First international match of each Test-playing nation in 2020

Bangladesh tour of Pakistan (January - unconfirmed)

Pakistan v Bangladesh - ICC Cricket World Cup 2019

Bangladesh are likely to play three T20Is and two Tests against Pakistan in January 2020. The venues and the dates for the series are still under discussion. However, there is uncertainty over the tour. BCB president Nazmul Hassan has admitted that some players are unsure of touring Pakistan.

If the series doesn't go ahead...

Pakistan will play their first international game of 2020 against the Netherlands at Amstelveen on July 4. This will be the first ODI of a three-match series. The other two games will also be played at the same venue on July 7 and 9. After that, Pakistan will feature in a two-match T20I series against Ireland on July 12 and 14. This will be followed by the first of three Tests against England at Lord’s on July 30.

Bangladesh v Ireland (File Pic)

On the other hand, Bangladesh will take on Ireland in their first international game of 2020 at Belfast on May 14. This will be the first ODI of a three-match series. The second and third games will also be held at the same venue on May 16 and May 19.

Afghanistan (17th Match, Super 12 Group 2, World T20 at Perth - October 26)

Afghanistan may directly be seen in the World T20

As per the current schedule, Afghanistan’s first international match of 2020 will be held directly on October 26. This will be the 17th match of the ICC World T20 to be played at Perth on October 26. Afghanistan will take on an undecided opponent in the Super 12 Group 2 match.