The Indian cricketing festival extends beyond Diwali as India hosts a reenergised South Africa in a month-long multi-format series starting November 14th. The two teams will first lock horns in a 2-match Test series, kicking off at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata, followed by a historic contest at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, which will host its first-ever Test match beginning November 22nd. This is followed by 3 ODIs and 5 T20Is.
The IND vs SA Test series promises to be a pivotal clash, with crucial ICC World Test Championship points at stake. India began their 2025-27 WTC cycle with a thrilling 2-2 draw in England, a series remembered as one of the most epic in history, with all five matches going down to the 5th and final day. South Africa, the defending champions, will be on their second assignment of the cycle. Before this, they will travel to Pakistan for a couple of Test matches.
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South Africa Tour of India Schedule
| Match | Date | Venue |
| 1st Test | November 14-18, 2025 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 2nd Test | November 22-26, 2025 | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| 1st ODI | November 30th, Sunday | JSCA International Stadium, Complex, Ranchi |
| 2nd ODI | December 3rd, Wednesday | Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur |
| 3rd ODI | December 6th, Saturday | ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam |
| 1st T20I | December 9th, Tuesday | Barabati Stadium, Cuttack |
| 2nd T20I | December 11th, Thursday | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh |
| 3rd T20I | December 14th, Sunday | Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala |
| 4th T20I | December 17th, Wednesday | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| 5th T20I | December 19th, Ahmedabad | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
India Predicted Test Squad Against South Africa
India is in the midst of a two-match Test series against the West Indies and has taken a commanding 1-0 lead after a dominant performance in the opening encounter. Earlier this year, their first assignment of the ICC World Test Championship (2023–25) came against England in the historic Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy, which ended in a thrilling 2-2 stalemate.
That series was also Shubman Gill’s debut campaign as India’s Test captain, and he remarkably rose to the occasion. Gill piled up 754 runs across 10 innings, becoming the second-highest run-scorer for India in a single Test series, just behind Sunil Gavaskar’s legendary 774 against the West Indies 54 years ago. Unsurprisingly, Gill was named India’s Player of the Series.
The 2-2 result was equally shaped by Mohammed Siraj, who bowled tirelessly to finish as the leading wicket-taker with 23 scalps, a performance that deserved a Player of the Series medal on its own. Strong supporting acts came from Ravindra Jadeja (516 runs & 7 wickets), KL Rahul (532 runs), Rishabh Pant (479 runs), Yashasvi Jaiswal (411 runs), and the ever-improving Washington Sundar (284 runs & 7 wickets).
Looking Ahead: IND vs SA Test Series
The focus now shifts to the high-profile two-match Test series against South Africa, starting November 14th at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, followed by the historic first-ever Test at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati (Nov 22nd).
Since India is playing at home, the selectors are expected to stick with a 15-member squad, largely similar to the one that faced the West Indies. Only minor changes may occur depending on player fitness. Rishabh Pant, who fractured his toe attempting a risky reverse scoop against Chris Woakes in the 4th Test vs England, missed the West Indies series. With a month still to go, his fitness will be closely monitored – if cleared, he walks straight back into the XI.
Akash Deep, who impressed with 13 wickets in 3 matches against England, was sidelined due to a groin strain but could return. Karun Nair endured a modest England series (205 runs in 8 innings) and was replaced by Devdutt Padikkal for the West Indies series.
Abhimanyu Easwaran, Arshdeep Singh, Anshul Kamboj, and Shardul Thakur were not retained after the England series. Axar Patel got back into the mix despite stiff competition from Jadeja and Sundar.
With Pant unavailable for the West Indies series, Ravindra Jadeja was promoted to vice-captain, a role he is likely to continue.
Probable Squad Combination & Analysis of India vs South Africa Series
Openers: KL Rahul, who cracked up his only 2nd century on home soil against West Indies in the 1st Test at the Narendra Modi Stadium, will pair up with Yashasvi Jaiswal for the opening slot. The combination seems likely to be extended till the end of the WTC 2025-27 cycle.
Top Order: Upcoming stars Sai Sudarshan and Devdutt Padikkal will fight for the no.3 spot, with the former being the frontrunner. The next big thing in Indian Cricket, Shubman Gill,l will bat at No.4, the position he has occupied since he was appointed Indian Test skipper.
Middle Order/Wicketkeeper: The rise of Dhruv Jurel is going to be a selection headache for the management. Jurel slammed his first Test century against the West Indies. Pant, if fit, reclaims his spot. If not, Narayan Jagadeesan will step in.
All-rounders: There are no question marks on the abilities of all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar, who will definitely be part of the squad. To have depth in terms of batting and bowling, Nitish Kumar Reddy will offer variety with his all-round skills. Axar Patel will be the other all-rounder in the mix.
Spin: Chinaman, Kuldeep Yadav, will be picked as the specialist spinner.
Pace: Ace speedsters Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj will retain their spots, while Prasidh Krishna or Akash Deep will be the backup options.
