This report highlights the complete details of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. From the start of the tournament to the final, it discusses important dates, the list of 20 participating teams, their group distributions, the number of matches per venue in the host countries, and the channels where the games can be watched. Most importantly, the special condition regarding the change of venue if Pakistan reaches the knockout stage is also mentioned here. This is the complete guide to the 2026 T20 World Cup schedule and group announcements.
The full schedule and group distribution for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup have been announced. India and Sri Lanka are the joint hosts of this tournament. This grand event will begin on February 7, 2026, where a total of 20 teams will compete for the world championship.
Where to Watch?
The Star Sports Network and digital platforms will be responsible for broadcasting all matches of the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and the Indian subcontinent.
- On TV: Viewers can watch all matches on various channels of the Star Sports Network.
- On Mobile: Live streaming of the matches will be available on the JioHotstar app and website.
Key Schedule of 2026 T20 World Cup (From Start to Final)
| Phase | Date | Details |
| Tournament Starts | February 7, 2026 | First match of the group stage |
| Super Eight Starts | February 21, 2026 | Super Eight begins with the top 8 teams from the group stage |
| Semifinal 1 | March 4, 2026 | First Semifinal |
| Semifinal 2 | March 5, 2026 | Second Semifinal |
| Final | March 8, 2026 | The final match of the tournament |
Note: Due to security and political reasons, Pakistan’s matches will not be held in India; they will take place at the Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Number of Matches by Host Country and Stadium
Out of the total 55 matches in this tournament, 40 matches will be played in the group stage.
Group Stage Matches Hosted in India (21 Matches):
| City | Stadium Name | Number of Matches |
| Mumbai | Wankhede Stadium | 6 |
| Ahmedabad | Narendra Modi Stadium | 5 |
| Chennai | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium | 5 |
| Kolkata | Eden Gardens | 5 |
Group Stage Matches Hosted in Sri Lanka (19 Matches):
| City | Stadium Name | Number of Matches |
| Colombo | R. Premadasa Stadium | 7 |
| Kandy | Pallekele International Stadium | 6 |
| Dambulla | Rangiri Stadium | 6 |
List of 20 Participating Teams
- India, 2. Pakistan, 3. Australia, 4. Sri Lanka, 5. England, 6. West Indies, 7. Bangladesh, 8. South Africa, 9. New Zealand, 10. Afghanistan, 11. USA, 12. Netherlands, 13. Namibia, 14. Zimbabwe, 15. Ireland, 16. Oman, 17. Nepal, 18. Italy, 19. Canada, 20. United Arab Emirates.
2026 T20 World Cup Group Distribution
| Group | Teams |
| Group A | India, Pakistan, USA, Netherlands, Namibia |
| Group B | Australia, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, Ireland, Oman |
| Group C | England, West Indies, Bangladesh, Nepal, Italy |
| Group D | South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan, Canada, UAE |
This full schedule and group distribution of the 2026 T20 World Cup have created immense excitement among cricket fans. In particular, the India-Pakistan clash and the ICC’s conditions regarding the final venue have increased the excitement of this tournament manifold. Now it’s just a matter of waiting to see which 20 teams deliver their best performance on the road to becoming world champions.
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