The much-anticipated Test series between India and South Africa is set to begin soon. This exciting series will feature two Test matches, and cricket fans across the globe are eager to know when and where these games will take place. The series will kick off on November 14, 2025, marking the beginning of an intense cricketing battle between the two teams.
Test Series Schedule and Venues
India will host South Africa for two Test matches as part of their upcoming series. The first Test match will take place from November 14 to November 18 at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. This match will begin at 9:30 AM IST. The second Test match is scheduled to take place from November 22 to November 26 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. This match will start at 9:00 AM IST. Fans will be able to watch these exciting encounters live across various platforms.
India’s Team Leadership and Player Updates
The Indian team for this series will be led by Shubman Gill, who has shown great form and leadership qualities in recent times. One of the biggest highlights of this Test series is the return of Rishabh Pant to the Indian team. Pant, who has been a crucial player for India, was recently appointed as the captain of the India A team in a match against South Africa A. His return to the national team will add depth and strength to India’s batting line-up.
Beyond the Test Series: ODIs and T20Is
Following the two Test matches, India and South Africa will also play a series of three One Day International (ODI) matches and five T20 matches. The ODI series will begin with the first match on November 28, 2025, at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi. This match will start at 1:30 PM IST. The second ODI will be played in Raipur at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, also starting at 1:30 PM IST. The final ODI of the series will take place at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam, also starting at 1:30 PM IST.
T20 Series Schedule
After the ODI series, the India-South Africa series will conclude with five T20 matches. The first T20 will be held in Cuttack on December 9, 2025, followed by the second T20 in New Chandigarh on December 11. The third T20 will take place in Dharamshala on December 14, and the fourth T20 will be in Lucknow on December 17. The final T20 match will be played in Ahmedabad on December 19. These T20 matches are sure to be thrilling as both teams aim to finish the series on a high note.
Live Streaming Details
Cricket fans will be able to catch all the action from the India vs. South Africa Test series and subsequent ODI and T20 matches live. The matches will be broadcast on various sports channels and will also be available for streaming online, allowing fans to follow the series on their preferred platforms. For those who wish to keep up with every ball of the series, it is recommended to check the local broadcasting networks and streaming services.
This upcoming Test series and the subsequent ODI and T20 matches are set to be an exciting cricketing spectacle, with both teams eager to showcase their best skills on the field.
