ICC locks in dates for major men's tournaments from 2028 to 2035

Following meetings held in Bali, Indonesia, the International Cricket Council Board has approved tournament windows for the sport's major men's events through 2035. The confirmed schedule spans from the T20 World Cup in 2028 in Australia and New Zealand through to the Cricket World Cup in 2035, establishing a long-term calendar for four cornerstone competitions: the Men's Cricket World Cup, Men's T20 World Cup, Men's Champions Trophy and the World Test Championship final.

The ICC's decision to lock in these dates reflects a strategic commitment to providing clarity across the global cricket calendar. By confirming venues and windows across seven years, the organisation aims to support member associations and players in their planning and preparation. ICC Chief Executive Sanjog Gupta explained the rationale behind this extended scheduling framework.

"The ICC events portfolio and schedule are critical components of cricket's global architecture and deliver elevated context, competitiveness and consequence to the ecosystem. These tournaments serve as pinnacle moments for fans and players alike, with the associated pathways driving aspiration and access for the broader cricketing landscape," Gupta was quoted as saying by ICC.

When will the T20 World Cup take place under the new schedule?

The T20 World Cup will commence the approved window with its 2028 edition in Australia and New Zealand from October 12 to November 12. England, Ireland and Scotland will jointly host the 2030 edition from July 4 to August 4. The 2032 tournament is scheduled for October 14 to November 14 at venues to be confirmed, while the 2034 event will run from July 6 to August 6 at hosts yet to be determined.

What are the dates for the Cricket World Cup and World Test Championship?

India and Bangladesh will co-host the Men's Cricket World Cup in 2031, spanning October 9 to November 23. The 2035 World Cup will take place from October 2 to November 18 with hosts to be confirmed. The World Test Championship final continues as a biennial fixture in June through 2035. England will host the 2029 final from June 8 to 12, followed by another England-hosted edition in 2031 from June 12 to 16. The 2033 and 2035 finals will be held at venues to be confirmed, scheduled for June 9 to 13 and June 7 to 11 respectively.

India will host the Men's Champions Trophy in 2029 from October 9 to 28. The next edition in 2033 will run from October 2 to 23 at a venue to be confirmed. As of the approval date, Australia hold the Men's Cricket World Cup, South Africa hold the World Test Championship mace, and India hold the Men's T20 World Cup and the Men's Champions Trophy.