India has officially entered a new era in white-ball cricket, with Shubman Gill taking over as the ODI captain, succeeding Rohit Sharma. The young opener’s promotion marks the beginning of a generational shift in Indian cricket as the team prepares for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup, set to be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

With the announcement of India’s upcoming ODI schedule, the big question among fans is: how many ODI matches will Shubman Gill lead India in before the 2027 World Cup?

India’s ODI Schedule Before World Cup 2027

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Here’s the complete list of India’s ODI series leading up to the global event:

October-November 2025 - Tour of Australia (Away)

November-December 2025 - South Africa (Home)

January 2026 - New Zealand (Home)

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