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
🎯 Quick Facts
When: February 7 – March 8, 2026 (29 days)
Where: 8 Venues across India & Sri Lanka
Defending Champions: India (2024 Winners)
Format: Group Stage → Super 8 → Semi-Finals → Final
The ICC’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule is finally here with explosive action from February 7 to March 8. Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the tournament will unfold across iconic venues like Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Colombo and Kandy. Cricket fans can gear up for thrilling clashes featuring powerhouse teams like India, Pakistan, Australia and England battling for the championship title.
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 07 Feb | IND vs USA | Wankhede, Mumbai |
| 07 Feb | PAK vs NED | SSC Colombo |
| 07 Feb | WI vs SCOT | Kolkata |
| 08 Feb | NZ vs AFG | Chennai |
| 08 Feb | ENG vs NEP | Mumbai |
| 08 Feb | SL vs IRE | R. Premadasa |
| 09 Feb | SCOT 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 | NZ Vs SA | Kolkata or Colombo |
| 05 Mar | IND Vs ENG | 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 | ₹500 - ₹2,000 | $6 - $24 |
| Group Stage | Premium | ₹2,000 - ₹5,000 | $24 - $60 |
| India vs Pakistan | All Categories | ₹3,000 - ₹15,000 | $36 - $180 |
| Super 8 | General/Premium | ₹1,500 - ₹6,000 | $18 - $72 |
| Semi-Finals | General/Premium | ₹3,000 - ₹8,000 | $36 - $96 |
| Final | All Categories | ₹5,000 - ₹20,000 | $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 |
A total of 20 teams are participating in the tournament.
There are 55 matches scheduled, including group stage, Super 8, semifinals, and the final.
The tournament is hosted by India and Sri Lanka under the supervision of the International Cricket Council.
The total prize pool is expected to be around USD 11 million, with the winners receiving approximately USD 2.5 to 3 million.
