Cricket lovers are set for a high-voltage year in 2025. The calendar is jam-packed with big ICC tournaments, blockbuster bilateral series, and landmark first-time encounters. Whether you’re a Test buff, ODI traditionalist, or T20 fanatic—the worldwide action provides something for everyone.
🏆 February–March: ICC Men’s Champions Trophy Dates: February 19 – March 9, 2025
Format: 15-match ODI competition involving eight teams
Hosts: Pakistan and UAE (neutral venue)
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Groups: Group A – Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, New Zealand; Group B – Australia, England, South Africa, Afghanistan
Key Matches: Pakistan vs New Zealand take off on Feb 19 in Karachi; India against Pakistan on Feb 23 in Dubai; Australia vs England on Feb 22 in Lahore. The final is planned for March 9 in Lahore (or Dubai if India qualifies) icc .
The Champions Trophy returns after an eight-year absence, bringing high-stakes action to cricket’s world stage.
🧪 April: Women’s World Cup Qualifier, Lahore Venue: Lahore (Gaddafi Stadium & LCCA)
Dates: April 9–19, 2025
Teams: Pakistan, Bangladesh, West Indies, Ireland, Scotland, Thailand
Format: Round-robin; six nations compete for two remaining World Cup places
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This competition decides the last two teams for the Women’s World Cup in India later in 2025.
Mid‑Year Tours & Test Challenges
June–July: India Tour of England (Pataudi Trophy)
Dates: June 20 – August 4, 2025
Format: 5-Test series over significant venues – Headingley, Edgbaston, Lord’s, Old Trafford, Oval
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Meanwhile in England: England’s men and women host West Indies and India in parallel T20I and ODI series—part of a coordinated strategy to enhance interest in the women’s game
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June 25 – July 28: Australia Tour of West Indies Includes 3 Tests + 5 T20Is (Test series part of the 2025–27 World Test Championship)
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July 20–24: Pakistan Tour of Bangladesh 3 T20Is, newly introduced instead of previously planned ODIs—preparing both teams for the next Asia Cup and T20 World Cup cycle
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April–May: Zimbabwe Tour of Bangladesh
2 Tests, evenly shared with Zimbabwe (1‑1). Featured top achievers Miraz (Bangladesh) and Williams (Zimbabwe) Wikipedia .
Late‑Season Tours & T20 Series
Late August: India Tour of Bangladesh
3 ODIs + 3 T20 Is originally slated for August 2025, yet later deferred to September 2026. Fans should keep tuned for developments.
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August 10–24: South Africa Tour of Australia
3 ODIs + 3 T20Is, all white-ball fixtures on Australian soil. Useful warm-up for forthcoming world competitions.
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September: South Africa Tour of England
3 ODIs + 3 T20Is, scheduled over September in England.
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September 27–30: Nepal vs West Indies in UAE
First-ever bilateral T20I series between the two nations. All 3 T20Is held in Sharjah—scheduled in the nights.
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September (dates TBD): Asia Cup 2025 in India
Asia Cup returns in September, featuring 13 matches among six nations including India, Pakistan, and UAE. Venue details expected closer to the day indiacricketschedule.com .
Looking Further Ahead
: Major Fixtures in Late 2025 October: West Indies Tour of India (2 Tests) and South Africa Tour of Pakistan (2 Tests, 3 ODIs, 3 T20s)
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November–December: South Africa will tour India (2 Tests, 3 ODIs, 5 T20s).
November 21, 2025 – January 8, 2026: The Ashes series in Australia (5 Test matches). Venues include Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney
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Why Fans Should Pay Attention
World Test Championship: Both India–England and Australia–West Indies Tests contribute toward the WTC 2025–27 cycle
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Major return to neutral venues: Champions Trophy’s return delivers high-intensity ODI action to Pakistan and UAE.
Historic firsts: Nepal against West Indies marks a bilateral debut; Bangladesh and Pakistan modify formats ahead of world events.
Women’s cricket growth: The Qualifier and aligned men’s/women’s series in England indicate increased parity and fan focus.
How to watch
Viewers across the world can follow matches via:
India: Star Sports, Sony Sports, FanCode, Amazon, JioStar for IPL and select internationals
UK: Sky Sports and TNT plus some free coverage on BBC
USA: Willow TV, Sling TV, ESPN+
Australia: Seven Network, Fox, Kayo Sports, Amazon for global competitions
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Use VPNs like NordVPN for geo-blocked streams when traveling.
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Final Word
From the return of ICC Champions Trophy to crowded bilateral campaigns and expanding women’s events, 2025 promises an exciting path for cricket aficionados. The blend of historic rivalries, fresh fixtures, and worldwide expansion makes it a can’t-miss year.
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