🇮🇳 India Squad for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Official Team List, Schedule & Updates
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced India’s 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to be played in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8, 2026.
Led by Suryakumar Yadav, the defending champions will look to create history by winning back-to-back T20 World Cup titles on home soil after their memorable triumph in 2024.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 India Squad
| No. | Player | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suryakumar Yadav (C) | Middle-order Batsman |
| 2 | Jasprit Bumrah | Fast Bowler |
| 3 | Abhishek Sharma | Opening Batsman |
| 4 | Harshit Rana | Fast Bowler |
| 5 | Sanju Samson (WK) | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| 6 | Arshdeep Singh | Left-arm Fast Bowler |
| 7 | Tilak Varma | Middle-order Batsman |
| 8 | Kuldeep Yadav | Spinner |
| 9 | Hardik Pandya | All-rounder |
| 10 | Varun Chakravarthy | Mystery Spinner |
| 11 | Shivam Dube | Batting All-rounder |
| 12 | Washington Sundar | Spin All-rounder |
| 13 | Axar Patel (VC) | Spin All-rounder |
| 14 | Ishan Kishan (WK) | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| 15 | Rinku Singh | Finisher |
Status: Officially announced by BCCI on December 20, 2025
Leadership & Team Management
- Captain: Suryakumar Yadav
- Vice-Captain: Axar Patel
- Head Coach: Gautam Gambhir
Suryakumar Yadav continues as captain after guiding India to T20 World Cup glory in 2024. His attacking approach and modern T20 mindset remain central to India’s plans, while Axar Patel’s elevation as vice-captain highlights the team’s faith in his consistency across formats.
India’s Group – ICC T20 World Cup 2026
| Team | Qualification Path |
|---|---|
| India 🇮🇳 | Tournament Host |
| Pakistan 🇵🇰 | ICC Men’s T20I Rankings |
| United States 🇺🇸 | Americas Qualifier |
| Netherlands 🇳🇱 | Europe Qualifier |
| Namibia 🇳🇦 | Africa Qualifier |
India’s Group Stage Fixtures – ICC T20 World Cup 2026
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST / LOCAL) | Time (PKT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Feb 7, 2026 | India vs United States | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 7:00 PM | 6:30 PM |
| Thu, Feb 12, 2026 | India vs Namibia | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 7:00 PM | 6:30 PM |
| Sun, Feb 15, 2026 | India vs Pakistan | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM | 6:30 PM |
| Wed, Feb 18, 2026 | India vs Netherlands | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:00 PM | 6:30 PM |
India’s Predicted Playing XI – T20 World Cup 2026
| Position | Player | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abhishek Sharma | Opening Batsman |
| 2 | Ishan Kishan (WK) | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| 3 | Suryakumar Yadav (C) | Middle-order Batsman |
| 4 | Tilak Varma | Middle-order Batsman |
| 5 | Hardik Pandya | All-rounder |
| 6 | Shivam Dube | Batting All-rounder |
| 7 | Rinku Singh | Finisher |
| 8 | Axar Patel | Spin All-rounder |
| 9 | Kuldeep Yadav | Spinner |
| 10 | Jasprit Bumrah | Fast Bowler |
| 11 | Arshdeep Singh | Left-arm Fast Bowler |
Bench Options: Sanju Samson (WK), Washington Sundar, Varun Chakravarthy, Harshit Rana
Team Strengths & Key Analysis
- Batting Firepower: With explosive options like Suryakumar Yadav, Abhishek Sharma, Rinku Singh, and Hardik Pandya, India possess one of the most dangerous batting line-ups in the tournament.
- Spin Depth: Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Washington Sundar, and Varun Chakravarthy give India unmatched spin variety, perfectly suited for subcontinent conditions.
- Pace Backbone: Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh will lead the fast-bowling attack, supported by Harshit Rana’s raw pace and energy.
- Home Advantage: Playing in familiar conditions with crowd support across venues could be a decisive factor in crunch matches.
India’s Road to Glory
After ending a 17-year wait by winning the T20 World Cup in 2024, India now have a golden opportunity to defend their crown at home. With a settled core, balanced squad, and experienced leadership, the Men in Blue will enter the 2026 tournament as firm favourites.
Final Word
India’s official T20 World Cup 2026 squad reflects depth, flexibility, and match-winning quality across all departments. With Suryakumar Yadav at the helm and a strong mix of youth and experience, India are well-positioned to chase another global title in front of their home fans.