Pakistan cricket schedule 2026-27: Full fixtures & dates

Pakistan men's cricket team recently suffered a 3-0 Test series defeat against England after losing the third and final Test at Edgbaston. Following this disappointing result, Pakistan will look to bounce back in the upcoming 2026-27 season.

The team has several important assignments ahead, including matches at the Asian Games and an ODI tri-series. These fixtures will provide Pakistan with opportunities to improve their performance and prepare for future international challenges.

Throughout this article, we will share complete details about the Pakistan men's cricket schedule for 2026-27, including the full list of fixtures, match dates, formats and other important information.

Pakistan's home season 2026-27 begins: Triangular ODI series vs England & Sri Lanka starts Oct 18 in Rawalpindi

Pakistan's home season 2026-27 will begin with an ODI tri-series against England and Sri Lanka. The series will feature three former world champions and is expected to provide crucial preparation for next year's ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.

The tri-series will begin on October 18, with Pakistan facing Sri Lanka in the opening match. The games will be held in Rawalpindi and Lahore, with the final scheduled to take place on October 31.

Following the ODI tri-series, Pakistan and Sri Lanka will play a two-match ICC World Test Championship series. The first Test will begin in Rawalpindi on November 9, while the second Test is scheduled to start in Lahore on November 17.

Here is the complete Pakistan men's cricket ODI tri-series 2026 schedule at a glance:

Date	Match	Venue
18 October	Pakistan vs Sri Lanka	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
20 October	Pakistan vs England	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
22 October	Sri Lanka vs England	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
25 October	Pakistan vs England	Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
27 October	Pakistan vs Sri Lanka	Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
29 October	Sri Lanka vs England	Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
31 October	Tri-series final	Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

Full Fixture List: match dates, venues, timings & format for every series this season

Pakistan men's team has a busy schedule ahead, with several important assignments across formats. The team will feature in the Asian Games from September 28, followed by a three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka from October 9.

Pakistan will then host the ODI tri-series involving England and Sri Lanka from October 18, before facing Sri Lanka in a two-match Test series in November. Here is the complete fixture list at a glance:

Date	Match/Event	Venue	Format
28 September	Asian Games	TBC	T20I
9 October	Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi	T20I
11 October	Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 2nd T20I	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi	T20I
13 October	Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi	T20I
18 October	Pakistan vs Sri Lanka	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi	ODI
20 October	Pakistan vs England	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi	ODI
22 October	Sri Lanka vs England	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi	ODI
25 October	Pakistan vs England	Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore	ODI
27 October	Pakistan vs Sri Lanka	Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore	ODI
29 October	Sri Lanka vs England	Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore	ODI
31 October	Tri-series final	Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore	ODI
4–6 November	Three-day match	Islamabad	Practice Match
9–13 November	Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi	Test
17–21 November	Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test	Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore	Test

What this schedule means for Pakistan's World Cup 2027 build-up — Key matches to watch

Pakistan's upcoming schedule will play an important role in their preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup. The ODI tri-series against England and Sri Lanka will give the team valuable match practice and a chance to test different combinations.

The matches against England and Sri Lanka will be among the key fixtures to watch, especially as Pakistan look to improve their ODI performance. The team will also have an opportunity to assess players and build a strong squad for the major tournament.

With several important matches ahead, Pakistan will be hoping for consistent performances across the season. These fixtures could help the team identify their best players and strengthen their plans for the 2027 World Cup.