Busy domestic season in Indian cricket: Much-awaited series for women’s and men’s teams from September to December 2025
BCCI Announces Packed International Cricket Season for Autumn 2025
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled a comprehensive international cricket schedule for the autumn of 2025, encompassing significant series across various formats for both women’s and men’s teams. The season will commence with the Australian women’s cricket team’s tour of India, serving as a crucial preparation for the upcoming ICC Women’s One Day International (ODI) World Cup 2025.
🇦🇺 Australia Women’s Team Tour of India – September 2025
In September 2025, the Australian women’s cricket team is set to tour India for a three-match ODI series. All matches will be held at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai
- 1st ODI: September 14, 2025 (Sunday)
- 2nd ODI: September 17, 2025 (Wednesday)
- 3rd ODI: September 20, 2025 (Saturday)
This series is pivotal for both teams as they gear up for the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, which is scheduled to be hosted in India. With both Australia and India being top contenders in women’s cricket, fans can anticipate high-quality matches.
🇦🇺 Australia Men’s A Team Tour of India – September-October 2025
The Australian Men’s A team will also tour India during September and October 2025, featuring two four-day unofficial Tests and three ODIs:
Four-Day Matches (Lucknow):
- 1st Match: September 16–19, 2025
- 2nd Match: September 23–26, 2025
ODI Matches (Kanpur):
- 1st ODI: September 30, 2025
- 2nd ODI: October 3, 2025
- 3rd ODI: October 5, 2025
This tour offers emerging players an opportunity to showcase their talents on an international platform, contributing to the future of Indian cricket.
🇿🇦 South Africa Men’s A Team Tour of India – October-November 2025
The South African Men’s A team is scheduled to tour India in October and November 2025, playing two four-day unofficial Tests and three ODIs:
Four-Day Matches (BCCI Centre of Excellence, Bengaluru):
- 1st Match: October 30 – November 2, 2025
- 2nd Match: November 6–9, 2025
ODI Matches (M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru):
- 1st ODI: November 13, 2025
- 2nd ODI: November 16, 2025
- 3rd ODI: November 19, 2025
This series aims to provide valuable experience to young players from both nations, preparing them for future international competitions.
🇿🇦 South Africa Senior Men’s Team Tour of India – November-December 2025
The South African senior men’s team will tour India from November to December 2025, engaging in two Tests, three ODIs, and five T20 Internationals:
Test Matches:
- 1st Test: November 14–18, 2025 – Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi
- 2nd Test: November 22–26, 2025 – Assam Cricket Association Stadium, Guwahati
ODI Matches:
- 1st ODI: November 30, 2025 – JSCA International Stadium, Ranchi
- 2nd ODI: December 3, 2025 – Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur
- 3rd ODI: December 6, 2025 – ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
T20I Matches:
- 1st T20I: December 9, 2025 – Barabati Stadium, Cuttack
- 2nd T20I: December 11, 2025 – Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium, Mullanpur
- 3rd T20I: December 14, 2025 – Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala
- 4th T20I: December 17, 2025 – Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
- 5th T20I: December 19, 2025 – Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
This comprehensive tour is significant for both teams, especially in the context of preparations for upcoming international tournaments.
Conclusion
The BCCI’s announcement of this extensive home season presents a golden opportunity for Indian cricket. It offers both young and seasoned players a platform to perform at the international level. For women’s and men’s teams alike, this season will be instrumental in gearing up for the World Cup and other major tournaments.
The multi-format series against Australia A and South Africa A will provide emerging talents with invaluable international exposure. Hosting matches in cities like Lucknow, Kanpur, and Bengaluru will allow players to adapt to diverse conditions, aiding their development.
Overall, this domestic season, as outlined by the BCCI, marks a significant step towards the growth and success of Indian cricket. It not only offers players international experience but also gives fans the chance to witness high-caliber cricket. Through this season, Indian cricket is poised to reach new heights.
