Cricket Australia considers hosting Ashes Test in India for 150th anniversary
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 10:22 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Cricket Australia is exploring the potential of staging the 150th anniversary Ashes Test in India. This discussion highlights the growing significance of the Indian cricket market. An Australia vs. England Test is scheduled for March 2027 to mark the milestone, but the idea of relocating the match to India is being considered. Cricket Australia's chief executive Todd Greenberg cited strong ties with the England and Wales Cricket Board and the Board of Control for Cricket in India, although scheduling challenges persist due to India’s full cricket calendar. In addition, a Big Bash League match is set for Chennai in December, further indicating Australia’s strategic engagement with Indian cricket fans.
- •Cricket Australia mulls 150th Ashes Test in India.
- •Scheduled Test between Australia and England in March 2027.
- •Strong ties with ECB and BCCI facilitate discussions.
- •Scheduling challenges due to India's busy cricket calendar.
- •Big Bash League to host a game in Chennai this December.
- 10:22 AMYahoo Sports — Ashes in India? Cricket Australia leaves door open for landmark 150th Test
"Cricket Australia is open to staging the 150th anniversary Ashes Test in India. This reflects the growing importance of the Indian cricket market globally. The Big Bash League will also stage a match in Chennai this December. Hosting a marquee contest in India offers significant commercial opportunities. Scheduling challenges exist due to India's packed cricket calendar.
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