For cricket fans, the Indian Premier League (IPL) needs no introduction. Since its maiden season in 2008, the IPL has gone on to establish itself as the premier T20 league across the world.
IPL 2021 is scheduled to start on April 9 and end on May 30, 2021. The first game will be between the Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore.We’re sure you don’t want to miss any of the action. The event runs for nearly 2 months with plenty of high-octane games and players ready to prove their mettle.
The best way to stream the IPL live online from anywhere in the world is to make use of a high-quality, lag-free internet connection that’s able to stream HD video safely and securely on a variety of streaming devices. Read on to understand how to stream the IPL matches without the possibility of hackers snooping on your behavior.
Stream IPL live on Sling and Willow TV
Price: 35 USD/month and up
Channels: Willow & Willow Extra (available with the Sling TV “World Sports” add-on for 10 USD/month or 60 USD/year)
Sling TV offers an add-on that includes Willow TV and Willow TV Extra—a great way to watch IPL live. Be sure to check the fixture schedule to know when to tune in.
Score a three-day free trial with Sling TV! To get started:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location in the U.S.
- Head to Sling TV (25 USD/month and up) and sign up. (Use the “World Sports” add-on for 10 USD/month)
- Tune in to the action!
Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
Watching on mobile? Fire up the Hotstar app on your Android or iOS device.
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Watch live IPL matches on Hotstar India
Price:
- Hotstar Premium: ₹299/month or ₹1499/year (4 USD/month or 20 USD/year)
- Hotstar VIP: ₹399/year (5.4 USD/year)
Wherever you are, Hotstar provides the cheapest way to watch cricket. There are currently no free trials available, but there is a 48-hour refund policy if you decide to unsubscribe.
To watch cricket on Hotstar:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location in India.
- Go to Hotstar and subscribe.
- Clear your browser cache and cookies and restart your device.
- Tune in to the matches!
Note: You may need a Indian credit/debit card and phone number to subscribe to Hotstar India.
Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
Watching on mobile? Fire up the Hotstar app on your Android or iOS device.
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Watch IPL cricket with Sky Sports
Price: 22 GBP/month and up
Sky Sports has secured broadcast rights for IPL 2021. However, specialized equipment is required to watch the TV broadcasts. You will also need to provide a valid postal code and a UK/Ireland credit or debit card.
If you already have a Sky subscription, you can stream its content online via Sky Go. With a VPN, you can watch Sky Go even when you’re traveling abroad. Check the official Sky Sports schedule to know when to watch.
Follow these steps to stream Sky Sports safely and securely:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server in the UK.
- Head to Sky Go and log in.
- Clear your browser cache and cookies and restart your device.
- Stream the IPL!
Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
Watching on mobile? Fire up the Sky Go app on your Android or iOS device.
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Watch IPL highlights on YouTube
Check out the latest highlights, news, and interviews on the Indian Premier League YouTube channel.
To watch highlights on YouTube:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location where YouTube is available.
- Go to the Indian Premier League YouTube channel.
- Enjoy!
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2021 IPL Schedule
| Match No | Team | Date | Day | Time | Venue |
| 1 | Mumbai Indians vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore | April 9 | Friday | 4:30 a.m. | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 2 | Chennai Super Kings vs. Delhi Capitals | April 10 | Saturday | 4:30 a.m. | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Kolkata Knight Riders | April 11 | Sunday | 4:30 a.m. | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 4 | Rajasthan Royals vs. Punjab Kings | April 12 | Monday | 4:30 a.m. | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 5 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Mumbai Indians | April 13 | Tuesday | 4:30 a.m. | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 6 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore | April 14 | Wednesday | 4:30 a.m. | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 7 | Rajasthan Royals vs. Delhi Capitals | April 15 | Thursday | 4:30 a.m. | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 8 | Punjab Kings vs. Chennai Super Kings | April 16 | Friday | 4:30 a.m. | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 9 | Mumbai Indians vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad | April 17 | Saturday | 4:30 a.m. | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 10 | Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Kolkata Knight Riders | April 18 | Sunday | 12:30 a.m. | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 11 | Delhi Capitals vs. Punjab Kings | April 18 | Sunday | 4:30 a.m. | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 12 | Chennai Super Kings vs. Rajasthan Royals | April 19 | Monday | 4:30 a.m. | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 13 | Delhi Capitals vs. Mumbai Indians | April 20 | Tuesday | 4:30 a.m. | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 14 | Punjab Kings vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad | April 21 | Wednesday | 12:30 a.m. | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 15 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Chennai Super Kings | April 21 | Wednesday | 4:30 a.m. | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 16 | Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Rajasthan Royals | April 22 | Thursday | 4:30 a.m. | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 17 | Punjab Kings vs. Mumbai Indians | April 23 | Friday | 4:30 a.m. | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 