The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have jointly announced the complete schedule for India’s upcoming tour of Bangladesh in August 2025. This tour will consist exclusively of white-ball matches—three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three T20 Internationals (T20Is).
This much-anticipated series will follow India’s Test tour of England, where the final Test concludes on August 4, 2025. The Bangladesh series is expected to allow India to shift focus to limited-overs cricket in preparation for upcoming international tournaments.
Full Schedule of India’s Tour of Bangladesh 2025
ODI Series:
- 1st ODI: August 17, 2025 – Mirpur
- 2nd ODI: August 20, 2025 – Mirpur
- 3rd ODI: August 23, 2025 – Chattogram
T20I Series:
- 1st T20I: August 26, 2025 – Chattogram
- 2nd T20I: August 29, 2025 – Mirpur
- 3rd T20I: August 31, 2025 – Mirpur
The series opens with two ODIs at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, a venue known for its electrifying atmosphere and passionate cricket fans. The teams then head to Chattogram for the final ODI and the opening T20I, before returning to Mirpur for the last two T20I matches.
Significance of the Series
With the ICC Champions Trophy and T20 World Cup around the corner, this tour is likely to play a key role in finalizing India’s white-ball core. The Bangladesh team, known for its strong performance at home, will also be looking to use this series as a platform to fine-tune their strategies and test their bench strength.
Additionally, this tour allows both teams to build momentum after a demanding Test season. For India, fresh from their England tour, it offers a chance to switch formats and experiment with combinations under subcontinental conditions.
Key Players to Watch
While the squads are yet to be officially announced, key Indian players such as Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill, and Jasprit Bumrah are likely to feature, depending on workload management. For Bangladesh, players like Shakib Al Hasan, Mehidy Hasan, and Litton Das will be pivotal in shaping their campaign.
Final Thoughts
The India tour of Bangladesh 2025 promises to be an exciting white-ball showdown packed with high-intensity cricket and regional rivalry. With a mix of experience and youth on both sides, fans can expect competitive matches and thrilling finishes.
