The wait is finally over! The full schedule and group draw for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 have been revealed. Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the tournament kicks off on February 7th.
The high-voltage India vs Pakistan clash will take place at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 15th!
The Groups
Group A: The Sub-Continent Showdown
- 🇮🇳 India
- 🇵🇰 Pakistan
- 🇳🇱 Netherlands
- 🇺🇸 USA
- 🇳🇦 Namibia
Ai11 Fantasy Insight: On paper, this looks like a smooth sailing for the arch-rivals India and Pakistan to the Super 8s. However, the Netherlands (who have upset big teams before) and the USA (coming off a strong 2024 cycle) cannot be taken lightly.
- Key Fixture: IND vs PAK | Feb 15 | Colombo 🇱🇰
- Fantasy Tip: Stack your teams with Indian and Pakistani openers against Namibia and USA for maximum points.
Group B: The 'Group of Batters'
- 🏴 England
- 🏝️ West Indies
- 🇧🇩 Bangladesh
- 🇳🇵 Nepal
- 🇮🇹 Italy
Ai11 Fantasy Insight: Defending champions England and power-hitters West Indies are the heavy favorites here. Bangladesh will look to exploit the sub-continent conditions in Kolkata and Mumbai. Nepal brings passion and huge crowd support, while Italy makes a rare appearance.
- Key Fixture: ENG vs WI | Feb 11 | Wankhede, Mumbai 🇮🇳
- Fantasy Tip: Wankhede is a batting paradise. In ENG vs WI matches, Captain the power hitters!
Group C: The Toughest Fight
- 🇿🇦 South Africa
- 🇳🇿 New Zealand
- 🇦🇫 Afghanistan
- 🇦🇪 UAE
- 🇨🇦 Canada
Ai11 Fantasy Insight: This is the "Group of Death" for one reason: Afghanistan. With matches in Chennai (spin-friendly) and Ahmedabad, Afghanistan poses a massive threat to South Africa and New Zealand. Only two can qualify!
- Key Fixture: SA vs NZ | Feb 14 | Ahmedabad 🇮🇳
- Fantasy Tip: In Chennai matches (NZ vs AFG), load your team with spinners like Rashid Khan.
Group D: The Hosts & The Aussies
- 🇦🇺 Australia
- 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
- 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
- ☘️ Ireland
- 🇴🇲 Oman
Ai11 Fantasy Insight: Sri Lanka will enjoy the home advantage with most of their games in Colombo and Kandy. Australia is the other powerhouse. Ireland and Zimbabwe will battle it out to be the "giant killers," but the top two spots look secure for the big nations.
- Key Fixture: AUS vs SL | Feb 16 | Kandy 🇱🇰
- Fantasy Tip: Sri Lankan spinners at home are deadly. Wanindu Hasaranga is a default Captain pick for Group D matches.