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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially unveiled Team India’s international home season fixtures for 2025. The schedule features high-profile series against West Indies and South Africa, covering Test matches, One-Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is).
This season will be crucial for India as they prepare for major global tournaments, including the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and the T20 World Cup 2026.
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India vs West Indies – Test Series
The home season kicks off on October 2, 2025, with India taking on West Indies in a two-match Test series. The first Test will be played in Ahmedabad, followed by the second in Kolkata from October 10. These matches are part of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle, making them crucial for India’s standings in the tournament.
India vs South Africa – Historic Test & Limited-Overs Series
After facing West Indies, India will host South Africa for an all-format series. This includes:
- Two Test matches (one of which will be Guwahati’s first-ever Test).
- Three ODIs in Ranchi, Raipur, and Vizag.
- A five-match T20I series, which concludes in Ahmedabad on December 19.
These fixtures will be vital for India’s preparation for the T20 World Cup 2026, as they will provide opportunities to experiment with the squad and refine strategies.
Complete Schedule: Team India’s 2025 Home Season
West Indies Tour of India (Test Series)
| No. | Date | Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2nd – 6th Oct 2025 | 9:30 AM | 1st Test | Ahmedabad |
| 2 | 10th – 14th Oct 2025 | 9:30 AM | 2nd Test | Kolkata |
South Africa Tour of India
Test Series
| No. | Date | Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14th – 18th Nov 2025 | 9:30 AM | 1st Test | New Delhi |
| 2 | 22nd – 26th Nov 2025 | 9:30 AM | 2nd Test | Guwahati |
ODI Series
| No. | Date | Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30th Nov 2025 | 1:30 PM | 1st ODI | Ranchi |
| 2 | 3rd Dec 2025 | 1:30 PM | 2nd ODI | Raipur |
| 3 | 6th Dec 2025 | 1:30 PM | 3rd ODI | Vizag |
T20I Series
| No. | Date | Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9th Dec 2025 | 7:00 PM | 1st T20I | Cuttack |
| 2 | 11th Dec 2025 | 7:00 PM | 2nd T20I | New Chandigarh |
| 3 | 14th Dec 2025 | 7:00 PM | 3rd T20I | Dharamsala |
| 4 | 17th Dec 2025 | 7:00 PM | 4th T20I | Lucknow |
| 5 | 19th Dec 2025 | 7:00 PM | 5th T20I | Ahmedabad |
Key Takeaways from India’s 2025 Home Season
- West Indies Test Series: Important for India’s World Test Championship (WTC) campaign.
- Historic Test in Guwahati: The venue will host a Test match for the first time.
- Limited-Overs Action: South Africa series will prepare India for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and T20 World Cup 2026.
- Venues Across India: Matches are spread across various locations, offering fans nationwide an opportunity to watch Team India in action.
With top cricketing action lined up, fantasy cricket enthusiasts can also look forward to exciting dream11 prediction opportunities, analyzing player performances, pitch conditions, and team form.
Stay tuned for more updates, match previews, and insights as Team India embarks on an exciting 2025 home season!
