India’s postponed white-ball tour of Bangladesh has now been officially rescheduled to September 2026, bringing relief to fans waiting for this exciting bilateral series. The tour will feature three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three T20 Internationals (T20Is), giving both teams valuable match practice ahead of major international events.
The announcement was confirmed by the Bangladesh Cricket Board, as part of Bangladesh’s packed international home season for 2026.
India Tour of Bangladesh 2026 – Series Overview
India will tour Bangladesh in late August, with the matches scheduled across September 2026. The tour was earlier postponed due to scheduling reasons but is now locked into the international calendar.
Tour Highlights
- India arrival: August 28, 2026
- Total matches: 6 (3 ODIs + 3 T20Is)
- Formats: White-ball cricket only
- Venues: To be announced later
India vs Bangladesh 2026 – Match Schedule
| Match Type | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | September 1, 2026 | India vs Bangladesh |
| 2nd ODI | September 3, 2026 | India vs Bangladesh |
| 3rd ODI | September 6, 2026 | India vs Bangladesh |
| 1st T20I | September 9, 2026 | India vs Bangladesh |
| 2nd T20I | September 12, 2026 | India vs Bangladesh |
| 3rd T20I | September 13, 2026 | India vs Bangladesh |
Match venues will be announced by the Bangladesh Cricket Board closer to the series.
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Official Statement from BCB
The BCB confirmed that the rescheduled tour ensures a strong international season for Bangladesh. The board stated that the calendar is designed to give fans across the country the chance to watch top-level international cricket at home, with more venue details to follow soon.
Bangladesh’s Home International Schedule – 2026 (Overview)
Apart from hosting India, Bangladesh will have a busy and competitive home season featuring several top cricketing nations.
Bangladesh Home Series in 2026
| Visiting Team | Format | Time Period |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 3 ODIs | March 12–16 |
| New Zealand | 3 ODIs + 3 T20Is | April 17 – May 2 |
| Pakistan | 2 Tests (WTC) | May 8–20 |
| Australia | 3 ODIs + 3 T20Is | June 5 – June 20 |
| India | 3 ODIs + 3 T20Is | September |
| West Indies | 2 Tests (WTC) | Oct 28 – Nov 9 |
Pakistan & New Zealand Tours Explained
- Pakistan Tour (March 2026):
Pakistan will start Bangladesh’s home season with a three-match ODI series in mid-March. - New Zealand Tour (April–May 2026):
New Zealand will play three ODIs followed by three T20Is, concluding the tour on May 2.
Pakistan will return later in May for two Test matches, which will count towards the ICC World Test Championship.
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Australia, West Indies & Sri Lanka A Tours
- Australia Tour (June 2026):
Australia will play three ODIs and three T20Is, making it one of the highlights of the season. - West Indies Tour (Oct–Nov 2026):
A two-Test series with a three-day warm-up match before the Tests. - Sri Lanka A Tour (May 2026):
Sri Lanka A will play two four-day matches and three one-day games against Bangladesh A.
This tour is important for India as it helps players gain valuable experience in subcontinent conditions and prepare well for upcoming international tournaments. Playing against Bangladesh also gives India competitive match practice in familiar conditions.
For Bangladesh, hosting India increases fan excitement and stadium attendance. It also helps the team grow in confidence and skill by playing against a top cricket nation.
Summary
The rescheduling of India’s white-ball tour to Bangladesh in September 2026 ensures a full, competitive, and exciting international season for Bangladeshi cricket fans. With top teams like India, Australia, Pakistan, and New Zealand visiting the country, 2026 promises to be one of the busiest years for cricket in Bangladesh.
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