The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 is expected to be one of the biggest cricket tournaments in the world. After the success of recent T20 World Cups, fans are eagerly waiting to know the start date, host country, schedule, teams, and venues for the 2028 edition.
The tournament will feature the top international cricket teams competing for the T20 World Championship.
In this article, we cover everything known so far about the T20 World Cup 2028.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 Start Date
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 is expected to take place in October–November 2028.
Although the exact match schedule has not yet been officially announced by the ICC, the tournament will likely follow the traditional 4–5 week format, including group stages, Super rounds, semi-finals, and the final.
Expected Start Date: October 2028
Expected Final: November 2028
The official schedule will be released closer to the tournament by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 |
| Edition | 11th |
| Organizer | ICC |
| Format | T20 International |
| Expected Start | October 2028 |
| Expected Final | November 2028 |
| Total Teams | 20 (Expected) |
| Host Countries | Australia & New Zealand |
| Official Website | icc-cricket.com |
T20 World Cup 2028 Host Country
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 will be jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand.
Both countries have a strong history of hosting major ICC tournaments and are known for their world-class cricket infrastructure and stadiums.
Australia previously hosted:
- ICC T20 World Cup 2022
- ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 (co-hosted with New Zealand)
New Zealand has also hosted several major ICC tournaments and international cricket events.
With modern stadiums, excellent facilities, and passionate cricket fans, Australia and New Zealand are expected to deliver a successful T20 World Cup in 2028.
ICC T20 World Cup 2028 Teams (Expected)
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 will feature 20 teams competing for the title. As of now, 12 teams have already qualified for the tournament through different qualification pathways, including host status, performance in the 2026 tournament, and ICC T20I rankings.
The remaining 8 teams will qualify through regional qualifiers scheduled between 2026 and 2027.
Confirmed Qualified Teams (12 of 20)
The following teams have already secured their place in the T20 World Cup 2028.
| Team | Qualification Method |
|---|---|
| Australia | Co-host |
| New Zealand | Co-host and 2026 Super 8 participant |
| India | 2026 Super 8 participant |
| South Africa | 2026 Super 8 participant |
| England | 2026 Super 8 participant |
| West Indies | 2026 Super 8 participant |
| Pakistan | 2026 Super 8 participant |
| Sri Lanka | 2026 Super 8 participant |
| Zimbabwe | 2026 Super 8 participant |
| Afghanistan | ICC T20I Team Ranking (as of 9 March 2026) |
| Bangladesh | ICC T20I Team Ranking (as of 9 March 2026) |
| Ireland | ICC T20I Team Ranking (as of 9 March 2026) |
These teams secured qualification based on automatic qualification criteria set by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
Remaining 8 Spots (Regional Qualifiers)
The remaining 8 teams will qualify through ICC regional qualification tournaments, which will be held between 2026 and 2027.
The expected regional distribution of these qualification spots is:
| Region | Qualification Spots |
|---|---|
| Asia & East Asia-Pacific | 3 |
| Africa | 2 |
| Europe | 2 |
| Americas | 1 |
These qualification tournaments will allow emerging cricket nations to compete for a place in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028.
ICC T20 World Cup 2028 Format (Expected)
The tournament will likely follow a format similar to recent editions:
Group Stage
20 teams are divided into 4 groups of 5 teams.
Super 8 Round
Top teams from each group qualify for the Super 8 stage.
Knockout Stage
- Semi Final 1
- Semi Final 2
- Final
The winners of the final match will be crowned T20 World Cup Champions 2028.
Possible Venues for T20 World Cup 2028
Since the tournament will be hosted by Australia and New Zealand, matches could take place in major stadiums across both countries.
Australia Venues
- Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
- Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG)
- Perth Stadium
- Adelaide Oval
- Brisbane Cricket Ground (Gabba)
- Bellerive Oval
New Zealand Venues
- Eden Park (Auckland)
- Hagley Oval (Christchurch)
- Sky Stadium (Wellington)
- Bay Oval (Mount Maunganui)
- University Oval (Dunedin)
These stadiums have previously hosted international matches and ICC tournaments.
ICC T20 World Cup 2028 Schedule
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 schedule has not been officially released by the International Cricket Council (ICC). However, the tournament is expected to take place between October and November 2028 and follow a similar format to previous editions.
The competition will run for around 4 to 5 weeks, featuring group stage matches, the Super 8 round, semi-finals, and the final.
The official match fixtures, venues, and timings will be announced by the ICC closer to the tournament date.
Expected Tournament Timeline
| Stage | Expected Dates |
|---|---|
| Group Stage | October 2028 |
| Super 8 Round | Late October 2028 |
| Semi Finals | Early November 2028 |
| Final | November 2028 |
ICC T20 World Cup Winners List
| Year | Winner | Runner-Up | Host |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TBD | TBD | India & Sri Lanka |
| 2024 | India | South Africa | USA & West Indies |
| 2022 | England | Pakistan | Australia |
| 2021 | Australia | New Zealand | UAE & Oman |
| 2016 | West Indies | England | India |
| 2014 | Sri Lanka | India | Bangladesh |
| 2012 | West Indies | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka |
| 2010 | England | Australia | West Indies |
| 2009 | Pakistan | Sri Lanka | England |
| 2007 | India | Pakistan | South Africa |
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 Related FAQ
When will the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 start?
The tournament is expected to start in October 2028.
Where will the T20 World Cup 2028 be held?
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 will be jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand.
How many teams will play in the T20 World Cup 2028?
Around 20 teams are expected to participate.
When will the official schedule be released?
The ICC will announce the official schedule closer to the tournament.
When Is the Next T20 World Cup?
The next T20 World Cup will take place in 2028 and will be jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand. The tournament is expected to start in October 2028 and will feature 20 international teams competing for the title.
The official ICC T20 World Cup 2028 schedule will be announced closer to the tournament once the qualification process is completed.
