The stage is set for an exciting cricket season as the Proteas reach India for a multi-format series comprising two Tests, three ODIs and a five-match T20 International series. The competition promises high stakes and intense competition, with both teams looking to dominate across all formats.
IND vs SA 2025: Test Series
The Test series will begin at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata from November 14, followed by the Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati from November 22. This is part of the match ICC World Test ChampionshipAdding significant importance. India, playing in familiar home conditions offering spin-friendly pitches, will rely heavily on their balanced bowling attack led by Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj and emerging talent. South Africa’s challenge will be to adapt quickly to subcontinent conditions, taking advantage of their world-class fast bowlers Kagiso Rabada and Marco Johnson, supported by spinners Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer. Historically, India has the advantage in home Tests, but South Africa’s talented team has shown resilience and can test the hosts fiercely.
IND vs SA: ODI series
The ODI phase will begin on November 30 in Ranchi, followed by matches in Raipur and Visakhapatnam. With the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup around the corner, both teams view this series as important preparation. India has experienced batsmen like Shubman Gill. Rohit Sharma and Virat KohliBacked by a versatile pace and spin bowling unit. South Africa has power hitters like Aiden Markram and Rassie van der Dussen and a powerful bowling lineup focusing on pace and accuracy. The pitches are expected to be batting friendly but will favor fast bowlers in the early overs, making the results of the toss tactically important.
IND vs SA 2025: T20I Series
The T20I series spans five exciting fixtures in Cuttack, New Chandigarh, Dharamshala, Lucknow and Ahmedabad. Indian fans have high expectations from the bowling attack of Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh along with established stars like Suryakumar Yadav and young sensation Abhishek Sharma. South Africa’s T20 squad has explosive talent with players like Reeza Hendricks and Corbyn Bosch ready to challenge India’s depth and adaptability. Given the challenging schedule for the 2026 T20 World Cup and the importance of rotating players, this section provides an opportunity to test bench strength.
IND vs SA 2025: Complete schedule
test series
- First Test: November 14-18, 2025 Eden Gardens, Kolkata 9:30am IST/4:00am GMT
- Second Test: November 22-26, 2025 Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati 9:30am IST/4:00am GMT
ODI series
- 1st ODI: November 30, 2025 JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi 1:30 PM IST/8:00 AM GMT
- 2nd ODI: December 3, 2025 Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur 1:30 PM IST/8:00 AM GMT
- 3rd ODI: December 6, 2025 Dr. YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. 1:30 PM IST/8:00 AM GMT
t20i series
- 1st T20I: December 9, 2025 | Barabati Stadium, Cuttack 7:00 PM IST/ 1:30 PM GMT
- 2nd T20I: December 11, 2025 | Maharaja Yadvendra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh. 7:00 PM IST/ 1:30 PM GMT
- 3rd T20 match: December 14, 2025 HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala 7:00 PM IST/ 1:30 PM GMT
- 4th T20I: December 17, 2025 | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow 7:00 PM IST/ 1:30 PM GMT
- 5th T20I: December 19, 2025 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad 7:00 PM IST/ 1:30 PM GMT
Also read: Suresh Raina named the players who performed best for India in the Test series against South Africa.
IND vs SA 2025: Broadcast and live streaming details
- India: Star Sports, JioHotstar
- South Africa: supersport
- Australia: Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports
- USA and Canada: willow tv
- UK: tnt sports
- Pakistan: frenzy
Also read: India or South Africa? Sourav Ganguly shares his prediction for 2025 Test series
