India 2024-25 home season schedule : Cricket fans, brace yourselves! The BCCI has unveiled a jam packed schedule for India’s 2024-25 home season, featuring exciting series against Bangladesh, New Zealand, and England.
Let’s have a look into more details: India 2024-25 home season schedule
India’s Home Season Kick-off: Bangladesh Series
India’s home season kicks off with a bang as they host Bangladesh for a two match Test series, followed by a three-match T20I series. This series marks the beginning of an exhilarating home season starting in September.
Bangladesh’s Tour of India
| S. No. | Date (From) | Date (To) | Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thu 19-Sep | Mon 23-Sep | 9:30 AM | 1st Test | Chennai |
| 2 | Fri 27-Sep | Tue 01-Oct | 9:30 AM | 2nd Test | Kanpur |
| 3 | Sun 06-Oct | – | 7:00 PM | 1st T20I | Dharamsala |
| 4 | Wed 09-Oct | – | 7:00 PM | 2nd T20I | Delhi |
| 5 | Sat 12-Oct | – | 7:00 PM | 3rd T20I | Hyderabad |
New Zealand‘s Tour of India
Just as the excitement from the Bangladesh series settles, the New Zealand team will arrive for a three-match Test series in October and early November. This series promises to be a stern test of India’s mettle, especially in the longest format of the game.
| S. No. | Date (From) | Date (To) | Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wed 16-Oct-24 | Sun 20-Oct-24 | 9:30 AM | 1st Test | Bengaluru |
| 2 | Thu 24-Oct-24 | Mon 28-Oct-24 | 9:30 AM | 2nd Test | Pune |
| 3 | Fri 01-Nov-24 | Tue 05-Nov-24 | 9:30 AM | 3rd Test | Mumbai |
England’s Tour of India
As the calendar flips to 2025, England will visit India for a high octane series of five T20Is and three ODIs. This series is not just another bilateral engagement but a crucial preparation for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
| S. No. | Date (From) | Date (To) | Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wed 22-Jan-25 | – | 7:00 PM | 1st T20I | Chennai |
| 2 | Sat 25-Jan-25 | – | 7:00 PM | 2nd T20I | Kolkata |
| 3 | Tue 28-Jan-25 | – | 7:00 PM | 3rd T20I | Rajkot |
| 4 | Fri 31-Jan-25 | – | 7:00 PM | 4th T20I | Pune |
| 5 | Sun 02-Feb-25 | – | 7:00 PM | 5th T20I | Mumbai |
| 6 | Thu 06-Feb-25 | – | 1:30 PM | 1st ODI | Nagpur |
| 7 | Sun 09-Feb-25 | – | 1:30 PM | 2nd ODI | Cuttack |
| 8 | Wed 12-Feb-25 | – | 1:30 PM | 3rd ODI | Ahmedabad |
This upcoming home season is not just about the matches themselves but also a strategic period for India as they gear up for major international tournaments. With the 2025 Champions Trophy on the horizon and the ICC Test Championship cycle in full swing, these series will be crucial for building momentum and assessing player form and combinations.
Each venue selected for the 2024-25 season adds its unique flavor and history to the matches. From the coastal beauty of Chennai and the picturesque settings of Dharamsala to the cricketing hotbeds of Mumbai and Kolkata, fans are in for a treat as these iconic venues come alive with cricketing action.
The 2024-25 home season promises a cricketing feast for fans in India and around the world. As Bangladesh, New Zealand, and England set foot on Indian soil, the stage is set for an unforgettable series of contests.
FAQ
When does India’s 2024-25 home cricket season start?
The season kicks off with a two match Test series against Bangladesh starting from September 19, 2024
