Indian Men's Cricket Team to Kick Off WTC Cycle Against England in June 2025

The Indian men's cricket team is set to begin its next World Test Championship cycle with a five-Test series against England, starting at Headingley on June 20, 2025. The series will feature several iconic venues, giving England's swing bowlers a home advantage. The cycle runs from 2025 to 2027.

Indian men's cricket team will start its next cycle of World Test Championship with a five-Test series against England, with the opening game scheduled at the seamer-friendly Headingley on June 20, 2025.

The new WTC cycle, spanning from 2025 to 2027, will commence right after the conclusion of the current cycle's final, also set in England.

Tactically, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has selected venues where England's swing bowlers are likely to have a significant advantage. The second Test is scheduled to be held at Edgbaston in Birmingham from July 2-6.

The iconic Lord's ground will host the third Test from July 10-14, followed by the fourth Test at Old Trafford in Manchester from July 23-27. The series will conclude with the final Test at the Oval, running from July 31-August 4.

There will be a week's gap between the first and second Test, and an eight-day interval between the third and fourth matches, allowing players sufficient time to recuperate.

(With inputs from agencies.)