Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Cricket Australia Open to Ashes Test in India
Cricket Australia's CEO, Todd Greenberg, has expressed openness to the idea of hosting an Ashes Test match in India.
This proposal aims to leverage the large market potential in India and provide more cricket content.
The last Ashes series was in 2025-26, and the next one is scheduled for 2027.
While the idea is being considered, there are challenges such as scheduling conflicts and the impact of monsoons.
The BCCI has not yet commented on the proposal.
Additionally, the Big Bash League will make its debut in India later this year, with a match in Chennai.
The ECB has noted that high-value broadcast series, like those involving India, are crucial for their revenue.
Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg is open to hosting an Ashes Test in India.
The proposal aims to capitalize on the lucrative Indian market for more cricket content.
The last Ashes series was in 2025-26, with the next one scheduled for 2027.
Challenges include scheduling conflicts and the impact of monsoons on the playing conditions.
The BCCI has not yet commented on the proposal.
- Who
- Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg
- What
- Consideration of hosting an Ashes Test in India
- When
- Near future, potentially during the 2029 Ashes cycle
- Where
- India
- Why
- To capitalize on the lucrative Indian market and provide more content
Proponents of Ashes in India
Challenges and Concerns
Market Potential
Proponents of Ashes in India
Cricket Australia sees significant market potential in India, aiming to capitalize on the lucrative market for more content.
Challenges and Concerns
The Indian time zone would require early starts for English fans, and finding a suitable slot in the cricket calendar is challenging due to monsoons and existing commitments.
Logistical Feasibility
Proponents of Ashes in India
The strong relationships between Cricket Australia, the ECB, and the BCCI could facilitate such an event.
Challenges and Concerns
Logistical challenges include scheduling conflicts and the impact of monsoons on the playing conditions.
- Cricket Australia CEO
- Todd Greenberg
- Last Ashes Series
- 2025-26 winter
- Next Ashes Series
- 2027 English summer
- Upcoming One-off Test
- March 2024 at Melbourne Cricket Ground
- BBL India Debut
- Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium
- ECB Revenue Source
- High-value broadcast series