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.
However, some streaming services may have policies restricting VPN use to access region-specific content. If you're considering a VPN for streaming, check the platform's terms of service to ensure compliance.
If you choose to use a VPN, follow the provider's installation instructions, ensuring you're connected securely and in compliance with applicable laws and service agreements. Some streaming platforms may block access when a VPN is detected, so verifying if your streaming subscription allows VPN use is crucial.
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Livestream England vs. India in the US and Canada
This Test series is being broadcast live in North America on cricket-streaming service Willow TV.
Livestream the fifth Test in India
This Test series is being televised on Sony Sports Ten 1 and Sony Sports Ten 5 linear channels in India, and can be livestreamed via JioHotstar.
Watch England vs. India in the UK
Live coverage of this summer Test series is exclusive to Sky Sports in the UK, with all games shown live on its Sky Sports cricket channel. If you already have Sky Sports as part of your TV package, you can stream the tournament via its Sky Go app, but cord-cutters will want to set up a Now account and a Now Sports membership to stream the action.
Stream England vs. India for free around the world
Scores of countries around the world can watch this Test series live and for free via the International Cricket Council's very own streaming service ICC TV.
A full list of which countries can access the free livestream can be found here.
Livestream England vs. India in South Africa
In South Africa, this Test series is being shown on SuperSport.
If you can't watch on your TV, you can also watch via the network's streaming service for PC and Mac, as well as via SuperSport's mobile app.
Stream England vs. India in Australia
Cricket fans Down Under can watch the action on Foxtel as well as its sister streaming service Kayo Sports.
Kayo Sports Kayo Sports Watch the England vs. India Test series in Australia for AU$25 A Kayo Sports subscription starts at AU$25 a month and lets you stream on one screen, while its Premium tier costs AU$40 a month for simultaneous viewing on up to three devices. The service gives you access to a wide range of sports, including F1, NRL, NFL, NHL and MLB, and there are no lock-in contracts. Better still, if you're a new customer, you can take advantage of a one-week Kayo Sports free trial. See at Kayo Sports
Stream England vs. India in New Zealand
Pay TV broadcaster Sky Sport has broadcast rights to show the series live in New Zealand.
Quick tips for streaming the England vs. India Test series using a VPN