The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is set to be a historic spectacle, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February to March 2026. As the 10th edition of this electrifying biennial tournament, expectations are sky-high, with defending champions India aiming to retain their crown. Here’s everything you need to know about the event, from host nations to qualification drama.
Schedule for the ICC T20 Men’s World Cup 2026 is not announced yet, But we will keep covering every aspects of T20 World Cup 2026.
A total of 20 teams is participating in this event in group-wise.
Host Nations and Venues
For the first time since 2016, India returns as a host, while Sri Lanka gears up to co-host its second T20 World Cup after 2012. This collaboration promises a vibrant mix of cricketing cultures, with matches spread across iconic stadiums in both countries. Notably, due to a bilateral agreement, Pakistan’s matches will be held in Sri Lanka at neutral venues, ensuring smooth proceedings for one of cricket’s fiercest rivalries.
ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Full match Schedule
Schedule for the upcoming matches of ICC World Cup 2021
| No. | Date | Time | Match Details | Venue |
| 01. | 17 October | 15:30 (IST) | Oman Vs Papua New Guinea | Oman Cricket Academy Ground, Al Amerat |
| 02. | 17 October | 19:30 (IST) | Bangladesh Vs Scotland | Oman Cricket Academy Ground, Al Amerat |
| 03. | 18 October | 15:30 (IST) | Ireland Vs Netherlands | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 04. | 18 October | 19:30 (IST) | Sri Lanka Vs Namibia | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 05. | 19 October | 15:30 (IST) | Scotland Vs Papua New Guinea | Oman Cricket Academy Ground, Al Amerat |
| 06. | 19 October | 19:30 (IST) | Bangladesh Vs Oman | Oman Cricket Academy Ground, Al Amerat |
| 07. | 20 October | 15:30 (IST) | Namibia Vs Netherlands | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 08. | 20 October | 19:30 (IST) | Sri Lanka Vs Ireland | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 09. | 21 October | 15:30 (IST) | Bangladesh Vs Papua New Guinea | Oman Cricket Academy Ground, Al Amerat |
| 10. | 21 October | 19:30 (IST) | Oman Vs Scotland | Oman Cricket Academy Ground, Al Amerat |
| 11. | 22 October | 15:30 (IST) | Namibia Vs Ireland | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 12. | 22 October | 19:30 (IST) | Sri Lanka Vs Netherlands | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 13. | 23 October | 15:30 (IST) | Australia Vs South Africa | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 14. | 23 October | 19:30 (IST) | England Vs West Indies | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| 15. | 24 October | 15:30 (IST) | Sri Lanka Vs Bangladesh | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 16. | 24 October | 19:30 (IST) | India Vs Pakistan | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| 17. | 25 October | 19:30 (IST) | Afghanistan Vs Scotland | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 18. | 26 October | 15:30 (IST) | South Africa Vs West Indies | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| 19. | 26 October | 19:30 (IST) | Pakistan Vs New Zealand | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 20. | 27 October | 15:30 (IST) | England Vs Bangladesh | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 21. | 27 October | 19:30 (IST) | Scotland Vs Namibia | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 22. | 28 October | 19:30 (IST) | Australia Vs Sri Lanka | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| 23. | 29 October | 15:30 (IST) | West Indies Vs Bangladesh | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 24. | 29 October | 19:30 (IST) | Pakistan Vs Afghanistan | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| 25. | 30 October | 15:30 (IST) | South Africa Vs Sri Lanka | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 26. | 30 October | 19:30 (IST) | Australia Vs England | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| 27. | 31 October | 15:30 (IST) | Afghanistan Vs Namibia | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 28. | 31 October | 19:30 (IST) | India Vs New Zealand | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| 29. | 01 November | 19:30 (IST) | England Vs TBC | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 30. | 02 November | 15:30 (IST) | South Africa Vs TBC | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 31. | 02 November | 19:30 (IST) | Pakistan Vs TBC | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 