ICC announce 2026 T20 World Cup fixtures and schedule

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The International Cricket Council have confirmed the fixtures and schedule for the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.

The 20-team tournament will be played from 7 February to 8 March.

India are the reigning T20 World Cup champions. They beat South Africa in 2024’s final in Barbados, West Indies.

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2026 T20 World Cup teams

  1. India
  2. Sri Lanka
  3. Afghanistan
  4. Australia
  5. Bangladesh
  6. England
  7. South Africa
  8. United States
  9. West Indies
  10. Ireland
  11. New Zealand
  12. Pakistan
  13. Canada
  14. Netherlands
  15. Italy
  16. Zimbabwe
  17. Namibia
  18. Nepal
  19. Oman
  20. United Arab Emirates

2026 T20 World Cup groups

Group A

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Group B

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Group C

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Group D

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T20 World Cup fixtures and schedule

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T20 World Cup champions

The West Indies, England and India are the most successful teams in the history of the T20 World Cup with two titles each.

  • 2007: India
  • 2009: Pakistan
  • 2010: England
  • 2012: West Indies
  • 2014: Sri Lanka
  • 2016: West Indies
  • 2021: Australia
  • 2022: England
  • 2024: India

T20 World Cup – frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Is the T20 World Cup in 2025?

There is no T20 World Cup in 2025. There was a T20 World Cup in 2024. There will be a T20 World Cup in 2026.

Who is hosting the 2026 T20 World Cup?

Multiple cities across India and Sri Lanka will host the 2026 T20 World Cup.

Where is the next T20 World Cup?

The next T20 World Cup, in 2026, will be played in India and Sri Lanka.

Who is the highest wicket taker in T20 history?

Rashid Khan has the most wickets in T20 history. He also has the most T20I wickets.

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