Team India's Cricket Calendar for the rest of 2025
- arjunveersingh
- Aug 16
- 3 min read
Cricket in India is more than just a sport—it’s a way of life. And 2025 is shaping up to be one of the busiest and most exciting years for both the men’s and women’s teams. From iconic rivalries to World Cups, fans can look forward to a packed calendar filled with high-stakes series and global tournaments.
Here’s a detailed look at India’s cricket itinerary for the rest of 2025.
Men’s Cricket Schedule 2025
After a gripping five-Test series in England earlier this summer, India’s men’s team returns home for an action-packed season.
Asia Cup 2025 (T20 Format)
Dates: September 9 – 28, 2025
Host: UAE (Dubai & Abu Dhabi)
India will defend their title in the T20 Asia Cup, facing arch-rivals Pakistan along with Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. This will be India’s final big T20 test before the year-end home season.
West Indies Tour of India
Dates: October 2 – 14, 2025
Format: 2 Tests (part of the World Test Championship)
India will take on the West Indies at home, aiming to strengthen their position in the ongoing WTC cycle.
Australia Tour of India
Dates: October 19 – November 8, 2025
Format: 3 ODIs, 5 T20Is
Fans can expect fireworks as India and Australia renew their rivalry across white-ball formats. The ODIs will be crucial preparation ahead of the 2026 Champions Trophy.
South Africa Tour of India
Dates: November 14 – December 19, 2025
Format: 2 Tests, 3 ODIs, 5 T20Is
India will finish the year with a full series against South Africa, providing an all-format contest to close out 2025.
Women’s Cricket Schedule 2025
India’s women’s team has already had a strong year, with their tour of England earlier in the summer. The second half of 2025 is even more exciting, with the Women’s World Cup returning to Indian soil.
Australia Women Tour of India
Dates: September 14 – 20, 2025
Format: 3 ODIs
A vital series that will serve as preparation ahead of the World Cup, featuring two cricketing giants in women’s cricket.
ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025
Dates: September 30 – November 2, 2025
Hosts: India & Sri Lanka
India will co-host the Women’s ODI World Cup, with matches set to take place across Bengaluru, Indore, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, and Colombo.
The team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain, will be eager to lift their first-ever ODI World Cup on home soil.
At a Glance: India’s Upcoming Fixtures
From the Asia Cup to the ICC Women’s World Cup, the second half of 2025 promises non-stop cricketing action for Indian fans. While the men’s team will be tested at home against the West Indies, Australia, and South Africa, the women’s team will carry the nation’s hopes into a historic World Cup campaign on home soil.
One thing is certain: the rest of 2025 will keep Indian cricket fans glued to their screens, cheering louder than ever.