When the Gujarat Titans and the Lucknow Super Giants entered the six-hitting, bail-illuminating, death-bowling fray that is Indian Premier League cricket at the beginning of the season, few expected them to be two of the last four standing. But here they are, vying with the Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bangalore for the 2022 IPL title, in one of the unlikeliest playoff lineups in the competition's history. Read on as we explain how to get a 2022 IPL live stream and watch every match of the playoffs online from anywhere.
Dates: Saturday, March 26 - Sunday, May 29
Reigning champions: Chennai Super Kings
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Of the quartet, only the Royals have ever lifted the IPL trophy before, and that was all the way back in 2008, when the Indian Premier League was in its infancy. Is this finally the year for RCB, who have been runners up three times? They snuck into the playoffs by the skin of their teeth, and what a story it would be if Virat Kohli was to finally get his hands on the prize that has eluded him for so long.
They've got momentum on their side but so do the Super Giants who roar into the playoffs off the back of a Quinton de Kock century and a qualification-sealing victory that took them to the very brink.
And it's only going to get more chaotic from here! It's world class cricket played at 150kph, and you can follow our Indian Premier League cricket guide for all you need to know to find a 2022 IPL live stream and watch every game from anywhere in the world. We've also listed the 2022 IPL playoff schedule below.
2022 IPL playoff schedule
All times given in BST
Tuesday, May 24
Qualifier 1 - Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals - 3pm
Wednesday, May 25
Eliminator - Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bangalore - 3pm
Friday, May 27
Qualifier 2 - Loser of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Eliminator - 3pm
Sunday, May 29
2022 IPL FINAL - 3.30pm
How to watch Indian Premier League: live stream IPL 2022 cricket online in India
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How to watch IPL cricket from outside your country
Below we've got you covered with your official broadcasting options for major cricket loving countries (and the US!), but if you're outside your country of residence - whether that's India, the UK or anywhere else - and try to start streaming the cricket via your local broadcaster, you'll soon discover that you can't, as it's location restricted. But there is a way to tune in regardless.
By downloading and installing a VPN, you can effectively trick your computer into thinking that it's back at home. That way you can enjoy your home coverage without having to find an illegal stream - assuming you comply with the broadcaster's fine print, of course - specifically its terms and conditions.
Use a VPN to live stream IPL cricket from anywhere
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Can I watch an IPL live stream in Pakistan?
Relations between Pakistan and India continue to be fractious to say the least, and one of the results is that the IPL is once again not being broadcast in Pakistan. Very disappointing news for the cricket-mad nation.
Your best bet, therefore, may be to use one of the best streaming VPNs to tap into coverage from a different country, as described above.
The software is generally ideal for this as it allows you to change your IP address and appear to be in a completely different location - and all through a safe, encrypted connection. But do bear in mind that most paid streaming services do require a credit card based in the same country as the service.