Pakistan have a packed international calendar lined up for the 2026–27 season, with major focus on white-ball cricket and preparations for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Across this season, Pakistan will travel to Sri Lanka and England, compete in the T20 World Cup, and play crucial bilateral series. While the emphasis remains on limited-overs formats, the season also concludes with an important Test tour of England, which will be vital for their World Test Championship campaign.
Pakistan’s 2026–27 season is all about building combinations, handling pressure games, and regaining consistency in global tournaments.
Below is the complete and updated Pakistan cricket schedule for the 2026–27 season, including confirmed series, match dates, and venues.
Pakistan Cricket Schedule 2026–27
| Series | Matches | Venue | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan tour of Sri Lanka | 3 T20Is | Dambulla | January 7–12, 2026 |
| ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 | T20Is | Sri Lanka | February 2026 |
| Pakistan in T20 WC Group A | vs NED, USA, IND, NAM | Colombo | Feb 7–18, 2026 |
| Pakistan tour of England | 3 Tests | Leeds, Lord’s, Birmingham | Aug 19 – Sep 13, 2026 |
1. Pakistan Tour of Sri Lanka – January 2026 (3 T20Is)
Pakistan will begin their 2026 international campaign with a short but crucial T20I series against Sri Lanka. All three matches will be played at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, serving as Pakistan’s final bilateral preparation before the T20 World Cup.
All matches will be night games, starting at 7:00 PM local time.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka T20I Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Local Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 7, Wed | Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, 1st T20I | Dambulla | 7:00 PM |
| Jan 10, Sat | Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I | Dambulla | 7:00 PM |
| Jan 12, Mon | Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, 3rd T20I | Dambulla | 7:00 PM |
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2. Pakistan in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Group Stage Fixtures
Pakistan will feature in Group A of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Their group includes a mix of associate teams and high-pressure clashes, including the marquee match against India.
All group matches will be played in Colombo, across the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) and R. Premadasa Stadium.
Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 Group Matches
| Date | Match | Venue | Local Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7, Sat | Pakistan vs Netherlands | Colombo (SSC) | 11:00 AM |
| Feb 10, Tue | Pakistan vs USA | Colombo (SSC) | 7:00 PM |
| Feb 15, Sun | India vs Pakistan | Colombo (RPS) | 7:00 PM |
| Feb 18, Wed | Pakistan vs Namibia | Colombo (SSC) | 3:00 PM |
Pakistan will aim to secure a top-two finish in the group to progress further, after a disappointing early exit in the previous T20 World Cup edition.
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3. Pakistan Tour of England – August–September 2026 (3 Tests)
Pakistan will conclude their 2026–27 season with a challenging Test tour of England, one of the toughest overseas assignments in world cricket.
The three-match Test series will be played at historic venues, testing Pakistan’s batting depth and bowling discipline in seam-friendly conditions.
England vs Pakistan 2026 Test Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Local Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19–23 | England vs Pakistan, 1st Test | Leeds (Headingley) | 11:00 AM |
| Aug 27–31 | England vs Pakistan, 2nd Test | London (Lord’s) | 11:00 AM |
| Sep 9–13 | England vs Pakistan, 3rd Test | Birmingham (Edgbaston) | 11:00 AM |
This tour will play a key role in Pakistan’s World Test Championship standings and will be a true test of their red-ball credentials overseas.
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Final Note
The Pakistan cricket season 2026–27 is heavily focused on white-ball success, with the T20 World Cup being the centerpiece. The England Test tour then provides a strong finish to the season, balancing global tournament pressure with traditional Test cricket challenges.
