England's fiery series against India comes to a close at the Oval with the fifth Test and the result on a knife edge. The hosts hold a 2-1 lead going into the final match.
Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to watch this Test match as it happens, wherever you are in the world. We'll also explain how to use a VPN if the match isn't available where you are, along with a full match list.
A superb rearguard performance at Old Trafford saw the tourists earn a draw in the fourth encounter and keep the chance of a tied series alive. India skipper Shubman Gill put in another superb performance and raised his tally in the series so far to an incredible 722 runs.
England come into this crucial final Test without the steady hands of captain Ben Stokes, thanks to a shoulder muscle tear, while Jofra Archer's impressive comeback has been halted after the hosts opted to rest the fast bowler. Spinner Liam Dawson and Durham's Brydon Carse also miss out. Jacob Bethell is now set bat at No. 6. for England, with Surrey bowlers Gus Atkinson and Jamie Overton also set to play on their home ground, alongside Nottinghamshire star Josh Tongue.
Key Indian pace man Jasprit Bumrah is not expected to play in the final Test for the tourists, with wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant also ruled out.
The fifth Test between England and India takes place between Thursday, July 31, and Monday, Aug. 4, at The Oval in south London. The first ball is set to be played at 11 a.m. BST local time each day, making it a 3:30 p.m. IST start in India. That's 6 a.m. ET or 3 a.m. PT in the US and Canada, while for Australian cricket fans it's an 8 p.m. AEST start.
With Ben Stokes injured, Ollie Pope will lead England for this fifth and final Test match of the series. Gareth Copley/Getty Images
How to watch England vs. India fifth Test online from anywhere using a VPN
If you're traveling abroad and want to keep up with all the cricket action while away from home, a VPN can help enhance your privacy and security when streaming.
It encrypts your traffic and prevents your internet service provider from throttling your speeds. A VPN can also be helpful when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks while traveling, adding an extra layer of protection for your devices and logins. VPNs are legal in many countries, including the US and Canada, and can be used for legitimate purposes such as improving online privacy and security.
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