ICC men t20 world cup 2026 group stage fixtures

ICC men t20 world cup 2026

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The full schedule for the ICC Men T20 World Cup 2026 has been officially released. The tournament, co-hosted by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), will run from 7 February to 8 March 2026 across various venues in India and Sri Lanka.

Cricket fans worldwide are eagerly waiting as the ICC Men T20 World Cup 2026 promises thrilling contests and high-profile clashes throughout the group stage and beyond.

ICC Cricket T20 World Cup 2026: Schedule

DateTimeTeam 1Team 2Venue
07 Feb 202611:00 AMPAKNEDSSC, Colombo
07 Feb 20263:00 PMWIBANKolkata
07 Feb 20267:00 PMINDUSAMumbai
08 Feb 202611:00 AMNZAFGChennai
08 Feb 20263:00 PMENGNEPMumbai
08 Feb 20267:00 PMSLIREPremadasa, Colombo
09 Feb 202611:00 AMBANITAKolkata
09 Feb 20263:00 PMZIMOMASSC, Colombo
09 Feb 20267:00 PMSACANAhmedabad
10 Feb 202611:00 AMNEDNAMDelhi
10 Feb 20263:00 PMNZUAEChennai
10 Feb 20267:00 PMPAKUSASSC, Colombo
11 Feb 202611:00 AMSAAFGAhmedabad
11 Feb 20263:00 PMAUSIREPremadasa, Colombo
11 Feb 20267:00 PMENGWIMumbai
12 Feb 202611:00 AMSLOMAKandy
12 Feb 20263:00 PMNEPITAMumbai
12 Feb 20267:00 PMINDNAMDelhi
13 Feb 202611:00 AMAUSZIMPremadasa, Colombo
13 Feb 20263:00 PMCANUAEDelhi
13 Feb 20267:00 PMUSANEDChennai
14 Feb 202611:00 AMIREOMASSC, Colombo
14 Feb 20263:00 PMENGBANKolkata
14 Feb 20267:00 PMNZSAAhmedabad
15 Feb 202611:00 AMWINEPMumbai
15 Feb 20263:00 PMUSANAMChennai
15 Feb 20267:00 PMINDPAKPremadasa, Colombo
16 Feb 202611:00 AMAFGUAEDelhi
16 Feb 20263:00 PMENGITAKolkata
16 Feb 20267:00 PMAUSSLKandy
17 Feb 202611:00 AMNZCANChennai
17 Feb 20263:00 PMIREZIMKandy
17 Feb 20267:00 PMBANNEPMumbai
18 Feb 202611:00 AMSAUAEDelhi
18 Feb 20263:00 PMPAKNAMSSC, Colombo
18 Feb 20267:00 PMINDNEDAhmedabad
19 Feb 202611:00 AMWII
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Tournament Format at a Glance

  • Total teams: 20 
  • Group stage: 5 groups of 4 teams each. The top 2 from each group advance to the Super 8s.
  • Hosts & venues: 5 venues in India (Ahmedabad, New Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai) and 3 in Sri Lanka (Colombo, Kandy, others) 

Team India – Confirmed Schedule (Group Stage)

DateTimeTeam 1Team 2Venue
07 Feb 20267:00 PMINDUSAMumbai
15 Feb 20267:00 PMINDPAKPremadasa, Colombo
18 Feb 20267:00 PMINDNEDAhmedabad
12 Feb 20267:00 PMINDNAMDelhi

Must-Watch Matches & Rivalries

  • India vs Pakistan (15 Feb, Colombo): A blockbuster rivalry, this match is already the most talked-about fixture of the group stage.
  • Group D showdown, New Zealand vs South Africa: Likely to be a high-quality contest with heavy stakes for Super 8 qualification.
  • Associate vs. Full Member clashes: Teams like USA, Namibia, Netherlands, UAE, Italy, etc., have potential for big upsets and surprise qualifiers.

What Happens After the Group Stage?

  • Top 2 from each group (5 groups) → Advance to Super 8 
  • Super 8s followed by Semis and Final; knockout phase to begin after 1 March.

Why Is This World Cup Special?

  • Co-hosted by two cricketing nations, India and Sri Lanka, it gives fans across South Asia easier access.
  • Potent blend of traditional cricket powers and emerging teams, promising competitive, unpredictable matches.
  • The return of marquee rivalries like India-Pakistan under the global spotlight, with a charged atmosphere and a vast audience.
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Conclusion 

India’s journey in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 promises high-intensity cricket, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable moments. With a strong squad, passionate fan support, and crucial fixtures lined up early in the tournament, every match will play a key role in shaping their campaign.

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