England tour of India 2025 is scheduled to begin on January 22, with the first T20I match scheduled to take place at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. This exciting series will feature three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and five T20I matches, with the series finale scheduled for February 12. The two giants of cricket, India and England, are moving from the slow-paced Test format to the fast-paced format. T20 format, promising an electrifying contest.
The Indian team, led by the cricket star Suryakumar Yadavwill seek to assert their dominance on home soil, while England, under the dynamic leadership of If butlerwill aim to continue their winning streak. With both teams brimming with talent, the first T20I promises to be an exciting encounter.
Weather forecast for Kolkata
The weather in Kolkata on January 22 is expected to be favorable for the match, providing ideal playing conditions for players and spectators. Skies will remain clear throughout the day, providing a perfect backdrop for the high-octane T20 contest.
Temperatures are expected to hover around 27°C at the start of the match, gradually cooling down as the evening progresses. This drop will not be drastic, however, and the temperature will remain relatively stable throughout the match. Humidity will increase over the course of the game to an average of 54%. Although conditions will be wet, there is no indication of rain and the forecast indicates a 0% chance of precipitation, ensuring the match will go ahead without any weather disruption. Winds will blow at a moderate speed of 10 km/h, and the speed should decrease slightly as the game progresses. Overall, the weather will be comfortable for both players and fans, paving the way for an exciting start to the series.
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Recent Indian form: W, W, L, W, W
India comes into this series with strong momentum, having won four of their last five T20I matches. The Indian team recently played a four-match series against South Africaemerging victorious with a 3-1 win on foreign soil. Ahead of Protea series, India dominates Bangladesh by a 133-run victory in the last T20I match of the Bangladesh India Tour 2024a result which ensured them a 3-0 series sweep. With the team firing on all cylinders, India will look to maintain their winning streak against England in this much-anticipated series opener.
England’s recent form: W, W, W, L, NR (no results)
England have also been in excellent form in T20Is, with three wins in their last five matches. Their most recent T20I series was against the West Indieswhere they won three of five matches, one of which was abandoned due to rain. England’s 3–1 victory in the series demonstrated their ability to perform well in foreign conditions. As the visitors, England will look to carry this momentum into the first T20I against India and make a strong statement in the series opener.