With the T20 World Cup 2026 fast approaching, the build-up to the global spectacle is well and truly underway. Sixteen teams from across the cricketing world are preparing to battle it out for the coveted silverware, with India and Sri Lanka set to host the marquee event. The tournament officially begins on February 7, with matches scheduled across three venues, while the grand final will be played on March 8.
Before the high-voltage group-stage clashes begin, teams will fine-tune their preparations through a series of official warm-up matches scheduled for February 2-6. These practice games are crucial, offering teams a final opportunity to adapt to conditions, test combinations, and give fringe players valuable game time.
The warm-up action kicks off on February 2, with newly inducted Scotland taking on Afghanistan in Bengaluru. In Navi Mumbai, USA will face India A, while Canada and Italy lock horns in Chennai. The following day, Sri Lanka A will meet Oman in Colombo, alongside Netherlands vs Zimbabwe, while Nepal square off against the UAE in Chennai.
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February 4 promises blockbuster fixtures, with Afghanistan facing the West Indies and Scotland facing Namibia in Bengaluru. Pakistan will test themselves against Ireland in Colombo, while hosts India play their only warm-up game against South Africa in Navi Mumbai—an encounter expected to draw massive attention.
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On February 5, Australia face the Netherlands, and Zimbabwe takes on Oman in Colombo. Meanwhile, New Zealand meet the USA in Navi Mumbai, and Nepal face Canada in Chennai. The warm-up phase concludes on February 6, with Italy vs UAE in Chennai and Namibia vs India A in Bengaluru.
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With conditions varying across venues and teams eager to hit peak form, these warm-up matches will play a pivotal role in shaping momentum ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026.
