ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule, Teams, Squads, Live Streaming & Tickets
The countdown is officially on for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, and the cricketing world now has the clarity fans have been waiting for. The ICC has officially released the full match schedule, confirming all fixtures, venues, and timings. The tenth edition of the tournament, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February to March 2026, promises high-octane action across iconic stadiums, including the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Eden Gardens in Kolkata, and MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
Bangladesh have been replaced by Scotland in Group C following the ICC’s decision.
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T20 World Cup 2026 Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Edition | 10th |
| Host Countries | India and Sri Lanka |
| Dates | 7th February – 8th March 2026 |
| Match Format | Twenty20 (20 overs per side) |
| Tournament Format | Group Stage, Super 8, Knockouts (Semi-finals & Final) |
| Total Teams | 20 Participating Nations |
| Total Matches | 55 (including group stages, Super 8, semi-finals & final) |
| Venues | India: Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad), Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai), Eden Gardens (Kolkata), MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai), Arun Jaitley Stadium (Delhi); Sri Lanka: R. Premadasa Stadium (Colombo), Pallekele International Cricket Stadium (Kandy), Sinhalese Sports Club (Colombo) |
| First Match | 7th February 2026 – Pakistan vs Netherlands at SSC Colombo |
| Final Match | 8th March 2026 – Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Official Schedule | Released by ICC – All matches, groups, and timings confirmed |
| Live Score & Updates | Available during the tournament via official ICC channels |
| Points Table | Updated after each match (T20 World Cup 2026 Standings) |
T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule
The ICC has officially released the complete match schedule for the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Fans can now plan for all 55 matches across India and Sri Lanka, including blockbuster encounters like India vs Pakistan, England vs West Indies, and Australia vs Sri Lanka.
Netherlands1st Match, Group A
Pakistan won by 3 wickets (3 balls left)
NED: 147 (19.5 ov)
PAK: 148/7 (19.3 ov)
Sat, Feb 7, 2026 • Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo
Pakistan
West Indies2nd Match, Group C
West Indies won by 35 runs
WI: 182/5 (20 ov)
SCO: 147 (18.5 ov)
Sat, Feb 7, 2026 • Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Scotland
India3rd Match, Group A
India won by 29 runs
IND: 161/9 (20 ov)
USA: 132/8 (20 ov)
Sat, Feb 7, 2026 • Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
United States of America
Afghanistan4th Match, Group D
New Zealand won by 5 wickets (13 balls left)
AFG: 182/6 (20 ov)
NZ: 183/5 (17.5 ov)
Sun, Feb 8, 2026 • MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
New Zealand
England5th Match, Group C
England won by 4 runs
ENG: 184/7 (20 ov)
NEP: 180/6 (20 ov)
Sun, Feb 8, 2026 • Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Nepal
Sri Lanka6th Match, Group B
Sri Lanka won by 20 runs
SL: 163/6 (20 ov)
IRE: 143 (19.5 ov)
Sun, Feb 8, 2026 • R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
IrelandScotland7th Match, Group C
Scotland won by 73 runs
SCO: 207/4 (20 ov)
ITA: 134 (16.4 ov)
Mon, Feb 9, 2026 • Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Italy
Oman8th Match, Group B
Zimbabwe won by 8 wickets (39 balls left)
OMA: 103 (19.5 ov)
ZIM: 106/2 (13.3 ov)
Mon, Feb 9, 2026 • Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo
Zimbabwe
South Africa9th Match, Group D
South Africa won by 57 runs
SA: 213/4 (20 ov)
CAN: 156/8 (20 ov)
Mon, Feb 9, 2026 • Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Canada
