The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially released the fixtures for Team India’s international home season 2024-25, setting the stage for an exhilarating array of matches that will see the Men in Blue competing against Bangladesh, New Zealand, and England.
Kicking off the season, Team India, led by Rohit Sharma, will face Bangladesh in a closely contested two-match Test series. The first Test is scheduled to be held in Chennai on September 19th, followed by the second Test in Kanpur from September 27th. This will be followed by a three-match T20I series, with the matches being hosted in Dharamshala, Delhi, and Hyderabad. The T20Is promise quick-paced cricket action, packed with thrilling moments for fans.
BCCI, in their announcement, remarked, “The international home season will commence in September with a two-match First Bank Test series against Bangladesh, succeeded by a three-match T20I series. Chennai will host the initial Test starting on 19th September while Kanpur will host the second Test from 27th September. The three T20Is will be played in Dharamshala, Delhi, and Hyderabad.”
Next up in the season’s lineup, New Zealand will tour India for a gripping three-match Test series. The series will begin on October 16th in Bengaluru, with the action moving to Pune for the second Test, and the final Test being held in Mumbai. The encounters with New Zealand are expected to be high on competitive spirit, as both teams aim to showcase their cricketing prowess.
“This will be followed by a riveting three-match Test series against New Zealand with the first Test starting on 16th October in Bengaluru. Pune and Mumbai will host the second and third Test respectively,” the BCCI elaborated in their statement, highlighting the excitement around this much-anticipated series.
Entering the New Year with a bang, Team India will engage in a high-energy white-ball showdown against England. The series will feature five T20Is and three ODIs, igniting enthusiasm among cricket aficionados.
“The arrival of the New Year will mark an exhilarating white-ball series with England visiting India for five T20Is and three ODIs,” the BCCI further added, hinting at the adrenaline-pumping cricket action awaiting fans in the upcoming months.
To provide a detailed schedule, the first Test match against Bangladesh is slated for September 23rd in Chennai, followed by the second on October 1st in Kanpur.
. Both Test matches are set to commence at 9:30 AM, ensuring viewers don’t miss a moment of the captivating cricket battles.
After the Test series with Bangladesh, the T20I series inaugurates in October in Dharamshala. The subsequent matches will be conducted on October 9th in Delhi and October 12th in Hyderabad. These T20I clashes are anticipated to be action-packed, bringing fast-paced entertainment to the forefront.
Turning the spotlight to New Zealand’s tour, the three-match Test series starts on October 20th. The second and third Tests are scheduled for Pune on October 24th and Mumbai on November 1st respectively, all beginning at 9:30 AM. Cricket fans can look forward to witnessing top-tier cricketing skills throughout these matches.
The excitement truly peaks as Team India faces England in the five-match T20I series. The series is set to start on January 22nd in Chennai. The second T20I will be held in Kolkata on January 25th, followed by the matches on January 28th in Rajkot, January 31st in Pune, and the final game on February 2nd in Mumbai. All T20I fixtures will commence at 7:00 PM, promising a prime-time viewing treat for all.
Post the T20I series, India’s face-off with England continues with a three-match ODI series. The ODI contests begin on February 8th with subsequent matches on February 9th in Nagpur and concluding on February 12th in Cuttack and Ahmedabad. These matches will start at 1:30 PM, providing cricket enthusiasts with an afternoon of thrilling performances and intense competition.
This meticulously planned schedule not only speaks to the sheer volume of international cricket action awaiting fans but also underscores the significant planning and coordination by BCCI to ensure each series is conducted smoothly and remains high on entertainment value. As anticipation builds, fans are surely marking their calendars, eager to cheer for Team India and witness unforgettable moments in the 2024-25 home season.
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