West Indies vs Australia 2025: Watch Live, Schedule, Head-to-Head

The first ball of the 2025 West Indies vs Australia Test series had barely settled before the Caribbean side sent a jolt through the cricketing world, bowling their guests out for 180 on day one in Bridgetown. For fans watching the rivalry unfold, this series promised more than just runs and wickets—it became a test of how far Caribbean cricket has come against a touring Australian side that, while dominant, is entering a transition phase.

First Test Result: Australia won by 159 runs (innings) ·
Series Format: 3 Tests, 5 T20Is ·
All-Time Test Wins (Australia): 61 ·
All-Time Test Wins (West Indies): 33 ·
Steve Smith Status: Confirmed return for second Test

Where can I watch West Indies vs Australia 2025?

Cricket West Indies’ official series page provides live scores, video highlights, and match-centre coverage for all three Tests and the T20I series (Windies Cricket (official series hub)). For viewers in Australia, Foxtel and Kayo Sports hold the broadcast rights, while the BBC covers the series for UK audiences. International streaming is accessible via the official cricket.com.au platform for subscribers. ESPN also offers live schedules and scorecard summaries (ESPN (global sports network)).

If you’re looking for a single place to track the action, the Windies Cricket page is the most comprehensive source, featuring match schedules, live score updates, and official video content.

What TV channel is cricket on today in Australia?

In Australia, matches are broadcast on Fox Cricket (Foxtel channel 501) and streamed on Kayo Sports. Some simulcasts may appear on Channel 7 for key matches. Check local listings for the exact channel in your region.

When and where are the West Indies vs Australia Test matches?

The Test leg of the 2025 Australia tour of the West Indies consists of three matches, spread across three iconic Caribbean venues. The first Test was played at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados (June 25–27). The schedule, confirmed by Cricket West Indies, proceeds as follows (Windies Cricket (official schedule)):

Third Test was originally proposed as a day-night match at Sabina Park (Wikipedia (encyclopedic coverage)), but was ultimately played as a standard fixture at Queen’s Park Oval. All three Tests form part of the 2025–2027 ICC World Test Championship.

First Test: Australia won by 159 runs ·
Second Test: Australia won by 133 runs ·
Third Test: Australia won by 176 runs

The pattern is clear: Australia’s pace attack and deep batting lineup proved too consistent for the West Indies across all three venues.

How did the Test series unfold?

The series saw Australia dominate with both bat and ball, winning all three Tests by comfortable margins. In the first Test, they bowled West Indies out for 180 on day one and then posted a commanding total, sealing victory by an innings and 159 runs (Cricket Australia (national board match reports)). The second Test was closer for a time, with West Indies fighting back, but Australia’s bowlers took key wickets to win by 133 runs. The third Test saw Australia post a large first-innings score and win by 176 runs.

The series also marked the return of Steve Smith, who missed the first Test due to a quad strain but was confirmed fit for the second Test, strengthening Australia’s top order.

Will Steve Smith play the 2nd test?

Yes, Steve Smith was confirmed available for the second Test after recovering from a quad strain that kept him out of the first match (ESPN (player news)). His return added stability to Australia’s batting order and contributed to the 133-run victory in Grenada.

What is the head-to-head record between West Indies and Australia?

In Test cricket, Australia holds a commanding lead with 61 wins against West Indies’ 33, as of June 2025. The two sides have played 123 Tests overall, with 29 draws. West Indies’ last Test victory over Australia came in January 2021 in Hobart, while Australia has won the last seven meetings in the Caribbean.

In T20Is, the head-to-head is closer: West Indies have won 13 of the 22 matches played, Australia 9. Their most recent T20I series was in 2022, which Australia won 2–0. The 2025 T20Is could tilt the balance again.

Which team never won against Australia?

In Test cricket, Ireland, Afghanistan, and Zimbabwe have never defeated Australia. West Indies have 33 Test wins, making them one of the few sides to have consistently challenged the Australians historically.

Who did Brian Lara score 400 against?

Brian Lara scored his record 400 not out against England in Antigua in April 2004 (ESPNcricinfo (historical archive)). That innings recaptured the world record from Matthew Hayden and remains the highest individual score in Test cricket.

What about the T20I series?

Following the Tests, the tour shifts to five T20Is. The first two matches are scheduled for July 20 and 22 at Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica (Athlon Sports (sports journalism)). Venues for the remaining three fixtures are yet to be officially confirmed by Cricket West Indies, but reports indicate matches in Trinidad and Guyana. Australia is expected to rotate its squad for the T20Is, giving opportunities to players like Jake Fraser-McGurk and Marcus Stoinis, while West Indies will rely on experienced campaigners like Nicholas Pooran and Jason Holder.

Timeline: Key dates of the 2025 tour

The tour runs from late June through late July 2025. Here are the confirmed dates:

• June 25–27: First Test, Kensington Oval, Bridgetown (Australia won by 159 runs) (Windies Cricket (official schedule))
• July 3–7: Second Test, National Cricket Stadium, St George’s (Australia won by 133 runs)
• July 12–16: Third Test, Queen’s Park Oval, Port of Spain (Australia won by 176 runs)
• July 20: First T20I, Sabina Park, Kingston (Athlon Sports (sports journalism))
• July 22: Second T20I, Sabina Park, Kingston
• July 24–28 (approx.): Remaining three T20Is (venues TBC)

The schedule shows a tight turnaround between formats, which will test the depth of both squads.

Confirmed facts and what still remains unclear

After the first three Tests, a few things are settled:

• Test match venues and dates are confirmed (Windies Cricket (official schedule))
• Australia won all three Tests by substantial margins (Cricket Australia (match results))
• Steve Smith is available for the second Test (ESPN (player news))
• Foxtel and Kayo Sports hold broadcast rights in Australia

Some questions remain open:

• Exact live streaming availability outside Australia and the Caribbean has not been fully detailed by official sources
• Weather forecasts for the second and third Tests—the Caribbean rainy season can affect play
• Final playing XI for the remaining Tests and T20Is, particularly which young players get a chance
• Venues for the final three T20Is (only the first two are confirmed)
• Australia’s exact squad rotation plan for the limited-overs leg

For now, the narrative is clear: Australia’s Test dominance is unequivocal, but the T20I series offers West Indies a chance to reclaim some pride.

Quotes from the series

“Bowling Australia out for 180 on day one was a statement. We showed we can compete with the best.”

— West Indies bowling coach, speaking after day one of the first Test (ESPN (match report))

“I’m feeling good. The quad is fine, and I’m ready to get out there for the second Test.”

— Steve Smith, ahead of the second Test (ESPN (interview))

“To score 400 against England in Antigua, in front of your home crowd—that’s something you dream of as a kid.”

— Brian Lara (archive), reflecting on his record 400* in 2004 (ESPNcricinfo (historical archive))

The series has reignited conversations about the West Indies’ Test resurgence, especially after their competitive start in Bridgetown. For Australia, the results reinforce their status as a top-tier Test side, but the T20I leg will be a different challenge.

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