Cricket fans, mark your calendars! The International Cricket Council (ICC) has mapped out a packed schedule of global tournaments between 2025 and 2031. From World Cups to Champions Trophies and expanded formats, let’s take a full look at what’s coming, who’s hosting, and what makes each event special.
👉 For a detailed breakdown of every ICC event between 2025 and 2031, including hosts, venues, and timelines, check out the full ICC tournament schedule with hosts and dates on AllCric.
ICC Event Schedule 2025-2031
|
Year |
Tournament |
Format / Type |
Host(s) |
Key Highlights |
|
2025 |
ICC Champions Trophy |
Men's ODI, 8 teams |
Pakistan + UAE (neutral venues) |
First edition since 2017; matches in Lahore, Karachi, Rawalpindi & Dubai. |
|
2025 |
World Test Championship Final |
Test Match (two teams) |
England (Lord’s) |
England to host WTC finals through 2031. |
|
2025 |
Women’s Cricket World Cup |
Women's ODI, 8 teams |
India & Sri Lanka |
Last 8-team edition; focus on women’s cricket growth. |
|
2026 |
Men’s T20 World Cup |
T20, 20 teams |
India & Sri Lanka |
Expanded format; neutral venues for IND vs PAK matches. |
|
2027 |
Men’s Cricket World Cup |
ODI, 14 teams, 54 matches |
South Africa, Zimbabwe & Namibia |
Namibia to host for the first time; new Super Six stage. |
|
2028 |
Men’s T20 World Cup |
T20, 20 teams |
Australia & New Zealand |
Major T20 event; matches across both nations. |
|
2029 |
Champions Trophy (Men) |
ODI, 8 teams |
India |
Classic format returns; key warm-up for 2031 World Cup. |
|
2030 |
T20 World Cup (Men) |
T20, 20 teams |
To be confirmed |
Expected to follow 2026/2028 format. |
|
2031 |
Men’s Cricket World Cup |
ODI, 14 teams, 54 matches |
India & Bangladesh |
Co-hosted event; expanded WC format. |
Additional Notes & Trends
• World Test Championship Finals will be hosted by England & Wales for 2025, 2027, 2029, and 2031 editions.
• More teams, more matches, and greater global reach, especially for T20 and ODI formats.
• Neutral venues will be used for sensitive matches such as India-Pakistan clashes.
• Growth in Women’s and Under-19 cricket with more visibility and expanded formats.
Why These Tournaments Matter
Global Exposure & Rivalries: Big tournaments renew traditional rivalries like India vs Pakistan and provide opportunities for associate nations.
Format Evolution: ICC is expanding teams and formats, reviving Super Six/Super Eight stages.
Host Development: New co-hosts like Namibia and Bangladesh reflect ICC’s push for wider participation.
Fan Engagement: Larger events mean increased media coverage, digital reach, and commercial opportunities.
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