India Cricket 2026: Full Schedule for Men in Blue
The Indian men's cricket team is gearing up for an exhilarating year in 2026. Kicking off the year, they will face New Zealand for a series of limited-overs matches starting in the second week of January. This marks an exciting beginning as fans eagerly anticipate the T20 World Cup, which will take place in February, with India's campaign commencing in Mumbai on February 7.
Throughout the year, India is set to engage in 49 matches across various formats as per the ICC Future Tours Programme (FTP). This schedule notably excludes a proposed tour of Bangladesh, which has been postponed due to ongoing political and communal tensions between the two nations.
In January alone, India will play 18 ODIs, including a tour to Afghanistan in June, although specific details about that series remain unclear. Following the IPL, India will also travel to England in July for three ODIs, and later in the year, they will face West Indies and Sri Lanka, adding more excitement to the cricketing calendar.
As the defending champions, the team will have a crucial focus on strengthening their credentials for the World Test Championship (WTC). They are set to play two Test matches in Sri Lanka in August, followed by another two matches during their tour to New Zealand. This is a critical phase for the Men in Blue as they aim to enhance their performance in the longer formats of the game.
Additionally, the year will see India participating in 20 T20Is, culminating in a much-anticipated home series against Australia, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, at the start of 2027. With the cricketing landscape evolving, the Indian team faces a significant challenge, but their talent and determination promise to keep fans engaged and thrilled all year long.
In summary, 2026 is shaping up to be a thrilling year for Indian cricket, filled with significant matches across all formats, leading fans on an exciting journey as they support their beloved Men in Blue.
