The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will take place in February and March. The list of 20 participating teams is now set, as the UAE qualified for the tournament during the Asia-EAP Qualifier in Oman.
The tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. It will be a delight for cricket fans around the world to see more T20 action.
The last three spots in the 20-team tournament were finalized after UAE, Nepal, and Oman secured their places from the Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Tournament Overview
The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will be co‑hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8, featuring 20 teams and 55 matches in a format that includes group stages, Super 8s, and knockouts.
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
|---|---|
| Administrator | International Cricket Council (ICC) |
| Format | Twenty-20 Internationals |
| Tournament format | Group stage, Super 8s & Knockout stage |
| Host(s) | India & Sri Lanka |
| Number of teams | 20 |
| Number of matches | 55 |
| Recent edition | 2024 |
| Current champions | India |
List of Teams in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
The 20 teams for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 have now been confirmed. Some teams get direct entry as hosts or based on past performance, while others had to win their spots through regional qualifiers.
Here’s how each team has qualified:
| Team | Qualification Method |
|---|---|
| India | Co-hosts |
| Sri Lanka | Co-hosts |
| Afghanistan | Top 7 finish in T20WC 2024 |
| Australia | Top 7 finish in T20WC 2024 |
| Bangladesh | Top 7 finish in T20WC 2024 |
| England | Top 7 finish in T20WC 2024 |
| South Africa | Top 7 finish in T20WC 2024 |
| USA | Top 7 finish in T20WC 2024 |
| West Indies | Top 7 finish in T20WC 2024 |
| Ireland | ICC Men’s T20 Team Rankings |
| New Zealand | ICC Men’s T20 Team Rankings |
| Pakistan | ICC Men’s T20 Team Rankings |
| Canada | Americas Qualifier |
| Italy | Europe Qualifier |
| Netherlands | Europe Qualifier |
| Namibia | Africa Qualifier |
| Zimbabwe | Africa Qualifier |
| Nepal | Asia/EAP Qualifier |
| Oman | Asia/EAP Qualifier |
| UAE | Asia/EAP Qualifier |
Conclusion: All 20 Teams Locked In for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026!
All 20 teams for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 are now confirmed, and the stage is set! With UAE, Nepal, and Oman taking the final spots through the qualifiers, the full lineup is ready for a thrilling tournament.
Fans can expect a great mix of top cricket nations and exciting underdogs. From strong teams like India, England, and Australia to rising sides like Italy and Namibia, this World Cup will have something for everyone to enjoy.
The tournament will be held from February 7 to March 8, 2026, in India and Sri Lanka. Get ready for some amazing T20 action!
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