Devajit Saikia with Team India before the start of the T20 World Cup (Photo by @lonsaikia on X) NEW DELHI: As India prepared for the opening match of the T20 World Cup 2026, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said he had made a last-minute check on the team’s preparations and match arrangements at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. On X, he shared, “Inspected and discussed the final preparations of Team India and also reviewed the arrangements for hosting the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which begins today at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
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The T20 World Cup began on February 7 and will continue until March 8, with 20 teams playing 55 matches across India and Sri Lanka. Led by Suryakumar Yadav, India are set to begin their campaign against the United States at the Wankhede. They will then face Namibia in Delhi on February 12, followed by a scheduled clash with Pakistan on February 15 in Colombo, although that match is uncertain due to the announcement of Pakistan’s boycott. India’s final group game will be against the Netherlands on February 18 in Ahmedabad.ICC Chairman Jay Shah had earlier wished all the teams the best for the tournament and highlighted how competitive the event has been over the years. He said: “Six different champions already in nine editions of the @ICC Men’s @T20WorldCup. We wish the teams the best of luck as they fight for the crown in 55 thrilling matches in India and Sri Lanka!”The opening match of the tournament featured Pakistan and the Netherlands in Colombo, while India began their campaign on the same day in Mumbai, marking the start of another high-stakes global cricket event for fans.
