England release blockbuster schedule of men’s and women’s tournaments for summer 2025

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England release blockbuster schedule of men’s and women’s tournaments for summer 2025: Men’s and Women’s Cricket Tournament Series, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced a blockbuster schedule for the summer of 2025, featuring thrilling encounters against the world’s top cricketing nations.

The upcoming season promises to be a unique spectacle, with both England’s men’s and women’s teams hosting high-stakes matches against the West Indies, Zimbabwe, India and South Africa.

Women’s Cricket

The England women’s cricket team will kick off this summer with a much-anticipated bilateral series against the West Indies. The series will run from May 21 to June 7, featuring three T20Is and three ODIs.

These matches are more than just a contest – they are crucial in preparation for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, and fans can expect both teams to be at their best.

After their matches against the West Indies, the England women’s team will turn their attention to India. Starting on June 28, they will lock horns with the Blue Women’s team in a five-match T20I series, followed by three ODIs.

The series will be a thrilling contest between two of the strongest teams in women’s cricket, with both teams looking to improve their squads ahead of the World Cup.

Men’s Cricket

The summer for the England men’s team will begin with a historic encounter against Zimbabwe. The two teams will clash for the one-off Test at Trent Bridge in Nottingham, which will be Zimbabwe’s first Test match in England since 2003. The match will be a crucial moment for both teams, as Zimbabwe will look to make a mark on English soil.

After this, the West Indies will return to England for a series of white-ball matches. From May 30 to June 10, the two teams will clash in three T20Is and three ODIs. Given the fierce rivalry between these two teams, these matches will surely provide many exciting moments.

But the highlight of England’s summer will come when India plays five Test matches here again. The last time these two titans of cricket faced off in a Test series in England, the game ended in a 2-2 tie that left the crowd wanting more. This upcoming series will be one of the highlights of the cricket calendar, with both teams eager to take the lead.

Finally, the England men’s team will conclude their summer with a three-match ODI and T20I series against South Africa in September. As one of the most competitive teams in the world, South Africa will provide a fitting end to an unforgettable cricket season.

About the tournament

ECB Chief Executive Richard Gould expressed his excitement about the parallel scheduling of the men’s and women’s series, citing the popularity of the format among fans and its contribution to the growth of the women’s game.

With the success of last year’s Ashes and this year’s Pakistan series, the 2025 summer season is set to continue this trend, offering fans a unique opportunity to see both England teams in action against the same opponent.

In conclusion, the 2025 cricket summer in England is going to be a season like never before. Whether you are a fan of the red ball or white ball formats, men’s or women’s cricket, there is something for everyone here. So get ready for high drama, intense rivalries and unforgettable moments on the cricket field. Don’t miss England’s blockbuster schedule!

“I’m excited we’ll be doing the same again for the West Indies and India series next year.” Gould also announced that England Women will face-off against India in the first-ever Women’s Test at Lord’s in 2026.

“I’m also delighted we can confirm that India Women will return in 2026 to take on England Women in the first-ever women’s Test match at Lord’s. It will be a truly special occasion, and one of real significance.”

Summer 2025 Cricket Tournament Schedule for Men’s & Women’s

EventDateMatchVenueTime (BST)
Women’s Schedule
West Indies T20I Series21 May1st T20IThe Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence, Canterbury18:30
23 May2nd T20IThe 1st Central County Ground, Hove18:35
26 May3rd T20IThe Cloud County Ground, Chelmsford14:30
West Indies ODI Series30 May1st ODIThe County Ground, Derby13:00
4 June2nd ODIUptonsteel County Ground, Leicester13:00
7 June3rd ODICooper Associates County Ground, Taunton11:00
India T20I Series28 June1st T20ITrent Bridge, Nottingham14:30
1 July2nd T20ISeat Unique Stadium, Bristol18:30
4 July3rd T20IThe Kia Oval, London18:35
9 July4th T20IEmirates Old Trafford, Manchester18:30
12 July5th T20IEdgbaston, Birmingham18:35
India ODI Series16 July1st ODIUtilita Bowl, Southampton13:00
19 July2nd ODILord’s, London11:00
22 July3rd ODISeat Unique Riverside, Chester-le-Street13:00

Men’s Schedule

EventDateMatchVenueTime (BST)
Zimbabwe Test Series22–25 MayOnly Men’s TestTrent Bridge, Nottingham11:00
West Indies ODI Series29 May1st ODIEdgbaston, Birmingham13:00
1 June2nd ODISophia Gardens, Cardiff11:00
3 June3rd ODIThe Kia Oval, London13:00
West Indies T20I Series6 June1st T20ISeat Unique Riverside, Chester-le-Street18:30
8 June2nd T20ISeat Unique Stadium, Bristol14:30
10 June3rd T20IUtilita Bowl, Southampton18:30
India Test Series20–24 June1st TestHeadingley, Leeds11:00
2–6 July2nd TestEdgbaston, Birmingham11:00
10–14 July3rd TestLord’s, London11:00
23–27 July4th TestEmirates Old Trafford, Manchester11:00
31 July – 4 Aug5th TestThe Kia Oval, London11:00
South Africa ODI Series2 September1st ODIHeadingley, Leeds13:00
4 September2nd ODILord’s, London13:00
7 September3rd ODIUtilita Bowl, Southampton11:00
South Africa T20I Series10 September1st T20ISophia Gardens, Cardiff18:30
12 September2nd T20IEmirates Old Trafford, Manchester18:30
14 September3rd T20ITrent Bridge, Nottingham14:30

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