Complete International Cricket Schedule 2026–2027: Match Date, and Venue You Need to Know

Cricket fans worldwide are staring down one of the most packed international schedules in recent memory. From Test matches at iconic venues like Lord’s and the MCG to T20 qualifiers being played in Singapore and Bermuda, the 2026–27 cricket calendar is a globe-spanning feast that covers every format, every continent, and almost every month of the year. Whether you follow Pakistan’s fortunes in the West Indies, track India’s relentless tour schedule, or want to know when England face their next major Test series, this complete breakdown has every fixture, every venue, and every key date you need.

June 2026:

The international cricket calendar in June 2026 hits the ground running with several concurrent series.

England vs New Zealand – 3rd Test, Trent Bridge

The New Zealand tour of England reaches its conclusion at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, with the 3rd Test starting on June 25. Play begins at 10:00 AM GMT each day, with the match scheduled to run through to June 29. Trent Bridge is one of England’s most reliable batting surfaces, and with the series already live, this decider carries full weight. Both sides know that winning at Trent Bridge sends a clear statement about their Test ambitions heading into a busy summer.

West Indies vs Sri Lanka – 1st Test, Antigua

Simultaneously, at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua, West Indies host Sri Lanka in the first of a two-match Test series starting June 25. Local time kicks off at 10:00 AM, giving Caribbean fans a full day’s play. Sri Lanka arrive with a competitive Test setup and the batting depth to trouble any home side. This series runs deep into early July, with the second Test also staged at the same Antigua venue starting July 3.

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Sub Regional Qualifier

At White Hill Field in Sandys Parish, Hamilton, Bermuda, the Americas qualifier for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is in full swing during June. Bermuda, Panama, Bahamas, and Brazil are all competing across a series of matches starting June 25, with fixtures continuing into late June and early Saturday of the following week. These qualifying competitions are where cricket’s next generation of nations earn their place on the bigger stage — don’t dismiss them.

Asia Pacific Cricket Champions Trophy 2026 – Singapore

The Singapore National Cricket Ground hosts the Asia Pacific Cricket Champions Trophy throughout late June, with Singapore taking on Indonesia on June 25. The tournament concludes on June 26 with the 3rd place play-off and final. Asian associate cricket has been steadily improving in quality, and this championship provides a showcase for the region’s growing talent pool.

Late June to July 2026: India Enter the Picture

Ireland vs India – T20I Series, Belfast

Starting June 26, India tour Ireland for a two-match T20I series at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast. The first T20I takes place on June 26 and the second on June 28. India’s touring schedule is relentless, and even away fixtures in Ireland offer sharp competition now. Belfast has become an increasingly credible cricket venue, and Irish fans will be hoping the home side can match India’s firepower in the shortest format.

England vs India – T20I and ODI Series

The most eagerly anticipated bilateral series of the English summer arrives with India touring England for a five-match T20I series starting July 1. Fixtures are spread across iconic venues:

• 1st T20I: Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street – July 1
• 2nd T20I: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester – July 4
• 3rd T20I: Trent Bridge, Nottingham – July 7
• 4th T20I: County Ground, Bristol – July 9
• 5th T20I: The Rose Bowl, Southampton – July 11

The ODI series then follows with three matches:

• 1st ODI: Edgbaston, Birmingham – July 14
• 2nd ODI: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff – July 16
• 3rd ODI: Lord’s, London – July 19

This England vs India series is one of the marquee fixtures of global cricket. The rivalry between these two nations brings enormous viewership, fierce competition, and the kind of individual brilliance that defines limited-overs cricket at its highest level. Lord’s on July 19 will be a sellout.

July 2026: Pakistan Arrive in the West Indies

Pakistan Tour of West Indies – Warm-Up and Test Series

Pakistan’s West Indies tour begins with a 4-day warm-up match against a West Indies Select XI at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad, starting July 18. This is essential preparation before the Test series gets underway.

The 1st Test begins July 25 at the Brian Lara Stadium, with the 2nd Test starting August 2 at the same venue. Pakistan’s Test setup has been in transition, and how they perform in West Indian conditions — against a West Indies side that has rediscovered some of its Test mojo — will say a great deal about their direction under current leadership.

Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh – Test, ODI, and T20I Series

Bangladesh travel to Zimbabwe for a comprehensive multi-format tour. The one-off Test begins June 28 at Harare Sports Club, followed by three ODIs starting July 6 and three T20Is starting July 15 at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Zimbabwe has been a difficult touring destination in recent years, and Bangladesh will be expected to win across formats, though Zimbabwe’s home conditions always make life interesting.

New Zealand Tour of West Indies – ODI Series

New Zealand visit the West Indies for a five-match ODI series running from July 12 through July 22. Matches are staged at Providence Stadium in Guyana and Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados. This ODI series is part of ongoing ICC Super League preparations, and every point matters in the road to World Cup qualification cycles.

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Europe Sub Regional Qualifier B

Staged at a TBC venue across July 8–14, this European qualifier features Belgium, Gibraltar, Denmark, Estonia, Norway, Hungary, Romania, Serbia, and Turkey. Eight nations compete over seven days, with the top two advancing to the main European qualifying event. European cricket is growing fast, and competitive qualifying fixtures like this are part of that developmental story.

August 2026: Pakistan Tour of England — The Highlight of the English Summer

For many followers of Test cricket, the Pakistan tour of England is the most eagerly awaited series of the entire year. Three Tests at three of England’s most storied grounds:

1st Test: Headingley, Leeds – August 19–23

Headingley has a history of producing unforgettable cricket. The Leeds pitch traditionally offers swing, seam, and pace — conditions that favour England’s attack while testing Pakistan’s batting resolve. Pakistan have fond memories at Headingley too, having produced some historic results at this ground over the decades.

2nd Test: Lord’s, London – August 27–31

Lord’s. The home of cricket. No series involving Pakistan and England at cricket’s most famous ground ever lacks drama. From the Long Room to the slope on the outfield, Lord’s provides a backdrop that lifts even the most ordinary passage of play into something memorable. Pakistan’s ability to adapt to swing conditions will be tested thoroughly here.

3rd Test: Edgbaston, Birmingham – September 9–13

Edgbaston closes the series. Birmingham’s ground is known for its passionate atmosphere, tight dimensions, and the way it generates atmospheric pressure for the away side. If the series is still alive going into the third Test, expect a cracker.

Bangladesh Tour of Australia – Two Tests

While England are hosting Pakistan, Bangladesh tour Australia for a two-Test series:

• 1st Test: Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin – August 13–17
• 2nd Test: Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay – August 22–26

Darwin and Mackay are unusual venues for Australian Test cricket — both Northern and Queensland locations offering conditions that differ from the traditional big-city grounds. Bangladesh will find Australian pace bowlers challenging regardless of venue, but these are not dead rubbers. Test cricket is never just about the result; it develops players for bigger battles ahead.

Afghanistan Tour of Ireland – ODI Series

Ireland host Afghanistan for five ODIs at venues in Bready and Belfast between August 5 and August 14. Afghanistan are a genuine Test and ODI force now, ranked in the top eight globally in the 50-over format. Ireland have developed enormously as a cricketing nation, and home ODIs against Afghanistan offer them a genuine opportunity to compete against upper-tier opposition.

September 2026: Sri Lanka Tour England, Australia Head to Zimbabwe

Sri Lanka Tour of England – T20Is and ODIs

Sri Lanka arrive in England for three T20Is and three ODIs in September:

• 1st T20I: The Rose Bowl, Southampton – September 15
• 2nd T20I: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff – September 17
• 3rd T20I: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester – September 19
• 1st ODI: Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street – September 22
• 2nd ODI: Headingley, Leeds – September 24
• 3rd ODI: Kennington Oval, London – September 27

The Oval on September 27 is a particularly attractive fixture — late-season London cricket at a ground that produces excellent surfaces for the white-ball game.

Australia Tour of Zimbabwe – ODIs

Australia visit Zimbabwe for three ODIs at Harare Sports Club between September 15 and September 20. Australia are always strong favourites in this fixture, but Zimbabwe have developed sharp one-day cricketers in recent years and can be dangerous at home.

Australia Tour of South Africa – ODIs and Tests

Australia’s tour of South Africa begins in late September with three ODIs:

• 1st ODI: Kingsmead, Durban – September 24
• 2nd ODI: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg – September 27
• 3rd ODI: Senwes Park, Potchefstroom – September 30

The Test series then follows in October, running from October 9 to October 31 across Kingsmead, St George’s Park in Gqeberha, and Newlands in Cape Town. South Africa vs Australia Tests are among the most ferocious in the game — South Africa’s pace attack against Australia’s batting lineup is a genuine contest at every level.

