From November to December 2025, the South African men’s cricket team will be touring India to play Test, ODI and T20I matches.
This guide gives you the complete schedule, full team squads, and match predictions so you can quickly catch all the key points of the series.
If you are planning to watch live, do not miss the fan guide later in this article. From the must-visit stadiums to how to get your tickets, everything is prepared for you.
South Africa Tour of India Schedule (Nov–Dec 2025)
The South African cricket team will tour India from November 14 to December 19, 2025, for a five-week full-format series that includes 2 Test matches, 3 ODIs, and 5 T20Is — a total of 10 matches.
Test Matches 14 Nov – 26 Nov
1st Test
14–18 Nov, 9:30 PM
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
2nd Test
22–26 Nov, 9:30 AM
ACA Stadium, Guwahati
ODI Matches 30 Nov – 6 Dec
1st ODI
30 Nov, 1:30 PM
JSCA International Stadium, Ranchi
2nd ODI
3 Dec, 1:30 PM
Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium, Raipur
3rd ODI
6 Dec, 1:30 PM
Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam
T20I Matches 9 Dec – 19 Dec
1st T20I
9 Dec, 7:00 PM
Barabati Stadium, Cuttack
2nd T20I
11 Dec, 7:00 PM
New PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh
3rd T20I
14 Dec, 7:00 PM
HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
4th T20I
17 Dec, 7:00 PM
Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
5th T20I
19 Dec, 7:00 PM
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
south africa tour of india 2025 test squads
South Africa Tour of India 2025 - Squads
India Squad (15 Players)
Batters
Shubman Gill (Captain)
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Devdutt Padikkal
Sai Sudharsan
All-rounders
Nitish Kumar Reddy
Washington Sundar
Axar Patel (Bowling Allrounder)
Wicket Keepers
Rishabh Pant (Vice Captain)
Dhruv Jurel
KL Rahul
Bowlers
Kuldeep Yadav
Mohammed Siraj
Jasprit Bumrah
Akash Deep
South Africa Squad (15 Players)
Batters
Temba Bavuma (Captain)
Tony de Zorzi
Aiden Markram
Zubayr Hamza
Dewald Brevis
All-rounders
Senuran Muthusamy
Marco Jansen
Corbin Bosch
Wiaan Mulder
Wicket Keepers
Tristan Stubbs
Kyle Verreynne
Ryan Rickelton
Bowlers
Keshav Maharaj
Kagiso Rabada
Simon Harmer
Freedom Trophy
India vs South Africa Historical Record
Test Series - Freedom Trophy
India and South Africa have faced each other in Test series since 1992, later officially named the "Freedom Trophy".
Total Bilateral Series: 15
South Africa Wins: 8
India Wins: 4
Draws: 3
India Home Record (7 series)
India Wins: 4 (1996/97, 2004/05, 2015/16, 2019/20)
South Africa Wins: 1 (1999/00, 2-0 sweep)
Draws: 2 (2007/08, 2009/10)
India has strong home advantage, but South Africa remains the last frontier where India has not won a Test series abroad.
ODI Series
In ODIs, South Africa dominated with stable bowling and upper-middle order, but India gained home dominance in the 2010s.
Total Bilateral Series: 15
South Africa Wins: 7
India Wins: 5
Draws: 3
India Home Record (6 series)
India Wins: 3 (1991/92, 1999/00, 2022/23)
South Africa Wins: 2 (2015/16)
Draws: 1 (2005/06)
T20I Series
T20Is are more unpredictable. South Africa occasionally causes upsets, but India maintains overall lead in series.
Total Bilateral Series: 9
India Wins: 3
South Africa Wins: 2
Draws: 4
India Home Record (4 series)
India Wins: 1 (2022/23)
South Africa Wins: 1 (2015/16)
Draws: 2 (2019/20, 2022)
South Africa Tour of India 2025 – Series Predictions
Overall series predictions:
Tests (2 matches) – Freedom Trophy: India 1–0 (1 draw)
ODIs (3 matches): India 2–1
T20Is (5 matches): India 3–2
India holds clear home advantage, especially in spin-friendly venues such as Kolkata and Guwahati.
However, South Africa’s pace bowlers Rabada and Jansen, along with core batsmen Bavuma and Markram, remain threats. Below are detailed match predictions including likely winner, key factors, and MVP.
Test Series – India 1-0
1st Test
Predicted Winner: India
Key Factors: Home Eden Gardens assists spin, Kuldeep + Axar dominate middle, Pant counterattacks
MVP: Kuldeep Yadav (12+ wickets)
2nd Test
Predicted Winner: Draw
Key Factors: New venue ACA Stadium, Guwahati; first Tests often long; Rabada may reverse
Key Factors: Black soil Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow assists spin; Maharaj challenges India middle order
MVP: Maharaj
5th T20
Predicted Winner: India
Key Factors: Massive Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad; home advantage
MVP: Jaiswal
South Africa Tour of India 2025 Venues
The South Africa tour of India 2025 will take place across many cities, from the east to the north and then the south. Each stadium has its own characteristics. If you want to experience the cricket fever live, the top three recommended venues are Narendra Modi Stadium, HPCA Stadium, and New PCA Stadium.
Largest Venue — Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
This stadium is the largest cricket stadium in the world, with a capacity of over 130,000 spectators. It will also host the final match of the series. On match days, it is usually packed, and the cheering is deafening, especially when India performs well.
Most Beautiful — HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
Located at the foot of the Himalayas, HPCA Stadium is considered the most beautiful cricket stadium in India. With snow-capped mountains behind and lush green fields in front, the scenery looks like a postcard. During sunset, the golden light makes watching the match an incredible experience.
Best Night Venue — New PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh
This modern stadium is known for its design and excellent lighting system. Night matches make the stadium look like a glowing gem. Spectator visibility is excellent, and the lights and sound create an amazing atmosphere. The food courts outside are also popular with young fans.
Historic Ground — ACA Stadium, Guwahati
ACA Stadium is one of the venues where India hosted its first Test matches. Fans are passionate and the atmosphere is authentic. For those who want to experience cricket in its most original charm, ACA is a must-visit.
Where to Watch South Africa Tour of India 2025 Online
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