August is entering its final stretch, but the cricket calendar is far from slowing down. With India back in action in Sri Lanka, England and Pakistan continuing their Test battle, and the Women’s Asia Cup beginning in Dubai, the last 10 days of the month have plenty lined up.
For Indian fans, the biggest question is simple: which matches should you actually put on your calendar?
India’s Sri Lanka Test Series Moves To Colombo
India’s second Test against Sri Lanka begins on 23 August at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo. Play is scheduled to start at 10:00 am IST.
The match comes after India’s first Test win in Galle. The series forms part of the World Test Championship, making the Colombo game important for both sides. India entered the series needing a strong run of results to stay in contention for the WTC final.
The series is available to Indian viewers on Sony Sports Network, with online streaming on Sony LIV.
Australia vs Bangladesh: An Early-Morning Test
Another Test begins on 22 August, when Australia face Bangladesh in the second match of their two-Test series.
The match will be played at Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay, Queensland, from 10:00 am local time (AEST). For viewers in India, that means a 5:30 am IST start.
The Test runs from 22 to 26 August, giving fans another long-format contest to follow while the India-Sri Lanka series continues.
England vs Pakistan Return To Lord’s
England and Pakistan will resume their three-Test series on 27 August.
The second Test will take place at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London, with play scheduled to begin at 3:30 pm IST. The match will run until 31 August, subject to the result and playing conditions.
The series has added interest because Joe Root has returned as England captain following Ben Stokes’ retirement from Test cricket. Pakistan will look to challenge England in what is a new phase for the hosts.
For fans in India, the series is being streamed on FanCode. No confirmed Indian television broadcast had been listed for the series.
Women’s Asia Cup Begins On August 28
The month’s biggest women’s cricket tournament also starts before August ends.
The Women’s Asia Cup T20 begins on 28 August in Dubai. Eight teams will take part, with India, Pakistan, Thailand and Hong Kong, China in Group A, while Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, the UAE and Indonesia make up Group B.
India begin their campaign against Thailand on 30 August at the Dubai International Stadium. The match starts at 6:30 pm local time in Dubai, or 8:00 pm IST in India.
India’s squad will not include Jemimah Rodrigues, who was ruled out after suffering a high-grade hamstring tear. Pratika Rawal was named as her replacement.
Indian viewers can stream the tournament on Sony LIV, which lists the ACC Women’s Asia Cup among its live cricket offerings.
Duleep Trophy Adds A Domestic Twist
Indian domestic cricket also gets going on 23 August, with the Duleep Trophy.
The opening quarter-finals will see East Zone face North East Zone and North Zone take on West Zone in Bengaluru. Both matches start at 9:30 am IST and run from 23 to 26 August.
The tournament features several familiar names, including Ruturaj Gaikwad, Prithvi Shaw, Shardul Thakur, Sarfaraz Khan, Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
And There’s Plenty Of T20 Cricket Too
The Delhi Premier League continues through August, with its Qualifier 1 and Eliminator scheduled for 26 August, Qualifier 2 on 28 August, and the final on 30 August at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Fans can stream the tournament on FanCode and JioHotstar.
Meanwhile, the Caribbean Premier League continues with matches throughout the final week of August. FanCode is streaming the tournament in India.
So, whether you prefer India’s Test battle, international cricket, women’s T20 action or domestic talent, the final stretch of August has something worth watching.
TL;DR | News At Glance
What are the biggest cricket matches after August 20?
India play Sri Lanka in Colombo from 23 August, while England face Pakistan at Lord’s from 27 August.
When does India play next?
India face Sri Lanka in the second Test from 23 August at 10:00 am IST.
When does India’s Women’s Asia Cup campaign begin?
India play Thailand on 30 August at 8:00 pm IST in Dubai.
Where can I watch India’s matches online?
India vs Sri Lanka and the Women’s Asia Cup are available on Sony LIV.
Where can I watch England vs Pakistan?
The Test series is available for streaming on FanCode in India.
What domestic cricket starts after August 20?
The Duleep Trophy begins on 23 August in Bengaluru, while the Delhi Premier League reaches its playoffs and final before the month ends.
