Late September 2025 is an exciting yet tricky time for Indian cricket fans. The team is wrapping up the Asia Cup, while big changes are happening behind the scenes at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The first Test against West Indies starts on October 2 in Ahmedabad, kicking off India’s home season and the new World Test Championship cycle. But when will we know the Indian squad? Based on the tight schedule and BCCI rules, the announcement is likely in the third or fourth week of September. This means right after the Asia Cup ends on September 28, but before the BCCI’s big Annual General Meeting (AGM) on the same day.
The current selectors, led by Ajit Agarkar, will pick this squad. Two old members are leaving soon, but new ones won’t join until after the AGM. So, the old team gets to make this key choice.
Why the Wait?
Selectors like to watch players in action before picking a team.Announcing too early means missing this info. So, expect the news in late September, once India’s Asia Cup run is over. This fits past patterns—squads often come out a week or two before the first game.
BCCI Changes Add to the Puzzle
The BCCI is shaking things up. On September 28, the AGM in Mumbai will pick a new President (since Roger Binny turned 70) and an IPL Chairman. It will also okay two new selectors: Rudra Pratap Singh and Pragyan Ojha. These guys were shortlisted after applications closed on September 10.
But here’s the catch: The AGM ends just four days before the Test. New selectors can’t jump in, meet, and pick a squad that fast. Travel and training take time too. So, Agarkar’s group—with S. Sharath and Subroto Banerjee—will handle it. The new team joins for later picks, like the ODI squad for Australia tour.
This delay isn’t new. Reports say the reshuffle has slowed things down a bit. West Indies already named their squad on September 16, with Roston Chase as captain. They arrive in India on September 24. India needs to follow soon for smooth planning.
What About Domestic Cricket?
The Irani Cup, a big domestic match between Ranji champions and the Rest of India, runs October 1-5. It overlaps with the first Test, so top players can’t join. The Rest of India squad will show who’s next in line—think of it as a backup team.
Based on last year, when it was announced on September 24, expect the 2025 version in late September. It will likely come out with the Test squad, since selectors need to know who’s away first.
Some players might get “conditional” spots—if they’re in the Test squad but not playing the XI, they could play Irani Cup too. This keeps everyone sharp.
What to Expect in the Squad
India’s home Tests favor spinners and steady batsmen. After a tough England tour, fitness of guys like Rishabh Pant and Karun Nair will matter.
This announcement marks the end of one era and start of another. The old selectors wrap up with a bang, while new leaders shape the future after this series. Fans, keep an eye on BCCI updates in the coming weeks— the squad drop will set the tone for a thrilling home season!
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