T20 World Cup 2026: England Aim for Historic Third Trophy – Schedule & How to Watch Live in UK

England head into the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 with confidence and strong momentum, hoping to become one of the most successful teams in the history of the tournament by winning a record-equalling third title.

T20 World Cup 2026: England Aim for Historic Third Trophy – Schedule


The tournament begins on 7 February 2026, while England start their campaign a day later on 8 February at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, where they face Nepal in their opening Group C match.

Tournament Overview

The 10th edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka and played across major cricket venues including:

  • Mumbai
  • Kolkata
  • Ahmedabad
  • Chennai
  • Delhi
  • Colombo
  • Kandy

A total of 20 teams will compete from February 7 to March 8, 2026.

England Group C Teams

England have been drawn into a competitive Group C alongside:

  • West Indies (two-time champions)
  • Nepal
  • Italy (tournament debut)
  • Scotland (replacement for Bangladesh)

Each team will play the others once in a round-robin format. The top two teams will qualify for the Super 8 stage.

Tournament Format Explained

After the group stage:

  • Top 2 teams from each group move to Super 8
  • Teams split into two groups of four
  • Each team plays three matches
  • Top two from each group advance to semi-finals
  • Winners meet in the final on March 8

No points from the first round carry forward.

England Fixtures – T20 World Cup 2026


Match Opponent Venue Date
Match 1 Nepal Mumbai Feb 8, 2026
Match 2 West Indies Mumbai Feb 11, 2026
Match 3 Scotland Kolkata Feb 14, 2026
Match 4 Italy Kolkata Feb 16, 2026


England Squad & Captain

Young star Harry Brook will captain England in the 2026 edition.

Key players returning from the 2022 championship squad:

  • Jos Buttler
  • Sam Curran
  • Adil Rashid
  • Phil Salt

England arrive in excellent form after a 3-0 away series victory against Sri Lanka just before the World Cup.

England’s T20 World Cup History

England have been one of the most consistent teams in T20 World Cups:

  • Champions: 2010, 2022
  • Runners-up: 2016
  • Semi-finalists: 2024
  • Played every edition since 2007

Winning in 2026 would place them among the most decorated teams in tournament history.

How to Watch T20 World Cup 2026 Live in UK

Fans in the United Kingdom and Ireland can watch all matches live through:

Live Streaming

  • NOW app
  • NOW website

Live TV Broadcast

  • Sky Sports Cricket
  • Sky Sports Main Event

Live scores and updates will also be available online on sports coverage websites.

Why England Are Strong Contenders

  • Experienced match-winners
  • Balanced bowling attack
  • Explosive batting lineup
  • Winning momentum before tournament
  • Proven success in big ICC events

With a mix of youth and experience, England look well prepared to challenge for the trophy again.

Final Thoughts

England begin their T20 World Cup 2026 journey as serious title contenders. A strong start against Nepal could set the tone for the tournament. With big names, recent form, and championship experience, fans will expect another deep run — and possibly a historic third title.


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