India’s Stars to Exit IPL 2025 Midway! BCCI Begins England Tour Prep Before Final Match!
India A will fly to England on May 25, the day of the IPL 2025 final, for a three-match unofficial Test series vs England Lions starting May 30. Players not in IPL knockouts will leave early, while Test squad members join in June. BCCI has begun logistics; some seniors want unofficial game time to prep for the June 20 England Tests.
When the final of IPL 2025 kicks off on May 25, several India A players will be departing the country the same day for a tour of England. Although the squad has not yet been officially announced, the BCCI has already begun logistical preparations, including collecting passports and jersey sizes from a pool of selected players. The India A team is scheduled to face the England Lions in three unofficial Tests starting May 30 in Canterbury. Meanwhile, the senior Indian team is set to play a five-match Test series against England beginning June 20.
🚨 ENGLAND TEST TOUR UPDATE 🚨 [Sahil Malhotra & Pratyush Raj from TOI]
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 5, 2025
– Indian team could leave in batches in the first week of June.
– India A team likely to leave on May 25th.
– Some of the Indian stars wants to play second India A game ahead of the Intra Squad match. pic.twitter.com/9oi165BcwX
Only those not involved in the IPL knockouts will leave early, with the rest expected to travel in early June, possibly in batches. Some senior players have expressed interest in participating in at least one unofficial Test to better prepare for the main series.
However, their involvement depends on their IPL commitments and fitness clearance. Last year, a similar phased departure was arranged for the Australia tour. The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee has already shortlisted players, and the BCCI is cautious about player workload and injuries, considering the long Test series ahead. The movement reflects a balancing act between IPL and national duty during a tight international schedule.
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