India fans, get ready for a power-packed 50-Over Matches till 2026. India kicked off their ODI series in August 2025.
They face teams such as Bangladesh, Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, England, West Indies, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka.
The schedules for some matches are confirmed, while those for the other matches will be announced soon.
Have a look at India’s full ODI schedule, the home and away series, and also India’s ODI record so far.
India’s ODI Schedule Before the 2027 World Cup
Below is the confirmed schedule of India’s ODI Schedule Before the 2027 World Cup
| Month / Year | Opponent | Venue (Home/Away) | Number of ODIs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | New Zealand | Home | 3 |
| July 2026 | England | Away | 3 |
India’s Home ODI Series Before the 2027 World Cup
India’s home ODI series before the 2027 World Cup has started on a high note. In Nov–Dec 2025, they faced South Africa in three ODIs.
Indis will face New Zealand Next from January 2026. Here is the complete schedule:
| Date | Teams | Time (IST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 11, 2026 | India vs New Zealand | 1:30 PM | BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara |
| Jan 14, 2026 | India vs New Zealand | 1:30 PM | Niranjan Shah Stadium, Khandheri, Rajkot |
| Jan 18, 2026 | India vs New Zealand | 1:30 PM | Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore |
Afghanistan, West Indies, New Zealand [2nd Time in October-November 2026], and Sri Lanka’s home series schedule have not been released yet.
India’s Away ODI Series Before the 2027 World Cup
India will begin its Away ODI Series in July 2026, facing England. Here is the complete schedule of the India Tour of England 2026:
| Date | Teams | Time (IST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Jul 2026 | England vs India | 5:30 PM | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| 16 Jul 2026 | England vs India | 5:30 PM | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff |
| 19 Jul 2026 | England vs India | 3:30 PM | Lord’s, London |
The swing and movement in away matches always test the top order, and it’s a sound stage for the bowlers to adjust to longer spells in cooler conditions.
India’s record in ODI World Cups
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| ODI World Cup Titles | 2 |
| Years Won | 1983, 2011 |
| Captains | Kapil Dev (1983), MS Dhoni (2011) |
| Recent Final | 2023 (Lost to Australia) |
| Relevance for Pre-2027 ODIs | Past wins guide squad preparation; upcoming ODIs help build form and test combinations for the 2027 World Cup |
India’s two World Cup wins in 1983 and 2011 still guide how the team looks at every new ODI cycle. Those tournaments showed what a balanced and confident group can achieve.
The run to the 2023 final proved that India is still in a strong place, even though the title slipped away. It also showed what the team needs to improve.
The ODIs before 2027 give India time to fix those gaps, find the right combinations, and carry steady form into the next World Cup.
How To Watch The ODI Series Of India?
You can watch India’s ODI matches live on Star Sports if you prefer TV coverage.
For online streaming, every game is available on JioHotstar, giving you easy access on mobile, laptop, or smart TV.
Just pick your Hotstar plan or tune into Star Sports on your cable or DTH connection to follow the matches.
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Conclusion: India Will Play Three ODIs In England And New Zealand Ahead Of The 2027 World Cup
India began their pre-World Cup run with a steady start at home. They handled pressure well, built solid partnerships when needed, and the bowlers kept things tight.
The bigger tests are still to come. The three ODIs in England and the three ODIs in New Zealand will show how the group responds to different pitches and weather before the 2027 World Cup.
The remaining fixtures will be announced soon, so stay tuned and keep your JioHotstar access ready for every ODI.
FAQs
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s participation in the 2027 ODI World Cup is not confirmed. All will depend on their fitness and readiness to play the World Cup.
The ODI schedule for India started in August 2025, beginning their series ahead of the 2027 World Cup.
Home matches offer familiar pitches, while overseas games bring swing, bounce, and changing weather, pushing the group to adjust across formats.
Each ODI series helps India shape batting orders, try bowling combinations, and build rhythm so the squad enters 2027 with settled roles and confidence.
