The Austria tour of Germany 2026 is a five-match T20 International series that brings together two of Europe’s emerging cricket nations from May 1–3, 2026.
Hosted at the Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground in Krefeld, this ICC-ranked series carries significant weight, especially for Austria, who are using it as a final tune-up before a crucial World Cup qualifier campaign.
Here’s everything you need to know about the GER vs AUT T20I series 2026.
Austria Tour of Germany 2026 – Full Match Schedule
All five T20Is are packed into just three days, with two double-headers on May 1 and May 2.
| Match | Date | Start Time (IST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I – GER vs AUT | May 1, 2026 | 2:30 PM | Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground, Krefeld |
| 2nd T20I – GER vs AUT | May 1, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground, Krefeld |
| 3rd T20I – AUT vs GER | May 2, 2026 | 2:30 PM | Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground, Krefeld |
| 4th T20I – AUT vs GER | May 2, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground, Krefeld |
| 5th T20I – GER vs AUT | May 3, 2026 | 2:30 PM | Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground, Krefeld |
Series Format: GER vs AUT T20I 2026
- Format: T20 International (T20I)
- Number of Matches: 5 T20Is
- ICC Ranking Points: Yes — this series carries official ICC T20I team ranking points
- Duration: May 1–3, 2026 (3 days)
Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground, Krefeld Venue
All five matches of the Austria tour of Germany 2026 will be played at the Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground in Krefeld, Germany. This is one of the few ICC-recognised cricket grounds in Germany and has previously hosted international T20 fixtures.
Key Venue Facts:
- Location: Krefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- Type: Outdoor turf ground
- Matches Hosted: Multiple ICC-sanctioned T20Is
- Ticket Info: No official ticketing portal has been announced yet — fans are advised to follow Cricket Germany’s official social media pages for updates
Germany vs Austria 2026 Teams & Squads
Germany Cricket Squad for Austria Tour 2026
This marks Germany’s first international assignment of 2026, following their last appearance in July 2025 during the Quadrangular T20I series in Malawi. Aqib Iqbal leads the side.
- Batters: Zeshan Arif, Armaan Randhawa
- All-Rounders: Aqib Iqbal (c), Bilal Zalmai, Imran Asif, Irfan Safi
- Wicket-Keeper: Amar Naeem
- Bowlers: Umair Tariq, Mohamad Waqar Zalmai, Baseer Khan, Karanbir Singh, Nageebullah Sultanzai
- Others: Zeeshan Goraya, Kumud Jha
Austria Cricket Squad for Germany Tour 2026
Austria arrive with high intent, using this series as the final sharpener before the 2028 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Europe Sub-regional Qualifier A in Cyprus. Harmanjot Singh captains the squad.
- Batters: Harmanjot Singh (c), Musaddiq Ahmed, Jatinder Kumar, Shahid Afridi, Ben Kohler-Cadmore
- All-Rounders: Nooruddin Mujadady, Adil Khan
- Wicket-Keeper: Sachin Mandy Gangareddy
- Bowlers: Sajid Liaqat, Hamid Wardak, Muslim Yar Ashraf, Fayaz Khan Nasseri, Ghulam Rasul Ahmadi
Series Importance & Context
Why This Series Matters:
- For Austria: This is a crucial preparatory series before the 2028 ICC T20 World Cup Europe Sub-regional Qualifier A in Cyprus. Every match is a chance to sharpen their form and combinations.
- For Germany: This is their first international outing in 2026, a chance to rebuild momentum and prepare for the Europe Sub-regional Qualifier C in Finland in August.
- ICC Ranking Impact: With official ICC T20I ranking points on the line, both teams have strong motivation to dominate.
Head-to-Head (Last 5 T20Is): Germany have dominated recent encounters, winning four of the last five T20Is against Austria, with the most emphatic victory being a 9-wicket win in July 2023. Austria’s last win over Germany came in June 2022.
How to Watch Austria Tour of Germany 2026 Live
Live Streaming Platforms:
- FanCode (India) — FanCode is confirmed to stream the Austria tour of Germany 2026 T20Is live, with a Watch Along feature for fans
- ESPNcricinfo — Live scorecards and ball-by-ball commentary available
- Cricbuzz — Live scores and match updates
No free broadcast TV channel has been confirmed for this series. Fans in Germany and Austria are advised to check local sports streaming platforms for regional availability.
Conclusion: Austria tour of Germany 2026 Will Kickoff From May 1
The Austria tour of Germany 2026 is a compact but high-stakes T20 series that will help shape both nations’ ICC ranking trajectories.
With all five matches at the Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground in Krefeld and ICC ranking points at play, expect competitive cricket from both sides. Whether you’re rooting for Germany to continue their dominance or Austria to upset the odds ahead of their World Cup qualifier, this is a series worth following closely.
