India has officially unveiled a blockbuster home season schedule for 2026-27, promising fans an action-packed calendar filled with high-profile international cricket. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that India will host West Indies, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, and Australia across formats, with a total of 22 matches set to be played in 17 cities.
India Begins Home Season Against West Indies
India will kick off their home season in September with a white-ball series against the West Indies. The tour includes three One Day Internationals (ODIs) followed by five T20 Internationals (T20Is), offering a strong start to the season.
The ODI series will begin on September 27 in Trivandrum, followed by matches in Guwahati and New Chandigarh. The action will then shift to the T20 format, with games scheduled across Lucknow, Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru.
India Face Sri Lanka in December White-Ball Series
In December, India will host Sri Lanka for another limited-overs series featuring three ODIs and three T20Is. The ODI matches will take place in Delhi, Bengaluru, and Ahmedabad, while the T20I leg will be played in Rajkot, Cuttack, and Pune.
This series will be crucial for India as they continue to fine-tune their squad combinations in the shorter formats.
India takes on Zimbabwe in Early 2027
India will begin the new year with a three-match ODI series against Zimbabwe in January 2027. The matches are scheduled to be played in Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Mumbai.
This series provides an opportunity for India to test bench strength and give exposure to emerging players ahead of a demanding Test season.
India vs Australia: Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2027
The highlight of the home season will be the highly anticipated five-match Test series between India and Australia, starting January 21, 2027. This marquee contest will form part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 cycle.
The Test matches will be held in Nagpur, Chennai, Guwahati, Ranchi, and Ahmedabad, with the series expected to deliver intense competition between two of the world’s top Test sides.
Full Schedule of India Home Season 2026-27
West Indies Tour of India
- 1st ODI: September 27 – Trivandrum
- 2nd ODI: September 30 – Guwahati
- 3rd ODI: October 3 – New Chandigarh
- 1st T20I: October 6 – Lucknow
- 2nd T20I: October 9 – Ranchi
- 3rd T20I: October 11 – Indore
- 4th T20I: October 14 – Hyderabad
- 5th T20I: October 17 – Bengaluru
Sri Lanka Tour of India
- 1st ODI: December 13 – Delhi
- 2nd ODI: December 16 – Bengaluru
- 3rd ODI: December 19 – Ahmedabad
- 1st T20I: December 22 – Rajkot
- 2nd T20I: December 24 – Cuttack
- 3rd T20I: December 27 – Pune
Zimbabwe Tour of India
- 1st ODI: January 3, 2027 – Kolkata
- 2nd ODI: January 6, 2027 – Hyderabad
- 3rd ODI: January 9, 2027 – Mumbai
Australia Tour of India (Test Series)
- 1st Test: January 21–25, 2027 – Nagpur
- 2nd Test: January 29–February 2, 2027 – Chennai
- 3rd Test: February 11–15, 2027 – Guwahati
- 4th Test: February 19–23, 2027 – Ranchi
- 5th Test: February 27–March 3, 2027 – Ahmedabad
Conclusion
With a mix of white-ball excitement and a marquee Test showdown, India’s home season for 2026-27 is set to captivate cricket fans across the globe. From hosting competitive teams to playing across diverse venues, India will once again take center stage in international cricket.
This packed schedule not only strengthens India’s preparation across formats but also sets the tone for an exciting year in world cricket.
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