India vs Pakistan: SAFF Championship 2026 Opener Preview and Streaming Details

India kicks off their SAFF Championship 2026 campaign today with a highly anticipated clash against rivals Pakistan at the National Stadium in Dhaka. As the defending champions, India enters the tournament with a fresh look, fielding a squad of 18 players for this opening encounter while their primary roster prepares for upcoming international friendlies against New Zealand.

The match, scheduled for a 3 PM IST kickoff, marks the start of Group B action for the Indian side. While the current squad is limited to 18 members, the team is set to expand to 28 players on November 9, coinciding with the opening of the FIFA international window, which will allow Indian Super League clubs to release their players for national duty.

Pakistan enters this fixture aiming to demonstrate progress under the guidance of head coach Nolberto Solano. For fans in India looking to follow the action, the match will not be available on linear television. Instead, the game is being broadcast exclusively via live stream on the VETO OTT platform’s website and mobile application. The current Indian squad features Arsh Anwer Shaikh, Mohanraj K, Priyansh Dubey, Abdul Rabeeh, Bijoy Varghese, Chinglensana Singh Konsham, Hmingthanmawia Ralte, Khaiminthang Lhungdim, Muhammed Uvais, Nathan Rodrigues, Ronney Kharbudon, Sandip Mandi, Abhishek Suryavanshi, Adison Singh Thokchom, Brison Fernandes, Ebindas Yesudasan, Farukh Choudhary, Macarton Nickson, Manglenthang Kipgen, Nikhil Prabhu, Noufal PN, Ricky John Shabong, Suresh Singh Wangjam, Irfan Yadwad, Liston Colaco, Muhammad Suhail, Vishnu PV, and Suhail Ahmad Bhat.