The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will get underway with a grand opening ceremony at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium on Friday, February 7, 2026, setting the stage for a month-long global cricket spectacle.
The ceremony will take place ahead of the tournament opener between India and the USA, marking the official start of the marquee ICC event.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that a diverse group of performers will headline the opening ceremony, showcasing India’s rich musical heritage to a global audience.
The confirmed performers include:
Actor-performer Nora Fatehi
Rapper Badshah
Percussion legend Sivamani
Neo-classical sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma
The line-up is expected to present a fusion of contemporary and classical Indian music, reflecting both modern pop culture and traditional artistry on an international stage.
The opening ceremony is scheduled to begin at 6:00 PM IST at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
The event will seamlessly transition into the opening match of the tournament later in the evening.
Cricket fans in India can catch the action live through the following platforms:
Live Telecast: Star Sports Network
Live Streaming: JioHotstar app and website
The broadcast will include pre-match coverage, the opening ceremony performances, and build-up to the first match of the tournament.
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is being co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka and will run from February 7 to March 8, 2026.
The tournament will feature:
20 international teams
Multiple venues across India and Sri Lanka
A packed schedule of group matches, Super stages and knockouts
With the opening ceremony at Wankhede, the ICC aims to kick off the tournament with a high-energy cultural showcase that matches the global stature of the event.