The ICC Future Tours Programme (FTP) is set to be made official soon and a few forums have already divulged the details. ICC has taken into consideration the popularity of T20 cricket. In accordance, a sufficient window has been provided for the popular leagues. On the other hand, the 2023-25 and 2025-27 fixtures of the World Test Championship are also out. It is now up to the boards to announce the relevant dates and venues. On that note, here, we take a look at India’s schedule for the 2023-25 World Test Championship cycle.
India’s schedule for 2023-25 World Test Championship
Team India reached the finals of the inaugural edition of the World Test Championship. Although the team had done well, they could not deliver their best show in the final against New Zealand. However, the Rohit Sharma-led squad is still in contention to make it to the finals of the ongoing World Test Championship Cycle.
Meanwhile, here is what India’s roadmap looks like for the next cycle of the premier Test championship:
- Home: New Zealand, England, and Bangladesh
- Away: Australia, West Indies, and South Africa
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A challenge for Team India
It will be a challenge for India in the next World Test Championship cycle. The primary area of concern will be the period of transition that India is going through. In the Test squad, the core of the middle-order is not in good form and hence, new players have been introduced. Even they would need time to get used to the highest level of the format. At the top, as well, Rohit Sharma‘s position looks doubtful due to his fitness concerns. The bowling is settled and that will be the strength of the squad.
Australia and South Africa tours might decide the fate of the squad in the next cycle. The team should also be wary of England at home. Under Brendon McCullum, England is on the rise and they could become a tough opponent at home. Overall, for the fans, it looks like an exciting few years of Test cricket to savor.
