The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced India’s ODI schedule leading up to the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027. After securing a victorious Champions Trophy, India’s next major ICC event in the 50-over format is still two years away. However, the BCCI has laid out an extensive plan to prepare the team for the tournament.
India will play a total of 27 ODIs over nine series against eight different opponents. These matches will help the team build a solid foundation and assess combinations before the World Cup. The schedule includes six home series and three away series, ensuring a mix of conditions and challenges.
India’s ODI Schedule Till the 2027 World Cup
August 2025 – Tour of Bangladesh (Away)
India’s post-Champions Trophy ODI journey begins in Bangladesh. A three-match series will test India’s ability in spin-friendly conditions. Bangladesh is known for its strong home record, making this series a challenging start.
October-November 2025 – Tour of Australia (Away)
India will travel to Australia for one of the most anticipated ODI series. Australia and India have a history of intense encounters, making this a high-stakes series. The pace-friendly pitches will challenge the Indian batting lineup.
November-December 2025 – South Africa ODI Series (Home)
India returns home to face South Africa in a three-match series. mThe Proteas will provide a stern test, especially with their strong pace attack. India will look to experiment with squad combinations.
January 2026 – New Zealand ODI Series (Home)
India hosts New Zealand, a team that has been a strong competitor in ICC tournaments. The series will be crucial for testing different strategies.
June 2026 – Afghanistan ODI Series (Home)
India takes on Afghanistan in a three-match home series. Afghanistan’s spin attack could pose significant challenges. A chance for India to refine their batting approach against quality spin.
July 2026 – Tour of England (Away)
India travels to England for a three-match ODI series. The swinging conditions will test the batting unit. A vital series to prepare for English conditions before the World Cup.
September-October 2026 – West Indies ODI Series (Home)
India hosts the West Indies for another three-match ODI series. The Caribbean team’s aggressive approach will test India’s bowling attack.
October-November 2026 – New Zealand ODI Series (Home)
India faces New Zealand for the second time within two years. The series will help in fine-tuning the squad before the World Cup.
December 2026 – Sri Lanka ODI Series (Home)
India wraps up their ODI assignments before the World Cup with a home series against Sri Lanka. The subcontinental rivalry is expected to produce high-intensity cricket. This series will be crucial in finalizing India’s squad for the 2027 World Cup.
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India’s Preparation for 2027 ODI World Cup
India’s ODI schedule features 27 matches, ensuring ample practice before the World Cup. It is balanced with both home and away series. Tough overseas challenges in Australia and England will test the team’s adaptability. The schedule allows for experimentation and squad building, giving opportunities to young and fringe players. Facing a variety of opponents from almost all major cricketing nations will help prepare India well for the World Cup.
India’s ODI schedule till World Cup 2027:
| Month/Year | Opponent | Venue | No. of ODIs |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 2025 | Bangladesh | Away | 3 |
| Oct-Nov 2025 | Australia | Away | 3 |
| Nov-Dec 2025 | South Africa | Home | 3 |
| January 2026 | New Zealand | Home | 3 |
| June 2026 | Afghanistan | Home | 3 |
| July 2026 | England | Away | 3 |
| Sep-Oct 2026 | West Indies | Home | 3 |
| Oct-Nov 2026 | New Zealand | Home | 3 |
| December 2026 | Sri Lanka | Home | 3 |
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