Namibia10th Match, Group A
Netherlands won by 7 wickets (12 balls left)
NAM: 156/8 (20 ov)
NED: 159/3 (18 ov)
Tue, Feb 10, 2026 • Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Netherlands
United Arab Emirates11th Match, Group D
New Zealand won by 10 wickets (28 balls left)
UAE: 173/6 (20 ov)
NZ: 175/0 (15.2 ov)
Tue, Feb 10, 2026 • MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
New ZealandPakistan12th Match, Group A
Pakistan won by 32 runs
PAK: 190/9 (20 ov)
USA: 158/8 (20 ov)
Tue, Feb 10, 2026 • Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo
United States of AmericaSouth Africa13th Match, Group D
Match tied (South Africa won the 2nd Super Over by 4 runs)
SA: 187/6 (20 ov) & 23/0 (Super Over)
AFG: 187 (19.4 ov) & 19/2 (Super Over)
Wed, Feb 11, 2026 • Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Afghanistan
Australia14th Match, Group B
Australia won by 67 runs
AUS: 182/6 (20 ov)
IRE: 115 (16.5 ov)
Wed, Feb 11, 2026 • R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
IrelandEngland15th Match, Group C
West Indies won by 30 runs
WI: 196/6 (20 ov)
ENG: 166 (19 ov)
Wed, Feb 11, 2026 • Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
West IndiesSri Lanka16th Match, Group B
Sri Lanka won by 105 runs
SL: 225/5 (20 ov)
OMA: 120/9 (20 ov)
Thu, Feb 12, 2026 • Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
OmanNepal17th Match, Group C
Italy won by 10 wickets (44 balls left)
NEP: 123 (19.3 ov)
ITA: 124/0 (12.4 ov)
Thu, Feb 12, 2026 • Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
ItalyIndia18th Match, Group A
India won by 93 runs
IND: 209/9 (20 ov)
NAM: 116 (18.2 ov)
Thu, Feb 12, 2026 • Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
NamibiaZimbabwe19th Match, Group B
Zimbabwe won by 23 runs
ZIM: 169/2 (20 ov)
AUS: 146 (19.3 ov)
Fri, Feb 13, 2026 • R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
AustraliaCanada20th Match, Group D
United Arab Emirates won by 5 wickets (2 balls left)
CAN: 150/7 (20 ov)
UAE: 151/5 (19.4 ov)
Fri, Feb 13, 2026 • Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
United Arab EmiratesUnited States of America21st Match, Group A
United States won by 93 runs
USA: 196/6 (20 ov)
NED: 103 (15.5 ov)
Fri, Feb 13, 2026 • MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
NetherlandsIreland22nd Match, Group B
Ireland won by 96 runs
IRE: 235/5 (20 ov)
OMA: 139 (18 ov)
Sat, Feb 14, 2026 • Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo
OmanScotland23rd Match, Group C
England won by 5 wickets (10 balls left)
SCO: 152 (19.4 ov)
ENG: 155/5 (18.2 ov)
Sat, Feb 14, 2026 • Eden Gardens, Kolkata
EnglandNew Zealand24th Match, Group D
South Africa won by 7 wickets (17 balls left)
NZ: 175/7 (20 ov)
SA: 178/3 (17.1 ov)
Sat, Feb 14, 2026 • Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
South AfricaWest Indies25th Match, Group C
West Indies won by 9 wickets (28 balls left)
NEP: 133/8 (20 ov)
WI: 134/1 (15.2 ov)
Sun, Feb 15, 2026 • Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
NepalUnited States of America26th Match, Group A
United States won by 31 runs
USA: 199/4 (20 ov)
NAM: 168/6 (20 ov)
Sun, Feb 15, 2026 • MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
NamibiaIndia27th Match, Group A
India won by 61 runs
IND: 175/7 (20 ov)
PAK: 114 (18 ov)
Sun, Feb 15, 2026 • R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
PakistanUnited Arab Emirates28th Match, Group D
Afghanistan won by 5 wickets (4 balls left)
UAE: 160/9 (20 ov)
AFG: 162/5 (19.2 ov)
Mon, Feb 16, 2026 • Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
AfghanistanEngland29th Match, Group C
England won by 24 runs
ENG: 202/7 (20 ov)
ITA: 178 (20 ov)
Mon, Feb 16, 2026 • Eden Gardens, Kolkata
ItalyAustralia30th Match, Group B
Sri Lanka won by 8 wickets (12 balls left)
AUS: 181 (20 ov)
SL: 184/2 (18 ov)
Mon, Feb 16, 2026 • Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
Sri LankaCanada31st Match, Group D
