The 2026 World Baseball Classic is back with a bang, and you won't want to miss a second of the action! But here's the catch: it's not just about watching; it's about listening.
Listen to the Live Radio Broadcast of the World Baseball Classic
From March 4th to 17th, SiriusXM brings you the ultimate baseball experience as the World Baseball Classic unfolds in its sixth edition. Imagine the thrill of hearing every pitch, swing, and catch as 20 nations battle it out for the championship title.
And the talent on display is extraordinary! All four reigning MVP and Cy Young Award winners, a whopping 78 MLB All-Stars, and seven MLB Pipeline Top 100 prospects will be gracing the fields. It's a baseball fan's dream come true!
How to Catch the Action
- Streaming: Grab your smartphone and tune in to the SiriusXM app from March 4th to 17th. Every game will be streamed live, so you won't miss a moment. (https://sxm.app.link/BlogWorldBaseballClassic)
- Radio: For those old-school fans, find your satellite radio channel assignments here: https://www.siriusxm.com/sports/mlb (if available).
Tournament Structure:
This year's format is a round-robin extravaganza! Four pools of five teams each will compete, with the top two teams from each pool advancing to the quarterfinals in Houston and Miami. The semifinals and championship game will keep the excitement going in Miami.
Schedule:
- First Round: March 4-11
- Quarterfinals: March 13-14
- Semifinals: March 15-16
- Championship: March 17
Pools and Locations:
- Pool A: San Juan, Puerto Rico - Featuring Puerto Rico, Cuba, Canada, Panama, and Colombia.
- Pool B: Houston, Texas - With the United States, Mexico, Italy, Great Britain, and Brazil.
- Pool C: Tokyo, Japan - Showcasing Japan, Australia, Korea, Czechia, and Chinese Taipei.
- Pool D: Miami, Florida - Hosting Venezuela, the Dominican Republic, Netherlands, Israel, and Nicaragua.
But Wait, There's More!
And if that's not enough baseball for you, SiriusXM has you covered with live radio broadcasts of Spring Training games starting February 20th, leading up to the highly anticipated Opening Day on March 26th. (https://www.siriusxm.com/blog/live-spring-training-games)
Spring Training Tour:
Get an exclusive preview of the 2025 MLB season with SiriusXM's 'Spring Training Tour' on MLB Network Radio™. Expert hosts will take you behind the scenes at all 30 MLB team camps, giving you insights you won't find anywhere else. (https://www.siriusxm.com/blog/mlb-spring-training)
MLB Network Radio™:
MLB Network Radio™ on SiriusXM is your year-round baseball companion. With expert hosts and insiders, you'll stay updated on trade rumors, breaking news, injury updates, and scores throughout the season, offseason, and beyond. (https://www.siriusxm.com/channels/mlb-network-radio)
And this is the part most people miss—you can be part of the baseball community by sharing your thoughts on the tournament's format, the teams' chances, or your favorite players. Do you think the round-robin format is fair? Which team do you think will surprise everyone? Share your predictions and opinions in the comments below! The baseball world is waiting to hear from you.
