NBA, MLB, college football/basketball, soccer |
| ESPN2 | College sports, X Games, tennis, poker |
| ESPN U | College sports |
| ABC | NFL playoffs, NBA Finals, college football bowl games |
| CBS | NFL (AFC games), March Madness, golf (PGA) |
| NBC | NFL (SNF), NHL, Premier League soccer, Olympics |
| FS1 | NFL, MLB, college football/basketball, NASCAR, soccer |
| FS2 | College sports, MMA, motorsports |
| NFL Network | Available as add-on |
| Golf Channel | PGA Tour, LPGA, major coverage |
| Tennis Channel | ATP, WTA tournaments |
| Pac-12 Network | College sports (where available) |
| Big Ten Network | College sports |
Regional Sports Networks (RSNs)#
Hulu + Live TV includes RSNs in some markets — this varies by zip code and has been changing as RSN licensing has been in flux across the streaming industry. Check your local channel availability when signing up.
What Sports You Can Watch Live#
| Sport | Coverage |
|---|---|
| NFL | Regular season (CBS, NBC, Fox, ESPN/MNF), Playoffs, Super Bowl |
| NBA | Regular season (ESPN, ABC, TNT games via add-on), Playoffs, Finals |
| MLB | Regular season (ESPN, Fox, FS1), Postseason |
| College Football | Major conferences (ABC, ESPN, CBS, FS1, Big Ten Network) |
| College Basketball | March Madness (CBS, TBS), Regular season (ESPN networks) |
| NHL | Selected games (ESPN, ABC, TNT via add-on) |
| Soccer/MLS | Select MLS and international games |
| Golf | PGA Tour events (Golf Channel, CBS, NBC) |
| Tennis | Grand Slams and ATP/WTA events (Tennis Channel, ESPN) |
| NASCAR | Cup Series (Fox, FS1, NBC) |
| 2026 FIFA World Cup | Hulu + Live TV is covering FIFA World Cup 2026 |
Hulu + Live TV Plans and Pricing (2026)#
| Plan | Monthly Cost | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Hulu + Live TV (with ads) | $89.99/mo | 95+ channels + Hulu on-demand library + Disney+ + ESPN+ |
| Hulu + Live TV (no ads) | $99.99/mo | Same as above, no ads on on-demand content |
| Live TV Only | $88.99/mo | 95+ channels without Hulu or Disney+ library |
All Hulu + Live TV plans include:
- Unlimited cloud DVR (9 months of storage)
- Disney+ and ESPN+ bundle (with Disney+ ad-supported)
- Stream on up to 2 screens simultaneously (upgradeable)
- Pause, rewind, and replay live TV
Can You Add More Sports?#
Yes — Hulu + Live TV has several sports add-ons:
| Add-On | Price | What It Adds |
|---|---|---|
| Sports add-on | +$9.99/mo | 9 additional sports channels including ESPNU, SEC Network, ACCN, MLB Network, NBA TV, NHL Network |
| NFL Sunday Ticket | Seasonal pricing | Out-of-market NFL Sunday afternoon games (requires Google TV app) |
| ESPN Unlimited | Available with Disney+/Hulu bundle | All ESPN networks and services in the Disney+ app |
Hulu + Live TV vs. YouTube TV for Sports#
Both are strong sports streaming services. Here's how they compare:
| Feature | Hulu + Live TV | YouTube TV |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $89.99 | $72.99 |
| Channels | 95+ | 100+ |
| ESPN networks | ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU | ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU |
| Fox Sports | FS1, FS2 | FS1, FS2 |
| NFL Sunday Ticket | Via add-on | Included for subscribers |
| MLB Network / NBA TV | Sports add-on (+$9.99) | Included base |
| DVR storage | Unlimited (9 months) | Unlimited (3 years) |
| Streams simultaneously | 2 (upgradeable) | 3 |
| Disney+ | Included | Not included |
Hulu + Live TV wins: If you want Disney+ bundled (especially for kids) or prefer Hulu's on-demand library.
YouTube TV wins: If you want more base-plan sports channels (MLB Network, NBA TV), a longer DVR window, and a lower price without the Disney bundle.
Devices That Support Hulu + Live TV for Sports#
Hulu + Live TV works on:
- Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Vizio, Roku TV, Amazon Fire TV)
- Streaming sticks (Roku, Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, Chromecast)
- Game consoles (PlayStation, Xbox)
- iOS and Android phones/tablets
- Web browsers (Mac and Windows)
- Hulu app on Disney+ for bundle subscribers
How Sports DVR Works on Hulu#
Hulu + Live TV includes unlimited cloud DVR with 9 months of storage. For sports:
- Auto-record: Set a team or show to record automatically — every game will be saved
- Skip ads: DVR recordings allow ad-skipping (live TV does not)
- Replay: If you forget to record, you can often replay recent live broadcasts within a short window
Important: Some live sports events (especially NFL playoff games) have recording restrictions due to broadcast rights. The game may be available in your library but with delayed access or certain restrictions. This varies by event.
FAQ#
Does Hulu have NFL games?
Yes. Hulu + Live TV includes Monday Night Football (ESPN/ABC), Sunday Night Football (NBC), select Thursday Night Football games, and NFL playoff games on the major broadcast networks. NFL Sunday Ticket (out-of-market games) requires a separate add-on.
Does Hulu have NBA games?
Yes. Regular season NBA games on ESPN and ABC are included. TNT games are not included in the base plan.
Does Hulu have live soccer?
Yes — select MLS, CONCACAF, and international soccer matches on ESPN, ESPN2, and FS1 are available. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is also broadcast on channels included in Hulu + Live TV.
Is ESPN+ the same as ESPN on Hulu + Live TV?
No. ESPN+ is a separate streaming app with different (often exclusive) content. The Hulu + Live TV bundle includes both the live ESPN channels AND ESPN+ as part of the Disney bundle.
Does the basic Hulu plan have live sports?
No. Standard Hulu ($7.99–$17.99/month) is on-demand only. You need Hulu + Live TV ($89.99/month) for live sports coverage.
Can I watch the Super Bowl on Hulu?
Yes, if the Super Bowl is on CBS, NBC, or Fox (which it rotates between). All three networks are included in Hulu + Live TV.
Bottom Line#
Hulu + Live TV is a solid live sports platform covering NFL, NBA, MLB, college sports, soccer, golf, and tennis through its included channel lineup. At $89.99/month, it costs slightly more than YouTube TV but includes Disney+ and Hulu's on-demand library as part of the bundle.
For a detailed comparison of Hulu + Live TV vs. YouTube TV — channel counts, sports coverage, DVR, pricing, and which is better for different viewers — see our Hulu + Live TV vs YouTube TV comparison.
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