The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup starts Feb. 4 in India and Sri Lanka, with India seeking a third title amid uncertainty over a Pakistan match.

India and Sri Lanka will co-host the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, which kicks off on February 4. The reigning champions, India, are aiming for a historic third title. India, under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav, takes on the United States in Mumbai as the top-ranked team after winning every recent Twenty20 series. Due to political unrest and an ICC venue dispute, Pakistan's government has refused to permit travel, raising doubts about a high-profile match against Pakistan on February 15 in Colombo. This could result in a forfeit and make things easier for India. Despite a mixed recent record, Sri Lanka hopes to take advantage of home advantage when hosting in Pallekele and Colombo. Twenty teams compete in the tournament, which is divided into four groups. Group play concludes on February 20 and is followed by the Super Eights, semifinals on March 4 and 5, and final on March 8.