Find out the complete calendar of upcoming international cricket tournaments, T20 leagues, and India's national team calendar for May 2025. Get the latest updates with all the crucial fixtures and showdowns.
From traditional Test match recoveries to intense T20 showdowns, the month is full of cricketing interest in every form and from different nations. Red-ball cricket fans who prefer old-school pace of the game, as well as franchise league connoisseurs who are avid followers of adrenaline-fueled drama, each has plenty on offer.
This one will go down in history: from May 22 to May 25, Zimbabwe will return to England for a four-day Test match at Trent Bridge this is their first bilateral series against England since 2004. This is the first Test match between the two teams since 2003. A welcome and uncommon addition to the cricketing calendar.
Ahmad Shah Abdali 4-Day Tournament
The domestic cricekt in Afghanistan runs from May 5 to June 22. Four regional teams compete in a double round-robin format at the Ahmad Shah Abdali Tournament. It is an important stage for Afghan cricketers, with the final scheduled from June 18 to 22.
Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025
The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (March 22-May 25) was temporarily suspended after 58 matches due to operational challenges. The BCCI has confirmed the suspension of IPL matches effective May 9, with the schedule for the remaining 16 matches (including playoffs) yet to be announced. Select fixtures have been relocated to Ahmedabad, including the Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians match. The board is coordinating with all franchises to ensure safe completion of the season.
Pakistan Super League 2025 Update
The 10th PSL season, originally scheduled across multiple Pakistani cities, will now complete its remaining matches (post-Match 26) in the UAE due to security considerations. The revised schedule is pending confirmation. For real-time updates on the complete Pakistan Super League fixtures, please follow Ascores' dedicated PSL section where you'll receive immediate schedule notifications.
Vitality T20 Blast
England's favorite domestic T20 league returns on May 29, running all the way to September 13. With 18 county teams competing, the Vitality Blast delivers fast-paced action and up-and-coming talent. Gloucestershire, the 2024 champions, are aiming to defend their title.
India Tour of England (June–August 2025)
The India Cricket National Team will have a tough five-Test English series commencing in late June. This is part of the 2025–27 World Test Championship and has big ranking implications.
• 1st Test: Jun 20–24 – Leeds
• 2nd Test: Jul 2–6 – Birmingham
• 3rd Test: Jul 10–14 – London (Lord's)
• 4th Test: Jul 23–27 – Manchester
• 5th Test: Jul 31–Aug 4 – London (The Oval)
India will seek to turn previous fortunes around and demonstrate their prowess in English conditions.
From edge-of-your-seat IPL playoffs to Test series with weight of history, May 2025 is full of cricketing action. Whether you're a one-off supporter or a numbers geek, there's plenty of matches to get excited about. Bookmark this page and wait patiently—because the best of cricket has yet to come.