New Zealand won by 8 wickets (29 balls left)
CAN: 173/4 (20 ov)
NZ: 176/2 (15.1 ov)
Tue, Feb 17, 2026 • MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
New ZealandIreland32nd Match, Group B
Match abandoned without a ball bowled
No play possible due to rain
Tue, Feb 17, 2026 • Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
ZimbabweScotland33rd Match, Group C
Nepal won by 7 wickets (4 balls left)
SCO: 170/7 (20 ov)
NEP: 171/3 (19.2 ov)
Tue, Feb 17, 2026 • Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
NepalUnited Arab Emirates34th Match, Group D
South Africa won by 6 wickets (40 balls left)
UAE: 122/6 (20 ov)
SA: 123/4 (13.2 ov)
Wed, Feb 18, 2026 • Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
South AfricaPakistan35th Match, Group A
Pakistan won by 102 runs
PAK: 199/3 (20 ov)
NAM: 97 (17.3 ov)
Wed, Feb 18, 2026 • Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo
NamibiaIndia36th Match, Group A
India won by 17 runs
IND: 193/6 (20 ov)
NED: 176/7 (20 ov)
Wed, Feb 18, 2026 • Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
NetherlandsWest Indies37th Match, Group C
West Indies won by 42 runs
WI: 165/6 (20 ov)
ITA: 123 (18 ov)
Thu, Feb 19, 2026 • Eden Gardens, Kolkata
ItalySri Lanka38th Match, Group B
Zimbabwe won by 6 wickets (3 balls left)
SL: 178/7 (20 ov)
ZIM: 182/4 (19.3 ov)
Thu, Feb 19, 2026 • R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
ZimbabweAfghanistan39th Match, Group D
Afghanistan won by 82 runs
AFG: 200/4 (20 ov)
CAN: 118/8 (20 ov)
Thu, Feb 19, 2026 • MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
CanadaOman40th Match, Group B
Australia won by 9 wickets (62 balls left)
OMA: 104 (16.2 ov)
AUS: 108/1 (9.4 ov)
Fri, Feb 20, 2026 • Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
AustraliaPakistan41st Match, Super 8 Group 2
No result (match abandoned without a ball bowled)
No play possible due to rain
Sat, Feb 21, 2026 • R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
New ZealandEngland42nd Match, Super 8 Group 2
England won by 51 runs
ENG: 146/9 (20 ov)
SL: 95 (16.4 ov)
Sun, Feb 22, 2026 • Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
Sri LankaSouth Africa43rd Match, Super 8 Group 1
South Africa won by 76 runs
SA: 187/7 (20 ov)
IND: 111 (18.5 ov)
Sun, Feb 22, 2026 • Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
IndiaWest Indies44th Match, Super 8 Group 1
West Indies won by 107 runs
WI: 254/6 (20 ov)
ZIM: 147 (17.4 ov)
Mon, Feb 23, 2026 • Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
ZimbabwePakistan45th Match, Super 8 Group 2
England won by 2 wickets (5 balls left)
PAK: 164/9 (20 ov)
ENG: 166/8 (19.1 ov)
Tue, Feb 24, 2026 • Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
England46th Match, Super 8 Group 2
Wed, Feb 25, 2026
6:30 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT / 7:00 PM LOCAL
R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
47th Match, Super 8 Group 1
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
2:30 PM IST / 9:30 AM GMT / 3:00 PM LOCAL
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
48th Match, Super 8 Group 1
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
6:30 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT / 7:00 PM LOCAL
MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
49th Match, Super 8 Group 2
Fri, Feb 27, 2026
6:30 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT / 7:00 PM LOCAL
R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
50th Match, Super 8 Group 2
Sat, Feb 28, 2026
6:30 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT / 7:00 PM LOCAL
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
51st Match, Super 8 Group 1
Sun, Mar 1, 2026
2:30 PM IST / 9:30 AM GMT / 3:00 PM LOCAL
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
52nd Match, Super 8 Group 1
Sun, Mar 1, 2026
6:30 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT / 7:00 PM LOCAL
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
