Cricket West Indies (CWI) revealed the much-awaited schedule for India's upcoming tour of the Caribbean, slated to take place from July 12 to August 13. The series comprises two Tests, three ODIs, and five T20Is.
India last visited the West Indies in 2019 for a full-fledged tour, triumphing in all formats. They also embarked on a white-ball tour last year, securing victories in both series.
The tour commences with two Test matches, serving as the beginning of the 2023-2025 ICC World Test Championship cycle. The first Test will be held at Windsor Park in Dominica from July 12 to 16, followed by the second Test at Queen's Park Oval in Trinidad from July 20 to 24. The second Test will mark the momentous occasion of the 100th Test match between India and West Indies.
"We are thrilled to announce the schedule and venues for the highly anticipated visit by India. The 100th Test at Queen's Park Oval will be a special moment as we celebrate this historic event between two proud cricketing nations," said Johnny Grave, CEO of CWI.
After the Test series, the teams will engage in a three-match ODI series. The first two ODIs will take place at Kensington Oval in Barbados on July 27 and 29, followed by the third ODI at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad on August 1. Notably, this will be the first ODI involving West Indies at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy.
The action-packed tour will conclude with a five-match T20I series. The series kicks off at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy on August 3, followed by the second and third T20Is at the Guyana National Stadium on August 6 and 8. The final leg of the tour will take place at the Broward County Cricket Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida, USA, where the fourth and fifth T20Is will be held on August 12 and 13.
"We are excited to host India for the white-ball fixtures and welcome fans to witness the matches across the region, as well as in the United States. It will be 18 days of enthralling cricket for enthusiasts to savor," concluded Grave.