Probable India Test Squad vs South Africa (Nov 2025)
Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Rishabh Pant / Narayan Jagadeesan (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna / Akash Deep, Devdutt Padikkal.
Predicted XI:
Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.
South Africa Predicted Test Squad against India
The highly determined South African Test side, is up for the Indian challenge as they are visiting the sub-continent for the first time in 6 years for the longest format. Last time they toured India under the leadership of Faf du Plessis in 2019, they got whitewashed 3-0. But the current Proteas side is a different setup altogether as they recently clinched the World Test Championship Title in June, beating mighty Australia in the final at home of cricket.
Before this series, they will start their title defence with a two-match Test series against Pakistan, which will be played from 12-24 October. In a major update, skipper Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of the series, as he continues to recover from a calf strain. In his absence, Aiden Markram will take charge of the side. Bavuma is hopeful of getting fit on time for the IND vs SA Test series.
With spin going to play a massive role in Pakistan, they have included match-winning tweakers in the squad, consisting of off-spinner Simon Harmer, who returns to the side after 2 and a half years. Left-arm spinner Senuran Muthusamy and off-spinner Prenelan Subrayen made it to the squad. Meanwhile, experienced left-arm spinner, Keshav Maharaj, has been picked for the 2nd Test only, as he is undergoing rehabilitation for his left groin strain.
Probable Squad Combination & Analysis for India vs South Africa Series
Openers / Top Order: Aiden Markram, filling in as captain in the absence of Bavuma, will captain the Proteas from the top. He makes a solid opening combination with David Bedingham, who has experience and a patient nature in tough subcontinental conditions.
Middle Order: Middle order is likely to be headed by Dewald Brevis and Tony de Zorzi, who will not only provide solidity but also have the potential to accelerate at crucial times. Zubayr Hamza and Tristan Stubbs provide depth, with aggressive batting that can shift the momentum of the game. The top and middle order combination here brings a mix of caution and flair, hoping to nullify pace attack and spin-friendly tracks in the series against India.
All-rounders: Wiaan Mulder adds depth to the all-round department with his useful runs lower down in the order, and options in seam-bowling when the situation calls for it. Collectively, they make a well-balanced unit that can counter India’s batting order in the middle overs.
Spin: Spin will be a key factor in India, and South Africa has loaded their team with veteran tweakers. Simon Harmer returns after an extended break, with craft and control as an off-spinner who can use turn and bounce. Senuran Muthusamy and Keshav Maharaj provide variety, with Maharaj’s left-arm spin adding a different angle to India’s right-arm-heavy attack.
Pace Attack: Marco Jansen and Kagiso Rabada lead South Africa’s pace attack. Jansen’s height and bounce are a formidable threat on Indian surfaces, and Rabada’s raw pace and ability to pick wickets add experience and aggression. They will be ably complemented by up-and-coming quicks, guaranteeing South Africa to pressurise both with the new ball and in the death overs. This pace duo is important to break partnerships early and stifle India’s top and middle order.
Wicketkeepers: Ryan Rickelton and Kyle Verreynne will share the wicketkeeping, with Rickelton’s nimble glovework and Verreynne’s batting abilities offering choice. Their function will be vital behind the stumps, particularly when standing up against spinners such as Kuldeep Yadav or Washington Sundar.
Probable South Africa Test Squad vs India (Nov 2025)
Temba Bavuma, Aiden Markram, David Bedingham, Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, Zubayr Hamza, Simon Harmer, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Prenelan Subrayen, Kyle Verreynne.
Predicted XI:
Aiden Markram (c), David Bedingham, Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, Zubayr Hamza, Tristan Stubbs, Senuran Muthusamy, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Simon Harmer, Keshav Maharaj
South Africa’s Recent Test Form
South Africa comes into this series as the current World Test Championship (WTC) champions, having won the final against Australia at Lord’s in June 2025. Before that, they had won a 2-0 series at home against Pakistan in December 2024. Their last series was a 1-0 win against the West Indies in August 2024, in which Keshav Maharaj’s 13 wickets were decisive. This new version highlights South Africa’s strong position in Test cricket ahead of the series against India.
India National Cricket Team vs South Africa National Cricket Team Test Series – Highly Anticipated Clash
The India vs South Africa Test series promises to be a captivating clash of cricketing titans. India, buoyed by their thrilling 2-2 draw in England and the emergence of Shubman Gill as a commanding captain, will look to leverage home conditions and a well-balanced squad to maintain their WTC momentum.
On the other hand, South Africa, the defending World Test Champions, arrive with confidence and experience, led by Aiden Markram in Bavuma’s absence, and a pace-spin combination capable of troubling any batting line-up.
With Eden Gardens and Barsapara Cricket Stadium set to witness historic encounters, and the ODI and T20I legs following closely, fans can expect intense battles, standout individual performances, and moments that could shape the course of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27.
The series is not just a test of skill, but also strategy, endurance, and temperament, making it one of the most anticipated cricketing spectacles of the year.
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