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Cricket Australia considers Ashes Test series in India with ECB and BCCI agreement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 5:13 PM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Cricket Australia considers Ashes Test series in India with ECB and BCCI agreement

Summary

Cricket Australia expressed willingness to host an Ashes Test series in India, contingent on agreements with the England and Wales Cricket Board and the Board of Control for Cricket in India. This proposal emerges amidst Cricket Australia's plans to expand the Big Bash League into India, aiming to strengthen ties with Indian audiences. Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg noted the potential to rekindle interest in Test cricket through a new location for the storied rivalry. A standalone Test in March 2027 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground is already scheduled to mark a significant anniversary for the Ashes.

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Key Details

•Cricket Australia is open to an Ashes Test in India.
•Decision depends on ECB and BCCI mutual agreement.
•The movement follows the expansion of the Big Bash League into India.
•An Ashes Test in India could attract significant public interest.
•A standalone Test is planned for March 2027 in Australia.

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5:13 PMYahoo Sports — Ashes in India: Cricket Australia ready to play vs England on Indian soil in future provided ECB and BCCI agrees

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Cricket Australia is open to hosting or playing an Ashes Test series against England in India, subject to mutual agreement between the ECB and BCCI.
— Yahoo Sports

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