How to watch England vs India Test series 2025 for Free? Details inside

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The much-anticipated England vs India Test series kicks off today, June 20, 2025, at Headingley, Leeds, marking the start of a five-match contest that promises high drama and fierce competition. With both teams entering a new era—India under the fresh captaincy of Shubman Gill and England led by Ben Stokes—cricket fans worldwide are eager to catch every moment live.
Start Time: 10 am GMT/ 11 am BST/ 3:30 pm IST daily
The England vs India Test series will be broadcast and streamed live across several platforms globally:
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1. ICC.TV Free Streaming
ICC.TV is offering free live streams of the entire England vs India Test series, but this is only available in select regions (such as Italy and some European countries).
If you are not in a supported region, you can still access the free stream by using a VPN (Virtual Private Network).
Steps to Watch for Free:
Subscribe to a reputable VPN service (ExpressVPN, NordVPN, etc.), many of which offer free trials or 30-day money-back guarantees.
Download and install the VPN app on your device.
Connect to a server in a country where ICC.TV offers free streaming (e.g., Italy).
Visit ICC.TV and create a free account if required.
Stream the England vs India Test matches live at no cost.
This method is legal in most jurisdictions as long as you have a valid account and respect the terms of service of both the VPN and ICC.TV.
2. Free trials and introductory offers
Kayo Sports (Australia): Offers a free trial for new users, allowing you to watch the series without paying if you time your subscription with the matches.
VPN Services: Many VPN providers offer a 30-day money-back guarantee, effectively giving you a risk-free trial to access region-locked streams.
3. Other legal options
NOW (UK): Offers day passes, but these are paid. However, promotional offers may occasionally provide free access for new users.
JioHotstar (India): While not free, subscriptions are very affordable (starting at INR 299/month) and some mobile data providers may bundle free Hotstar access with certain plans.
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