What’s the format and full match schedule of the T20 World Cup 2026?

Al JazeeraCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Hafsa AdilJanuary 30, 2026 at 02:57 AM

What’s the format and full match schedule of the T20 World Cup 2026?

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The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, featuring 20 teams, will be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. The tournament begins with a group stage, where teams are divided into four groups of five. The top two teams from each group advance to the Super 8 stage, split into two groups of four. The best two teams from each Super 8 group will then compete in the semifinals, followed by the final. Due to security concerns, Bangladesh was expelled and replaced by Scotland. Matches will be played across five stadiums in India and three in Sri Lanka.

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