The ICC’s main events from 2026 to 2031 start with the 2026 T20 World Cups (both done) and continue with the 2027 Men’s Cricket World Cup in southern Africa, followed by T20 World Cups in Australia/New Zealand (2028) and England/Scotland/Ireland (2030), and the 2031 World Cup in India and Bangladesh. Last checked October 2026. Hosts for several events were fixed by the ICC in 2021, and exact dates are not yet announced for most of them.
Master table: 2026 to 2031
| Year | Event | Host | Format / dates | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Men’s T20 World Cup | India and Sri Lanka | T20; 7 Feb to 8 Mar 2026 | Done. India won, beating New Zealand in the final |
| 2026 | Women’s T20 World Cup | England and Wales | T20; 12 Jun to 5 Jul 2026, 12 teams, final at Lord’s | Done. Australia won |
| 2027 | Women’s Champions Trophy (first edition) | Sri Lanka | T20; reported dates 14 to 28 Feb 2027 | Dates reported in Pakistani media after an ICC decision; confirm on icc-cricket.com |
| 2027 | World Test Championship final | England (The Oval) | Test; 9 to 13 Jun 2027 | Venue and dates announced by the ICC |
| 2027 | Men’s Cricket World Cup | South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia | ODI; 14 teams; 2 Oct (Super Series) to 21 Nov 2027, final in Johannesburg | Schedule released |
| 2028 | Men’s T20 World Cup | Australia and New Zealand | T20; planned for October 2028 | Host fixed in 2021; dates not announced |
| 2028 | Women’s T20 World Cup | Pakistan | T20; unofficial reports say 7 Sep to 1 Oct 2028 | ICC awarded hosting in June 2026; India’s games may move to a neutral venue |
| 2028 | Olympics cricket (LA 2028) | USA | T20; men’s and women’s, six teams each; from 12 Jul 2028 | Olympic event, not an ICC World Cup |
| 2029 | Men’s Champions Trophy | India | ODI; planned for October 2029 | Host fixed in 2021; dates not announced |
| 2029 | Women’s ODI World Cup | Host not confirmed in sources we found | ODI; 10 teams, 48 matches | Expansion confirmed by the ICC |
| 2029 | World Test Championship final | England | Test | England holds rights; venue not confirmed |
| 2030 | Men’s T20 World Cup | England, Scotland, Ireland | T20; planned for June 2030 | Host fixed in 2021 |
| 2030 | Women’s T20 World Cup | Not verified | T20 | We could not confirm the host |
| 2031 | Men’s Cricket World Cup | India and Bangladesh | ODI; planned for Oct to Nov 2031 | Host fixed in 2021 |
| 2031 | World Test Championship final | England | Test | England holds rights; venue not confirmed |
Men’s events in detail
2027 Men’s Cricket World Cup
The tournament has 14 teams in two groups of six. The top three from each group, plus the better fourth-placed side, go into a Super 7 stage. The top four then play semi-finals on 17 November (Cape Town) and 18 November (Tshwane). The final is on 21 November 2027 in Johannesburg with a reserve day. The ICC fixture release lists India, Australia, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Zimbabwe in Group A, and New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, England and Bangladesh in Group B, with two qualifier spots.
2028 Men’s T20 World Cup
Australia and New Zealand were named hosts in the ICC’s 2021 announcement of the 2024 to 2031 men’s events. The 2021 announcement listed October as the window. Since 2024 the T20 World Cup has used 20 teams, and the ICC has not confirmed any change for 2028, but check the ICC site.
2029 Champions Trophy
India is the host. The Champions Trophy returned in 2025 after an eight-year gap, and the 2029 edition follows the same plan.
2030 and 2031
England, Scotland and Ireland host the 2030 T20 World Cup. India and Bangladesh co-host the 2031 World Cup. Both were named in 2021, and the final schedules could change.
Women’s events in detail
The 2025 Women’s World Cup in India was won by India on 2 November 2025. The 2026 T20 World Cup in England ended with an Australian win at Lord’s. Two more are on the way: the Women’s Champions Trophy in Sri Lanka in 2027 and the 2028 T20 World Cup in Pakistan. The 2029 ODI World Cup expands to 10 teams, up from 8, with 48 matches against 31 in 2025.
What each format means
| Format | Meaning | Typical length |
|---|---|---|
| ODI World Cup | 50 overs per side, held every four years | About 6 weeks |
| T20 World Cup | 20 overs per side; men’s event is now every two years | About 4 weeks |
| Champions Trophy | Smaller ODI event for top-ranked teams, back since 2025 | About 2 to 3 weeks |
| WTC final | Test match to decide the winner of the two-year league | 5 days, plus a reserve day |
Which event is next for Indian fans?
For most readers, the next big date is the 2027 Men’s World Cup. India is in Group A, and the tournament runs through October and November 2027. A date for India’s matches against Pakistan was reported in news articles in October 2026, but we did not verify it with the ICC page, so check the official fixture list before booking tickets or travel.
Why dates can change
Hosts for the 2024 to 2031 men’s events were fixed in 2021, and the women’s calendar has been revised since. Visa rules, weather, politics and broadcast deals can all move a start date. When an event is co-hosted, as in 2027 and 2031, venues can also change. For a ticket or a trip, wait for the official ICC announcement.
How to track changes
- Official dates, tickets and fixtures appear on icc-cricket.com under each tournament page.
- Hosting deals can change because of security, politics or travel rules. The 2025 Champions Trophy used a hybrid model for India’s games, and the same may apply to Pakistan’s 2028 event.
- Our table marks anything unconfirmed. Where dates say “planned” or “reported”, treat them as provisional.
Overall, 2027 is the next big year, with the Men’s World Cup in October and November. Dates for 2028 to 2031 will firm up in the coming years, so bookmark this page and the ICC site.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where is the 2027 Cricket World Cup?
It is co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. It runs from 2 October to 21 November 2027, with the final in Johannesburg.
Who hosts the T20 World Cup 2028?
Australia and New Zealand were named hosts. Exact dates are not yet announced.
Who hosts the 2031 World Cup?
India and Bangladesh were named co-hosts for the 2031 Men’s Cricket World Cup.
Where is the Women’s T20 World Cup 2028?
The ICC awarded it to Pakistan in June 2026. India’s matches may be played at a neutral venue.
Where is the 2027 World Test Championship final?
It will be at The Oval, London, from 9 to 13 June 2027.
