The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has rolled out comprehensive plans for an action-packed summer of cricket in 2025. Cricket enthusiasts have much to look forward to, with both the men’s and women’s England teams preparing to simultaneously engage in thrilling series, highlighted by eagerly anticipated matchups against India.
Starting from June 20 to August 4, the England men’s team will battle it out in a riveting five-match Test series against India. Meanwhile, the England women will contest a series against the Indian women across various formats, including three T20 internationals (T20Is) and three one day internationals (ODIs), scheduled from June 28 to July 22.
Opening this cricketing spectacle, England’s men will host the first Test against India at the iconic Leeds ground on June 20. The series will then move to Birmingham for the second Test starting on July 2. The prestigious Lord’s will host the gripping third Test from July 10. With Manchester and The Oval set to grandstand the fourth and fifth Tests, cricket fans can anticipate a virulent display of skill, strategy, and drama.
Parallel to the men’s fixtures, the women’s series will commence with five T20I matches. These games will be played on June 28 in Nottingham, July 1 in Bristol, July 4 at The Oval, July 9 in Manchester, and conclude on July 12 in Birmingham. The excitement carries over into the three-match ODI series, scheduled for July 16 in Southampton, July 19 at Lord’s, and July 22 in Chester-le-Street. Cricket lovers are bound to witness an exciting showdown between two of the sport’s fiercest competitors.
But before this cricket carnival against India begins, the summer will witness a savory prelude. West Indies will tour England, with both the men’s and women’s teams partaking in three ODIs and three T20Is each. Additionally, a historic moment for Test cricket fans is on the horizon as Zimbabwe stages their first Test match in England since 2003. This four-day clash will unfold at Trent Bridge from May 22.
As the summer winds down, fans will not be left wanting for quality cricket. From September 2-14, the England men’s team will go head-to-head against South Africa in three ODIs and three T20Is, setting the end of the season ablaze.
. Further exciting fixtures in September include the England men’s team traveling to Ireland for a three-match ODI series slated for September 17, 19, and 21.
ECB CEO Richard Gould expressed his elation over the upcoming schedules: “Staging England Men’s and England Women’s series alongside each other has been a triumph for our fans and the sport overall, aiding significantly in the growth of the women’s game. The popularity of joint series was evident during both the Ashes last year and the Pakistan series earlier this year. I am thrilled that we will continue this trend with next year’s series against the West Indies and India. Cricket fans are truly in for a treat, and I hope they turn out in droves to support both our men’s and women’s sides.”
Richard Gould also highlighted the significance of India as a major draw. “India touring is always a marquee event in any cricket summer. The last men’s Test series was a nailbiter, and I am confident that next year’s contest will be equally exhilarating. Our women’s series has always been fiercely competitive, and it’s an honor to host such events. Additionally, welcoming both West Indies teams back for white-ball series is thrilling, especially following this year’s men’s Test series,” said Gould, who added a noteworthy announcement that India women will return in 2026 to feature in the first-ever women’s Test at Lord’s.
With a schedule pulsating with high-octane cricket, England’s home summer of 2025 promises rich excitement for cricket devotees. Here’s the complete schedule for reference:
**England Home Summer 2025 – Full Schedule:**
– **Men’s Test vs. Zimbabwe**
– **Women’s White-Ball Series vs. West Indies**
– **Men’s White-Ball Series vs. West Indies**
– **Men’s Test Series vs. India**
– **Women’s White-Ball Series vs. India Women**
– **Men’s White-Ball Series vs. South Africa**
Cricket lovers, mark your calendars as these thrilling encounters are set to provide unforgettable moments, ensuring a cricketing summer like no other.