ARY Plus (ARY ZAP) Review (2026): Free A Sports Cricket, PSL, Channels & Price Guide
Compare ARY Plus monthly plans, live sports channels, regional blackout rules, and supported devices.
ARY Plus Review: Verdict, Cost & Sports Coverage
WhereSports Editorial Desk • Audited October 2026
The Verdict
Our Verdict: ARY Plus (the upgraded evolution of ARY ZAP) is one of Pakistan's go-to streaming apps for free live cricket and Urdu entertainment, combining live 1080p HD streams of A Sports HD, ARY News, and ARY Digital under one roof. While viewers in Pakistan can stream HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches, bilateral Pakistan cricket tours, ICC tournaments, and La Liga football on the free ad-supported tier, overseas diaspora subscribers should note that live sports feeds are strictly geo-blocked outside Pakistan.
Best For
- Cricket fans in Pakistan streaming the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL), PCB bilateral series, and ICC tournaments live on A Sports HD
- Football supporters in Pakistan watching Spanish La Liga fixtures and cup competitions carried by A Sports
- Pakistani households who want 24/7 live streams of ARY News, ARY Digital, ARY Qtv, and ARY Musik on Smart TVs and mobile phones
- Urdu drama viewers upgrading to ARY Plus Premium (PKR 299 to PKR 499/mo) for ad-free serials and early episode releases
- Commuters watching short-form match highlights and drama clips via the in-app 'Snips' feed
Pricing Reality
ARY Plus offers a generous free tier for live channels and sports inside Pakistan alongside affordable paid tiers designed primarily for ad-free drama streaming:
- ARY Plus Free Tier (PKR 0/mo): 100% free with an email or mobile login. Includes live streams of A Sports HD (during licensed cricket and football events in Pakistan), ARY News, ARY Digital, ARY Qtv, and ARY Musik with commercial ad breaks on 1 screen.
- ARY Plus Premium Monthly (PKR 299 to PKR 499/mo) & Annual (PKR 3,999/yr): Removes video ads on on-demand dramas and telefilms, grants early access to prime-time drama episodes before TV broadcast, and allows 2 simultaneous streams.
- Live Sports Ads on Paid Tiers: Even with an ARY Plus Premium subscription, live cricket broadcasts on A Sports HD still display normal television commercial breaks between overs and innings.
- Overseas Diaspora Limitation: While overseas viewers in the UK, US, Canada, and UAE can subscribe to ARY Plus for Urdu dramas and ARY News, live cricket and football on A Sports HD are geo-blocked outside Pakistan.
Devices & Account Features
- Supported Devices: Available on Android TV / Google TV, Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV (Tizen), LG Smart TV (webOS), Chromecast & AirPlay.
- Simultaneous Streams: Up to 2 concurrent streams per account (depending on tier).
- Cloud DVR & Replays: VOD Replays.
- Subscription Model: Direct digital sign-up with online account cancellation.
In-Depth Platform Analysis & Coverage
ARY Plus (formerly known as ARY ZAP) is the official live TV and video-on-demand streaming platform of the ARY Digital Network in Pakistan. Following ARY's decision to move its flagship content ecosystem into a dedicated application, ARY Plus brings together live television channels, major live cricket and football broadcasts, original web series, and Pakistan's most-watched Urdu drama serials.
For sports fans inside Pakistan, ARY Plus serves as the digital streaming home of A Sports HD, Pakistan's premier high-definition sports channel. Through A Sports HD and dedicated event streams in the app, users in Pakistan can watch every match of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL), bilateral Pakistan National Cricket Team series, major ICC Men's and Women's tournaments (such as the ICC T20 World Cup, Champions Trophy, and Cricket World Cup), the ILT20, and the Lanka Premier League in up to 1080p Full HD. Beyond cricket, A Sports on ARY Plus broadcasts Spanish La Liga football, World Squash Federation events, and international snooker tournaments.
The app is available on iOS, Android, web browsers, Android TV / Google TV, Apple TV, Samsung Tizen, and LG webOS Smart TVs. While the free tier gives Pakistani viewers open access to live TV channels and ad-supported cricket streams, upgrading to ARY Plus Premium (PKR 299 to PKR 499/month or PKR 3,999/year) strips out mid-roll ads on the on-demand drama catalog, unlocks early episode premieres, and expands streaming to two simultaneous devices.
