England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026
England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 is starting on Tuesday, 21-Jul-2026 and will end on Sunday, 20-Sep-2026. There are a total of 77 matches to be played in it, and a total of 18 teams will play in this series. All the matches of this series will be played in 32 stadiums of England and Wales. You can watch this series live on SONYLIV. The last match of this series will be played on Sunday, 20-Sep-2026. Here you will get the fixture (full schedule) of England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026, and you can also find Teams, Squads, Points Table, Venues, Latest News Updates and Videos.
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The 12th edition of the One Day Cup is scheduled to be played between July 21 and September 20, 2026. Notably, the One Day Cup was launched in 2014, replacing the ECB 40 tournament that ran from 2010 to 2013. The One Day Cup (also known as the 2026 Metro Bank One Day Cup for sponsorship reasons) will be played in a group stage and knockout format, with a total of 77 matches contested among the 18 participating teams.
Key Series Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Cricket Format | 50 overs per side (List A status) |
| Total Teams | 18 First-Class Counties |
| Total Matches | 72 Group Matches + 5 Knockout Matches (77 Total) |
| Match Timings | Standard day matches start at 11:00 AM Local Time |
| Defending Champions | Warwickshire (2025 Winners) |
England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 Teams
The 18 teams will be divided into two groups of nine, and the top three teams from each group will advance to the knockout stage. Worcestershire won the title last season, marking their first victory in the One-Day Cup.
- Group A: Gloucestershire, Kent, Lancashire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire Steelbacks, Nottinghamshire, Somerset, Surrey, Warwickshire
- Group B: Derbyshire Falcons, Durham, Essex, Glamorgan, Hampshire, Middlesex, Sussex, Worcestershire Rapids, Yorkshire
FAQs for England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026
Q-1: When will England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 begin?Answer: England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, 21 July 2026.
Q-2: When will England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 end?Answer: The final match of England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, 20 September 2026.
Q-3: How many matches are scheduled in England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026?Answer: England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 includes 77 matches. The matches will be played in 3 format(s).
Q-4: How many teams will play in England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026?Answer: 18 teams will take part in England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026. The complete team list is available on the series teams page.
Q-5: How many venues will host England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 matches?Answer: England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 matches will be played at 32 venue(s). Full venue details are available on the series venues page.
Q-6: Which country will host England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026?Answer: England and Wales will host England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026.
Q-7: What match formats will be played in England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026?Answer: England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 will include 3 format(s).
Q-8: Where can I watch live matches of England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026?Answer: Live coverage of England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 will be available on SonyLIV. Broadcast availability may vary by region.
Q-9: Where can I find the complete England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 schedule?Answer: The complete England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026 fixture, including match dates, timings and updates, is available on the series fixture page.
