The BCCI has finalized and announced the revised schedule for India’s 2024–25 international home season along with the South Africa A tour. These updates come amid logistical reshuffling and infrastructure upgrades across several venues. The cricket board has laid out a packed itinerary that includes matches against Bangladesh and England for the senior men’s team and a comprehensive multi-format tour by South Africa A. The BCCI has emphasized its aim to decentralize hosting duties and give emerging venues more visibility.
India’s home season begins with a two-Test series against Bangladesh in September 2024, with matches scheduled in Chennai (September 19–23) and Kanpur (September 27–October 1). This will be followed by a three-match T20I series held in Gwalior, Delhi, and Hyderabad. The opening T20I in Gwalior on October 6 is especially noteworthy, as it marks the city’s first international match in years. The BCCI moved this match from Dharamsala due to delays in stadium renovations, showing flexibility in accommodating stadium readiness and fan access.
The England tour of India in early 2025 is another key component of the updated schedule. It will consist of five T20Is and three ODIs. Cities like Kolkata, Chennai, and Mumbai will host the T20Is, while Nagpur, Cuttack, and Ahmedabad have been assigned the ODIs. The BCCI adjusted the T20I dates for Kolkata and Chennai due to local law enforcement constraints around Republic Day. These alterations underline the board’s responsiveness to real-time logistics while maintaining the integrity of the series.
South Africa A will visit India starting in December 2025, playing two unofficial Tests in New Delhi and Guwahati, followed by three one-day matches and a five-game T20 series. Guwahati will host a red-ball match for the first time, a historic milestone facilitated by the BCCI’s efforts to broaden the cricketing map. Other venues such as Raipur, Vizag, New Chandigarh, and Lucknow will also see action, offering exposure to younger talent in front of varied home crowds.
In choosing these venues, the BCCI has clearly aimed at achieving a balance between tradition and expansion. Cities like Ahmedabad and Mumbai continue to be regular hosts, while the inclusion of places like Gwalior and New Chandigarh signals the board’s commitment to expanding the cricketing footprint. This approach not only supports regional development but also ensures that the infrastructure investments made in smaller centers are put to meaningful use.
Overall, the updated calendar reflects the BCCI’s broader vision to foster competitiveness, ensure logistical efficiency, and deepen the game’s roots across India. With important series lined up in all three formats, and a focus on player development through the South Africa A tour, the upcoming home season offers both excitement for fans and strategic opportunities for Indian cricket’s long-term planning.