2026 T20 World Cup: Fixtures, Results & Scorecards | India & Sri Lanka
India continued their dominant run in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, securing a series of victories in the group stage leading up to a semi-final clash with England. The tournament, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, is running from to , and India have quickly established themselves as strong contenders to defend their title.
Early Group Stage Successes
India began their campaign with a convincing 29-run victory over the USA on in Mumbai. They followed this up with a resounding 93-run win against Namibia in New Delhi on . The momentum continued as they defeated Pakistan by a significant margin of 61 runs in Colombo on , a highly anticipated match that lived up to its billing. Their winning streak extended with a 17-run victory over the Netherlands in Ahmedabad on .
Navigating the Super 8s
India qualified for the Super 8s with a game to spare, having won all their matches in Group A. However, their record-breaking 17-game winning streak in ICC tournaments was halted by South Africa, who secured a 76-run victory. Despite this setback, the Indian team demonstrated resilience, bouncing back with wins over Zimbabwe and West Indies to secure their place in the semi-finals.
Semi-Final Showdown with England
India faced England in the second semi-final, held in Mumbai on . The outcome of this match will determine whether India can advance to the final, scheduled to take place in Ahmedabad on .
Broadcast Details for Global Fans
For fans following the tournament worldwide, the ICC has announced comprehensive broadcast arrangements. In India, JioStar is providing coverage via Star Sports on linear television and the JioHotstar digital platform. Every match is available in five languages – English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada – on JioStar’s TV and Digital coverage. Additional regional feeds in Bengali, Bhojpuri, and Haryanvi are available exclusively on JioHotstar. Coverage in Marathi and Indian Sign Language will be available for all Team India matches, the semi-finals, and the final, also on JioHotstar.
Innovative Viewing Options
JioHotstar is also offering innovative viewing options for fans, including a vertical live feed in both English and Hindi for mobile users. Viewers can also enjoy games via a 360-degree view and a Multi-cam feature, allowing them to choose their preferred vantage point – Hero, Stump, Battery, Field view, or Multi-View. JioStar has partnered with PVR – Inox to provide screenings of select matches nationwide.
Warm-Up Match Performance
Prior to the main tournament, India showcased their form with a 30-run victory over South Africa in a warm-up match. This performance provided a glimpse of the batting firepower that has been a key feature of their campaign so far.
Tournament Overview
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 features 20 teams competing across 55 matches. The tournament’s co-hosting arrangement between India and Sri Lanka aims to bring the excitement of T20 cricket to a wider audience. The broadcast arrangements reflect the ICC’s commitment to making the tournament accessible to fans across television, digital, audio, and emerging formats.
Looking Ahead
With a strong showing in the group stage and a place in the semi-finals secured, India will be looking to continue their impressive form and compete for the title. The match against England represents a significant challenge, but the team’s depth and experience will be crucial as they aim to lift the trophy in Ahmedabad.