1st Semi-Final
Wed, Mar 4, 2026
6:30 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT / 7:00 PM LOCAL
TBC
2nd Semi-Final
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
6:30 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT / 7:00 PM LOCAL
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Final
Sun, Mar 8, 2026
6:30 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT / 7:00 PM LOCAL
TBC
Note: All matches, venues, and timings are officially confirmed by the ICC. Group C fixtures involving Bangladesh have been replaced by Scotland.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 – All Qualified Teams
| Team | Qualification Path |
|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | Tournament Host |
| 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | Tournament Host |
| 🇦🇫 Afghanistan | Top 7 finish – T20 World Cup 2024 |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Top 7 finish – T20 World Cup 2024 |
| Scotland 🏴 | ICC T20I Rankings (Replacement for Bangladesh) |
| 🏴 England | Top 7 finish – T20 World Cup 2024 |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | Top 7 finish – T20 World Cup 2024 |
| 🇺🇸 United States | Top 7 finish – T20 World Cup 2024 |
| 🌴 West Indies | Top 7 finish – T20 World Cup 2024 |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland | ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Americas Qualifier |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | Europe Qualifier |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | Europe Qualifier |
| 🇳🇦 Namibia | Africa Qualifier |
| 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe | Africa Qualifier |
| 🇳🇵 Nepal | Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier |
| 🇴🇲 Oman | Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier |
T20 World Cup 2026 Groups & Format
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will feature 20 teams divided into four groups of five, with each team playing four matches in the group stage. The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Eight, where the stakes rise and every match becomes crucial.
Here are the official confirmed groups for T20 World Cup 2026:
Group A
| Team | Qualification Path |
|---|---|
| India 🇮🇳 | Tournament Host |
| Pakistan 🇵🇰 | ICC Men’s T20I Rankings |
| United States 🇺🇸 | Americas Qualifier |
| Netherlands 🇳🇱 | Europe Qualifier |
| Namibia 🇳🇦 | Africa Qualifier |
Group B
| Team | Qualification Path |
|---|---|
| Australia 🇦🇺 | Top 7 finish – T20 World Cup 2024 |
| Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 | Tournament Host |
| Ireland 🇮🇪 | ICC Men’s T20I Rankings |
| Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 | Africa Qualifier |
| Oman 🇴🇲 | Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier |
Group C
| Team | Qualification Path |
|---|---|
| England 🏴 | Top 7 finish – T20 World Cup 2024 |
| West Indies 🌴 | Top 7 finish – T20 World Cup 2024 |
| Scotland 🏴 | ICC Men’s T20I Rankings (Replacement for Bangladesh) |
| Nepal 🇳🇵 | Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier |
| Italy 🇮🇹 | Europe Qualifier |
Group D
| Team | Qualification Path |
|---|---|
| New Zealand 🇳🇿 | ICC Men’s T20I Rankings |
| South Africa 🇿🇦 | Top 7 finish – T20 World Cup 2024 |
| Afghanistan 🇦🇫 | Top 7 finish – T20 World Cup 2024 |
| Canada 🇨🇦 | Americas Qualifier |
| United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪 | Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier |
In the Super Eight, the qualified teams will battle for a place in the semi-finals, where the tournament turns do-or-die. The top two from each Super Eight group will reach the final, with one trophy and global glory on the line.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table (Group-wise)
The T20 World Cup 2026 features 20 qualified teams divided into four groups of five. Below are the group-wise standings — updated after each match.
