The excitement is building as the ICC gears up to unveil the full schedule for the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 today, Tuesday, November 25, at 6:30 PM IST. Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, this edition promises blockbuster clashes, star-studded venues, and a chance for defending champions India to make history on home soil. Broadcasters Star Sports will air the announcement live, with streaming available on the JioHotstar app and website.
Early leaks suggest the tournament kicks off on February 7, 2026, and wraps up on March 8 with the final. India, led by skipper Suryakumar Yadav, are drawn in a group with Pakistan, USA, Netherlands, and Namibia—setting the stage for the iconic India vs Pakistan showdown on February 15 in Colombo. Expect high-stakes drama, neutral-venue protocols for Pakistan’s games, and a packed group stage with up to three matches per day.
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule Announcement LIVE UPDATES
7:43 PM IST – India’s Group A fixtures revealed!
Full schedule for defending champions India – all at 7:00 PM IST
February 7: India vs USA – Mumbai (Wankhede Stadium)
February 12: India vs Namibia – Delhi (Arun Jaitley Stadium)
February 15: India vs Pakistan – Colombo (R. Premadasa Stadium)
February 18: India vs Netherlands – Ahmedabad (Narendra Modi Stadium)
A multi-city tour for Team India in Group A. The IND vs PAK blockbuster on 15 Feb in Colombo is officially locked – neutral venue drama awaits!
7:22 PM IST – Groups OFFICIALLY announced!
India & Pakistan placed in the same group once again
Here are the four groups for ICC T20 World Cup 2026:
Group A: India, Pakistan, USA, Netherlands, Namibia
Group B: Australia, Sri Lanka, Ireland, Zimbabwe, Oman
Group C: England, West Indies, Bangladesh, Nepal, Italy
Group D: New Zealand, South Africa, Afghanistan, Canada, UAE
IND vs PAK confirmed in Group A – the blockbuster clash is ON! 🔥
7:15 PM IST – Rohit Sharma named brand ambassador!
ICC Chair Jay Shah appoints 2024 WC-winning captain as official ambassador
Rohit Sharma, who led India to the 2024 T20 World Cup title, has been appointed as the brand ambassador for the 10th edition of the ICC mega event. A fitting tribute to the Hitman ahead of India’s title defense!
7:10 PM IST – Jay Shah announces 8 venues!
5 in India, 3 in Sri Lanka – full list revealed
ICC Chairman Jay Shah has announced the 8 venues: Delhi, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai (India); Kandy, Colombo (two stadiums) (Sri Lanka). 5 Indian venues across zones, ensuring balanced hosting. The stage is set for epic battles!
7:05 PM IST – Jay Shah takes the stage!
ICC Chairman on stage – venues announcement incoming
ICC Chairman Jay Shah is on stage. The executive has announced the 8 venues – 5 in India and 3 in Sri Lanka. Excitement builds as the full schedule reveal edges closer!
6:55 PM IST – Jay Shah arrives at the venue!
BCCI Secretary & ICC Chairman Jay Shah reaches the event
Confirming their attendance, ICC Chairman Jay Shah has arrived at the event, alongside cricketing heavyweights Rohit Sharma, Harmanpreet Kaur, and India’s men’s T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav. The stage is set – just minutes away from the official T20 World Cup 2026 schedule reveal!
6:38 PM IST – Latest Update: Schedule reveal confirmed at 7 PM IST
Broadcasters just confirmed – official announcement starts at 7:00 PM IST sharp!
Star Sports promo is live on air right now showing 7 PM IST as the final time. Less than 2 hours 15 minutes left for the full T20 World Cup 2026 schedule drop. Refresh this page – we’re going LIVE the moment it begins!
3:15 PM IST – India vs Pakistan on 15 February in Colombo
First meeting since Asia Cup final – neutral venue confirmed
As per multiple reports (ESPNCricinfo, ANI, Indian Express), the blockbuster clash is locked for 15 Feb at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. All Pakistan matches in Sri Lanka due to existing agreement.
3:00 PM IST – India’s tentative group-stage schedule
India to play in 4 different cities
7 Feb: India vs USA – Wankhede, Mumbai (Opener)
12 Feb: India vs Namibia – Arun Jaitley, Delhi
15 Feb: India vs Pakistan – Colombo
18 Feb: India vs Netherlands – Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
2:45 PM IST – Final in Ahmedabad unless Pakistan qualify
Colombo backup final if PAK reach summit clash
Ahmedabad set to host opener + final. If Pakistan make the final → venue shifts to Colombo. Same rule applies for semi-finals involving Pakistan/Sri Lanka.
2:30 PM IST – Two World Cups in one year!
Men’s T20 WC: Feb–Mar 2026 (India-SL)
Women’s T20 WC: June–July 2026 (England)
2:15 PM IST – Confirmed teams (20)
India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Australia, England, New Zealand, South Africa, West Indies, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Ireland, Namibia, Netherlands, Scotland, USA, Canada, Nepal, Oman, UAE, Italy
2:00 PM IST – No host has ever won T20 World Cup
India aim to break the curse + defend title
9 editions → 0 host winners. India also defending champions — last team to defend was… never! Double history on the line.
1:45 PM IST – Group of Death?
Sri Lanka drawn with Australia, Zimbabwe, Ireland, Oman — tough path for co-hosts.
1:30 PM IST – Where to watch the announcement
TV: Star Sports 1, 2, 3
Streaming: JioHotstar app/website
Time: 7:00 PM IST onwards
1:15 PM IST – Mumbai & Kolkata to host semi-finals
Wankhede & Eden Gardens confirmed for semis. Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy in doubt due to security clearance delay after RCB parade stampede.
1:00 PM IST – From 81 teams to final 20
Two years of qualifiers → Italy, Nepal, Oman among the giant-killers who made it.
12:30 PM IST – Rohit Sharma & Suryakumar Yadav in attendance
Hitman + SKY will share insights. Harmanpreet Kaur also part of the star panel.
12:00 PM IST – Tournament dates confirmed
7 February – 8 March 2026
20 teams → 4 groups → Super 8 → Semis → Final
11:30 AM IST – Good morning, cricket fans!
Today is the day! Full fixture list drops at 7 PM. Stay tuned — we’ll update ball-by-ball (or rather, fixture-by-fixture) as soon as it’s out!