32. | 03 November | 15:30 (IST) | New Zealand Vs TBC | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| 33. | 03 November | 19:30 (IST) | India Vs Afghanistan | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 34. | 04 November | 15:30 (IST) | Australia Vs TBC | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| 35. | 04 November | 19:30 (IST) | West Indies Vs TBC | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 36. | 05 November | 15:30 (IST) | New Zealand Vs TBC | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 37. | 05 November | 19:30 (IST) | India Vs TBC | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| 38. | 06 November | 15:30 (IST) | Australia Vs West Indies | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 39. | 06 November | 19:30 (IST) | England Vs South Africa | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 40. | 07 November | 15:30 (IST) | New Zealand Vs Afghanistan | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 41. | 07 November | 19:30 (IST) | Pakistan Vs TBC | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 42. | 08 November | 19:30 (IST) | India vs TBC | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| 43. | 10 November | 19:30 (IST) | TBC vs TBC, 1st Semi-Final | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 44. | 11 November | 19:30 (IST) | TBC vs TBC, 2nd Semi-Final | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| 45. | 14 November | 19:30 (IST) | TBC vs TBC, Final | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
Here is everything you need to know about the ICC T20 World Cup 2021.
ICC T20 World Cup Format
The 2026 edition retains the 20-team format, split into four groups of five. The top two teams from each group advance to the Super 8s, followed by semifinals and a grand finale. A total of 55 matches will be played, offering non-stop action over six weeks.
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Qualification
| Method of qualification | Date of qualification | Venues | No. of teams | Teams |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hosts | 16 November 2021 | – | 2 | 1. India 2. Sri Lanka |
| 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup | 17 June 2024 | United States West Indies | 7 | 3. Afghanistan 4. Australia 5. Bangladesh 6. England 7. South Africa 8. United States 9. West Indies |
| ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings | 30 June 2024 | – | 3 | 10. Ireland 11. New Zealand 12. Pakistan |
| Europe Qualifier | 5–11 July 2025 | Netherlands | 2 | |
| Africa Qualifier | 19 September – 4 October 2025 | Zimbabwe | 2 | |
| Asia–EAP Qualifier | 1 –17 October 2025 | Oman | 3 | |
| Americas Qualifier | June 2025 | Canada | 1 |
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Teams Group Wise Point Table
All 20 teams divided into 4 groups, with each group has 5 teams. Top 2 from each groups will qualify for Super 8.
Group A
| Team | P | W | L | T | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Group B
| Team | P | W | L | T | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Group C
| Team | P | W | L | T | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Group D
| Team | P | W | L | T | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
All Qualifying team is further distributed in two groups for Super 12 as Group 1 and Group 2.
Super 8
| Team | P | W | L | T | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Squads and Players Details
Full Squads of ICC T20 World Cup 2026 of all Teams is declared. Below are the Squads of all the teams. Each team selected a squad of fifteen players.
India Squad for ICC T20 World Cup 2026
T20 World Cup History
| Year | Host Country | Final Match Venue | Winner Team | Runner-up Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | South Africa | Johannesburg | India | Pakistan |
| 2009 | England | London | Pakistan | Sri Lanka |
| 2010 | West Indies | Bridgetown | England | Australia |
| 2012 | Sri Lanka | Colombo | West Indies | Sri Lanka |
| 2014 | Bangladesh | Dhaka | Sri Lanka | India |
| 2016 | India | Kolkata | West Indies | England |
| 2021 | United Arab Emirates and Oman | Dubai | Australia | New Zealand |
| 2022 | Australia | Melbourne | England | Pakistan |
| 2024 | United States and the West Indies | Bridgetown | India | South Africa |
| 2026 | India and Sri Lanka |
India won the ICC T20 World Cup two times and also they are defending champions. This time it will be great tough for all the teams.
T20 World Cup 2026 Ticket
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