18 | Rajasthan Royals vs. Kolkata Knight Riders | April 24 | Saturday | 4:30 a.m. | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 19 | Chennai Super Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore | April 25 | Sunday | 4:30 a.m. | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 20 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Delhi Capitals | April 25 | Sunday | 4:30 a.m. | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 21 | Punjab Kings vs. Kolkata Knight Riders | April 26 | Monday | 4:30 a.m. | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 22 | Delhi Capitals vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore | April 27 | Tuesday | 4:30 a.m. | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 23 | Chennai Super Kings vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad | April 28 | Wednesday | 4:30 a.m. | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 24 | Mumbai Indians vs. Rajasthan Royals | April 29 | Thursday | 12:30 a.m. | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 25 | Delhi Capitals vs. Kolkata Knight Riders | April 29 | Thursday | 4:30 a.m. | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 26 | Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore | April 30 | Friday | 4:30 a.m. | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 27 | Mumbai Indians vs. Chennai Super Kings | May 1 | Saturday | 4:30 a.m. | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 28 | Rajasthan Royals vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad | May 2 | Sunday | 12:30 a.m. | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 29 | Punjab Kings vs. Delhi Capitals | May 2 | Sunday | 4:30 a.m. | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 30 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore | May 3 | Monday | 4:30 a.m. | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 31 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Mumbai Indians | May 4 | Tuesday | 4:30 a.m. | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 32 | Rajasthan Royals vs. Chennai Super Kings | May 5 | Wednesday | 4:30 a.m. | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 33 | Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Punjab Kings | May 6 | Thursday | 4:30 a.m. | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 34 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Chennai Super Kings | May 7 | Friday | 4:30 a.m. | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 35 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Delhi Capitals | May 8 | Saturday | 12:30 a.m. | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 36 | Rajasthan Royals vs. Mumbai Indians | May 8 | Saturday | 4:30 a.m. | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 37 | Chennai Super Kings vs. Punjab Kings | May 9 | Sunday | 12:30 a.m. | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore |
| 38 | Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad | May 9 | Sunday | 4:30 a.m. | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 39 | Mumbai Indians vs. Kolkata Knight Riders | May 10 | Monday | 4:30 a.m. | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore |
| 40 | Delhi Capitals vs. Rajasthan Royals | May 11 | Tuesday | 4:30 a.m. | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 41 | Chennai Super Kings vs. Kolkata Knight Riders | May 12 | Wednesday | 4:30 a.m. | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore |
| 42 | Mumbai Indians vs. Punjab Kings | May 13 | Thursday | 12:30 a.m. | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore |
| 43 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Rajasthan Royals | May 13 | Thursday | 4:30 a.m. | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 44 | Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Delhi Capitals | May 14 | Friday | 4:30 a.m. | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 45 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Punjab Kings | May 15 | Saturday | 4:30 a.m. | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore |
| 46 | Rajasthan Royals vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore | May 16 | Sunday | 12:30 a.m. | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 47 | Chennai Super Kings vs. Mumbai Indians | May 16 | Sunday | 4:30 a.m. | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore |
| 48 | Delhi Capitals vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad | May 17 | Monday | 4:30 a.m. | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 49 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Rajasthan Royals | May 18 | Tuesday | 4:30 a.m. | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore |
| 50 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Punjab Kings | May 19 | Wednesday | 4:30 a.m. | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore |
| 51 | Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Mumbai Indians | May 20 | Thursday | 4:30 a.m. | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 52 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad | May 21 | Friday | 12:30 a.m. | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 53 | Delhi Capitals vs. Chennai Super Kings | May 21 | Friday | 4:30 a.m. | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore |
| 54 | Punjab Kings vs. Rajasthan Royals | May 22 | Saturday | 4:30 a.m. | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore |
| 55 | Mumbai Indians vs. Delhi Capitals | May 23 | Sunday | 12:30 a.m. | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 56 | Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Chennai Super Kings | May 23 | Sunday | 4:30 a.m. | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 57 | TBD vs. TBD | May 25 | Tuesday | 4:30 a.m. | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 58 | TBD vs. TBD | May 26 | Wednesday | 4:30 a.m. | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 59 | TBD vs. TBD | May 28 | Friday | 4:30 a.m. | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 60 | TBD vs. TBD | May 30 | Sunday | 4:30 a.m. | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
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