After a commanding 2-0 series victory over West Indies in October 2025, the Indian Test team is all set for another exciting phase of red-ball cricket. Led by Shubman Gill under the guidance of head coach Gautam Gambhir, Team India continues to build momentum in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025–27 cycle.
India’s last Test series against the West Indies saw standout performances – Yashasvi Jaiswal century, Kuldeep Yadav eight wickets, and a complete team effort that helped India climb to third place in the WTC standings.
With the Caribbean challenge behind them, the focus now shifts to the South Africa tour of India, followed by key series against Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and New Zealand in 2026.
India’s Next Test Series: Schedule and Venues
Here’s a complete look at India’s upcoming Test series between October 2025 and December 2026, as per the Future Tours Programme (FTP).
| Series/Tour | Matches | Host | Dates | Venues (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Indies Tour of India 2025 | 2 Tests | India | Oct 2–6 and Oct 10–14, 2025 | Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad), Arun Jaitley Stadium (Delhi) |
| South Africa Tour of India 2025 | 2 Tests | India | Nov 14–18 and Nov 22–26, 2025 | Eden Gardens (Kolkata), Barsapara Stadium (Guwahati) |
| Afghanistan Tour of India 2026 | 1 Test | India | June 2026 | To Be Decided |
| India Tour of Sri Lanka 2026 | 2 Tests | Sri Lanka | August 2026 | To Be Decided |
| India Tour of New Zealand 2026 | 2 Tests | New Zealand | Oct–Dec 2026 | To Be Decided |
The upcoming home series against South Africa will be crucial for India to strengthen their position in the WTC table. Playing in conditions that suit their bowlers — particularly Ravichandran Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, and Kuldeep Yadav — the Men in Blue will look to dominate yet again.
The one-off Test against Afghanistan in June 2026 will be an opportunity to give youngsters exposure, while the away tours of Sri Lanka and New Zealand later in 2026 will test India’s adaptability on turning and seaming tracks.
India’s Road to WTC 2027 Final
Every series from now plays a vital role in India’s quest to reach another WTC Final in 2027. With an exciting mix of experienced players and young talent, Team India’s Test journey looks full of promise.
As India prepares for the South Africa challenge in November 2025, fans can expect more thrilling red-ball encounters and records in the making.
