The Men’s T20 World Cup returns to Sri Lanka after 14 years. Sri Lanka will co-host the 10th edition along with India.
Since Sri Lanka play all of their matches in familiar conditions, they will fancy their chances of claiming the T20 World Cup crown.
So, here’s all you need to know about Sri Lanka’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule.
But before that…
How did Sri Lanka perform in 2024?
Sri Lanka fared poorly in the 2024 edition. They managed a solitary win against the Netherlands and lost to South Africa and Bangladesh. And their game against Nepal was a washout.
How did Sri Lanka qualify for this edition?
Even though the Lankans couldn’t perform well, they were, nevertheless, guaranteed a direct qualification as co-hosts for the 2026 edition.
So, when does Sri Lanka play their first match?
Sri Lanka will start their campaign on February 8, 2026, the day after the opening day. They will take on Ireland in Colombo at 7:00 PM.
Where will Sri Lanka play their matches?
The Lankans will shuttle between two venues. They will play two games each in Colombo and Kandy.
Here are the venues for Sri Lanka’s matches:
- Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy
- R Premadasa Stadium (RPS), Colombo
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What’s Sri Lanka’s full T20 World Cup 2026 schedule?
After the Ireland game, Sri Lanka will face Oman on February 12 in Kandy. Up next will be Australia, whom the hosts will play on February 16.
The Lankans will return to Colombo for the last group stage fixture against Zimbabwe on February 19.
Sri Lanka’s T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule (Group Stage):
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 8, 2026 | Sri Lanka vs Ireland | Colombo (RPS) | 7:00 PM |
| February 12, 2026 | Sri Lanka vs Oman | Kandy | 11:00 AM |
| February 16, 2026 | Sri Lanka vs Australia | Kandy | 7:00 PM |
| February 19, 2026 | Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe | Colombo (RPS) | 3:00 PM |
Team-wise T20 WC 2026 Schedule
Team India Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Australia Schedule: Venues, Squad
Team England Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team South Africa Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team New Zealand Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Sri Lanka Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Pakistan Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team West Indies Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Afghanistan Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team USA Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Canada Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Nepal Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Namibia Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Netherlands Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Scotland Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Ireland Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Italy Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Oman Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
What are Sri Lanka’s key fixtures?
Sri Lanka’s biggest challenge will be against Australia. They have won only one World Cup match out of the five against Australia.
Their last win over Australia came way back in the 2009 edition. Now that the Lankans meet them in familiar conditions, they would like to improve their record against them.
And their matches against Zimbabwe and Ireland could turn out to be close contests.
What could be Sri Lanka’s fixtures in the Super Eight if they qualify?
The Lankans have a fairly good chance at qualifying for the Super Eight round this time. And if they seal their slot, here’s how their fixtures could look based on pre-assigned seedings.
If Sri Lanka finish in the top two in Group B, they will be seeded Y4:
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 22, 2026 | Y1 (England) vs Y4 (Sri Lanka) | Kandy | 3:00 PM |
| February 25, 2026 | Y2 (New Zealand) vs Y4 (Sri Lanka) | Colombo (RPS) | 7:00 PM |
| February 28, 2026 | Y3 (Pakistan) vs Y4 (Sri Lanka) | Kandy | 7:00 PM |
How does Sri Lanka’s squad stack up?
Sri Lanka were the last team to reveal their team. Dasun Shanaka returns to the helm of the team.
He will have the experience of Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka, and Janith Liyanage in the batting department to rely on. Pathum Nissanka and Kamil Mishara could play a crucial role in the top order as well.
Dushmantha Chameera will lead their pace attack, along with Matheesha Pathirana and Eshan Malinga. Wanindu Hasaranga will be their ace spinner, with Maheesh Theekshana and Dunith Wellalage to assist him.
Sri Lanka’s squad for the T20 World Cup 2026:
Dasun Shanaka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Janith Perera, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Pavan Rathnayake, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Eshan Malinga
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