India vs South Africa 2025 Test Series: Full Schedule, Streaming & Key Battles

The Series at a Glance: Two Tests, Two Venues

The highly anticipated two-match Test series between India and South Africa is here, forming a crucial part of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-2027 cycle. The series is significant as it pits the new-look Indian team, led by Shubman Gill, against the reigning WTC title holders, South Africa.

This Test leg is just the beginning of a month-long multi-format tour, which will also include 3 ODIs and 5 T20Is.

Official Match Schedule

The series is short but packed with intensity, with matches being played at two iconic venues in Eastern India.

Match	Date	Venue	Time (IST)
1st Test	November 14 – 18, 2025	Eden Gardens, Kolkata	9:30 AM
2nd Test	November 22 – 26, 2025	Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati	9:30 AM

Note: The 1st Test in Kolkata is already underway, but the Guwahati match is still to come and will be the deciding factor of the series.

Where to Watch Live: Broadcast & Streaming Details

Cricket fans across India can easily catch all the action, with comprehensive coverage planned for the entire series.

Live Telecast (TV): All Test matches will be broadcast live across the Star Sports Network channels.
Live Streaming (Online): Fans can stream the matches live on the JioCinema app and website (also referred to in some reports as JioHotstar).

Big Talking Points and Key Battles

This series isn’t just about the match results; it’s a test of leadership, technique, and team composition. Here are the major discussion points:

The Shubman Gill Era: This is the first major home Test series where Shubman Gill is officially leading the team. All eyes are on his captaincy decisions and his personal form, especially as he aims to fill the massive void left by the previous generation of batting legends.
Pant vs. The Pitch: Rishabh Pant returns to the Test arena, and his aggressive wicketkeeper-batter role will be vital. His ability to counter-attack South Africa’s pace and spin in the middle overs could be the game-changer India needs on turning tracks.
WTC Champions’ Spin Challenge: South Africa, though the current WTC title holders, have historically struggled to win a Test series in India in the 21st century. Their ability to handle the Indian spin quartet—led by Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav—will determine the outcome. Their own spin department, featuring Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer, will also be crucial.
Pace Powerhouse Showdown: While spin dominates the conversation, the battle between the world-class pacers is mouth-watering. Can Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj replicate their Kolkata heroics in Guwahati? And can the tall, dynamic South African duo of Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen silence the Indian bats on their home soil?