India and England are poised to reignite their cricketing rivalry in a five-match T20I series, starting January 22 at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. This series promises high-octane cricket as both teams fine-tune their preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy, set to commence in February.
Following the T20Is, the cricketing action will shift to the three-match ODI series, beginning on February 6. With both sides boasting a mix of seasoned campaigners and rising stars, the stage is set for an enthralling showdown.
Team India: A blend of experience and emerging talent
The Indian squad features several players retained from their successful T20I series against South Africa. Axar Patel has been handed the vice-captaincy for the first time, marking a milestone in his career. Veteran pacer Mohammed Shami is making a comeback to international cricket after a 14-month hiatus. Alongside him, Suryakumar Yadav will play a key leadership role, offering stability to a dynamic batting lineup.
India will enter the series on a high, having won their last four T20I series against England. The team’s recent dominance includes a commanding 68-run victory over England in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 semi-finals, which paved the way for their eventual title triumph against South Africa. However, with the Champions Trophy 2025 on the horizon, India faces tough selection decisions, particularly in balancing their batting order and bowling attack.
England’s determined bid for redemption
England, meanwhile, will be eager to leave their mark in this series under the leadership of Jos Buttler. Their squad, a balanced mix of youth and experience, features power-hitters Harry Brook and Ben Duckett, alongside seasoned all-rounders. The return of Jofra Archer injects raw pace into their bowling arsenal, while Adil Rashid’s expertise in the middle overs remains a pivotal asset. The team arrives in India with a point to prove after their disappointing exit in the semi-finals of the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup, where they suffered a crushing defeat against India. With Buttler at the helm, England’s focus will be on starting strong, capitalizing on their aggressive style of play, and countering India’s home advantage.
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IND vs ENG 2025, T20I series: Complete schedule and fixture details
1. Jan 22, Wednesday
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Match: India vs England (1st T20I)
- Time: 7:00 PM IST | 1:30 PM GMT | 7:00 PM Local
2. Jan 25, Saturday
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Match: India vs England (2nd T20I)
- Time: 7:00 PM IST | 1:30 PM GMT | 7:00 PM Local
3. Jan 28, Tuesday
- Venue: Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot
- Match: India vs England (3rd T20I)
- Time: 7:00 PM IST | 1:30 PM GMT | 7:00 PM Local
4. Jan 31, Friday
- Venue: Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
- Match: India vs England (4th T20I)
- Time: 7:00 PM IST | 1:30 PM GMT | 7:00 PM Local
5. Feb 02, Sunday
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Match: India vs England (5th T20I)
- Time: 7:00 PM IST | 1:30 PM GMT | 7:00 PM Local
Broadcast and Live Streaming details
- India: DD Sports, Disney+ Hotstar, Star Sports1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Tamil, Telugu & Kannada
- USA and Canada: Sling TV – Willow TV [Sign up here]
- UK: TNT Sports, Discovery Plus UK
- Australia: Foxtel, Fox Sports (501), Kayo Sports
- Pakistan: Tapmad
- New Zealand: Sky Sports 1
- South Africa: SuperSport (206)
