ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will begin on February 7 with India as the main host and key venues set across India and Sri Lanka. The 10th edition opens with six teams in action on day one including the defending champions India.
They will face USA in Mumbai as they begin their chase to become the first team to defend the Mens T20 World Cup crown.
Feb 7 - Mar 8, 2026
55 Matches
20 Teams
India & Sri Lanka
๐ฏ Quick Facts
When:ย February 7 – March 8, 2026 (29 days)
Where:ย 8 Venues across India & Sri Lanka
Defending Champions:ย India (2024 Winners)
Format:ย Group Stage โ Super 8 โ Semi-Finals โ Final
The ICCโs 2025 Champions Trophy schedule is finally here, promising high-stakes action from February 19 to March 9. Hosted in Pakistan and Dubai, the tournament will unfold in iconic venues like Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Dubai. Cricket fans can gear up for thrilling clashes featuring powerhouse teams like Pakistan, India, Australia, and England.
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 07 Feb | IND vs USA | Wankhede, Mumbai |
| 07 Feb | PAK vs NED | SSC Colombo |
| 07 Feb | WI vs BAN | Kolkata |
| 08 Feb | NZ vs AFG | Chennai |
| 08 Feb | ENG vs NEP | Mumbai |
| 08 Feb | SL vs IRE | R. Premadasa |
| 09 Feb | BAN vs ITA | Kolkata |
| 09 Feb | ZIM vs OMA | SSC Colombo |
| 09 Feb | SA vs CAN | Ahmedabad |
| 10 Feb | AUS vs UAE | Kandy |
| 10 Feb | ENG vs USA | Chennai |
| 10 Feb | PAK vs IRE | R. Premadasa |
| 11 Feb | NZ vs CAN | Ahmedabad |
| 11 Feb | SL vs OMA | SSC Colombo |
| 11 Feb | AFG vs ITA | Kolkata |
| 12 Feb | IND vs NAM | Delhi |
| 15 Feb | WI vs NEP | Mumbai |
| 15 Feb | USA vs NAM | Chennai |
| 15 Feb | IND vs PAK | R. Premadasa, Colombo |
| 16 Feb | AFG vs UAE | Delhi |
| 16 Feb | ENG vs ITA | Kolkata |
| 16 Feb | AUS vs SL | Kandy |
| 18 Feb | IND vs NED | Ahmedabad |
| SUPER 8 STAGE (21 Feb to 01 Mar) | ||
| KNOCKOUT STAGE | ||
| 04 Mar | Semi Final 1 | Kolkata or Colombo |
| 05 Mar | Semi Final 2 | Mumbai |
| 08 Mar | FINAL | Ahmedabad or Colombo |
Date: February 15, 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 7:00 PM IST
Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Expected Attendance: 35,000+
| Date | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 7 | USA | Mumbai |
| Feb 12 | Namibia | Delhi |
| Feb 15 | Pakistan | Colombo (Premadasa) |
| Feb 18 | Netherlands | Ahmedabad |
| Date | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 7 | Netherlands | Colombo (SSC) |
| Feb 10 | USA | Colombo (SSC) |
| Feb 15 | India | Colombo (Premadasa) |
| Feb 18 | Namibia | Colombo (SSC) |
The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka across eight world-class venues from February 7 to March 8. India will host matches in five stadiums including Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Chennai and Delhi while Sri Lanka will use three venues in Colombo and Kandy with a special hybrid model for India-Pakistan matches.
India follows Indian Standard Time (IST) which is UTC+5:30 while Sri Lanka operates on Sri Lanka Standard Time (SLST) which is also UTC+5:30. If you’re planning to visit or watch the T20 World Cup 2026 matches live remember that both host countries share the same time zone making it easier for fans across the subcontinent to enjoy the tournament without missing a moment.
The ICC T20 World Cup began in 2007 when South Africa hosted the inaugural tournament that revolutionized cricket forever.
India won the first edition under MS Dhoni by defeating Pakistan in a memorable final while West Indies and England have since dominated with two titles each.
The T20 World Cup 2024 saw India reclaim glory after 17 years and now the defending champions will compete in the T20 World Cup 2026 across India and Sri Lanka.
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Kolkata, West Bengal
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
New Delhi
Colombo
Colombo
Kandy
India follows Indian Standard Time (IST) which is UTC+5:30 while Sri Lanka operates on Sri Lanka Standard Time (SLST) which is also UTC+5:30. If you’re planning to visit or watch the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 matches live remember that both host countries share the same time zone making it easier for fans across the subcontinent to enjoy the tournament without missing a moment.
| Match Type | Category | Price Range (INR) | Price Range (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Stage | General | โน500 - โน2,000 | $6 - $24 |
| Group Stage | Premium | โน2,000 - โน5,000 | $24 - $60 |
| India vs Pakistan | All Categories | โน3,000 - โน15,000 | $36 - $180 |
| Super 8 | General/Premium | โน1,500 - โน6,000 | $18 - $72 |
| Semi-Finals | General/Premium | โน3,000 - โน8,000 | $36 - $96 |
| Final | All Categories | โน5,000 - โน20,000 | $60 - $240 |
| Team | Titles | Years Won | Host Countries |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | 2 | 2007 2024 | South Africa 2007 USA and West Indies 2024 |
| West Indies | 2 | 2012 2016 | Sri Lanka 2012 India 2016 |
| England | 2 | 2010 2022 | West Indies 2010 Australia 2022 |
| Pakistan | 1 | 2009 | England 2009 |
| Sri Lanka | 1 | 2014 | Bangladesh 2014 |
| Australia | 1 | 2021 | UAE and Oman 2021 |
The tournament starts on February 7, 2026, with the opening match between India and USA in Mumbai at 7:00 PM IST.
India vs Pakistan match will be played on February 15, 2026, at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka at 7:00 PM IST.
Tickets can be purchased through ICC official website (tickets.icc-cricket.com), BookMyShow, or Paytm Insider. Registration is currently open for ticket alerts.
India is the defending champion, having won the T20 World Cup 2024 by defeating South Africa in the final. They will attempt to become the first team to defend their T20 World Cup title.
No, Pakistan will play all their group stage matches in Sri Lanka (Colombo) as part of a neutral venue agreement between the two nations.
The final will be played on March 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM IST. The venue will be either Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad or R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
Top 2 teams from each of the 4 groups (total 8 teams) will qualify for the Super Eight stage. From Super Eight, top 4 teams advance to the semi-finals.
India: Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Chennai, New Delhi
Sri Lanka: Colombo (2 stadiums), Kandy
