# Sky Sports shows England's South Africa tour this winter

> Sky Sports starts live coverage of England's first Test tour of South Africa in seven years this winter.
- Title: Sky Sports shows England's South Africa tour this winter
- Summary: Sky Sports starts live coverage of England's first Test tour of South Africa in seven years this winter. England plays South Africa in three Tests and three…
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- Source: Sky Sports — https://skysports.com/cricket/news/12040/13590791/sky-sports-to-show-england-mens-tour-of-south-africa-this-winter-plus-australia-mens-tour-in-coming-weeks
- Published: 2026-09-23T16:30:00+00:00
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- Topics: sky sports, england cricket, south africa, test series, odi series, icm men's world cup 2027, cricket tour, sports
## New partnership
Sky Sports and Cricket South Africa extend their broadcast deal for England's first Test tour of South Africa in seven years.
## England's tour dates
England plays South Africa in three Tests and three ODIs across December and January 2026/2027.
## Stephen Fleming's first series
Stephen Fleming begins his first series as England men's Test head coach with the South Africa tour.
## ICC Men's World Cup 2027
England prepares for the ICC Men's World Cup 2027 in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia in October and November 2027.
## Australia tour starts
Australia begins their three-ODI tour of South Africa on September 24 with the first ODI in Durban.
## Women's tours
India Women and Australia Women tour South Africa in December and March 2027 with multiple matches.
## Key takeaway

England plays South Africa in three Tests and three ODIs in December and January 2026/2027.