India’s 2025 Season Opens with WI, SA Tours

India’s 2025 home cricket season is set for a grand start, as the BCCI has announced a packed schedule featuring two high-profile international series. Cricket fans across the country can look forward to an exciting mix of red-ball and white-ball action, with visits from the West Indies and South Africa between October and December.

🇮🇳🏏 West Indies Tour of India – October 2025

India will begin their international season by hosting the West Indies for a two-match Test series:

• 1st Test – October 2–6 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
• 2nd Test – October 10–14 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata

This series will mark a significant return for the Caribbean side to Indian soil in the longest format. With both teams looking to make an impact in the ongoing World Test Championship cycle, the matches are expected to draw huge crowds.

🇿🇦 South Africa’s Full Tour – November to December 2025
Shortly after the West Indies series, India will welcome South Africa for a full-fledged tour comprising two Tests, three ODIs, and five T20Is.

🏆 Test Series:

• 1st Test – November 14–18 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi
• 2nd Test – November 22–26 at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati

This will be a landmark moment for Guwahati, which is set to host its first-ever Test match, highlighting cricket’s expanding reach across the country.

🎯 ODI Series:

• 1st ODI – November 30 at JSCA International Stadium, Ranchi
• 2nd ODI – December 3 at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium, Raipur
• 3rd ODI – December 6 at ACA–VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam

With the 2027 ODI World Cup in mind, these matches will be key for both sides in building a strong core.

🔥 T20I Series:

• 1st T20I – December 9 at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack
• 2nd T20I – December 11 at Mullanpur International Stadium, New Chandigarh
• 3rd T20I – December 14 at HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala
• 4th T20I – December 17 at Ekana Stadium, Lucknow
• 5th T20I – December 19 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

The five-match T20I series promises electrifying action as both teams continue preparations for the T20 World Cup the following year.

🌟 A Season That Spans the Nation

The 2025 home season isn’t just about high-voltage cricket—it also reflects BCCI’s broader strategy to bring international cricket to newer and more diverse venues. Cities like Guwahati and New Chandigarh stepping into the Test and T20I spotlight marks a new era of inclusivity and outreach for Indian cricket.

Fans across India will have plenty to cheer for, as Team India gears up for a season filled with intense rivalries, young talent, and unforgettable moments.