There are many ICC events lined up for cricket fans around the world in the next few editions. However, With the return of the Champions Trophy and the highly anticipated World Test Championship Final, these events are sure to bring spectators edge-of-their-seats action and unforgettable moments. Here’s everything you need to know about the future ICC tournaments, including their dates, host nations, etc.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Series: Three-match One Day International (ODI) series
Dates: February 19 – March 9, 2025
Host: Pakistan (India’s matches will be played in UAE)
Teams participating: 8 (Determined by the 2023 Cricket World Cup group stage standings.
The ICC Champions Trophy is set to return with a bang in 2025, eight years after the last edition of the tournament. Moreover, Following the World Cup, Pakistan will host further ICC action, this will be the first of its kind for ICC (since the 1996 Cricket World Cup). However, because of political tensions, India’s matches will be played at a neutral venue in the UAE.
However, a total of eight teams have qualified to participate in the tournament, including Afghanistan, which is participating for the first time in history. Former champions Sri Lanka, however, failed to make it through. Cricket fans are going to be in for a treat, as there will be high-octane battles with the prospect of an India-Pakistan face-off.
2025 ICC World Test Championship Final
Format: Test Cricket
Dates: June 11 – June 15, 2025 (Reserve Day: June 16)
Host: Lord’s Cricket Ground, London
The Teams: Australia Vs South Africa
Moreover, the ICC World Test Championship Final, cricket’s topmost prize will be staged in 2025 at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground. However, the final will be a clash between Australia and South Africa, both of whom have booked their place as the last two teams standing.
Moving forward, it will be the first WTC Final at Lord’s, adding to the occasion’s historical significance. Although both the teams have formidable bowling attacks, fans can expect a tussle of skill and endurance over five days of intense red-ball cricket.
ICC Women’s Champions Trophy 2027
Format: Women’s T20 International (WT20I)
Dates: To Be Announced (2027)
Host: Sri Lanka
Teams: 6 — (TBA via qualification)
The ICC Women’s Champions Trophy will join the fray in 2027, bolstering the global women’s cricket calendar. Moreover, Sri Lanka has been selected as the host of the dynamic cricketing ecosystem.
However, with six leading teams lined up to compete for the trophy, this tournament is designed to offer additional and high-profile chances for women’s cricket. Moreover, Women’s T20 cricket has exploded in popularity, and the addition of the Champions Trophy will bring a new level of competitive interest to the format.”
ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Format : T20 International (T20I)
Date: 2026 (Exact dates TBA)
Host: India & Sri Lanka
Participating Teams: 20
The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka with an enhanced pool of 20 teams. However, the tournament is set to deliver thrilling cricket, with the top T20 stars from across the globe on display.
ICC Cricket World Cup 2027
Format – One Day International (ODI)
Date: 2027, specific pending further notice
Hosts: South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia
Participating Teams: 14
Expansion of Teams – The ICC Cricket World Cup will expand from 10 Teams to 14 Teams in 2027. Moreover, the event will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, which will make cricket’s premier ODI competition back in Africa.
ICC T20 World Cup 2028
Format: T20 International (T20I)
Dates: 2028 (Dates TBC)
Host: Australia & New Zealand
Participating Teams: 20
Moreover, the 2028 edition of the T20 World Cup will be held jointly by Australia and New Zealand, who both promise it to be an exciting T20 World Cup with competitive matches to be played across both nations.
ICC Champions Trophy 2029
Format: ODI
Host: India
Participating Teams: 8
India is to hold great again hosting ICC event single, as it will host the 2029 ICC Champions Trophy. Moreover, the best ODI sides will battle with each other to win this prestigious trophy.
ICC Cricket World Cup 2031
Type: One Day International (ODI)
Years: 2031 (Real dates yet to be revealed)
Host: India & Bangladesh
Participating Teams: 14
In 2031, India and Bangladesh will co-host the ICC Cricket World Cup. Given the two sides’ respective cricketing cultures and a growing following, we can expect this tournament to be a glorious affair.
Key Highlights: upcoming ICC Tournaments(2025-2031)
| Tournament | Format | Dates | Host(s) | Teams |
| ICC Champions Trophy 2025 | ODI | Feb 19 – Mar 9, 2025 | Pakistan (India’s matches in UAE) | 8 |
| ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 | Test | June 11 – June 15, 2025 | Lord’s, London | 2 |
| ICC T20 World Cup 2026 | T20I | 2026 (TBA) | India & Sri Lanka | 20 |
| ICC Women’s Champions Trophy 2027 | WT20I | 2027 (TBA) | Sri Lanka | 6 |
| ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 | ODI | 2027 (TBA) | South Africa, Zimbabwe & Namibia | 14 |
| ICC T20 World Cup 2028 | T20I | 2028 (TBA) | Australia & New Zealand | 20 |
| ICC Champions Trophy 2029 | ODI | 2029 (TBA) | India | 8 |
| ICC Cricket World Cup 2031 | ODI | 2031 (TBA) | India & Bangladesh | 14 |
What These Tournaments Mean for Cricket Fans
There is something for every cricket fan in upcoming ICC Tournaments. The return of the Champions Trophy is a dose of nostalgia, and the WTC Final will produce the best Test team in the world. It will take women’s cricket to the next level, while the Women’s Champions Trophy will bring home the glory. T20 and ODI World Cups will keep generating excitement as it expand its format with new competitive teams.
More updates on schedules, squads, and predictions can be expected as the tournaments come closer. So gear up for the upcoming cricketing season!
