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Cricket Australia Eyes India as Venue for Future Ashes Tests
✍️ Rediff
🗓 24 Jul 2026, 01:18 PM
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Cricket Australia is considering hosting future Ashes Tests in India, citing a growing fan base and high‑quality pitches as key reasons.
Cricket Australia has announced its interest in staging future Ashes Tests in India, a move that would mark a significant shift in the traditional England‑Australia rivalry.
The decision is driven by India’s expanding cricket audience and the country’s reputation for well‑maintained pitches that can accommodate the demands of a Test match.
India has already hosted a number of high‑profile international fixtures, and the Board believes that a series against Australia would boost commercial opportunities and fan engagement.
While the proposal is still under discussion, Cricket Australia’s officials have expressed optimism that the partnership could bring mutual benefits to both cricketing nations.
The next steps will involve detailed negotiations with the Board of Control for Cricket in India and logistical planning to ensure the series meets the standards expected by both boards and broadcasters.
The decision is driven by India’s expanding cricket audience and the country’s reputation for well‑maintained pitches that can accommodate the demands of a Test match.
India has already hosted a number of high‑profile international fixtures, and the Board believes that a series against Australia would boost commercial opportunities and fan engagement.
While the proposal is still under discussion, Cricket Australia’s officials have expressed optimism that the partnership could bring mutual benefits to both cricketing nations.
The next steps will involve detailed negotiations with the Board of Control for Cricket in India and logistical planning to ensure the series meets the standards expected by both boards and broadcasters.