The Bangladesh cricket team is set to embark on a comprehensive tour of South Africa this November–December, featuring a full slate of international matches across all formats. The tour will include a two-match Test series, followed by three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). Notably, Bangladesh will return to play a Test match in Centurion after an 18-year hiatus.
The campaign begins on 15 November with the first Test in Johannesburg, followed by the second Test in Centurion from 23 November. Once the red-ball series concludes, attention will shift to white-ball cricket. The ODI series will take place from 1 to 7 December in East London, Gqeberha, and Cape Town, while the T20I series is scheduled between 10 and 13 December in Kimberley, Benoni, and Centurion.
The itinerary was officially released on Monday, detailing that South Africa will host Bangladesh before entering their home fixtures against England. The Proteas will face England in a three-match Test series, followed by a three-match ODI series to round off the domestic season.
South Africa enters this series in fine form, having impressed in the ongoing T20 World Cup. They secured a dominant 76-run victory over defending champions India in the Super Eight stage, demonstrating the depth and potency of their squad. Riding this momentum, the South African Cricket Board has now unveiled their full international schedule for the 2026–27 season.
Bangladesh Tour of South Africa – Schedule Overview
| Date | Match Format | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 15–19 Nov 2026 | 1st Test | Johannesburg |
| 23–27 Nov 2026 | 2nd Test | Centurion |
| 1 Dec 2026 | 1st ODI | East London |
| 4 Dec 2026 | 2nd ODI | Gqeberha |
| 7 Dec 2026 | 3rd ODI | Cape Town |
| 10 Dec 2026 | 1st T20I | Kimberley |
| 12 Dec 2026 | 2nd T20I | Benoni |
| 13 Dec 2026 | 3rd T20I | Centurion |
This tour offers Bangladesh a valuable opportunity to test themselves in South African conditions across formats, while South Africa looks to maintain their winning momentum ahead of a challenging season at home. Cricket fans can expect a thrilling series packed with competitive contests, historic milestones, and high-quality cricket from both sides.
