
Key Points:
- Over 50 matches in 2025: India will play across all three formats Tests, ODIs, and T20s.
- Major tournaments lined up: Champions Trophy, World Test Championship Final, and T20 Asia Cup.
- Intense bilateral series: India faces England, Australia, Bangladesh, and South Africa throughout the year.
- Crucial encounters with rivals: High-pressure matches against Pakistan, New Zealand, and others in ICC tournaments.
New Delhi: With just hours left in 2024, the cricketing world reflects on a mixed year for Team India. While they created history by clinching the T20 World Cup, setbacks like a clean sweep by New Zealand, Test defeats in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and an ODI series loss to Sri Lanka brought challenges. However, 2025 promises to be a thrilling year for Indian cricket fans, with a packed schedule featuring over 50 matches and major tournaments.
February: India vs. England – Home Series
The action begins with a three-match ODI series against England.
- 1st ODI: February 6, Nagpur.
- 2nd ODI: February 9, Cuttack.
- 3rd ODI: February 12, Ahmedabad.
February-March: Champions Trophy 2025
India eyes glory in this prestigious ICC tournament hosted in Dubai.
- Group Matches:
- February 20: India vs. Bangladesh, Dubai.
- February 23: India vs. Pakistan, Dubai.
- March 2: India vs. New Zealand, Dubai.
- Knockouts:
- Semi-final on March 4, if qualified.
- Final on March 9, if victorious.
August: Tour of Bangladesh
India will visit Bangladesh for a series of:
- 3 ODIs.
- 3 T20s.
November: Tour of Australia
The Indian team will face Australia in an intense bilateral series.
- 3 ODIs.
- 5 T20s.
November-December: Tour of South Africa
India will conclude the year with an all-format series in South Africa.
- 2 Tests.
- 3 ODIs.
- 5 T20s.
Major Tournaments in 2025
- World Test Championship Final (June):
- To be held at Lord’s, London. India aims to reclaim the WTC mace.
- T20 Asia Cup (October-November):
- A key tournament in the subcontinent’s cricket calendar.

What Awaits Fans in 2025?
With iconic venues, high-pressure matches, and fierce rivalries, 2025 will be an unforgettable year for Indian cricket. Whether it’s facing arch-rivals Pakistan or battling for supremacy in ICC tournaments, Team India is ready to take on the challenges. Stay tuned for a thrilling year of cricket!