ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026
ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 - FAQs
- When does T20 World Cup start?
The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 schedule starts on February 7, 2026, and runs until March 8. The opening match is between Pakistan and Netherlands in Colombo, while India face USA later in Mumbai.
- Where is T20 World Cup being played?
The T20 World Cup 2026 venue list includes eight stadiums across co-hosts India and Sri Lanka. Matches will be hosted at five Indian grounds and three Sri Lankan venues.
- Which stadium will host T20 World Cup final?
The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final is scheduled for March 8 at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. If Pakistan qualify, it will be shifted to R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
- How many matches in T20 World Cup?
The T20 World Cup 2026 match schedule has 55 matches in total. The 20 teams, divided into four groups of five, each play four group-stage games, followed by Super 8s, semi-final and final.
- When is India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match?
The India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match was scheduled for February 15, 2026, at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. However, Pakistan is boycotting the game.
Group A | M | W | L | Pts | NRR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1.45 | ||
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.24 | ||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -0.24 | ||
| 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -1.45 | ||
Group C | M | W | L | Pts | NRR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1.75 | ||
| 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.95 | ||
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.2 | ||
| 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -0.2 | ||
| 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -3.65 | ||
Group D | M | W | L | Pts | NRR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2.85 | ||
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1.162 | ||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -1.162 | ||
| 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -2.85 | ||
ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 - FAQs
- How does the T20 World Cup 2026 points table work?
Teams are ranked in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 points table based on points earned in group matches, with the top two from each group advancing to the Super 8s.
- How are points calculated in the T20 World Cup points table?
T20 World Cup 2026 cricket team points: Teams receive 2 points for a win, 1 point each for a tie/no result/abandoned match, and 0 for a loss.
- What happens if two teams are tied on points in the T20 World Cup?
If teams are level on points, positions in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 standings are initially decided by net run rate, with head-to-head considered if still tied.
- What happens if a match is abandoned due to rain?
If a match is abandoned with no result, both teams are awarded 1 point each in the points table.
- How many points do teams get for a win/loss in the T20 World Cup 2026?
A win earns 2 points, a loss earns 0, and 1 point each is given for ties or abandoned matches.
ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 - FAQs
- Which cricket teams are playing in ICC T20 World Cup 2026?
The T20 World Cup 2026 teams are India, Sri Lanka, USA, Pakistan, Namibia, Netherlands, Australia, Ireland, Zimbabwe, Oman, England, West Indies, Italy, Nepal, Scotland, South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan, Canada and UAE.
- How many groups are there in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026?
There are four groups of five teams each in the group stage of the tournament.
- Which teams have won past T20 World Cups?
Past champions include India, West Indies and England twice each, along with Australia, Pakistan and Sri Lanka once each.
- Who is the no. 1 T20 batsman?
As per the latest ICC T20I rankings (before the start of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026), Abhishek Sharma (India) is currently ranked no. 1 T20 batsman.
- Is Bangladesh playing the T20 World Cup 2026 or not?
Bangladesh is not playing in the 2026 T20 World Cup and has been replaced by Scotland after withdrawing from participation.
Top Run Scorers
| Player | T | R | Avg. | Mat | Inn | NO | HS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | 154 | 154.00 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 89 | |
| SCOT | 103 | 51.50 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 84 | |
| NED | 102 | 102.00 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 72 | |
| PAK | 102 | 102.00 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 55 | |
| NZ | 85 | 85.00 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 84 | |
| IND | 84 | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 84 | |
| UAE | 66 | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 66 | |
| WI | 64 | 64.00 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 64 | |
| CAN | 64 | 64.00 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 64 | |
| AFG | 63 | 63.00 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 63 |
Top Wicket Taker
| Player | T | W | Avg. | Mat | Ovs. | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | 6 | 5.50 | 2 | 6.0 | 33 | |
| WI | 5 | 4.00 | 1 | 3.0 | 20 | |
| SCOT | 5 | 11.80 | 2 | 8.0 | 59 | |
| SA | 4 | 7.75 | 1 | 4.0 | 31 | |
| ZIM | 3 | 5.67 | 1 | 4.0 | 17 | |
| ZIM | 3 | 6.00 | 1 | 3.5 | 18 | |
| SL | 3 | 7.67 | 1 | 4.0 | 23 | |
| SL | 3 | 8.33 | 1 | 4.0 | 25 | |
| WI | 3 | 10.00 | 1 | 3.5 | 30 | |
10. | CAN | 3 | 10.33 | 1 | 4.0 | 31 |