October 2026: India vs West Indies, Australia vs South Africa Tests

West Indies Tour of India – ODIs and T20Is

West Indies tour India for three ODIs and five T20Is in late September and October:

ODIs at Thiruvananthapuram (September 27), Guwahati (September 30), and Mullanpur, New Chandigarh (October 3).

T20Is at Lucknow (October 6), Ranchi (October 9), Indore (October 11), Hyderabad (October 14), and Bengaluru (October 17).

India’s home crowd at these venues will create electric atmospheres, particularly for night T20Is. The West Indies T20 setup remains dangerous despite team-building challenges, and matches at stadiums like Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy can produce any result on any night.

India Tour of New Zealand – T20Is

India also tour New Zealand in late October and early November for five T20Is and five ODIs:

T20I venues include Hagley Oval in Christchurch (October 22 and 24), Sky Stadium in Wellington (October 27), Eden Park in Auckland (October 30), and Seddon Park in Hamilton (November 1).

November 2026: England Tour Australia, India vs New Zealand ODIs

India Tour of New Zealand – ODIs

Five ODIs follow the T20I series, staged at Eden Park, Sky Stadium, Seddon Park, and Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui between November 4 and November 15. This India vs New Zealand ODI series is high-quality white-ball cricket between two of the world’s best 50-over sides.

England Tour of Australia – ODIs and T20Is

England visit Australia for three ODIs and five T20Is in November:

ODI venues: Perth Stadium (November 12), Adelaide Oval (November 15), Bellerive Oval in Hobart (November 18).

T20I venues: Melbourne Cricket Ground (November 21), Carrara Oval in Queensland (November 24), The Gabba in Brisbane (November 27), Sydney Cricket Ground (November 29), and Manuka Oval in Canberra (December 2).

England vs Australia in Australia is always appointment viewing. The Ashes rivalry permeates every bilateral encounter, even in white-ball cricket. Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Sydney — these are the great cathedrals of Australian cricket, and England’s ability to win at any of them away from home remains one of cricket’s great tests of character.

Bangladesh Tour of South Africa – Tests

Bangladesh tour South Africa for two Tests:

• 1st Test: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg – November 15–19
• 2nd Test: SuperSport Park, Centurion – November 23–27

South Africa at home in Test cricket remain formidable. Bangladesh are improving as a Test nation, but South African conditions — bounce, pace, lateral movement — present a significant challenge to any touring batting lineup.

India Tour of New Zealand – 1st Test, Basin Reserve

The Test series between New Zealand and India begins November 19 at the Basin Reserve in Wellington, one of cricket’s most beautiful settings. Two Tests follow — the second at Hagley Oval in Christchurch starting November 27.

December 2026: Pakistan at Lord’s, Sri Lanka in India, Australia’s Home Summer

Australia vs New Zealand – Home Test Series

Australia host New Zealand for four Tests across December and into January:

• 1st Test: Perth Stadium – December 9–13
• 2nd Test: Adelaide Oval – December 17–21
• 3rd Test: Melbourne Cricket Ground – December 26–30 (Boxing Day Test)
• 4th Test: Sydney Cricket Ground – January 4–8

The Boxing Day Test at the MCG is one of cricket’s great annual events — Melbourne’s capacity, the public holiday crowds, and the weight of tradition make it unmissable. The New Year’s Test at the SCG is another institution. Australia vs New Zealand over four Tests provides sustained Test cricket of the highest quality as the Southern Hemisphere summer reaches its peak.

England Tour of South Africa – Tests and ODIs

England tour South Africa for three Tests and three ODIs across December and January:

Test venues: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg (December 17–21), SuperSport Park, Centurion (December 26–30), and Newlands, Cape Town (January 3–7).

ODI venues: Boland Park, Paarl (January 10), and Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein (January 13 and 15).

This is a substantial England tour — three Tests against South Africa in South African conditions tests every component of an England side. Johannesburg’s altitude, Centurion’s pace, and Newlands’ notorious swing all demand different skills from visiting batters.

Sri Lanka Tour of India – ODIs and T20Is

Sri Lanka tour India across December and into late December:

ODIs: Delhi (December 13), Bengaluru (December 16), Ahmedabad (December 19). T20Is: Rajkot (December 22), Cuttack (December 24), Pune (December 27).

