The cricket world is buzzing as we approach the 10th edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. With 20 teams competing across 55 high-octane matches, the tournament promises to be a month-long festival of cricket from February 7 to March 8, 2026.
Whether you’re planning to witness the action live or follow from home, here is the updated breakdown of fixtures, teams, and how to secure your tickets.
1. How to Secure Your Tickets
Tickets for the 2026 edition are being released in phases to ensure fair access. Phase II sales are currently live, but marquee matches are selling out fast.
Official Booking Portal: tickets.cricketworldcup.com
Ticketing Partner (India): For matches held in India, fans will be redirected to BookMyShow.
Digital Access: The ICC has shifted toward digital-first entry. In many venues, your M-Ticket (available on the BookMyShow app 40 hours before the match) is all you need for entry—no physical pickup required.
Ticket Pricing Breakdown
The ICC has focused on affordability, with entry-level prices at record lows:
India Matches: Starting at ₹100 (approx. $1.11) for non-India group games.
Sri Lanka Matches: Starting at LKR 1,000 (approx. $3.26).
Premium Games: Marquee clashes like India vs. USA (Mumbai) start around ₹2,500, while the India vs. Pakistan clash in Colombo saw initial prices around LKR 1,500 (though these are now mostly in the resale/premium phase).
2. Groups & Key Team Changes
The tournament features 20 nations divided into four groups. Reddy Anna Book In a major last-minute update, Scotland has replaced Bangladesh in Group C after the latter withdrew from the tournament.
| Group A | Group B | Group C | Group D |
| India | Australia | England | South Africa |
| Pakistan | Sri Lanka | West Indies | New Zealand |
| USA | Ireland | Scotland | Afghanistan |
| Netherlands | Zimbabwe | Nepal | Canada |
| Namibia | Oman | Italy | UAE |
3. Official Schedule & Key Fixtures
The tournament begins on February 7, 2026, with three simultaneous openers. Notably, Pakistan will play all their matches in Sri Lanka due to a neutral-venue agreement.
Must-Watch Group Games:
Feb 7: India vs. USA (Mumbai) | Pakistan vs. Netherlands (Colombo)
Feb 11: England vs. West Indies (Mumbai)
Feb 15: India vs. Pakistan (R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo)
Feb 18: India vs. Netherlands (Ahmedabad)
The Knockout Stage:
Semi-Final 1: March 4 (Kolkata or Colombo*)
Semi-Final 2: March 5 (Mumbai)
The Final: March 8 (Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad)
*If Pakistan qualifies for the semi-finals, they will play in Colombo.
4. Host Cities & Venues
The tournament is spread across eight world-class stadiums in the subcontinent.
In India:
Ahmedabad: Narendra Modi Stadium (Host of the Final)
Mumbai: Wankhede Stadium (Host of SF2)
Kolkata: Eden Gardens (Host of SF1)
Chennai: MA Chidambaram Stadium
New Delhi: Arun Jaitley Stadium
In Sri Lanka:
Colombo: R. Premadasa Stadium
Colombo: Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC)
Kandy: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
Pro-Tips for Fans
Check Availability: Cities like Ahmedabad and Kolkata currently have the best availability for budget tickets (₹100–₹500).
Follow the App: Download the official ICC app for real-time alerts on Phase III ticket releases for the Super 8 and Knockout stages.
Travel Prep: If you're traveling from India to Sri Lanka for the India-Pakistan clash, ensure your e-visa is processed at least two weeks in advance.
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