A thrilling multi-format series consisting of 2 Tests, 3 ODIs, and 5 T20Is is going to take place between India and South Africa. First match of the series will be played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on 14 November 2025 and the first Test marks the start of the action.
Match Details
- Match: India vs South Africa 1st Test
- Date: Friday, November 13, 2025
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Start time: 9:30 AM IST
When & Where to Watch IND vs SA Test Live
The series will be telecast on the Star Sports Network and streamed on JioCinema / Disney+ Hotstar in India.
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India XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Washington Sundar, Shubman Gill (c), Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj
South Africa XI: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder, Temba Bavuma (c), Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Simon Harmer, Keshav Maharaj
India’s Squad
Shubman Gill (C), Rishabh Pant (WK) (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Akash Deep
South Africa’s Squad
Temba Bavuma (C), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, Zubayr Hamza, Simon Harmer, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne.
India vs South Africa Head-to-Head in Test
- Total Matches Played: 42
- India Won: 15
- South Africa Won: 17
- Drawn: 10
Full Test Schedule:
- 1st Test: 14-18 Nov at 9:30 AM, Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
- 2nd Test: 22-26 Nov at 9:00 AM, Barsapara Cricket Stadium (Guwhati).
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Insight: Toss Advice & Pitch Talk
South Africa Captain Temba Bavuma revealed that he sought advice from former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson, who jokingly told him: “Make sure that you win the toss.” Bavuma said this ahead of the first Test in Kolkata, emphasising how important the coin-toss can be in Indian conditions.
At Eden Gardens, pitch curators have said that morning sessions will favour swing bowlers because the wicket has good carry. There is also suggestion that edges will carry and slip catching will be vital.
Preview: What to Expect
Considering the World Test Championship cycle, India will try to protect their home ground and South Africa will try to win a Test series in India, a challenge that has never been overcome by them in the past. Both teams are equipped with solid bowling and skilled batting. The ODI and T20I series later in the tour will also provide both teams an opportunity to perfect their white-ball combinations before the global tournaments.
Written By:- Manjunath S