T20 World Cup 2026: ICC announces venues; check details to book your tickets

The ICC has unveiled the schedule for the T20 World Cup 2026, and the biggest highlight is undoubtedly the India–Pakistan showdown, set to take place on February 15 in Colombo. The two arch-rivals have been drawn together in Group A, which also includes USA, Namibia, and the Netherlands. 

The tournament will kick off on February 7, with the final scheduled at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on March 8, though the title clash will be shifted to Sri Lanka if Pakistan qualify.

Venues Announced

In India, matches will be played at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi; Eden Gardens, Kolkata; MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai; Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad; Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

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India’s Group Stage Fixtures Announced

Defending champions India will begin their campaign against USA on February 7 in Mumbai, followed by Namibia on February 12 in Delhi, the high-voltage clash against Pakistan on February 15 in Colombo, and finally Netherlands on February 18 in Ahmedabad.

Matches for the tournament will be hosted across Delhi, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, Colombo, and Kandy, ensuring widespread fan engagement across India and Sri Lanka.

Recent India–Pakistan Rivalries

India comes into the tournament with a psychological edge, having beaten Pakistan three times in the Asia Cup 2025, including the memorable five-wicket victory in the final. Their last ICC T20 World Cup meeting was in 2024, where India triumphed in a thrilling low-scoring encounter on June 9 at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium.

Rohit Sharma Named Brand Ambassador

Adding to the excitement, Indian batting legend Rohit Sharma, a champion in 2007 and captain of India’s victorious 2024 campaign has been appointed the brand ambassador for the 2026 edition.

A Tournament Loaded With Expectations

With India entering as defending champions and a blockbuster Indo-Pak clash on the cards, the 2026 T20 World Cup promises unmatched drama, hype, and cricketing brilliance. Fans across the globe are already marking their calendars.