Fixtures & Groups Confirmed for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule and group stage draw have officially been released, setting the stage for one of cricket’s most exciting global events. The 10th edition of the tournament is scheduled to run from 7 February to 8 March 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka across eight iconic venues. 


Tournament Overview

A total of 20 international teams will compete in this year’s T20 World Cup. The group stage will feature four groups of five teams, with each side playing four matches within their group. The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Eights, followed by the knockout rounds. (icc)

This exciting global competition will be played across legendary cricket grounds, including:

  • Narendra Modi Stadium – Ahmedabad

  • MA Chidambaram Stadium – Chennai

  • Arun Jaitley Stadium – New Delhi

  • Wankhede Stadium – Mumbai

  • Eden Gardens – Kolkata

  • R. Premadasa Stadium – Colombo

  • Sinhalese Sports Club – Colombo

  • Pallekele International Stadium – Kandy 

Group Stage Draw

Group A

  • India (Defending Champions)

  • Pakistan

  • USA

  • Netherlands

  • Namibia 

Group B

  • Australia

  • Sri Lanka

  • Zimbabwe

  • Ireland

  • Oman 

Group C

  • England

  • West Indies

  • Bangladesh

  • Italy

  • Nepal

Group D

  • South Africa

  • New Zealand

  • Afghanistan

  • Canada

  • UAE 

This grouping promises thrilling matchups, including traditional rivalries like India vs Pakistan and fresh global contests featuring emerging cricket nations. 

Key Fixtures to Watch

The tournament’s full fixture list features a packed schedule with group matches kicking off on 7 February 2026. On the opening day:

  • Pakistan vs Netherlands — SSC, Colombo

  • West Indies vs Bangladesh — Kolkata

  • India vs USA — Mumbai (icc)

From dynamic clashes between top-ranked sides to underdog battles, the group stage delivers nonstop action. The Super Eights begin on 21 February, with knockout games and the grand final closing out the event on 8 March. 

What to Expect

With 20 teams representing all corners of the cricketing world, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 promises:

  • Non-stop drama and high-scoring thrillers

  • Superstar matchups and historic rivalries

  • Breakout performances from rising talents

  • Passionate fan engagement across India and Sri Lanka 

Cricket fans around the world will be glued to screens as teams battle through the group stage with eyes on the coveted T20 World Cup trophy. Stick around as we bring you match previews, player insights, and analysis leading up to the biggest event on the T20 calendar!