Mumbai, June 20 (Agency) Cricket enthusiasts worldwide are in for a treat as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) officially unveiled the schedules for Bangladesh, New Zealand, and England’s tours of India for the 2024–25 season, promising an exhilarating display of cricketing prowess on Thursday. Bangladesh’s tour of India ignites the cricketing fervor, with the 1st Test captivating fans in Chennai from September 19 to September 23, followed closely by the second Test in Kanpur from September 27 to October 1. The excitement peaks with the shorter format as the first T20I illuminates Dharamshala on October 6, followed by the second T20I in Delhi on October 9, and culminating with the third T20I slated for October 12 in Hyderabad.Transitioning to New Zealand’s much-anticipated tour, cricket aficionados mark their calendars for the first Test, destined for Bengaluru from October 16 to October 20. Pune steps into the limelight for the second Test from October 24 to October 28, with Mumbai setting the stage for the final Test from November 1 to November 5.
England’s tour of India adds another layer of excitement, commencing with the first T20I igniting Chennai on January 22, 2025, followed by Kolkata hosting the second T20I on January 25, 2025. Rajkot becomes the epicenter of cricketing fervor for the third T20I on January 28, 2025, while Pune hosts the fourth T20I on January 31, 2025. The cricketing spectacle concludes in Mumbai with the fifth T20I on February 2, 2025. The cricketing extravaganza continues with the first ODI scheduled for Nagpur on February 6, 2025, followed by the second ODI in Cuttack on February 9, 2025. Ahmedabad takes center stage for the third ODI on February 12, 2025, ensuring a gripping finale to England’s tour. Anticipation runs high as cricket enthusiasts eagerly await these tours, poised to witness riveting matches and unforgettable moments, showcasing the indomitable spirit of cricketing giants on the international stage.