BCCI Announces Complete Schedule for India’s 2026-27 Home Matches, Including Venues
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled the full schedule for India’s international home season for 2026-27, featuring an exciting lineup of 22 matches across 17 cities. The season will host four visiting teams: West Indies, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, and Australia, providing fans with a diverse range of cricketing action. The home season kicks off with the West Indies tour on September 27, 2026, and culminates with the prestigious Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia in early 2027.
West Indies Tour Kicks Off the Season
The 2026-27 home season will commence with the West Indies tour, starting on September 27, 2026. This series will consist of three One Day Internationals (ODIs) followed by five T20 Internationals (T20Is). The ODI matches are scheduled to take place in Trivandrum, Guwahati, and New Chandigarh. Following the ODIs, the T20I matches will be held in Lucknow, Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru. This opening series promises to set an exciting tone for the season, allowing fans to witness thrilling cricket right from the start.
Sri Lanka Series in December
In December 2026, India will welcome Sri Lanka for a white-ball series that includes three ODIs and three T20Is. The ODIs will be hosted in Delhi, Bengaluru, and Ahmedabad, while the T20Is will take place in Rajkot, Cuttack, and Pune. This series is expected to draw significant attention as both teams look to showcase their skills in front of enthusiastic home crowds. The geographical spread of the matches ensures that fans from various regions will have the opportunity to enjoy international cricket.
Zimbabwe’s Visit in the New Year
As the new year begins, Zimbabwe will tour India for a three-match ODI series in January 2027. The matches are set to be played in Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. This series will mark the first international action of the year, providing a fresh start for both teams. With the excitement of new year celebrations still in the air, cricket fans can look forward to thrilling encounters as India takes on Zimbabwe in this limited-overs format.
Border-Gavaskar Trophy: The Season’s Highlight
The highlight of the 2026-27 home season will undoubtedly be the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, featuring a five-match Test series against Australia. This prestigious series will kick off on January 21, 2027, in Nagpur, before moving to Chennai, Guwahati, Ranchi, and Ahmedabad. The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is known for its intense rivalry and high-stakes matches, making it a must-watch for cricket enthusiasts. With a blend of white-ball and red-ball cricket, this season promises to deliver unforgettable moments for fans across the nation.
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