Willow for PC

Willow brings live cricket streaming and on-demand replays to your computer, letting you watch matches on a larger display without juggling your phone. The app delivers live commentary, interactive scorecards, fixture reminders, and the ability to mute spoilers before you catch up on replays. With a Willow Monthly subscription ($14.99/month), you gain access to exclusive cricket action streamed directly to your desktop, making it easier to follow the sport during a work session or while multitasking across your computer.

Running Willow on PC transforms how you engage with cricket coverage. Instead of cramping your view on a phone screen, you can watch matches on a monitor while keeping email or messaging apps open nearby. The subscription model grants you live streaming access, on-demand highlights, and full match replays: all available through one logged-in account on your desktop.

What You Get with a Willow Subscription

A Willow Monthly membership unlocks the core streaming features:

• Live streaming of cricket matches to your computer in real time
• Exclusive replays and highlight reels available on demand
• Interactive scorecards paired with professional commentary
• Fixture schedules with reminder notifications for upcoming events
• Score-hiding option to avoid spoilers before watching replays
• Social sharing tools to post favourite moments online

Desktop Stability and Session Management

Willow on PC lets you maintain a consistent login across a single machine, eliminating the need to repeatedly sign in and out. Keeping the app installed on your computer means your account stays active for longer viewing sessions, whether you're settling in for a full match or dropping in between other desktop tasks. However, users report occasional sign-out interruptions and app crashes that can disrupt viewing, so stability remains a consideration when choosing Willow for Windows PC as your main cricket platform.

Streaming and Display Options

The app supports Chromecast, letting you beam matches from your computer to a TV if you have one connected. Live streams require an active subscription; free users can browse fixtures and access some replay content. The interface provides interactive scorecard tracking so you can follow ball-by-ball action without leaving the app window.

Known Issues Affecting the Experience

Some subscribers encounter persistent subscription verification problems, where the app repeatedly asks for payment confirmation despite an active plan. Picture-in-picture support is inconsistent, and ad playback can be excessive even for paying members. Screen rotation sometimes locks unexpectedly, limiting how you position your monitor or device. These friction points mean installing Willow on PC works best if you're willing to restart the app or log back in occasionally rather than expecting smooth background streaming.

Coverage and Content Selection

Willow focuses primarily on certain cricket markets and match types, which affects what content appears in your feed. Women's cricket coverage has been reduced in recent updates, so if that's your primary interest, you may find limited options compared to previous years. Check the fixture schedule before committing to a monthly subscription to confirm your desired matches are included.

Select an Android emulator:  There are many free and paid Android emulators available for PC and MAC, few of the popular ones are Bluestacks, Andy OS, Nox, MeMu and there are more you can find from Google.

Compatibility:  Before downloading them take a look at the minimum system requirements to install the emulator on your PC.

For example,  BlueStacks requires OS: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista SP2, Windows XP SP3 (32-bit only), Mac OS Sierra(10.12), High Sierra (10.13) and Mojave(10.14), 2-4GB of RAM, 4GB of disk space for storing Android apps/games, updated graphics drivers.

Finally, download and install the emulator which will work well with your PC's hardware/software.

How to Download and Install Willow for PC or MAC:

• Open the emulator software from the start menu or desktop shortcut in your PC.
• Associate or set up your Google account with the emulator.
• You can either install the app from Google PlayStore inside the emulator or download Willow APK file and open the APK file with the emulator or drag the file into the emulator window to install Willow for PC.

You can follow above instructions to install Willow for PC with any of the Android emulators available.

FAQ

Do I need a paid subscription to use Willow on PC?

Live streaming requires a Willow Monthly subscription at $14.99 per month. Free users can browse upcoming fixtures and access some replays, but live match streaming is subscription-only. No free trial is offered.

Why does the app keep asking me to log in even though I'm subscribed?

Several users report that Willow repeatedly requests login credentials and subscription verification, even with an active plan. Reinstalling the app and logging back in typically resolves this temporarily, but the issue may recur. Contacting customer support can help if the problem persists across sessions.

Can I watch Willow on my TV through my computer?

Yes. Willow supports Chromecast, so you can stream from your PC to a compatible TV. However, picture-in-picture mode on desktop has been unreliable for some users, requiring you to relaunch the app if you need to switch windows.

What happens if I want to hide scores before watching a replay?

Willow offers a score-hiding feature that prevents spoilers from displaying while you watch completed matches on demand. This lets you enjoy replays without knowing the outcome beforehand.

Are there ads in Willow even with a paid subscription?

Yes. Subscribers still encounter advertisements within the app and during video playback. This is a common complaint among paid members who expect ad-free streaming as part of their monthly fee.

What should I do if the app crashes or freezes during a live match?

Willow has experienced stability issues, including video freezing and app hangs. Restarting the app is the quickest fix. For persistent problems, reach out to Willow's customer support through their website, though response times vary.