The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to be one of the biggest cricketing spectacles in history. Hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka, the tournament will feature 20 teams, 55 matches, and a month of non-stop T20 action from 7 February to 8 March 2026.
📅 Tournament Overview | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Dates | 7 February – 8 March 2026 |
| Hosts | India & Sri Lanka |
| Total Teams | 20 |
| Total Matches | 55 |
| Format | Group Stage → Super 8 → Semi-Final → Final |
| Defending Champion | India (2024 Winner) |
🌍 Participating Teams (20 Teams)
🏏 Team List
Asia:
India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Nepal, UAE, Oman
Europe:
England, Ireland, Netherlands, Italy
Africa:
South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia
Americas:
USA, Canada
Oceania:
Australia, New Zealand
Caribbean:
West Indies
📊 Group Stage – Groups & Tables
Group- A
| Team |
|---|
| India |
| Pakistan |
| USA |
| Namibia |
| Netherlands |
Group B
| Team |
|---|
| Australia |
| Sri Lanka |
| Zimbabwe |
| Ireland |
| Oman |
Group- C
| Team |
|---|
| England |
| West Indies |
| Bangladesh |
| Nepal |
| Italy |
Group D
| Team |
|---|
| South Africa |
| New Zealand |
| Afghanistan |
| Canada |
| UAE |
📅 Match Schedule (Group Stage – Sample Fixtures) | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
⚠️ ICC releases final fixture times closer to the event. Below is the officially structured schedule format (IST).
| Date | Time (IST) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | India vs USA | Mumbai |
| 8 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | England vs Nepal | Mumbai |
| 9 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | South Africa vs Canada | Ahmedabad |
| 12 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | India vs Namibia | Delhi |
| 15 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | India vs Pakistan | Colombo |
🔁 Super 8 & Knockout Stage
Super 8
- Top 2 teams from each group
- Divided into 2 Super 8 groups
- Round-robin matches
Semi-Finals
- 4 March 2026
- 5 March 2026
🏆 Final Match
- 8 March 2026
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
(Alternate: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo)
🏟 Venues & Host Cities
🇮🇳 India
- Narendra Modi Stadium – Ahmedabad
- Wankhede Stadium – Mumbai
- Eden Gardens – Kolkata
- MA Chidambaram Stadium – Chennai
- Arun Jaitley Stadium – Delhi
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
- R. Premadasa Stadium – Colombo
- Sinhalese Sports Club – Colombo
- Pallekele Stadium – Kandy
📺 Broadcast, Live Streaming & OTT Details
🇮🇳 India
| Platform | Details |
|---|---|
| TV Channels | Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, Star Sports Hindi |
| OTT Streaming | Disney+ Hotstar / JioCinema (subject to final rights) |
| Languages | English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada |
🌍 International Broadcast
| Region | Channel / OTT |
|---|---|
| UK | Sky Sports |
| Australia | Fox Sports, Kayo Sports |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV, ESPN+ |
| Africa | SuperSport |
| Global | ICC.tv (select regions) |
🔥 Key Matches to Watch
- 🇮🇳 India vs Pakistan
- 🇦🇺 Australia vs England
- 🇿🇦 South Africa vs New Zealand
- 🏆 Semi-Finals & Final
📌 Conclusion
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will redefine T20 cricket with high-octane matches, legendary rivalries, and next-generation stars. With matches hosted across India and Sri Lanka, massive global viewership, and top-class broadcasting, this World Cup is set to be a record-breaking event.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions – ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
1️⃣ When will ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 start?
English:
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will start on 7 February 2026, and the final match will be played on 8 March 2026.
हिंदी:
ICC पुरुष T20 वर्ल्ड कप 2026 की शुरुआत 7 फरवरी 2026 से होगी और फाइनल मैच 8 मार्च 2026 को खेला जाएगा।
2️⃣ Which countries will host the T20 World Cup 2026?
English:
The ICC Men T20 World Cup 2026 will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
हिंदी:
ICC पुरुष T20 वर्ल्ड कप 2026 की मेज़बानी भारत और श्रीलंका मिलकर करेंगे।
3️⃣ How many teams are participating in T20 World Cup 2026?
English:
A total of 20 international teams will participate in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
हिंदी:
ICC पुरुष T20 वर्ल्ड कप 2026 में कुल 20 अंतरराष्ट्रीय टीमें भाग लेंगी।
4️⃣ How many matches will be played in ICC T20 World Cup 2026?
English:
The tournament will feature 55 matches, including group stage, Super 8, semi-finals, and final.
हिंदी:
ICC T20 वर्ल्ड कप 2026 में कुल 55 मैच खेले जाएंगे, जिनमें ग्रुप स्टेज, सुपर-8, सेमीफाइनल और फाइनल शामिल हैं।
5️⃣ Which teams are in India’s group in T20 World Cup 2026?
English:
India is placed in Group A along with Pakistan, USA, Namibia, and Netherlands.
हिंदी:
टीम इंडिया को ग्रुप A में रखा गया है, जिसमें पाकिस्तान, अमेरिका, नामीबिया और नीदरलैंड्स शामिल हैं।
6️⃣ When will India vs Pakistan match be played in T20 World Cup 2026?
English:
The India vs Pakistan match is expected to be played in mid-February 2026 at a neutral venue in Sri Lanka.
हिंदी:
भारत बनाम पाकिस्तान मैच फरवरी 2026 के मध्य में श्रीलंका के न्यूट्रल वेन्यू पर खेले जाने की संभावना है।
7️⃣ Where will the final of T20 World Cup 2026 be played?
English:
The final will be played at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, with Colombo as the alternate venue.
हिंदी:
T20 वर्ल्ड कप 2026 का फाइनल मैच नरेंद्र मोदी स्टेडियम, अहमदाबाद में होगा, जबकि कोलंबो वैकल्पिक स्थल रहेगा।
8️⃣ Which TV channels will broadcast T20 World Cup 2026 in India?
English:
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network in India.
हिंदी:
भारत में ICC पुरुष T20 वर्ल्ड कप 2026 का लाइव प्रसारण Star Sports नेटवर्क पर किया जाएगा।
9️⃣ Where can I watch T20 World Cup 2026 live streaming online?
English:
Live streaming of T20 World Cup 2026 will be available on Disney+ Hotstar or JioCinema, subject to official broadcast rights.
हिंदी:
T20 वर्ल्ड कप 2026 की लाइव स्ट्रीमिंग Disney+ Hotstar या JioCinema पर उपलब्ध होगी (ब्रॉडकास्ट अधिकारों के अनुसार)।
🔟 In which languages will T20 World Cup be available?
English:
The matches will be available in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.
हिंदी:
T20 वर्ल्ड कप 2026 के मैच अंग्रेज़ी, हिंदी, तमिल, तेलुगु और कन्नड़ भाषाओं में उपलब्ध होंगे।
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