INDIA Cricket Schedule 2026: Full Fixtures, Series & ICC Events

With an eventful schedule that includes bilateral tours, major ICC tournaments, multi-format series, and international events, India's men's cricket, 2026 looks to be a huge season for Indian cricket fans.

Here is the full schedule of the indian men’s cricket team schedule 2026:

INDIA Cricket Schedule 2026-  Overview

 

India vs New Zealand Series 2026- January

From January 11 to January 31, 2026, India will play New Zealand in a major limited-overs series to begin the year.

Format:
ODI: 03
T20i: 05

Before the T20 World Cup, this tour will be important in helping India perfect their cross-format combinations and strategies.

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 - Feb/Mar

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, is one of the year's largest events. It will take place from February 7 to March 8, 2026.

There are 20 teams competing in 55 matches, including group stages, Super 8s, and knockout stages at locations in Sri Lanka and India.

India Tour of England Series- July

India and England will play a limited-overs series in July 2026, beginning from 1 July to 19 July.

Format:

T20i: 05
ODi:  03

This series could provide India with an opportunity to test depth overseas and further prepare them for white-ball formats.

India Tour of Sri Lanka Series- August

In August 2026, India will travel to Sri Lanka for a two-Test series, which will help players keep up their momentum in the longest format of cricket. Additionally, assist in raising their rating in the WTC 2025–2027 edition.

Asia Cup 2026- September/October

India will play cricket in the T20 format at the Asian Cup (September 19–October 4, 2026), venues not announced yet, as part of the sport's participation in the continental multi-sport tournament.

India vs West Indies Series- October

India will host the West Indies in another thrilling white-ball series that includes ODIs and T20Is later in September and October. It is not conform yet.

India Tour of New Zealand Series- October/November

Later in October and November of 2026, India will return to New Zealand for a multi-format trip that will include:

Format

Test: 02
ODI: 03
T20I: 05

India will have the opportunity to show its domination under a variety of situations thanks to this long tour.

India vs Sri Lanka Series- December

In December 2026, India is scheduled to host Sri Lanka for a white-ball series (three ODIs and three T20Is) to close out the year.

 

Key Highlight

• T20 World Cup is the biggest stage in 2026.
• Multiple bilateral tours will test India in all formats.
• Asian Cup adds a T20 twist in late 2026. 
• The New Zealand and England Tour diversifies global exposure.