ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026: Complete Schedule and Venue Guide
Cricket fans across India are gearing up for one of the most anticipated tournaments of 2026. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will span an entire month, featuring 20 international teams competing across multiple venues in India and Sri Lanka. From the opening match on 7 February 2026 to the grand finale on 8 March 2026, this comprehensive T20 World Cup schedule promises non-stop cricket action.
Tournament Format and Participating Teams
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 features 20 teams divided into four groups of five teams each.
Group Stage Distribution:
- Group A: India, USA, Namibia, Netherlands, Pakistan
- 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
The tournament structure includes a group stage, followed by Super Eights, semifinals, and the final. Each team will play four group matches, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the Super Eights phase.
Complete Venue Guide: India and Sri Lanka
The T20 World Cup schedule spans across eight world-class venues in India and Pakistan.
Indian Venues:
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Sri Lankan Venues:
- Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo
- Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy
All Group B matches and Pakistan’s fixtures are scheduled in Sri Lanka for logistical efficiency.
Complete ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule (IST)
Below is the complete ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule. Fixtures marked TBA will be confirmed closer to the tournament.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Group Stage Schedule
| Date | Time (IST) | Team 1 | Team 2 | Venue |
| 7 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | PAK | NED | SSC, Colombo |
| 7 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | WI | BAN | Kolkata |
| 7 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | IND | USA | Mumbai |
| 8 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | NZ | AFG | Chennai |
| 8 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | ENG | NEP | Mumbai |
| 8 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | SL | IRE | Premadasa, Colombo |
| 9 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | BAN | ITA | Kolkata |
| 9 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | ZIM | OMA | SSC, Colombo |
| 9 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | SA | CAN | Ahmedabad |
| 10 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | NED | NAM | Delhi |
| 10 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | NZ | UAE | Chennai |
| 10 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | PAK | USA | SSC, Colombo |
| 11 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | SA | AFG | Ahmedabad |
| 11 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | AUS | IRE | Premadasa, Colombo |
| 11 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | ENG | WI | Mumbai |
| 12 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | SL | OMA | Kandy |
| 12 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | NEP | ITA | Mumbai |
| 12 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | IND | NAM | Delhi |
| 13 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | AUS | ZIM | Premadasa, Colombo |
| 13 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | CAN | UAE | Delhi |
| 13 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | USA | NED | Chennai |
| 14 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | IRE | OMA | SSC, Colombo |
| 14 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | ENG | BAN | Kolkata |
| 14 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | NZ | SA | Ahmedabad |
| 15 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | WI | NEP | Mumbai |
| 15 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | USA | NAM | Chennai |
| 15 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | IND | PAK | Premadasa, Colombo |
| 16 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | AFG | UAE | Delhi |
| 16 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | ENG | ITA | Kolkata |
| 16 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | AUS | SL | Kandy |
| 17 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | NZ | CAN | Chennai |
| 17 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | IRE | ZIM | Kandy |
| 17 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | BAN | NEP | Mumbai |
| 18 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | SA | UAE | Delhi |
| 18 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | PAK | NAM | SSC, Colombo |
| 18 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | IND | NED | Ahmedabad |
| 19 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | WI | ITA | Kolkata |
| 19 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | SL | ZIM | Premadasa, Colombo |
| 19 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | AFG | CAN | Chennai |
| 20 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | AUS | OMA | Kandy |
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Super 8, Semifinals & Final
| Date | Time (IST) | Match | Teams | Venue |
| 21 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | Super 8 | Y2 vs Y3 | Premadasa, Colombo |
| 22 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | Super 8 | Y1 vs Y4 | Kandy |
| 22 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | Super 8 | X1 vs X4 | Ahmedabad |
| 23 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | Super 8 | X2 vs X3 | Mumbai |
| 24 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | Super 8 | Y1 vs Y3 | Kandy |
| 25 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | Super 8 | Y2 vs Y4 | Premadasa, Colombo |
| 26 Feb 2026 | 3:00 PM | Super 8 | X3 vs X4 | Ahmedabad |
| 26 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | Super 8 | X1 vs X2 | Chennai |
| 27 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | Super 8 | Y1 vs Y2 | Premadasa, Colombo |
| 28 Feb 2026 | 7:00 PM | Super 8 | Y3 vs Y4 | Kandy |
| 1 Mar 2026 | 3:00 PM | Super 8 | X2 vs X4 | Delhi |
| 1 Mar 2026 | 7:00 PM | Super 8 | X1 vs X3 | Kolkata |
| 4 Mar 2026 | 7:00 PM | Semifinal 1 | SF1 | Kolkata / Colombo* |
| 5 Mar 2026 | 7:00 PM | Semifinal 2 | SF2 | Mumbai |
| 8 Mar 2026 | 7:00 PM | Final | Final | Ahmedabad / Colombo* |
Key Matches and Marquee Fixtures
The most anticipated clash, India vs Pakistan, is scheduled for 15 February 2026 at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, with a scheduled time of 7:00 PM IST. Other must-watch group matches include India vs USA, England vs West Indies, Australia vs Sri Lanka, and South Africa vs New Zealand.
The knockout phase intensifies with semifinals on 4 and 5 March, leading to the grand finale on 8 March at Ahmedabad/Colombo. Kolkata and Mumbai will host the semifinals; Ahmedabad hosts the final. However, if Pakistan qualifies, the final will shift to Colombo.
Super Eights Phase and Knockout Structure
The Super Eights phase runs from 21 to 28 February 2026, featuring eight qualified teams competing in a round-robin format. Each team will play three round-robin matches within its Super Eight group, with points awarded for wins and no results. Rankings are decided by points, followed by net run rate if teams are level.
The top two teams from each Super Eight group progress to the knockout stage, setting up cross-group semifinals: Group X leaders face Group Y runners-up, and vice versa. From this point on, it’s pure elimination cricket. One defeat ends the campaign, raising the intensity of every over. The winners of the semifinals then meet in the final to crown the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 champions.
How to Follow Every Match Live
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Final Thoughts
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 represents a month-long celebration of cricket excellence, featuring carefully planned fixtures across India and Sri Lanka. This comprehensive T20 World Cup schedule ensures optimal viewing experiences with strategic timing and venue allocation.
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References
- https://www.icc-cricket.com/media-releases/icc-men-s-t20-world-cup-2026-schedule-announced
- https://www.icc-cricket.com/news/fixtures-groups-released-for-icc-men-s-t20-world-cup-2026
- https://www.sportingnews.com/in/cricket/news/which-cities-will-host-t20-world-cup-2026-stadiums-listed/5067f3365c095b5f1c73bcd0