India schedule for World Test Championship 2025-27: Who will India face next in WTC cycle?

The 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC) cycle promises to be a defining chapter for Indian cricket, as the team takes on challenging assignments both at home and abroad.

After a heartbreaking end to their 2023-25 campaign, India are set to regroup and strive for redemption in the fourth edition of this prestigious competition. After the WTC final takes place on June 11-15, India's new campaign begins soon after, here's all the details below:

India schedule for World Test Championship 2025-27 — Photo: PTI

India schedule for WTC 2025-27

Series	Opponent	Venue	Schedule
1	England	Away	June 20-24, 2025: Headingley, Leeds July 2-6, 2025: Edgbaston, Birmingham July 10-14, 2025: Lord’s, London July 23-27, 2025: Old Trafford, Manchester July 31-August 4, 2025: The Oval, London
2	West Indies	Home	October 2025 (Exact dates TBD)
3	South Africa	Home	November-December 2025 (Exact dates TBD)
4	Sri Lanka	Away	August 2026 (Exact dates TBD)
5	New Zealand	Away	October-November 2026 (Exact dates TBD)
6	Australia	Home	January-February 2027 (Exact dates TBD)

Glossary: TBD - To be decided

England tour in 2025

India’s campaign begins in England with a high-stakes five-match Test series. Set between June 20 and August 4, 2025, this series will revisit the storied rivalry that last resulted in a 2-2 draw during India’s 2021 tour. With matches scheduled at iconic venues like Lord’s and The Oval, the tour offers India a chance to prove their mettle in swing-friendly conditions, a known Achilles' heel.

Home series vs West Indies and South Africa

Returning to home soil, India will face the West Indies in a two-match Test series, tentatively in October 2025. This series could serve as a platform to integrate new talent and strengthen their lineup. Shortly after, South Africa visits for another two-match Test series in November-December. South Africa’s competitive edge in the longest format ensures a gripping contest as India capitalizes on spin-friendly wickets.

Sri Lanka vs India 2026

India’s solitary Test tour in Asia sees them travel to Sri Lanka in August 2026 for a two-match series. While the subcontinental conditions may seem familiar, Sri Lanka’s resilience at home will push India to perform at their best.

India tour of New Zealand in 2026

The real test awaits in October-November 2026, as India tours New Zealand. With seam-friendly pitches and hostile conditions, this two-match series will demand adaptability and endurance from Indian batters.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy at home in 2026-27

India’s final assignment in the cycle is the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, scheduled for January-February 2027. This marquee five-match series against Australia promises electrifying cricket, as the rivalry returns to India. With the trophy on the line, India will aim to reclaim dominance after a rare series loss in 2024-25.

A Road Laden with Challenges

The World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle presents a mix of opportunities and hurdles for India. From the seaming tracks of England and New Zealand to the spin-friendly conditions at home, every series will test their adaptability and resilience. Can India script a triumphant tale this time? Only time will tell.