ICC T20I World Cup 2026 Schedule: If Sri Lanka or Pakistan reach the final, the title match will be held in Colombo.
ICC T20I World Cup 2026 Schedule: A major update has emerged regarding the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. The tournament will begin on February 7, 2026, and the final will be played on March 8. This World Cup will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. India’s confidence is high after winning the 2024 T20 World Cup. Playing in home conditions in 2026 could prove to be a major advantage for the Indian team. The captain and selectors will now work to finalize the team combination over the next few months.
First and Last Match in Ahmedabad
According to reports in the Indian Express, the Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad) will host both the first and final matches of the tournament. If the semi-final between India and Pakistan is held, that match will be played in Colombo, and in the event of a semi-final, the second semi-final will be played at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Bengaluru has been included as a possible venue for practice matches.
What will happen if Sri Lanka or Pakistan reach the final four?
If Sri Lanka or Pakistan reach the final four, the match will be played in Colombo. The venue for the final is still to be decided and will depend on who qualifies. However, if Pakistan reaches the final, the match will be played in Sri Lanka.
India vs. Pakistan Match in Sri Lanka
Meanwhile, if India and Pakistan clash in this tournament, the match will be played in Sri Lanka. This decision has been made considering security and the atmosphere between the two countries.
List of potential venues for the matches
The ICC has shortlisted a total of nine venues in India and Sri Lanka for the World Cup.
List of venues for matches in India
Ahmedabad (Narendra Modi Stadium)
Mumbai (Wankhede Stadium)
Kolkata (Eden Gardens)
Delhi (Arun Jaitley Stadium)
Chennai (MA Chidambaram Stadium)
List of venues for matches in Sri Lanka
Colombo (R. Premadasa Stadium)
Colombo (P. Saravanamuthu Stadium)
Kandy (Pallekele International Stadium)
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