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India Hosts West Indies, South Africa

India hosts West Indies, South Africa in back-to-back Test and white-ball series

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India hosts West Indies and South Africa in packed 2025 home cricket schedule across formats

Blockbuster Home Season Ahead for India

India hosts West Indies, South Africa in a jam-packed home schedule starting this October, as announced by the BCCI. The Men in Blue will take on two strong opponents in both red and white-ball formats, with cricket fans in for a thrilling end to 2025.

Yes, India hosts West Indies, South Africa in what promises to be a high-stakes season. From historic firsts to World Cup rematches, the calendar has something for every cricket lover.

West Indies Arrive First

India’s home campaign kicks off with a two-Test series against the West Indies.

  • 1st Test: Oct 2–6 in Ahmedabad

  • 2nd Test: Oct 10–14 in Kolkata

The two sides last met in a Test series in July 2023, where India sealed a 1-0 win.

South Africa Series Brings All Formats

Following the Windies, South Africa’s full tour begins mid-November with a two-Test series.

  • 1st Test: Nov 14–18 in New Delhi

  • 2nd Test: Nov 22–26 in Guwahati (hosting its first-ever Test)

Then comes a three-match ODI series:

  • 1st ODI: Nov 30 in Ranchi

  • 2nd ODI: Dec 3 in Raipur

  • 3rd ODI: Dec 6 in Vizag

And finally, a five-match T20I battle:

  • 1st T20I: Dec 9 in Cuttack

  • 2nd T20I: Dec 11 in New Chandigarh

  • 3rd T20I: Dec 14 in Dharamsala

  • 4th T20I: Dec 17 in Lucknow

  • 5th T20I: Dec 19 in Ahmedabad

Storylines to Watch

  • India vs West Indies will offer Test fans classic cricket in iconic venues.

  • Guwahati’s Test debut marks a significant milestone for Northeast India.

  • India vs South Africa will revive World Cup memories—India had beaten the Proteas in the T20 World Cup 2024 Final.

Tour Segment Dates Venues
Tests vs WI Oct 2–14 Ahmedabad, Kolkata
Tests vs SA Nov 14–26 New Delhi, Guwahati
ODIs vs SA Nov 30 – Dec 6 Ranchi, Raipur, Vizag
T20Is vs SA Dec 9 – Dec 19 Cuttack, Chandigarh, Dharamsala, Lucknow, Ahmedabad

This home season not only features competitive cricket but also helps India prepare for the next ICC cycle, building momentum across formats.


👉 Stay tuned to Cricket Army for exclusive coverage, match previews, and updates throughout India’s 2025 home season.

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