The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is just around the corner, and the schedule has been officially announced! The tournament will take place from 7 February to 8 March 2026 and will feature 20 teams competing for the prestigious T20 crown. Hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the event promises to be one of the most exciting cricket tournaments ever.
Tournament Format and Groups
The competition will start with the Group Stage, followed by the Super 8s, and then the Knockout rounds, including the semifinals and final. The tournament will be played in 8 different venues across India and Sri Lanka, with some of the most iconic cricket stadiums hosting these epic battles.
Here’s the breakdown of the groups for the 2026 T20 World Cup:
- Group A: India, Pakistan, USA, Netherlands, Namibia
- Group B: Australia, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, Ireland, Oman
- Group C: England, West Indies, Bangladesh, Italy, Nepal
- Group D: South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan, Canada, UAE
Key Matches You Can’t Miss
- India vs Pakistan: One of the most anticipated matches of the tournament will be India vs Pakistan, scheduled for 15 February 2026 in Colombo. The intense rivalry between these two teams is always a spectacle.
- Opening Match: The tournament will kick off with a thrilling match between Pakistan and Netherlands on 7 February 2026 in Colombo.
- The Final: The grand final will take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on 8 March 2026.
Why is the T20 World Cup 2026 Special?
- 20 Teams: For the first time, 20 teams will participate in the T20 World Cup, making it the largest edition of the tournament.
- Defending Champions: India will be defending their title, having won the previous edition.
- Multiple Locations: Matches will be hosted in both India and Sri Lanka, offering a great variety of venues and conditions for the teams.
For Pakistan Fans
- Key Matches: Pakistan will begin their campaign against Netherlands on 7 February 2026, and their highly anticipated match against India is on 15 February 2026 in Colombo.
- Travel Plans: Fans planning to watch the matches should keep in mind the logistics, as matches will be spread across both Sri Lanka and India.
Looking Forward to an Exciting Tournament
With an expanded field of 20 teams, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to be a massive event in the cricketing world. Whether you’re rooting for India, Pakistan, or your favorite team, this tournament will bring non-stop excitement. Stay tuned for more updates and detailed match previews as the tournament approaches.
T20 World Cup 2026 – Complete Match Schedule
| Dates | Match | Group/Stage | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 7, Saturday | Pakistan vs Netherlands | Group A | 11:00 AM | SSC, Colombo |
| February 7, Saturday | West Indies vs Bangladesh | Group C | 3:00 PM | Kolkata |
| February 7, Saturday | India vs USA | Group A | 7:00 PM | Mumbai |
| February 8, Sunday | New Zealand vs Afghanistan | Group D | 11:00 AM | Chennai |
| February 8, Sunday | England vs Nepal | Group C | 3:00 PM | Mumbai |
| February 8, Sunday | Sri Lanka vs Ireland | Group B | 7:00 PM | Premadasa, Colombo |
| February 9, Monday | Bangladesh vs Italy | Group C | 11:00 AM | Kolkata |
| February 9, Monday | Zimbabwe vs Oman | Group B | 3:00 PM | SSC, Colombo |
| February 9, Monday | South Africa vs Canada | Group D | 7:00 PM | Ahmedabad |
