Get Ready for the Excitement: Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Kicks Off Soon!

The Men's T20 World Cup 2026 is set to begin on February 7, featuring 20 teams competing for the title. With India as the defending champions, fans are eager to see if they can secure a third victory. The tournament will take place across eight venues, and viewers can enjoy live coverage on Star Sports and JioHotstar. Don't miss out on the thrilling matches and the chance to witness cricketing history!

By Narendra Chaudhary Feb 5, 2026, 18:42 IST

Thrilling Cricket Action Awaits

New Delhi: Cricket enthusiasts globally are gearing up for an exhilarating month as the Men's T20 World Cup 2026, hosted by the International Cricket Council (ICC), is set to commence on February 7, culminating in the final on March 8.

This year's championship will see 20 teams battling it out in 55 matches for the coveted title. With the excitement of the World Cup captivating millions, fans are eager to witness the teams striving for glory.

India enters the tournament as the reigning champions, aiming to secure their third title and successfully defend their championship.

The teams have been organized into four groups of five, with the top two from each group advancing to the Super Eights, where they will be seeded based on pre-established rankings.

Should Pakistan reach the semi-finals, the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo will take over as the venue for Semi-Final 1, and if they make it to the final, that match will also be held in Colombo. Otherwise, the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad will host the final.

In the event of a semi-final clash between India and Pakistan, it will take place in Colombo, while Mumbai will host Semi-Final 2 if India faces a different opponent.

The Men in Blue will begin their journey on February 7 with a group-stage match against the USA at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Groupings for the T20 World Cup:

Group A: India, USA, Namibia, Netherlands, Pakistan
Group B: Australia, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, Ireland, Oman
Group C: England, West Indies, Bangladesh, Italy, Nepal
Group D: South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan, Canada, UAE

Venues for the T20 World Cup 2026:

Eight venues have been selected for the tournament, including the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Eden Gardens in Kolkata, R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Cricket Ground in Colombo, and Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy.

Participating Teams:

The tournament will feature teams from India, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, England, South Africa, the USA, West Indies, Ireland, New Zealand, Pakistan, Canada, Italy, Netherlands, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Nepal, Oman, and the UAE.

Live Telecast Information in India:

Fans can catch the live action on Star Sports channels.

Live Streaming Details:

The live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar platform, with coverage in five languages: English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. Additional regional feeds in Bengali, Bhojpuri, and Haryanvi will also be provided.

Coverage in Marathi and Indian Sign Language will be available for all matches involving Team India, as well as the semi-finals and final on JioHotstar.

A vertical live feed will be accessible in English and Hindi on JioHotstar for mobile users, along with options for a 360-degree view and a Multi-cam feature.