New Zealand National Cricket Team Schedule 2025–2027 | NZ Cricket Team Fixtures & Upcoming Matches
The New Zealand National Cricket Team has a jam-packed schedule lined up for the 2025–2027 period. Under the ICC Future Tour Program (FTP), the Black Caps will play several exciting home and away series across formats, facing top cricketing nations like India, Australia, England, and Pakistan.
Below is the complete New Zealand cricket team schedule, featuring fixtures, venues, and tournament details for the next two years.
New Zealand Future Tour Programs (FTP) 2025–2027
| Month | Tournament Details | Matches | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 – Jan 2026 | KFC Big Bash 2025–26 | 44 T20 Matches | Australia |
| January 2026 | New Zealand Tour of India 2026 | 3 ODI, 5 T20 | India |
| February 2026 | New Zealand Tour of Afghanistan 2026 | 3 T20 | Afghanistan |
| April 2026 | New Zealand Tour of Bangladesh 2026 | 3 ODI, 3 T20 | Bangladesh |
| May 2026 | New Zealand Tour of Ireland 2026 | 1 Test | Ireland |
| June 2026 | New Zealand Tour of England 2026 | 3 Test | England |
| July 2026 | New Zealand Tour of West Indies 2026 | 3 ODI, 3 T20 | West Indies |
| Oct – Nov 2026 | India Tour of New Zealand 2026 | 2 Test, 3 ODI, 5 T20 | New Zealand |
| Dec 2026 – Jan 2027 | New Zealand Tour of Australia 2026–27 | 3 Test | Australia |
| Jan – Feb 2027 | Sri Lanka Tour of New Zealand 2027 | 2 Test, 3 ODI, 3 T20 | New Zealand |
| March 2027 | New Zealand Tour of Pakistan 2027 | 2 Test | Pakistan |
1. Early 2026: Busy Overseas Schedule
New Zealand’s 2026 season begins with participation in the KFC Big Bash League in Australia, where top Kiwi stars like Kane Williamson and Trent Boult are expected to feature.
After that, New Zealand will head to India in January 2026 for a thrilling 3-match ODI and 5-match T20I series — a marquee event for cricket fans worldwide.
2. Asia Tours: Afghanistan & Bangladesh
In February 2026, New Zealand will tour Afghanistan for a 3-match T20 series. This will test their adaptability in spin-friendly conditions.
Following that, in April 2026, the Black Caps will play 3 ODIs and 3 T20Is in Bangladesh — a tour crucial for preparing for subcontinent conditions ahead of the next ICC tournaments.
3. European Series: Ireland & England
New Zealand will continue their European journey in May 2026, facing Ireland in a one-off Test in Dublin.
Then, in June 2026, they will play a 3-match Test series against England, a classic rivalry known for competitive cricket and challenging seaming conditions.
4. Caribbean & Home Series: West Indies & India
In July 2026, New Zealand will tour the West Indies for 3 ODIs and 3 T20s, offering fans a taste of entertaining, fast-paced cricket.
After that, they return home to host India in October–November 2026 for an action-packed series including 2 Tests, 3 ODIs, and 5 T20Is — one of the highlights of their calendar.
5. End of Year Action: Australia & Sri Lanka
To close out 2026, New Zealand will embark on another high-stakes tour to Australia for 3 Test matches. The Trans-Tasman rivalry always delivers fiery cricket, especially in the longest format.
Then, in January–February 2027, they will host Sri Lanka for a full-format series (2 Tests, 3 ODIs, 3 T20s) at home.
6. Early 2027: Pakistan Tour
In March 2027, New Zealand will travel to Pakistan for a 2-Test series, rounding off their FTP cycle with another challenging subcontinent assignment.
About ICC Future Tour Program (FTP)
The ICC Future Tour Program (FTP) ensures that every Test-playing nation plays at least two bilateral series — one home and one away — against every other Test nation within a 10-year period.
Boards can mutually decide to add more series or change schedules based on logistics and commercial agreements.
If safety or travel concerns arise, the series can be shifted to neutral venues such as the UAE, as seen in the past with Pakistan hosting their “home” matches there.
Conclusion
The New Zealand national cricket team schedule (2025–2027) is packed with global tours across all major cricketing nations. From Tests in England and Australia to limited-overs contests in Asia and the Caribbean, the Black Caps are set for an action-filled period.
With stars like Kane Williamson, Devon Conway, Daryl Mitchell, and Lockie Ferguson leading the charge, fans can look forward to thrilling cricket, competitive rivalries, and memorable performances throughout the upcoming seasons.
- Read more:
- Afghanistan National Cricket Team Schedule (2025–2027) | Afghanistan Cricket Team Fixtures & Next Matches
- Pakistan Cricket Schedule Upcoming (2025–2027) | Pakistan National Cricket Team Fixtures and Future Tour Program
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