T20 World Cup 2026 Begins 7 February in India & Sri Lanka

ByAjay Gulia

The ICC has released the schedule for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will start on 7 February 2026. India and Sri Lanka will co-host the tournament for the second time.
A major highlight is the India vs Pakistan match, scheduled for 15 February at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. All of Pakistan’s matches will be played in Sri Lanka.

Former T20 World Cup–winning captain Rohit Sharma has been appointed as the brand ambassador for the tournament.

A total of 20 teams will compete, divided into four groups of five each.
India is placed in Group A along with Pakistan, Netherlands, Namibia and the USA.

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