Super Eights, Group 1
| Pos | Team | M | W | L | T | N/R | PTS | NRR | Series Form | Next | For | Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Indies | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5.350 | W | SA, IND | 254/20.0 | 147/20.0 |
| 2 | South Africa | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3.800 | W | WI, ZIM | 187/20.0 | 111/20.0 |
| 3 | India | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -3.800 | L | ZIM, WI | 111/20.0 | 187/20.0 |
| 4 | Zimbabwe | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -5.350 | L | IND, SA | 147/20.0 | 254/20.0 |
Super Eights, Group 2
| Pos | Team | M | W | L | T | N/R | PTS | NRR | Series Form | Next | For | Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1.491 | W, W | vs NZ | 312/39.1 | 259/40.0 |
| 2 | Pakistan | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.461 | NR, L | vs SL | 164/20.0 | 166/19.1 |
| 3 | New Zealand | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | NR | vs ENG | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Sri Lanka | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2.550 | L | vs PAK | 95/20.0 | 146/20.0 |
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table will update live throughout the tournament. Teams earn 2 points for a win, 1 point for no result, and 0 for a loss. Net Run Rate (NRR) decides rankings if points are equal.
T20 World Cup 2026 Tickets
Cricket fans around the world no longer have to wait — Phase I ticket sales for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 are now live. Fans in India can book tickets through the official ICC portal, while verified partners like Paytm, Insider, and BookMyShow may also offer tickets. In Sri Lanka, tickets are available through official SLC ticketing partners.
Fans will also have the option to purchase tickets offline at selected stadium box offices and authorized retail counters in major cities. With entry-level prices starting at just ₹100 in India and LKR 1000 in Sri Lanka, the ICC aims to make the tournament accessible to millions.
Fans are encouraged to avoid unauthorized sellers and follow official announcements from ICC, BCCI, and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) for updates on ticket categories, availability, and subsequent phases of ticket sales.
T20 World Cup 2026 Broadcast TV Channels & Live Streaming
| Region / Country | TV Broadcast Channel(s) | Official Live Streaming Platform(s) | Extra Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| India 🇮🇳 | Star Sports (JioStar) | JioHotstar | 5 languages + regional feeds, vertical mobile feed, 360 view & Multi-cam |
| Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 | Dialog TV, TV Supreme, PEO TV | ThePapare.com, Dialog Play App | Sinhala feed available for all matches |
| Bangladesh 🇧🇩 | Star Sports (via partners), T Sports, Nagorik TV | Rabbithole | Regional coverage confirmed |
| Nepal 🇳🇵 | Star Sports (partners), Kantipur TV | ICC.tv (Nepali commentary selected matches) | Locally produced Nepali feed |
| Bhutan / Maldives 🇧🇹 🇲🇻 | Star Sports | JioHotstar (via distribution partners) | Sub-continent coverage |
| United Kingdom & Ireland 🇬🇧 🇮🇪 | Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event | NOW | Hindi commentary for Semi-final & Final |
| Italy 🇮🇹 | Sky Italia | Sky Italia Digital | Italy matches + knockouts covered |
| Sub-Saharan Africa 🌍 | SuperSport | SuperSport Digital | Full tournament coverage |
| Australia 🇦🇺 | — | Prime Video | Hindi feed for India matches + SF + Final |
| New Zealand 🇳🇿 | SKY Sport | SKY Sport Streaming | Hindi feed for India matches + knockouts |
| Pakistan 🇵🇰 | PTV, PTV Home | Myco, Tamasha, ARY Zapp, Tapmad | Urdu commentary feed for Pakistan matches |
| USA & Canada 🇺🇸 🇨🇦 | Willow TV | Willow DTC, CricBuzz DTC, YouTube (USA matches free) | All 55 matches, alternate commentary via Jomboy |
| UAE & MENA Region 🇦🇪 🌍 | CricLife Max | StarzPlay | Also screened in VOX, Reel, Roxy cinemas |
| Caribbean Islands 🌴 | ESPN | — | Full live broadcast |
| Latin America 🌎 | ESPN | Disney+ App | Streaming across LATAM |
| Brazil (Selected Matches) 🇧🇷 | ESPN (Portuguese commentary) | Disney+ | Select matches only |
| Singapore 🇸🇬 | Hub Sports 4 | Hub Sports Digital | Official coverage |
| Afghanistan 🇦🇫 | Lemar TV | Lemar Digital | Pashto & Dari commentary |
| Netherlands 🇳🇱 | — | NOS Streaming | Netherlands matches live |
| Malaysia & Hong Kong 🇲🇾 🇭🇰 | Astro Cricket, PCCW | CricBuzz Channel | Through partnerships |
| In-flight / At Sea ✈️🚢 | Sport 24 | Sport 24 | Travel viewing coverage |
| Rest of World (Other Territories) 🌍 | — | ICC.tv (Free) | Multi-language options (Japanese, Bahasa etc.) |
| YouTube (Selected Matches) ▶️ | — | ICC Official YouTube | Limited matches streamed free |
Audio & Radio Coverage
| Region | Audio / Radio Partner |
|---|---|
| Global | ICC App (English audio commentary) |
| UK & Ireland | BBC Radio Coverage |
| Australia | ABC Radio, SEN |
| India | All India Radio |
| Sri Lanka | Derana FM (ball-by-ball) |
Fans worldwide can watch ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 live on official broadcasters like Star Sports, Sky Sports, SuperSport, Prime Video, Willow TV and ICC.tv, with streaming available across mobile apps, digital platforms and even YouTube for selected matches.
