The International Cricket Council has officially revealed the much-anticipated schedule for the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup, sending waves of excitement through the cricketing world. In a significant parallel announcement, Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma was named as an official brand ambassador for the global governing body.
Host Cities and Tournament Venues
The world cup will see matches played across a selection of premier cricketing venues in the subcontinent. The ICC confirmed that Delhi, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Kolkata, and Mumbai in India, alongside Colombo and Kandy in Sri Lanka, will host the tournament's fixtures. This distribution highlights the shared hosting model and the dense cricketing culture of the region, promising a festival of cricket for fans.
Rohit Sharma's Role as ICC Ambassador
The appointment of Rohit Sharma as an ICC brand ambassador is a major highlight. This role will see the celebrated Indian batsman promoting the sport globally in the lead-up to and during the 2026 T20 World Cup. His immense popularity and success in the shortest format of the game make him an ideal figure to represent the ICC and build anticipation for the event.
Looking Ahead to the 2026 Cricket Spectacle
With the schedule now unveiled and a star ambassador on board, the countdown to the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup has truly begun. The announcement, made by the ICC on November 25, 2025, sets the stage for what promises to be a monumental event. Fans can now look forward to a thrilling tournament that will bring the world's best cricketers to these iconic stadiums.
