India defends its T20 World Cup title as the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 begins on Feb 7 in India & Sri Lanka. Check full schedule, teams, venues, prize money & past winners.
India is set to defend its ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title on home soil as the 10th edition of the tournament kicks off next month. Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the mega event will feature 20 international teams, thrilling matches across iconic stadiums, and a month-long celebration of world cricket.
The tournament begins on February 7 and concludes with the grand final on March 8, promising high-voltage encounters and intense competition.
T20 World Cup 2026 Dates & Format
- Tournament Dates: February 7 – March 8
- Opening Match: Pakistan vs Netherlands
- Total Teams: 20
- Host Nations: India & Sri Lanka
The teams are divided into four groups, with each side playing a round-robin format within their group.
- Win: 2 points
- Tie/No Result: 1 point
The top two teams from each group advance to the Super 8 stage, followed by semi-finals and the final.
Groups & Teams Overview : The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 features 20 international teams divided into four groups (A to D). Each group consists of five teams, including a mix of former champions, strong contenders, and emerging cricket nations, ensuring competitive and high-quality matches from the group stage itself.
During the group stage, teams will play one match against each opponent in their group. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the Super 8 round, bringing the best eight teams into the knockout phase of the tournament.
Group A
- India (Hosts) – Led by Suryakumar Yadav
- Pakistan
- USA (TBA)
- Netherlands
- Namibia
Group B
- Australia
- Sri Lanka (Hosts)
- Ireland
- Zimbabwe
- Oman
Group C
- England
- West Indies
- Scotland
- Nepal
- Italy
Group D
- New Zealand
- South Africa
- Afghanistan
- Canada
- UAE (TBA)
Each group features a balanced mix of former champions, strong contenders, and emerging cricket nations.
Star Players to Watch
- India: Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh
- Australia: Glenn Maxwell, Pat Cummins
- England: Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer
- West Indies: Jason Holder, Rovman Powell
- Afghanistan: Rashid Khan
- South Africa: Quinton de Kock, Kagiso Rabada
These players are expected to play a decisive role in shaping the tournament.
T20 World Cup 2026 Venues
Matches will be played at eight world-class stadiums, including:
🇮🇳 India (5 Venues)
- Narendra Modi Stadium – Ahmedabad
- MA Chidambaram Stadium – Chennai
- Arun Jaitley Stadium – New Delhi
- Wankhede Stadium – Mumbai
- Eden Gardens – Kolkata
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka (3 Venues)
- R. Premadasa Stadium – Colombo
- Sinhalese Sports Club Ground – Colombo
- Pallekele International Cricket Stadium – Kandy
👉 Final Match Venue: Ahmedabad or Colombo
Prize Money – T20 World Cup 2026
The ICC has announced a massive prize pool, making this one of the most lucrative T20 tournaments ever.
- Champions: ₹40+ Crore (approx.)
- Runners-up: ₹20+ Crore
- Semi-finalists: ₹10+ Crore each
- Super 8 Teams: ₹5+ Crore each
(Exact figures subject to ICC confirmation)
List of Past T20 World Cup Winners
| Year | Winner | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | India | Pakistan |
| 2009 | Pakistan | Sri Lanka |
| 2010 | England | Australia |
| 2012 | West Indies | Sri Lanka |
| 2014 | Sri Lanka | India |
| 2016 | West Indies | England |
| 2021 | Australia | New Zealand |
| 2022 | England | Pakistan |
| 2024 | India | South Africa |
India enters the 2026 edition as the defending champions, adding extra excitement for home fans.
Why T20 World Cup 2026 Is Special
- First time India & Sri Lanka co-host a 20-team T20 World Cup
- Home advantage for India
- Emerging teams like Nepal, USA, Italy & Canada
- High-stakes matches across historic venues
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T20 World Cup 2026 Warm-Up Matches – Full Schedule
📅 February 2
| Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan vs Scotland | Bengaluru | 3:00 PM |
| India A vs USA | Navi Mumbai | 5:00 PM |
| Canada vs Italy | Chennai | 7:00 PM |
📅 February 3
| Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka A vs Oman | Colombo | 1:00 PM |
| Netherlands vs Zimbabwe | Colombo | 3:00 PM |
| Nepal vs UAE | Chennai | 5:00 PM |
📅 February 4
| Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia vs Scotland | Bengaluru | 1:00 PM |
| Afghanistan vs West Indies | Bengaluru | 3:00 PM |
| Ireland vs Pakistan | Colombo | 5:00 PM |
| India vs South Africa | Navi Mumbai | 7:00 PM |
📅 February 5
| Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Oman vs Zimbabwe | Colombo | 1:00 PM |
| Canada vs Nepal | Chennai | 3:00 PM |
| New Zealand vs USA | Navi Mumbai | 7:00 PM |
📅 February 6
| Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Italy vs UAE | Chennai | 3:00 PM |
| India A vs Namibia | Bengaluru | 5:00 PM |
