Team India enters 2026–2027 with a clear focus—building a strong ODI unit for the 2027 ODI World Cup. The next two years include high-intensity home series, challenging overseas tours, and key white-ball assignments that will test India’s squad depth and form.
The calendar features confirmed ODI series against New Zealand, England, Afghanistan, West Indies, and a major ODI event in Asia Cup 2027, making this period one of the most important phases in India’s ODI journey.
India ODI Schedule 2026
India begin the year with a high-profile home series against New Zealand, followed by a crucial tour of England later in the year. These ODIs offer India diverse conditions—flat Indian pitches and England’s swinging surfaces—which are essential ahead of the 2027 global event.
1. India vs New Zealand ODI Series – January 2026 (Home)
India’s first ODI assignment of 2026 will be a three-match home series.
Full Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 January 2026 | 1st ODI – India vs New Zealand | Vadodara | 1:30 PM IST |
| 14 January 2026 | 2nd ODI – India vs New Zealand | Rajkot | 1:30 PM IST |
| 18 January 2026 | 3rd ODI – India vs New Zealand | Indore | 1:30 PM IST |
Series Highlights
- India start their ODI year in home conditions.
- All matches scheduled for afternoon starts.
- Important opportunity to test younger players early in the season.
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2. India Tour of England – July 2026 (Away)
The England tour is India’s toughest ODI challenge of 2026. Conditions in Birmingham, Cardiff, and London will offer swing and seam movement, perfect preparation for global events.
Full Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 July 2026 | 1st ODI – England vs India | Edgbaston | 5:30 PM |
| 16 July 2026 | 2nd ODI – England vs India | Cardiff | 5:30 PM |
| 19 July 2026 | 3rd ODI – England vs India | Lord’s | 3:30 PM |
Series Highlights
- Three world-class venues.
- Evening start times due to UK conditions.
- A vital test for India’s top order and pace attack.
3. Afghanistan Tour of India – 2026 (Home)
- 3 ODIs
- Official dates and venues to be released.
- Part of India’s mid-season ODI preparation.
4. West Indies Tour of India – 2026 (Home)
- 3 ODIs
- Scheduled for the September–October home window.
- Key series to test India’s bench strength and rotation strategy.
India ODI Schedule 2027
2027 marks the most important stretch, as India build towards the ICC ODI World Cup 2027, with Asia Cup and additional ODI plans expected to fill the calendar.
Asia Cup 2027 (ODI Format)
- India will participate in the Asia Cup 2027, which will be held in ODI format.
- Dates and venues expected closer to the tournament.
- A major event for finalizing India’s World Cup core.
India ODI Calendar Summary (2026–2027)
| Year | Series | Location | ODIs |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | New Zealand | Home | 3 |
| July 2026 | England | Away | 3 |
| 2026 | Afghanistan | Home | 3 |
| 2026 | West Indies | Home | 3 |
| 2027 | Asia Cup | Away | TBA |
| 2027 | Additional ODI series before World Cup | TBA | TBA |
Importance of the 2026–2027 ODI Cycle
1. Road to ICC ODI World Cup 2027
These ODIs will shape India’s final World Cup blueprint, especially in terms of:
- Opening combinations
- Middle-order stability
- Death-over bowling plans
2. Balance Between Experience and Youth
Senior players are expected to anchor the side, while young talents will get chances in bilateral series to prove consistency.
3. Exposure to Overseas Conditions
Tours like England help players adapt to movement, bounce, and pressure, which is essential for knockout games in ICC events.
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Conclusion
India ODI Cricket schedule for 2026–2027 sets the stage for a crucial World Cup preparation phase. With top teams visiting India and a demanding away tour in England, the upcoming ODI cycle promises high-quality cricket and intense competition for places in the national side.
Fans can look forward to a packed and exciting journey as India moves towards the 2027 ODI World Cup with confidence and clarity.
