Ashes 2027 Schedule Confirmed for Both Men’s and Women’s Series

England’s cricketing calendar for 2027 features a rare double‑header: the men’s and women’s Ashes will be contested on home soil at the same time, each side aiming to rewrite recent history against their long‑standing rivals, Australia. For the men’s team, the series is a chance to exact revenge after the humiliating 4‑1 defeat suffered in the 2025‑26 tour of Australia. The campaign kicks off at Trent Bridge in Nottingham with the opening Test slated for 18 June, running through to 22 June.

After a short break, the second Test moves to the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London, where the hosts will try to build momentum from 30 June to 4 July. The third encounter follows at Edgbaston in Birmingham from 8 to 12 July, offering another classic venue to press the Australians. A historic twist arrives with the fourth Test, which will be staged for the first time at the Utilita Bowl in Southampton. From 21 to 25 July, this modern stadium will host a traditional five‑day Ashes match, marking a significant milestone in English cricket’s use of newer venues for the sport’s most prestigious contests.

The series will close at the Kia Oval in London, with the final Test running from 29 July to 2 August. Throughout these fixtures, England will be intent on reclaiming the urn and ending the sting of their recent drubbing. In preparation for the Ashes, England’s men will first host Pakistan for a five‑match One‑Day International (ODI) series between 15 and 26 May.

These games will provide valuable limited‑overs practice and a chance to fine‑tune the squad’s balance ahead of the Test marathon. Following the Pakistan series, a solitary Test against Bangladesh will be played at Lord’s from 28 May, offering a final opportunity to test the team’s form and resolve before the Ashes begin.

The summer schedule does not end with the Ashes. England will conclude the season with a comprehensive white‑ball showdown against New Zealand, beginning on 7 September. This eight‑match series comprises three ODIs and five Twenty‑20 Internationals, with the final match set for 25 September. The inclusion of both formats ensures that England’s limited‑overs side remains sharp heading into the next international window.

On the women’s side, the stakes are equally high. After being swept 16‑0 in the 2025 series in Australia, the England Women’s team are eager to break a 13‑year Ashes drought. Their campaign opens with a one‑off Test at Headingley in Leeds from 24 to 27 June. This match will set the tone for the multi‑format series that follows, giving the hosts a chance to regain confidence and test their skills in the longest form of the game.

The series then shifts to the shorter formats. The first Women’s T20 International will be played at Trent Bridge on 3 July, followed by a second T20I at the Kia Oval on 6 July and a third at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester on 9 July. These three matches will test the squad’s adaptability and provide a platform for explosive, high‑scoring cricket that can swing the series momentum. The concluding leg of the Women’s Ashes consists of three ODIs, scheduled at the Utilita Bowl in Southampton on 13 July, at Lord’s on 16 July, and finally at Edgbaston on 20 July.

Each venue offers a distinct atmosphere, from the coastal backdrop of Southampton to the historic grandeur of Lord’s and the bustling energy of Birmingham. All fixtures are listed in UK and Ireland local time, ensuring fans across the British Isles can follow the action live. The detailed timetable is as follows: Men’s Tests - 1st Test: 18‑22 June, Trent Bridge, Nottingham - 2nd Test: 30 June‑4 July, Lord’s, London - 3rd Test: 8‑12 July, Edgbaston, Birmingham - 4th Test: 21‑25 July, Utilita Bowl, Southampton - 5th Test: 29 July‑2 August, Kia Oval, London Women’s Matches - 1st Test: 24‑27 June, Headingley, Leeds - 1st T20I: 3 July, Trent Bridge, Nottingham - 2nd T20I: 6 July, Kia Oval, London - 3rd T20I: 9 July, Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester - 1st ODI: 13 July, Utilita Bowl, Southampton - 2nd ODI: 16 July, Lord’s, London - 3rd ODI: 20 July, Edgbaston, Birmingham Beyond the fixtures, the 2027 Ashes represent a pivotal moment for English cricket. For the men, it is a chance to restore pride after a demoralising overseas defeat, while for the women, it offers an opportunity to end a long‑standing drought and re‑establish England as a dominant force in the sport.

The simultaneous scheduling of both series highlights the growing parity and shared ambition within the English cricketing establishment. Fans can look forward to a summer packed with high‑intensity cricket, historic venues, and the ever‑present drama of the Ashes rivalry, promising memorable moments for both the players and supporters alike.