BCCI releases 2026-27 domestic cricket schedule with 1,788 matches

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has unveiled a comprehensive domestic schedule for the 2026-27 season, featuring 1,788 matches across men's and women's cricket from August 2026 to March 2027. The calendar encompasses senior, Under-23, Under-19, and Under-16 categories for men, alongside a parallel structure for women's cricket down to the Under-15 level.

The season will commence with the Duleep Trophy, starting August 23 and concluding September 10, to be held entirely at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. The red-ball segment continues with the Irani Cup, scheduled for October 1-5 in Srinagar, featuring reigning Ranji Trophy champions Jammu and Kashmir against a Rest of India side.

India's premier first-class competition, the Ranji Trophy, will retain its split-phase format. The first phase runs from October 11 to November 5, followed by a break for white-ball tournaments. The competition resumes on January 17, 2027, with the knockout stages scheduled from February 9 to March 3. The Elite Group will feature 32 teams divided into four groups, while the Plate Group comprises six teams.

A notable reintroduction is the Col. C.K. Nayudu Trophy Winners vs Rest of...