The Indian cricket team’s white-ball tour of Bangladesh has been officially rescheduled to September 2026, with the Bangladesh Cricket Board confirming the fixtures on Friday, January 2. The series, which was originally slated for August 2025, was postponed by mutual agreement between the BCB and the Board of Control for Cricket in India.
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Details of the Rescheduled India vs Bangladesh Series
According to the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s announcement, the Indian cricket team will arrive in Bangladesh on August 28, 2026. The tour comprises three One Day Internationals followed by three Twenty20 Internationals between the two Asian cricketing nations.
The ODI series is scheduled to begin on September 1, with subsequent matches on September 3 and September 6. Following the conclusion of the 50-over format, the Indian cricket team will compete in three T20 Internationals scheduled for September 9, September 12, and September 13.
India vs Bangladesh 2026 Match Schedule
| Format | Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 1st Match | September 1, 2026 | To be announced |
| ODI | 2nd Match | September 3, 2026 | To be announced |
| ODI | 3rd Match | September 6, 2026 | To be announced |
| T20I | 1st Match | September 9, 2026 | To be announced |
| T20I | 2nd Match | September 12, 2026 | To be announced |
| T20I | 3rd Match | September 13, 2026 | To be announced |
The BCB has stated that specific match venues will be announced in due course. Bangladesh typically hosts international matches at venues in Mirpur, Chattogram, and Sylhet, with the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka being the most frequent host for high-profile series.
Reasons Behind the Postponement
BCB cricket operations in-charge Shahriar Nafees confirmed the rescheduling to Cricbuzz, stating that the series between India vs Bangladesh has been moved to accommodate both teams’ international commitments. The mutual agreement between the BCCI and BCB reflects both boards’ commitment to maintaining cricket relations.
The decision also took into account the international cricketing calendar, with both nations having packed schedules throughout 2025 and 2026. The rescheduling ensures that the series receives adequate preparation time, with both teams able to field their strongest possible squads.
Previous India vs Bangladesh Encounters
The Indian cricket team last toured Bangladesh in 2024, delivering a comprehensive performance across all formats. India secured a clean sweep in the two-match Test series followed by a dominant 3-0 whitewash in the T20I series.
India’s 2024 Tour of Bangladesh Results
| Format | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | Chennai | India won by 280 runs |
| 2nd Test | Kanpur | India won by 7 wickets |
| 1st T20I | Gwalior | India won by 7 wickets |
| 2nd T20I | Delhi | India won by 86 runs |
| 3rd T20I | Hyderabad | India won by 133 runs |
The Test series saw India dominate comprehensively, with victories by 280 runs in Chennai and seven wickets in Kanpur. The T20I series proved even more one-sided, with the Indian cricket team posting record-breaking totals and securing comfortable victories. The highlight came in the third T20I at Hyderabad, where India scored 297 for six. Sanju Samson’s magnificent 111 off 47 balls powered India to a 133-run victory.
Bangladesh’s 2026 Home Schedule
The rescheduled India vs Bangladesh series forms part of a comprehensive international calendar announced by the BCB for 2026. Bangladesh will host four Tests, 12 ODIs, and nine T20Is throughout the year, welcoming five full member nations for bilateral series.
Bangladesh’s Complete 2026 Home Season
| Opposition | Arrival | Format | Match Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | March 9 | 3 ODIs | March 12, 14, 16 |
| New Zealand | April | 3 ODIs, 3 T20Is | April 17-May 2 |
| Pakistan | May 4 | 2 Tests (WTC) | May 8-12, May 16-20 |
| Australia | June | 3 ODIs, 3 T20Is | June 5-20 |
| India | August 28 | 3 ODIs, 3 T20Is | September 1-13 |
| West Indies | October | 2 Tests (WTC) | Oct 28-Nov 1, Nov 5-9 |
The season begins after the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup with Pakistan visiting for a three-match ODI series in mid-March. Pakistan returns in May for two Test matches counting toward the ICC World Test Championship cycle. New Zealand arrives in April for three ODIs and three T20Is. Australia’s tour in June represents a significant occasion, with the reigning World Test Champions visiting for a white-ball series.
Significance for the Indian Cricket Team
The rescheduled tour provides the Indian cricket team with crucial bilateral cricket ahead of major ICC tournaments in the 2026-27 cycle. The series offers opportunities for squad rotation, experimentation with combinations, and giving fringe players international exposure.
For India’s white-ball specialists, the tour represents important match practice in subcontinental conditions. Bangladesh’s pitches traditionally offer assistance to spinners, making them ideal preparation grounds for similar conditions the Indian cricket team might encounter in future tournaments.
Captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir will likely use the tour to fine-tune combinations ahead of the next ICC tournament cycle. The white-ball formats demand specific skill sets, and this series provides opportunities to assess players in match situations.
Historical Context of India vs Bangladesh Cricket
Bangladesh achieved their first ODI victory over India in 2004, a watershed moment for Bangladeshi cricket. The 2007 World Cup encounter where Bangladesh eliminated India from the group stage remains etched in cricket history. That victory announced Bangladesh’s arrival as a competitive force.
In recent years, the Indian cricket team has demonstrated superiority across formats. The team has won the majority of encounters between the nations, with Bangladesh struggling to match India’s consistency and depth across all three formats.
FAQs
When will the Indian cricket team tour Bangladesh?
The Indian cricket team will tour Bangladesh in September 2026, with the team arriving on August 28. The ODI series begins September 1, with T20Is scheduled for September 9-13.
Why was the original India vs Bangladesh series postponed?
The series originally scheduled for August 2025 was postponed by mutual agreement between the BCCI and BCB to accommodate both teams’ international commitments and scheduling requirements.
How many matches will India vs Bangladesh play in 2026?
The series comprises six matches total – three ODIs scheduled for September 1, 3, and 6, followed by three T20Is on September 9, 12, and 13, 2026.
What were the results of the last India vs Bangladesh series?
In the 2024 series, the Indian cricket team achieved a clean sweep, winning both Tests (by 280 runs and 7 wickets) and all three T20Is (by 7 wickets, 86 runs, and 133 runs respectively).
Which venues will host the India vs Bangladesh matches?
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has not yet announced specific venues. Bangladesh typically hosts international matches at Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram, and Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
