Cricket Calendar 2025-2026: World Cups, Broadcast Details, and Teams to Watch
Cricket: The 2025-2026 international cricket season is poised to be one of the most thrilling in recent memory, featuring the coveted ICC Champions Trophy and the groundbreaking World Test Championship final. For fans seeking a comprehensive guide to the must-watch matches, the teams destined for glory, and where to catch all the action live, FawaNews has you covered. This season promises high-stakes drama, iconic rivalries, and the emergence of new cricketing heroes.
The Crown Jewels: ICC Tournaments of 2025-2026
1. ICC Champions Trophy 2025 (Pakistan, February – March 2025)
The return of the ICC Champions Trophy to Pakistan marks a monumental moment for the sport. The top eight ODI nations will battle it out in a compact, explosive tournament.
- Most Anticipated Matches:
- India vs. Pakistan: The biggest rivalry in sport. Every encounter is a global event.
- Australia vs. England: A classic rivalry renewed in a knockout setting.
- The Final: The ultimate prize in 50-over cricket outside the World Cup.
- Top Contenders: India (defending champions from 2013, but will they travel?), England (white-ball giants), Australia (perennial contenders), Pakistan (home advantage and unpredictable talent).
- Broadcasting Channel: The global rights are held by Star Sports Network (Disney). Expected to be broadcast on:
- India & Subcontinent: Star Sports channels and Disney+ Hotstar.
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket.
- Australia: Fox Sports & Kayo Sports.
- USA & Canada: Willow TV.
- Middle East & North Africa: Etisalat (CricLife) and beIN SPORTS.
2. ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 (Lord’s, England, June 2025)
The pinnacle of the red-ball game returns to the Home of Cricket. The top two teams in the WTC standings will compete for the ultimate Test crown.
- Potential Finalists: Based on current cycles, watch for India, Australia, and New Zealand to be in the mix. England’s ‘Bazball’ approach could also see them challenge strongly.
- Broadcasting Channel: A truly global event with broad coverage.
- Worldwide: Disney Star Network is the primary rightsholder.
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket.
- Australia: Channel 7 & Fox Sports.
- South Asia: Sony Liv (depending on sub-licensing).
Cricket :Key Bilateral Series to Watch in 2025-2026
Beyond the ICC events, several bilateral series will capture the world’s attention.
- The Ashes 2025-26 (Australia vs. England): While the next official Ashes is in 2027, a five-match Test series between these two arch-rivals is always a headline event. Expect a fiery contest if it’s scheduled.
- India Tour of Australia (Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2025-26): The defining rivalry of modern Test cricket. India’s quest to retain the trophy on Australian soil is must-see TV.
- Pakistan vs. England: A contest between Pakistan’s mercurial talent and England’s aggressive new philosophy is always entertaining across all formats.
The Most Prominent International Teams in 2025-2026
- India (Team India): Boasting immense depth and superstar power across all formats. Always a favorite for any tournament they enter.
- Australia: The reigning World Test Champions and ODI World Cup winners. A resilient and powerful unit known for peaking at major events.
- England: The innovators of the game. Their aggressive “Bazball” Test strategy and powerful white-ball lineup make them unpredictable and dangerous.
- Pakistan: Possess some of the world’s most exciting fast-bowling talent. On their day, they can beat any team in the world, especially in home conditions.
- New Zealand (The Black Caps): The perennial dark horses. Known for their sportsmanship, teamwork, and ability to punch above their weight in ICC tournaments.
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