| February 10, Tuesday | Netherlands vs Namibia | Group A | 11:00 AM | Delhi |
| February 10, Tuesday | New Zealand vs UAE | Group D | 3:00 PM | Chennai |
| February 10, Tuesday | Pakistan vs USA | Group A | 7:00 PM | SSC, Colombo |
| February 11, Wednesday | South Africa vs Afghanistan | Group D | 11:00 AM | Ahmedabad |
| February 11, Wednesday | Australia vs Ireland | Group B | 3:00 PM | Premadasa, Colombo |
| February 11, Wednesday | England vs West Indies | Group C | 7:00 PM | Mumbai |
| February 12, Thursday | Sri Lanka vs Oman | Group B | 11:00 AM | Kandy |
| February 12, Thursday | Nepal vs Italy | Group C | 3:00 PM | Mumbai |
| February 12, Thursday | India vs Namibia | Group A | 7:00 PM | New Delhi |
| February 13, Friday | Australia vs Zimbabwe | Group B | 11:00 AM | Premadasa, Colombo |
| February 13, Friday | Canada vs UAE | Group D | 3:00 PM | Delhi |
| February 13, Friday | USA vs Netherlands | Group A | 7:00 PM | Chennai |
| February 14, Saturday | Ireland vs Oman | Group B | 11:00 AM | SSC, Colombo |
| February 14, Saturday | England vs Bangladesh | Group C | 3:00 PM | Kolkata |
| February 14, Saturday | New Zealand vs South Africa | Group D | 7:00 PM | Ahmedabad |
| February 15, Sunday | West Indies vs Nepal | Group C | 11:00 AM | Mumbai |
| February 15, Sunday | USA vs Namibia | Group A | 3:00 PM | Chennai |
| February 15, Sunday | India vs Pakistan | Group A | 7:00 PM | Premadasa, Colombo |
| February 16, Monday | Afghanistan vs UAE | Group D | 11:00 AM | Delhi |
| February 16, Monday | England vs Italy | Group C | 3:00 PM | Kolkata |
| February 16, Monday | Australia vs Sri Lanka | Group B | 7:00 PM | Kandy |
| February 17, Tuesday | New Zealand vs Canada | Group D | 11:00 AM | Chennai |
| February 17, Tuesday | Ireland vs Zimbabwe | Group B | 3:00 PM | Kandy |
| February 17, Tuesday | Bangladesh vs Nepal | Group C | 7:00 PM | Mumbai |
| February 18, Wednesday | South Africa vs UAE | Group D | 11:00 AM | Delhi |
| February 18, Wednesday | Pakistan vs Namibia | Group A | 3:00 PM | SSC, Colombo |
| February 18, Wednesday | India vs Netherlands | Group A | 7:00 PM | Ahmedabad |
| February 19, Thursday | West Indies vs Italy | Group C | 11:00 AM | Kolkata |
| February 19, Thursday | Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe | Group B | 3:00 PM | Premadasa, Colombo |
| February 19, Thursday | Afghanistan vs Canada | Group D | 7:00 PM | Chennai |
| February 20, Friday | Australia vs Oman | Group B | 7:00 PM | Kandy |
| February 21, Saturday | Y2 vs Y3 | Super Eight | 7:00 PM | Premadasa, Colombo |
| February 22, Sunday | Y1 vs Y4 | Super Eight | 3:00 PM | Kandy |
| February 22, Sunday | X1 vs X4 | Super Eight | 7:00 PM | Ahmedabad |
| February 23, Monday | X2 vs X3 | Super Eight | 7:00 PM | Mumbai |
| February 24, Tuesday | Y1 vs Y3 | Super Eight | 7:00 PM | Kandy |
| February 25, Wednesday | Y2 vs Y4 | Super Eight | 7:00 PM | Premadasa, Colombo |
| February 26, Thursday | X3 vs X4 | Super Eight | 3:00 PM | Ahmedabad |
| February 26, Thursday | X1 vs X2 | Super Eight | 7:00 PM | Chennai |
| February 27, Friday | Y1 vs Y2 | Super Eight | 7:00 PM | Premadasa, Colombo |
| February 28, Saturday | Y3 vs Y4 | Super Eight | 7:00 PM | Kandy |
| March 1, Sunday | X2 vs X4 | Super Eight | 3:00 PM | Delhi |
| March 1, Sunday | X1 vs X3 | Super Eight | 7:00 PM | Kolkata |
| March 4, Wednesday | Semi-final 1 | Semi-finals | 7:00 PM | Kolkata/Colombo |
| March 5, Thursday | Semi-final 2 | Semi-finals | 7:00 PM | Mumbai |
| March 8, Sunday | Final | Final | 7:00 PM | Ahmedabad/Colombo |