LAHORE: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly firmed up the schedule for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, with a blockbuster Pakistan–India showdown pencilled in for February 15.
According to Indian media, the 10th edition of the tournament is expected to run from February 7 to March 8, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, and featuring 20 participating teams. The ICC is tipped to officially release the schedule on November 25.
Reports suggest Pakistan and India have been drawn into the same group alongside the United States, Namibia, and the Netherlands. The highly anticipated clash between the rivals is slated to take place in Colombo, while Pakistan is expected to play all of its group matches in Sri Lanka.
Under the event format, the 20 teams will be split into four groups of five. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the Super Eight stage, which will be further divided into two groups of four. The leading two sides from each Super Eight group will then progress to the semi-finals.
India will enter the competition as the defending champions after defeating South Africa in the final in Barbados earlier this year.
All 20 teams have already secured their spots, with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) becoming the final side to qualify last month.
The final is likely to be staged either in Ahmedabad or Colombo, with the venue potentially depending on Pakistan’s progression—an outcome influenced by ongoing political tensions that have halted bilateral cricket between India and Pakistan.
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