India Men’s National Cricket Team

The India men’s national cricket team, widely known as the Men in Blue, represents India in international cricket. It is one of the most successful cricket teams in the world today. The team is governed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and is a full member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) with Test, ODI, and T20I status.

India has won major international tournaments including two ICC Cricket World Cups, two T20 World Cups, and three ICC Champions Trophies. The team currently ranks first in both ODI and T20I rankings and has one of the biggest fan bases globally.

Quick Facts

India’s Journey Through the Decades

Early History (1700s–1932)

Cricket in India began during British rule. The first match was played in 1721. Slowly, Indian communities like the Parsis adopted the game. In 1932, India played its first official Test match against England.

Test Cricket Era (1932–1970)

India joined the ICC in 1926 and played their debut Test in 1932. The team struggled initially but recorded its first Test win in 1952. Over time, legends like Sunil Gavaskar, Bishan Bedi, and EAS Prasanna laid the foundation.

Rise in One-Day Cricket (1971–1999)

India played its first ODI in 1974. Although slow starters, their moment of glory came in 1983 when Kapil Dev led India to its first World Cup win. The 90s saw the rise of Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and Anil Kumble.

Golden Era Begins (2000–2013)

Under Sourav Ganguly’s captaincy, India found confidence. Then, MS Dhoni took over and guided India to:

• 2007 T20 World Cup victory

• 2011 ODI World Cup win

• 2013 Champions Trophy

This made Dhoni the first captain to win all three major ICC tournaments.

Kohli-Rohit Era (2014–2025)

Virat Kohli became captain across formats. Under his leadership:

• India topped Test rankings

• Reached the 2017 Champions Trophy and 2021 WTC finals

• Won historic Test series in Australia (2018, 2021)

Rohit Sharma took over in 2022. India:

• Won 2023 Asia Cup

• Secured 2024 T20 World Cup

• Lifted 2025 Champions Trophy

Tournament Achievements

ICC Tournament Wins

Head-to-Head Stats in All Formats

Test Matches

 ODI Matches

T20I Matches

Iconic Captains of Indian Cricket

Legendary Cricketers

Current Indian Squad (As of July 2025)

Home Stadiums

India’s home advantage is huge. Most venues are sold out for every match. This shows how passionate Indian fans are.

Fan Culture and Rivalries

Cricket is more than a sport in India—it’s an emotion. Iconic fan groups like Bharat Army travel globally to cheer. Rivalries like India vs Pakistan, India vs Australia, and India vs England generate massive viewership.

Sponsorship & Revenue

Final Thoughts

The India men’s national cricket team has evolved from humble beginnings to become a cricketing superpower. With young talent, legendary icons, and strong leadership, the team continues to chase new milestones.

For fans worldwide, India remains a source of pride, passion, and cricketing excellence.