The cricket enthusiasts all over the world are nearly to experience another thrilling time of ICC Men T20 World Cup when the international cricket council ICC confirmed the hosts of the 2026 world cup. The mega event will see India as a co-host which will be hosted between February 7 and March 8, 2026 in Sri Lanka.
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Host Nations and Venues
| Country | Confirmed Venues | Highlights |
| India | Ahmedabad, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai | Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad likely to host the final |
| Sri Lanka | Colombo, Kandy | Pakistan’s group-stage and knockout matches to be played here |
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Tournament Schedule
| Event | Date |
| Opening Ceremony | February 7, 2026 |
| Group Stage | February 7–21, 2026 |
| Super Eight Stage | February 22–March 2, 2026 |
| Semi-Finals | March 4–6, 2026 |
| Final | March 8, 2026 |
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Tournament Format
| Stage | Details |
| Group Stage | 20 teams divided into 4 groups of 5 each |
| Super Eight | Top 2 teams from each group qualify |
| Semi-Finals | Top 4 teams from Super Eight |
| Final | Winners of semi-finals compete for the trophy |
Pakistan’s Matches in Sri Lanka
As a result of the PCB–BCCI neutrality deal, all matches of Pakistan will be hosted again in Sri Lanka.
In case Pakistan makes it to the final, the match will also relocate to Sri Lanka so as to have a neutral section.
| Stage | Expected Venue for Pakistan |
| Group Matches | Colombo & Kandy |
| Super Eight / Knockouts | Colombo |
| Final (if Pakistan qualifies) | Colombo (R. Premadasa Stadium) |
This arrangement ensures Pakistani fans can still enjoy matches in familiar subcontinental conditions.
Teams Qualified for ICC T20 World Cup 2026
| Group A | Group B | Group C | Group D |
| India | Australia | South Africa | Bangladesh |
| Pakistan | England | West Indies | Afghanistan |
| Sri Lanka | New Zealand | Ireland | Netherlands |
| Scotland | Nepal | Oman | Papua New Guinea |
| Namibia | Zimbabwe | USA | Canada |
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule and Ticketing
The ICC is likely to announce the official timing and ticketing arrangements of the matches next week. The global fans are already anticipating to buy tickets to what is bound to be one of the most thrilling cricketing events in the recent past.