India’s home conditions are relentless for touring sides — slow pitches, spin-friendly surfaces, massive crowds, and heat. Sri Lanka vs India in India is always competitive, particularly in T20Is where Sri Lanka’s attacking options can match any lineup.

January–February 2027: Australia Tour India — A Series for the Ages

Australia Tour of India – Five-Test Series

The centerpiece of the January–March 2027 calendar is undoubtedly Australia’s tour of India for five Tests. This is as big as bilateral Test cricket gets outside the Ashes. Five Tests across five iconic venues:

• 1st Test: Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur – January 21–25
• 2nd Test: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai – January 29 – February 2
• 3rd Test: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati – February 11–15
• 4th Test: JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi – February 19–23
• 5th Test: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad – February 27 – March 3

Five Tests in India tests every part of Australia’s cricket. The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, cricket’s largest ground in the world, provides a jaw-dropping venue for the final Test. Australia’s ability to play spin, to grind through sessions, and to adapt to subcontinental conditions will determine this series. For India, home Test dominance is a point of national pride. Expect a series that grips cricket followers globally for six weeks.

Sri Lanka Tour of New Zealand – ODIs and Tests

Sri Lanka also tour New Zealand in January and February:

ODIs at McLean Park Napier, Sky Stadium Wellington, and University Oval Dunedin (January 16–22). T20Is at Hagley Oval, Saxton Oval (January 26–31). Tests at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui (February 4–8) and Seddon Park in Hamilton (February 12–16).

March 2027: The 150th Anniversary Test

Australia vs England – 150th Anniversary Test, Melbourne

On March 11, 2027, cricket marks a historic moment: the 150th Anniversary Test Match between Australia and England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. This one-off Test carries the weight of cricket’s entire history — the first Test match was played in Melbourne in 1877, and 150 years later, the same venue hosts the next chapter. For any cricket fan, this is a bucket-list occasion. The MCG, already one of sport’s most atmospheric grounds, will take on an added layer of meaning for this fixture.

Associate Cricket: The Bigger Picture

Woven throughout this calendar is a series of ICC qualifying competitions that deserve attention. The ICC Cricket World Cup League Two matches in Utrecht between Nepal, Namibia, Netherlands, Scotland, UAE, and Canada run from July through August. The Central Europe Cup in Prague, the Austria tour of Hungary, the Portugal tours of Sweden and Finland — these fixtures might not carry the same profile as an Ashes Test, but they form the backbone of cricket’s global development. Every nation that qualifies for a major ICC event started somewhere in a qualifier like these.

Key Venues Across the Calendar

The 2026–27 schedule spans an extraordinary range of venues. Trent Bridge and Lord’s in England. The Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua. The Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad. Harare Sports Club and Queens Sports Club in Zimbabwe. The MCG, SCG, The Gabba, Perth Stadium, and Adelaide Oval in Australia. The Narendra Modi Stadium and MA Chidambaram Stadium in India. Newlands in Cape Town. The Wanderers in Johannesburg. Hagley Oval in Christchurch.

Each ground has its own character, its own history, and its own demands on players. The breadth of venues in this calendar is itself a statement about cricket’s global reach — from tiny associate grounds in Prague and Singapore to the 130,000-seat stadium in Ahmedabad.

Format Breakdown

Across the full 2026–27 international calendar:

Test Matches dominate in terms of prestige — Pakistan at Headingley and Lord’s, Australia in India across five Tests, England in South Africa, and the historic 150th Anniversary Test at the MCG headline the red-ball schedule.

ODI cricket fills the gaps between Test series with competitive bilateral contests, plus the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup League Two providing context to fixtures in Utrecht, Dundee, and beyond.

T20I cricket features across almost every bilateral tour — from India’s visits to Ireland and England in June to the five-T20I series involving West Indies in India in October. Associate cricket feeds into this pipeline through the Americas and European T20 qualifiers.

Conclusion

The 2026–27 international cricket schedule is a reminder of just how vast and varied the sport has become. No month passes without significant cricket somewhere on the planet. The big series — Pakistan in England, Australia in India, the anniversary Test at the MCG — will dominate headlines, but the full depth of this calendar is what makes cricket unlike any other global sport. Test cricket, ODIs, T20Is, associate qualifying events, women’s cricket developing in parallel — the game is everywhere, playing all year, at every level.