Cricket lovers across the nation are eagerly waiting for the India T20 matches schedule in 2026. With India co-hosting the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 and touring England for a five-match T20I series, this year promises top-tier entertainment. Here’s the complete and updated T20 schedule for Team India in 2026.
India T20 Match Schedule 2026
| Tournament/Series | Month | Matches | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| India vs New Zealand T20I Series | Jan 2026 | 5 | India |
| ICC Men’s T20 World Cup | Feb–Mar 2026 | 4–7 | India & Sri Lanka |
| India Tour of England | July 2026 | 5 | England |
1. India vs New Zealand – T20I Series (January 2026)
India will begin its T20 journey in 2026 with a five-match home series against New Zealand, scheduled from January 21 to 31. The team opens in Nagpur, followed by matches in Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, and Thiruvananthapuram. This series will help India finalise combinations ahead of the T20 World Cup.
| Match No. | Date | Day | Match | Stadium | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 January 2026 | Wednesday | India vs New Zealand | VCA Stadium, Nagpur | 7:00 PM |
| 2 | 23 January 2026 | Friday | India vs New Zealand | Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Int’l Stadium, Raipur | 7:00 PM |
| 3 | 25 January 2026 | Sunday | India vs New Zealand | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati | 7:00 PM |
| 4 | 28 January 2026 | Wednesday | India vs New Zealand | ACA-VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam | 7:00 PM |
| 5 | 31 January 2026 | Saturday | India vs New Zealand | Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram | 7:00 PM |
2. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 (Fab-Mar 2026)
After the New Zealand series, India turns its focus to the T20 World Cup, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. India starts against the USA in Mumbai, followed by matches vs Namibia in Delhi, Pakistan in Colombo, and the Netherlands in Ahmedabad. If they qualify, India will move into the Super 8, with the final set for March 8, 2026.
| Match No. | Date | Day | Match | Stadium | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 February 2026 | Saturday | India vs USA | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 7:00 PM |
| 2 | 12 February 2026 | Thursday | India vs Namibia | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 7:00 PM |
| 3 | 15 February 2026 | Sunday | India vs Pakistan | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM |
| 4 | 18 February 2026 | Wednesday | India vs Netherlands | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:00 PM |
| 5 | Feb–Mar 2026 | – | Super 8 (If Qualified) | India/Sri Lanka World Cup Stadiums | TBC |
| 6 | March 2026 | – | Semi-final (If Qualified) | India/Sri Lanka World Cup Stadiums | TBC |
| 7 | 8 March 2026 | Sunday | Final (If Qualified) | India/Sri Lanka World Cup Stadiums | TBC |
3. India Tour of England – T20I Series (July 2026)
Right after the IPL 2026, India travels to England for a five-match T20I series in July. The tour begins on July 1 in Chester-le-Street, before moving to Manchester, Nottingham, Bristol, and finally Southampton. This away series will be an important test for India in overseas conditions.
| Match No. | Date | Day | Match | Stadium | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 July 2026 | Wednesday | India vs England | Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street | 11:00 PM |
| 2 | 4 July 2026 | Saturday | India vs England | Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester | 7:30 PM |
| 3 | 7 July 2026 | Tuesday | India vs England | Trent Bridge, Nottingham | 11:00 PM |
| 4 | 9 July 2026 | Thursday | India vs England | Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol | 11:00 PM |
| 5 | 11 July 2026 | Saturday | India vs England | Utilita Bowl, Southampton | 11:00 PM |
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| Date | Day | Series/Tournament | Match | Stadium | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 January | Wednesday | India vs New Zealand | 1st T20I | VCA Stadium, Nagpur | 7:00 PM |
| 23 January | Friday | India vs New Zealand | 2nd T20I | Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Int’l Stadium, Raipur | 7:00 PM |
| 25 January | Sunday | India vs New Zealand | 3rd T20I | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati | 7:00 PM |
| 28 January | Wednesday | India vs New Zealand | 4th T20I | ACA-VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam | 7:00 PM |
| 31 January | Saturday | India vs New Zealand | 5th T20I | Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram | 7:00 PM |
| 7 February | Saturday | T20 World Cup | India vs USA | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 7:00 PM |
| 12 February | Thursday | T20 World Cup | India vs Namibia | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 7:00 PM |
| 15 February | Sunday | T20 World Cup | India vs Pakistan | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM |
| 18 February | Wednesday | T20 World Cup | India vs Netherlands | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:00 PM |
| Feb–Mar | – | T20 World Cup | Super 8 (If Qualified) | India / Sri Lanka Stadiums | TBC |
| Feb–Mar | – | T20 World Cup | Semi-final (If Qualified) | Pallekele or Ahmedabad | TBC |
| 8 March | Sunday | T20 World Cup | Final (If Qualified) | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | TBC |
| 1 July | Wednesday | India Tour of England | 1st T20I vs England | Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street | 6:30 PM |
| 4 July | Saturday | India Tour of England | 2nd T20I vs England | Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester | 2:30 PM |
| 7 July | Tuesday | India Tour of England | 3rd T20I vs England | Trent Bridge, Nottingham | 6:30 PM |
| 9 July | Thursday | India Tour of England | 4th T20I vs England | Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol | 6:30 PM |
| 11 July | Saturday | India Tour of England | 5th T20I vs England | Utilita Bowl, Southampton | 6:30 PM |
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India T20 Match Schedule Related FAQs
How many T20 World Cups has India won?
India has won the ICC T20 World Cup twice – first in 2007 under MS Dhoni and again in 2024, when Rohit Sharma’s team defeated South Africa in the final at Barbados.
How many T20 trophies has India won?
India has 2 T20 World Cup titles (2007 & 2024), 2 Asia Cups in the T20 format (2016 & 2018), and multiple bilateral T20I series wins against top cricketing nations. India has also won the ICC Champions Trophy (2013), highlighting their strength in white-ball cricket.
Who is the current India T20 captain?
As of 2026, Suryakumar Yadav is the captain of India’s T20 International team, continuing in the role after Rohit Sharma stepped down following the 2024 World Cup victory.
How many T20 matches has India played?
Till January 2026, India has played 230+ T20 International matches. The total continues to rise with upcoming series against New Zealand, the T20 World Cup, and the England tour.
How many T20 series has India won?
India has won 20+ bilateral T20I series, including historic wins over Australia, England, New Zealand, South Africa, and Sri Lanka, in addition to global titles like the T20 World Cup and Asia Cup.
When did T20 cricket start in India?
T20 cricket in India began in 2006, when the national team played its first-ever T20 International against South Africa on 1 December 2006 in Johannesburg.
When is India vs Pakistan T20 match in 2026?
India will face Pakistan on 15 February 2026 during the T20 World Cup at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
When is India vs New Zealand T20 match in 2026?
India will play five T20Is against New Zealand from 21 January to 31 January 2026 at Nagpur, Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, and Thiruvananthapuram.
When is India vs England T20 match in 2026?
India will tour England in July 2026 for a five-match T20I series:
1 July – Chester-le-Street
4 July – Manchester
7 July – Nottingham
9 July – Bristol
11 July – Southampton
