ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026: Full Group Schedule & Fixtures


Welcome to Wicket Stump, your ultimate destination for all things cricket! The countdown is over, and the stage is set for the most anticipated T20 event of the year. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is heading to the subcontinent, co-hosted by heavyweights India and Sri Lanka.

With 20 teams, 55 matches, and a brand-new hierarchy of talent, this tournament promises to be a carnival of sixes and wickets. Whether you're rooting for the defending champions or the rising associate nations, we've got you covered with the complete guide to groups, venues, and the full schedule.

Tournament Overview: Format and Venues

The 2026 edition follows the expansive format introduced in 2024.

  • The Group Stage: 20 teams divided into 4 groups of 5. The top two from each group move to the Super 8s.

  • The Super 8s: Two groups of four. The top two from each of these advance to the Semi-Finals.

  • The Knockouts: Straight elimination. Two semi-finals and the grand finale in Ahmedabad.

Host Cities:

  • India: Mumbai (Wankhede), Chennai (Chepauk), Ahmedabad (Narendra Modi Stadium), Delhi (Arun Jaitley Stadium), and Kolkata (Eden Gardens).

  • Sri Lanka: Colombo (R. Premadasa and SSC Grounds) and Kandy (Pallekele).

The Group Standings

Group AGroup BGroup CGroup D
India (H)AustraliaEnglandSouth Africa
PakistanSri Lanka (H)West IndiesNew Zealand
USAIrelandScotlandAfghanistan
NetherlandsZimbabweNepalCanada
NamibiaOmanItalyUAE

Full Schedule: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

Week 1: The Opening Fireworks

The tournament kicks off on February 7, 2026, with a triple-header that spans both host nations.

DateMatchVenueTime (IST)
Feb 7Pakistan vs NetherlandsSSC, Colombo11:00 AM
Feb 7West Indies vs ScotlandKolkata3:00 PM
Feb 7India vs USAMumbai7:00 PM
Feb 8New Zealand vs AfghanistanChennai11:00 AM
Feb 8England vs NepalMumbai3:00 PM
Feb 8Sri Lanka vs IrelandRPS, Colombo7:00 PM
Feb 9Scotland vs ItalyKolkata11:00 AM
Feb 9Zimbabwe vs OmanSSC, Colombo3:00 PM
Feb 9South Africa vs CanadaAhmedabad7:00 PM
Feb 10Netherlands vs NamibiaDelhi11:00 AM
Feb 10New Zealand vs UAEChennai3:00 PM
Feb 10Pakistan vs USASSC, Colombo7:00 PM
Feb 11South Africa vs AfghanistanAhmedabad11:00 AM
Feb 11Australia vs IrelandRPS, Colombo3:00 PM
Feb 11England vs West IndiesMumbai7:00 PM

Week 2: The Battles Heat Up

This week features the "Big One"—India vs. Pakistan in Colombo.

DateMatchVenueTime (IST)
Feb 12Sri Lanka vs OmanKandy11:00 AM
Feb 12Nepal vs ItalyMumbai3:00 PM
Feb 12India vs NamibiaDelhi7:00 PM
Feb 13Australia vs ZimbabweRPS, Colombo11:00 AM
Feb 13Canada vs UAEDelhi3:00 PM
Feb 13USA vs NetherlandsChennai7:00 PM
Feb 14Ireland vs OmanSSC, Colombo11:00 AM
Feb 14England vs ScotlandKolkata3:00 PM
Feb 14New Zealand vs South AfricaAhmedabad7:00 PM
Feb 15West Indies vs NepalMumbai11:00 AM
Feb 15USA vs NamibiaChennai3:00 PM
Feb 15India vs PakistanRPS, Colombo7:00 PM
Feb 16Afghanistan vs UAEDelhi11:00 AM
Feb 16England vs ItalyKolkata3:00 PM
Feb 16Australia vs Sri LankaKandy7:00 PM

Week 3: Group Stage Conclusion

The final push for a spot in the Super 8s.

DateMatchVenueTime (IST)
Feb 17New Zealand vs CanadaChennai11:00 AM
Feb 17Ireland vs ZimbabweKandy3:00 PM
Feb 17Scotland vs NepalMumbai7:00 PM
Feb 18South Africa vs UAEDelhi11:00 AM
Feb 18Pakistan vs NamibiaSSC, Colombo3:00 PM
Feb 18India vs NetherlandsAhmedabad7:00 PM
Feb 19West Indies vs ItalyKolkata11:00 AM
Feb 19Sri Lanka vs ZimbabweRPS, Colombo3:00 PM
Feb 19Afghanistan vs CanadaChennai7:00 PM
Feb 20Australia vs OmanKandy7:00 PM

Super 8 Stage Schedule

The top teams from each group will be re-seeded into two groups (Group 1 & Group 2).

DateMatchVenueTime (IST)
Feb 21Y2 vs Y3RPS, Colombo7:00 PM
Feb 22Y1 vs Y4Kandy3:00 PM
Feb 22X1 vs X4Ahmedabad7:00 PM
Feb 23X2 vs X3Mumbai7:00 PM
Feb 24Y1 vs Y3Kandy7:00 PM
Feb 25Y2 vs Y4RPS, Colombo7:00 PM
Feb 26X3 vs X4Ahmedabad3:00 PM
Feb 26X1 vs X2Chennai7:00 PM
Feb 27Y1 vs Y2RPS, Colombo7:00 PM
Feb 28Y3 vs Y4Kandy7:00 PM
Mar 1X2 vs X4Delhi3:00 PM
Mar 1X1 vs X3Kolkata7:00 PM

The Knockouts: The Road to Glory

DateMatchVenueTime (IST)
Mar 4Semi-Final 1Kolkata/Colombo7:00 PM
Mar 5Semi-Final 2Mumbai7:00 PM
Mar 8The Grand FinalAhmedabad7:00 PM

Key Storylines to Watch

  1. Home Advantage: Can India or Sri Lanka use their spin-friendly tracks to dominate? The Wankhede and Premadasa will be roaring for the hosts.

  2. The Underdogs: Italy makes a historic appearance, while Nepal and the USA aim to prove their 2024 performances weren't just a fluke.

  3. The Captaincy Shifts: With several veterans moving on, new leaders like Suryakumar Yadav (India) and Harry Brook (England) will be tested on the grandest stage.

  4. The "Group of Death": Group D (South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan) looks particularly brutal. One major team is guaranteed to go home early.

Stay tuned to Wicket Stump for daily match previews, post-match analysis, and the latest injury updates from the 2026 T20 World Cup! Who is your pick to lift the trophy in Ahmedabad? Let us know in the comments!

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