Bangladesh Eyes Chelmsford Test Against Ireland
The Bangladesh Cricket Board hopes to stage a one-off Test against Ireland at Chelmsford in 2027, though no formal announcement has been made.
Updated on Nov. 11, 2026 in Baseball
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has expressed hope for a one-off Test against Ireland at Chelmsford County Cricket Ground in 2027. Chelmsford has previously hosted One Day Internationals but has never staged a Test match.
Why it matters
A Test at Chelmsford would mark the first time the venue hosts the longest format of the game, expanding its role in the sport. The proposal remains subject to a formal announcement by Cricket Ireland, and discussions between the two boards are ongoing.
The confirmed Lord's Test against England runs May 28 to June 1, 2027, and marks Bangladesh's first appearance at the ground in 17 years. The Chelmsford fixture against Ireland has no confirmed dates and awaits a formal announcement from Cricket Ireland.
The players
Bangladesh Cricket Board
The governing body for cricket in Bangladesh, responsible for organizing the national team's tours and fixtures.
England and Wales Cricket Board
The governing body for cricket in England and Wales, which confirmed the Lord's Test against Bangladesh.
Cricket Ireland
The governing body for cricket in Ireland, whose formal announcement is required for the proposed Chelmsford fixture.
The details
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has proposed a one-off Test against Ireland at Chelmsford County Cricket Ground, a venue that has previously hosted One Day Internationals. Separately, the England and Wales Cricket Board has confirmed a one-off Test against Bangladesh at Lord's.
Timeline
2005: Bangladesh's first Test tour of England.
2010: Bangladesh's previous visit to Lord's.
November 11, 2026: The Bangladesh Cricket Board expressed hope for the Chelmsford Test.
May 28 to June 1, 2027: Confirmed Lord's Test against England.
Season Trajectory
The 2027 schedule adds a third Test tour of England to Bangladesh's record, following visits in 2005 and 2010. A Chelmsford Test would also extend the list of English venues that host Test cricket beyond the traditional grounds.
Cricket fans planning to attend a Test at Lord's should note the confirmed May 28 to June 1, 2027 dates. The Chelmsford fixture has no confirmed schedule, so fans should wait for an official announcement before making travel plans.
The takeaway
Fixtures like these depend on formal announcements from national boards, so fans should follow official cricket governing body channels for confirmed dates rather than relying on proposals.
What happens next
Cricket Ireland is expected to make a formal announcement on the Chelmsford fixture, though no date has been confirmed.
Further reading
For more context on international scheduling, browse the Baseball section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by CricTracker.
