Ranji, Duleep & More: BCCI Announces Busy Cricket Season

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has officially announced the domestic cricket calendar for the 2026–27 season, featuring a total of 1,788 matches across men’s, women’s, and various age-group categories. The season will begin with the Duleep Trophy scheduled from August 23, followed by the Irani Trophy starting October 1.

The first phase of the Ranji Trophy will run from October 11 to November 5, while the second phase is scheduled between January 17 and March 3. The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy will begin on November 14, and the Vijay Hazare Trophy will commence on December 14, marking a packed domestic season.