India’s men’s and women’s cricket teams are set for an exciting tour of England in 2026, featuring white-ball series for the men and T20Is alongside a historic Test for the women.
India’s Cricket Tour to England: What to Expect
Cricket fans can mark their calendars for 2026 as the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has officially announced the tour schedules for both the Indian men’s and women’s teams. The men’s team will focus exclusively on limited-overs cricket, while the women’s side will play a mix of T20Is and a highly anticipated Test match.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed these fixtures. This tour could potentially be a final visit to England for veterans like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, especially since they have stepped away from Test and T20I formats, respectively.
Men’s Team Fixtures: A White-Ball Extravaganza
The men’s tour kicks off with a five-match T20 International series. The action starts on July 1 in Chester-le-Street, followed by the second T20I at Old Trafford in Manchester on July 4.
Trent Bridge will host the third T20I on July 7, with Bristol staging the fourth on July 9. The thrilling T20I series concludes at the Rose Bowl in Southampton.
Following the T20Is, a three-match One-Day International series will get underway. The first ODI is scheduled for July 14 in Birmingham. Cardiff will host the second match on July 16, and the tour culminates with the third ODI at the iconic Lord’s on July 19.
Women’s Team Schedule: Kicking Off the Summer Early
The Indian women’s team will begin their tour earlier in the summer. The first of three T20Is is set for May 27 at the Ambassador Cruise Line Ground in Chelmsford.
Bristol will host the second T20I on May 30, before the series wraps up in Taunton on June 1 with the third T20I. A significant highlight for the women’s team will be a standalone Test match, hosted at Lord’s, starting on July 10.
England’s Busy Cricket Calendar for 2026
Beyond the highly anticipated India tour, England’s international cricket summer in 2026 promises more exciting contests. Ben Stokes’ Test side is set to welcome New Zealand and Pakistan for two Rothesay Test series.
Harry Brook’s white-ball squad will also host Sri Lanka for both One-Day Internationals and T20Is, ensuring a packed schedule for cricket enthusiasts.
ECB Celebrates a “Spectacular Summer”
Richard Gould, the ECB Chief Executive Officer, expressed immense excitement about the upcoming season. He highlighted that 2026 promises a “spectacular summer of international cricket,” featuring world-class opposition at iconic venues across the country.
Gould also emphasized the significance of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, which England will host for the first time since 2009. He called it a “huge moment” for the women’s game and an opportunity to inspire the next generation.
The ECB CEO also noted the special significance of Lord’s hosting an England Women’s Test match for the first time, marking a truly special period for women’s cricket.
- India’s men’s team will play 5 T20Is and 3 ODIs in England in 2026.
- India’s women’s team will tour for 3 T20Is and a standalone Test match at Lord’s.
- This tour might be the last time veteran players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli play in England in white-ball formats.
- England will also host New Zealand, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka across formats in 2026.
The diverse fixtures ensure a thrilling cricket season ahead, showcasing the best of both men’s and women’s international competition.
