The T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, is set to begin on February 7 with the final on March 8. Twenty teams are divided into four groups of five, with the top two advancing to the Super 8 stage. Pakistan will play all their matches in Sri Lanka. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has implemented seeding for logistical reasons, affecting Super 8 stage positions regardless of group stage performance.