Pakistan to Host Sri Lanka and England for Cricket Series

Aug 19, 2026

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Aug 19, 2026 12:32

Pakistan to host Sri Lanka and England for T20Is, ODI tri-series and Tests

## Pakistan's Busy Cricket Season

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled plans for an eventful home cricket season, featuring tours by Sri Lanka and England. The schedule includes T20 Internationals, an ODI tri-series, and Test matches, running from October 9 to November 21.

## T20I Series Against Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka will kick off their tour with a three-match T20I series in Rawalpindi from October 9 to 13. This series marks the beginning of a packed cricket calendar for Pakistan.

## ODI Tri-Series

Following the T20Is, England will join Sri Lanka and Pakistan for an ODI tri-series. Matches will be held in Rawalpindi and Lahore from October 18 to 31. The series will start with Pakistan facing Sri Lanka on October 18, followed by Pakistan vs. England on October 20. The final is set for October 31 in Lahore.

## Test Series

After the tri-series, Sri Lanka will stay on for a two-Test series, part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27. The first Test is scheduled in Rawalpindi from November 9 to 13, and the second in Lahore from November 17 to 21.

This series is Pakistan's second home Test assignment in the current championship cycle, following South Africa's tour last year.

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