The schedule for the 2027 Asia Cup has been revealed, with Bangladesh set to host the continental tournament from June 18 to July 4 next year. As per Cricbuzz, the competition will be played across Mirpur, Chattogram, and Sylhet, with the final slated for July 4. Unlike the previous edition, the 2027 tournament will be contested in the 50-over ODI format, aligning with the ODI World Cup scheduled later that year.
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has already sought logistical details from the Bangladesh Cricket Board as preparations gather pace. While Mirpur has been confirmed as one of the venues, a final decision on all match venues is expected in the coming days.
The 2027 edition will take place earlier in the calendar compared to the 2025 Asia Cup, which was held in September. The shift to June is seen as part of the build-up to the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Bangladesh last staged the Asia Cup in 2016, when the hosts advanced to the final before losing to India by eight wickets. The upcoming tournament will also be the first major multi-nation event hosted by Bangladesh under the leadership of newly appointed Bangladesh Cricket Board president Tamim Iqbal.
Meanwhile, there has also been an update on India’s proposed tour of Bangladesh. Ibrahim, son of Bangladesh Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed, said that the visiting Indian team would receive enhanced security arrangements if required. However, he added that discussions with the BCCI over a bilateral series have not yet resulted in any concrete agreement.
