The Indian cricket teams, both men’s and women’s, are set for an action-packed 2025 with high-stakes tournaments and numerous bilateral series on the horizon. From ICC events to challenging overseas tours, here’s what lies ahead for Indian cricket in the coming year.
Men’s Cricket Schedule
January: Australia Test and England’s Tour of India
– The Indian men’s team kicked off 2025 by playing the final Test of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle against Australia in Sydney from January 3-7.
– Later in the month, England will visit India for a white-ball series comprising five T20Is and three ODIs, starting January 22.
February-March: ICC Champions Trophy
– One of the year’s marquee events, the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy, will take place in Pakistan and the UAE.
– India, the 2013 champions, will aim to reclaim the title and break their ICC trophy drought.
March-May: Indian Premier League
– The Indian Premier League (IPL) will dominate the cricket landscape during its March-May window, with no international matches scheduled.
June-August: Five-Test Series in England
– India will embark on their WTC 2025-27 journey with a five-match Test series in England, running from June 20 to August 4.
August: Tour of Bangladesh
In August, India will tour Bangladesh for a three-match ODI and T20I series. The dates are yet to be finalized.
October: West Indies Series at Home
The West Indies will visit India for a two-Test series in October.
November-December: South Africa Series
To conclude the year, India will host South Africa for a multi-format series featuring two Tests, three ODIs, and five T20Is.
Women’s Cricket Schedule
January: Ireland’s Visit
– The Indian women’s team will start the year with a three-match ODI series against Ireland at home, scheduled from January 10 to 15.
February-March: Women’s Premier League
February and March will see the return of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), offering domestic players and stars a platform to showcase their skills.
June-July: England Tour
The women’s team will travel to England for a bilateral white-ball series, playing five T20Is and three ODIs from June 28 to July 22.
September-October: ICC Women’s ODI World Cup
A major highlight for Indian cricket in 2025 is the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, which will be held in India. This tournament presents Harmanpreet Kaur’s side with a golden opportunity to secure their first-ever ICC trophy after finishing as runners-up twice in the past.
December: Series Against Bangladesh
The women’s team will close the year with a home series against Bangladesh, featuring three ODIs and three T20Is.
What to Watch For in 2025
- Big ICC Events:
The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy and the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup are the standout fixtures, with India hosting the women’s tournament.
- Challenging Overseas Tours:
The men’s Test series in England and the women’s white-ball series in England will test the teams against top opposition in foreign conditions.
- Redemption Opportunities:
Both teams will look to bounce back from past ICC tournament disappointments, with the men aiming to win their first ICC event since 2013 and the women chasing their maiden World Cup title.
- Packed Domestic Calendar:
India will host England, West Indies, and South Africa for various formats, giving fans plenty of cricketing action at home.
The Road Ahead
2025 promises to be a thrilling chapter for Indian cricket, with its teams gearing up for tough international challenges and the chance to etch their names in history. While the men’s side will aim for ICC glory and Test supremacy, the women’s team has the perfect stage to achieve a long-awaited World Cup triumph. With an exciting mix of tournaments and tours, cricket fans have a lot to look forward to.