T20 World Cup: History, Records, and Key Highlights
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is one of cricket’s most exciting global events, organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC). Since its launch in 2007, the T20 World Cup has redefined the sport, bringing high-octane drama, nail-biting finishes, and a platform for emerging stars.
Every edition showcases top cricketing nations battling it out in the shortest, most explosive format of the game. From underdog upsets to record-breaking performances, the T20 World Cup never fails to deliver unforgettable entertainment to fans worldwide.
History of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
The first ICC T20 World Cup was staged in South Africa in 2007, where India triumphed over Pakistan in a thrilling final. Since then, the event has typically been held every 2–4 years, growing steadily in prestige and popularity.
Originally featuring 12 teams, the tournament has now expanded to include 20 teams in 2026, opening doors for more nations to compete and shine on the world stage.
Key Records in T20 World Cup History
Most Runs
| Player | Country | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | India | 1,141 |
| Mahela Jayawardene | Sri Lanka | 1,016 |
| Chris Gayle | West Indies | 965 |
Most Wickets
| Player | Country | Wickets |
|---|---|---|
| Shakib Al Hasan | Bangladesh | 47 |
| Shahid Afridi | Pakistan | 39 |
| Lasith Malinga | Sri Lanka | 38 |
Highest & Lowest Team Totals
- Highest: Sri Lanka – 260/6 vs Kenya (2007)
- Lowest: Netherlands – 39 vs Sri Lanka (2014)
Best Bowling Figures in an Innings
- Ajantha Mendis (Sri Lanka): 6/8 vs Zimbabwe (2012)
Memorable Moments in T20 World Cup
| Year | Match/Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | India’s Inaugural Win | MS Dhoni-led India won the inaugural final vs Pakistan, dramatic final over |
| 2007 | Chris Gayle’s Century | Gayle smashed 117 against South Africa, first T20 WC century |
| 2009 | Pakistan’s Triumph | Younis Khan’s Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka to lift their maiden title |
| 2016 | Carlos Brathwaite’s Four Sixes | Brathwaite’s four consecutive sixes off Ben Stokes stunned England |
| 2022 | England’s Redemption | England became first team to hold ODI + T20 titles together |
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Winners List & Hosts
| Year | Host | Winner | Runner-Up | Format | Final Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | South Africa | India | Pakistan | T20 | Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
| 2009 | England | Pakistan | Sri Lanka | T20 | Lord’s, London |
| 2010 | West Indies | England | Australia | T20 | Kensington Oval, Bridgetown |
| 2012 | Sri Lanka | West Indies | Sri Lanka | T20 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| 2014 | Bangladesh | Sri Lanka | India | T20 | Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
| 2016 | India | West Indies | England | T20 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 2021 | UAE & Oman | Australia | New Zealand | T20 | Dubai International Stadium |
| 2022 | Australia | England | Pakistan | T20 | Melbourne Cricket Ground |