by The stage is set for a thrilling white-ball cricket encounter as the Indian men’s cricket team tours Australia for a crucial bilateral series in October-November 2025. This highly anticipated tour, featuring three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and five Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), promises a high-octane battle between two of the world’s cricketing powerhouses. The series marks a significant moment for the Indian team, beginning a new phase under fresh leadership, while Australia, the reigning ODI World Champions, will be looking to dominate at home. Cricket enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the schedule, squad details, and live-action coverage of the India Tour of Australia 2025.
The Intense Schedule: Key Dates and Venues
The India vs Australia 2025 series kicks off with the ODI leg, a three-match contest, followed by an extended five-match T20 International series. The schedule is strategically placed across Australia’s premier cricket stadiums, ensuring maximum excitement for fans across the country and globally.
ODI Series Schedule (3 Matches)
| Match | Date | Venue | Time (IST) |
| 1st ODI | Sunday, October 19, 2025 | Perth Stadium, Perth | 9:00 AM |
| 2nd ODI | Thursday, October 23, 2025 | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 9:00 AM |
| 3rd ODI | Saturday, October 25, 2025 | Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Sydney | 9:00 AM |
T20I Series Schedule (5 Matches)
| Match | Date | Venue | Time (IST) |
| 1st T20I | Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | Manuka Oval, Canberra | 1:45 PM |
| 2nd T20I | Friday, October 31, 2025 | Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne | 1:45 PM |
| 3rd T20I | Sunday, November 2, 2025 | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 1:45 PM |
| 4th T20I | Thursday, November 6, 2025 | Bill Pippen Oval, Gold Coast | 1:45 PM |
| 5th T20I | Saturday, November 8, 2025 | Brisbane Cricket Ground (Gabba), Brisbane | 1:45 PM |
Team Squads: A Blend of Experience and Youth
The series is particularly noteworthy for the significant changes in the Indian team’s leadership structure and the return of veteran players. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced separate squads for the ODIs and T20Is, signaling a clear vision for the respective formats.
India ODI Squad (Captain: Shubman Gill)
The ODI squad sees a new era of leadership with the young sensation, Shubman Gill, taking over the reins as captain. A major talking point is the return of stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to the ODI setup, focusing on the 50-over format as they gear up for the 2027 World Cup cycle. Shreyas Iyer has been named the vice-captain. Newcomers like Dhruv Jurel and Yashasvi Jaiswal have also earned a call-up, highlighting the selectors’ faith in young talent.
- Squad: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal.
India T20I Squad (Captain: Suryakumar Yadav)
The T20 International squad will be led by the world’s number one ranked T20I batter, Suryakumar Yadav. The squad is packed with T20 specialists and fresh faces, including the return of wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson and the inclusion of all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy in place of the injured Hardik Pandya. Vice-captain Shubman Gill and the bowling attack featuring Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh complete a formidable unit aiming for T20 supremacy.
- Squad: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill (VC), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar.
Australia ODI Squad (Captain: Mitchell Marsh)
The home side, led by Mitchell Marsh, has also announced a strong squad. Despite a few injury concerns forcing late changes, the Australian team maintains its core strength, especially in the pace department. The team management will be looking to integrate new combinations against a challenging Indian side.
- Squad (for 1st ODI – subject to change for later matches): Mitchell Marsh (c), Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Matthew Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Owen, Josh Philippe, Matthew Renshaw, Matthew Short, Mitchell Starc.
Live Streaming and Broadcast Details
For Indian cricket fans, the high-profile series will be easily accessible across both television and digital platforms. Ensuring that no moment of this intense rivalry is missed, the broadcast details are confirmed for the India tour.
- Live Telecast (TV Broadcast in India): The official broadcaster for the India Tour of Australia 2025 is the Star Sports Network. All matches will be broadcast live across various Star Sports channels in multiple languages.
- Live Streaming (Online in India): Fans looking to stream the matches online can do so via the JioHotstar app and website. The platform will provide live coverage of all the ODI and T20I matches, often with multi-lingual commentary options. Additionally, platforms like OTTplay Premium, which integrates JioHotstar, will also provide streaming access for subscribers.
- International Broadcast: Overseas viewers should check local sports broadcasters and OTT platforms for the official coverage. For example, in the UK, the series is likely to be broadcast on TNT Sports (formerly BT Sport), and in Australia, broadcast details will be available through official Cricket Australia partners.
The Series: What to Expect
The India Tour of Australia 2025 is more than just another bilateral series; it’s a statement of intent from both sides. For India, the ODI leg under new captain Shubman Gill, with the mentorship of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, will be a crucial test of their new roadmap towards the 2027 ODI World Cup. The T20I series, led by Suryakumar Yadav, will serve as essential preparation for the next T20 World Cup, testing the depth and readiness of India’s short-format specialists in challenging Australian conditions. Expect fierce competition, high scores, and tactical masterstrokes as these two cricketing giants renew their celebrated rivalry on the fast and bouncy pitches Down Under.
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| India | Hotstar (JioHotstar) Official live sports & cricket streaming platform in India (commonly carries India vs Australia fixtures). |
| India | SonyLIV Indian OTT platform that carries live sports in territories where Sony has broadcast rights. |
| Gulf / MENA (UAE, KSA, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman) | beIN CONNECT (beIN SPORTS) beIN’s streaming app used across MENA for many live sports channels. |
| Gulf / MENA | STARZPLAY / STARZ ON STARZPLAY (available in MENA) — carries selected live events and sports programming in the region. |
| Australia / New Zealand | Kayo Sports Australia/NZ sports streaming service for major cricket fixtures (subscription required where applicable). |
| United States / Canada | Willow TV Cricket-focused streaming app commonly used in North America for India matches (subscription may be required). |
| United Kingdom | TNT Sports / discovery+ UK viewers can access TNT Sports content via TNT app or discovery+ depending on packages/rights. |
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