South Africa Tour of India 2025 Complete Schedule & Results

Get ready for an exhilarating showdown as South Africa arrives in India for an extensive multi-format tour in November and December 2025. This complete schedule and results page details every fixture, venue, start time, and match outcome as results are recorded—ideal for fans and cricket bettors who want to closely follow the series.

South Africa Tour of India 2025 Schedule & Results

Understanding the India vs South Africa 2025 Tournament Formats

The South Africa tour of India 2025-26 unfolds across three key formats: a two-Test series, a three-match ODI outing, and a high-stakes five-game T20I lineup.

The Test contests, kicking off at Eden Gardens (Kolkata) and continuing in Guwahati, will display endurance, tactical play, and local pitch expertise. ODIs rotate through Ranchi, Raipur, and Visakhapatnam, challenging both teams to adapt in day-night conditions.

The extended T20I segment, held at five different venues—including Cuttack, Lucknow, and Ahmedabad—highlights aggressive batting, boundary-hunting, and creative bowling strategies.

The diversity of venues—from Kolkata’s bounce and reverse swing potential to Guwahati’s early session starts—promises a range of challenges. Fans should expect a blend of established stars and rising newcomers across formats.

And if you’re looking for match-by-match predictions ahead of each game, check out our Today’s Match Prediction section.

Key Elements of the India vs South Africa Fixtures

This tour’s schedule has been meticulously planned for both competitive spirit and entertainment. The Test series invites classic skill battles and tactical intrigue; ODIs demand adaptability, while the T20Is turn up the intensity with quick turnarounds and flair-filled cricket.

Players get a natural progression across formats, shifting seamlessly from the patience and strategy of red-ball cricket into the swift tempo and risk-reward dynamics of the white-ball games. Fans and bettors benefit from multiple betting edges: home conditions, scheduling gaps, and distinct pitch behaviors at each venue.

Early in the series, Kolkata’s black-soil pitch may provide ideal conditions for fast bowlers and reverse swing, while Guwahati introduces unique timing adjustments for daylight. Predicting outcomes will require careful monitoring of local trends, weather factors, and real-time team changes.

Match Timings

All fixtures are designed for prime-time engagement:

T20Is: Start at 7:00 PM IST (1:30 PM GMT), perfect for evening excitement and optimal live betting activity.
This schedule ensures global audiences can enjoy the action and makes live betting more dynamic as matches progress.

Test matches: Begin at 9:30 AM IST (4:00 AM GMT), with special session timing adjustments in Guwahati to accommodate early sunset.

ODIs (Day-Night): Start at 1:30 PM IST (8:00 AM GMT), synchronizing with afternoon and evening viewership.

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Venue Distribution

India’s cricketing landscape delivers unique challenges:

Cuttack, New Chandigarh, Dharamsala, Lucknow, Ahmedabad — Hold the five-match T20I series, each with its unique atmosphere and playing conditions. Expect mostly clear weather, with potential for dew under lights, especially at ODI and T20 venues. Watch for venue-specific pitches and conditions impacting play and betting.

Eden Gardens, Kolkata — Hosts the opening Test, renowned for bounce, pace, and the highest ratio of fast bowler wickets among Indian red-ball venues.

Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati — Debuts for Test cricket, featuring early start times and session tweaks due to fast-fading light.

Ranchi, Raipur, Visakhapatnam — Offer varied surfaces and day-night ODI intensity.

For a deep dive into each venue, see our cricket grounds page.

India vs South Africa SchedulingHere’s what to expect from this packed tour:

The schedule’s rhythm—from measured Test match buildup to rapid-fire T20 hits—ensures constant engagement and plenty of betting opportunities well into the final game.

The Test matches are closely scheduled, providing a true early test of adaptability, with sessions tailored to local daylight hours.

How to Use Today’s South Africa Tour of India Match Information

If you’re following the series (and particularly if you’re placing bets), using the complete cricket schedule matters a lot. For each fixture you’ll find:

With the India vs South Aftica fixtures clearly listed and the match context set, you can use that info to time your bets better, react to pre-match news or in-play situations with more confidence.

To brush up on your cricket rules and formats before making your bets, why not check out our cricket guides?

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