Disney+ Hotstar Glitch Disrupts IND vs ENG 3rd ODI – Users Struggle with Streaming & ‘Forced’ Hindi Commentary

The India vs England 3rd ODI at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, was marred by technical issues on Disney+ Hotstar, leaving fans frustrated with poor streaming quality and an inability to change audio language.

Users Report Streaming & Language Issues

Fans tuning into the much-anticipated clash via the Disney+ Hotstar app encountered multiple glitches:
❌ Poor streaming quality – Many users reported blurry visuals and lag.
❌ Inability to change audio language – English commentary was unavailable for several users.
❌ Broken settings on mobile & TV apps – Changing the streaming quality on mobile led to a “stats for nerds” page instead of actual settings.

Meanwhile, Android TV users also faced difficulties switching between video quality and audio languages, further amplifying frustration.

Netizens Express Outrage Over Hotstar Glitch

Social media was abuzz with complaints as fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to express their disappointment.

🔥 One user vented:
💬 “Why is Hotstar only showing in Hindi? I can’t change the streaming language, and the quality is poor. Even clearing the cache didn’t work. @hotstar_helps”

🔥 Another questioned the subscription value:
💬 “Dear @DisneyPlusHS, how do I change the commentary language for #INDvENG match? At least by default, it should be English. What’s the point of paying for a subscription when clicking on the audio option only shows a blank screen?”

🔥 A frustrated fan demanded a fix:
💬 “Hey @DisneyPlus #Hotstar, unable to switch commentary language. Setting Hindi as default is unfair. Set it to English at least. Act quickly!”

Reliance Jio & Disney+ Hotstar Joint Venture Under Fire

Some users speculated that Hotstar’s declining quality was linked to its recent collaboration with Reliance Jio.

💬 “Ever since @JioCinema took over @DisneyPlusHS, Hotstar’s quality has dropped badly. Why are we paying for 280p quality and forced Hindi commentary?” wrote a disappointed viewer._

Will Hotstar Address the Issues?

As cricket fans continue to express frustration, all eyes are now on Disney+ Hotstar’s response. With streaming services playing a crucial role in cricket viewership, resolving these technical glitches swiftly is critical to maintaining user trust.

Stay tuned for updates on whether Hotstar will roll out a fix before India’s next major international fixture! 🏏🔥