What We Like (Pros)
- Free live streaming of HBL PSL cricket, ICC tournaments, and La Liga on A Sports HD inside Pakistan
- Includes 24/7 live streams of ARY News, ARY Digital, ARY Qtv, and ARY Musik at no cost
- Crisp 1080p HD sports streams with adaptive bitrate controls for 4G mobile data users
- Low-cost Premium upgrade (PKR 299 to PKR 499/mo) removes all mid-roll ads on on-demand dramas
- Wide Smart TV support across Android TV, Google TV, Apple TV, Samsung, and LG
What to Consider (Cons)
- Heavy, unskippable pre-roll and mid-roll ad load on the free tier
- Live cricket and football on A Sports HD are strictly geo-blocked for users outside Pakistan
- No personal Cloud DVR feature to record live matches or news bulletins
- High-traffic Pakistan vs. India or PSL Final streams can experience brief login queues at toss time
Subscription Packages & Pricing
Free access to live ARY channels (ARY Digital, ARY News, ARY Qtv, ARY Musik), live A Sports HD cricket in Pakistan, and ad-supported drama episodes.
- Live A Sports HD streams (HBL PSL, ICC Cricket & La Liga in Pakistan)
- 24/7 live streams of ARY News, ARY Digital, ARY Qtv & ARY Musik
- Full on-demand Urdu drama archive with commercial breaks
- Up to 1080p HD streaming on 1 active screen
Monthly subscription removing mid-roll ads across on-demand dramas and telefilms, unlocking early episode releases, and supporting 2 simultaneous streams.
- 100% ad-free on-demand playback across dramas, telefilms & originals
- Early access to select prime-time ARY Digital drama episodes
- Includes all live ARY TV channels and A Sports HD streams (in Pakistan)
- Stream on up to 2 devices simultaneously in 1080p Full HD
Full-year subscription providing 12 months of ad-free on-demand viewing, early drama access, and 2-screen streaming at a discounted annual price.
- 12 months of ad-free VOD drama and original series streaming
- Saves up to 33% compared to month-to-month billing
- Live A Sports HD (Pakistan) and 24/7 ARY linear channels included
- Supports 2 simultaneous screens across Smart TVs, mobile & web
What Leagues & Sports Can You Watch on ARY Plus?
Official broadcasting rights and live competition schedules carried by ARY Plus.
Live TV Channels & Station Lineup
Official television networks and sports broadcast feeds carried by ARY Plus.
Where ARY Plus is Available
Select your regional sports TV hub to browse local channels and schedules.
Supported Devices & Streaming Apps
Native applications and verified hardware compatibility for ARY Plus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ARY Plus the same as ARY ZAP?
Yes. ARY ZAP was rebranded and upgraded into ARY Plus (aryplus.tv), combining all the live sports streams from A Sports HD and live ARY TV channels with an expanded on-demand library of Urdu dramas, telefilms, and original series.
Can I watch the HBL PSL and live cricket for free on ARY Plus?
Yes, if you are located in Pakistan. Viewers in Pakistan can stream live HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches, bilateral cricket tours, and ICC tournaments carried by A Sports HD on the free ad-supported tier of ARY Plus.
How much does ARY Plus Premium cost in Pakistan?
While the basic live TV and ad-supported tier is free (PKR 0/mo), ARY Plus Premium costs PKR 299 to PKR 499/month or PKR 3,999/year in Pakistan, unlocking ad-free on-demand drama streaming, early episode access, and 2 simultaneous screens.
Why is A Sports HD not showing live cricket on ARY Plus outside Pakistan?
ARY Digital Network's sports broadcast rights for the PSL, ICC tournaments, bilateral cricket, and La Liga only cover the territory of Pakistan. If you open ARY Plus in the UK, USA, Canada, or UAE, live sports streams are geo-blocked.
What live TV channels are included on ARY Plus?
ARY Plus carries 24/7 live feeds of ARY Digital, ARY News, ARY Qtv, ARY Musik, and A Sports HD (within Pakistan).