Captains’ Carnival sets tone for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

The build-up to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 gathered pace on Thursday as captains of all participating teams came together for a colourful Captains’ Carnival held simultaneously in Mumbai and Colombo.

The unique dual-venue event brought together leaders of all 20 teams, offering an early glimpse into the excitement, intensity, and competitive depth expected in the tournament’s landmark 10th edition. Captains shared their preparations, expectations, and views while engaging with media and fans ahead of the global showpiece.

India captain Suryakumar Yadav, England’s Harry Brook, New Zealand’s Mitchell Santner, South Africa’s Aiden Markram, West Indies skipper Shai Hope, and Scotland’s Richie Berrington were among those present in Mumbai, while Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha, Australia’s Mitchell Marsh, Sri Lanka’s Dasun Shanaka, and Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza attended the Colombo leg.

Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will run from 7 February to 8 March, featuring 20 teams and 55 matches across eight venues in the two countries.