The International Cricket Council (ICC) has shown Bangladesh the exit door from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Bangladesh insisted on shifting their matches to Sri Lanka, but the cricketing authority rejected their plea. Now, Scotland steps in to take Bangladesh’s spot in the T20 World Cup.
Scotland has been placed in Group-C, originally comprising Bangladesh. Teams including the West Indies, England, Nepal, and Italy are in this group. The Scottish team will face off with the West Indies in their first game on February 7 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Following that, on February 9 and 14, they will confront Italy and England respectively, both at the same venue. Scotland’s final group match against Nepal is slated for February 17 at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium.
The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 promises a grand opening. The tournament kicks off on February 7 (Saturday) with cricket enthusiasts treated to three high-profile matches on the opening day itself. These matches will unfold in three historic and prestigious stadiums. Pakistan begins its campaign against the Netherlands in Colombo.
Simultaneously, West Indies and Scotland face each other at Kolkata's Eden Gardens. The Caribbean team's aggressive batting style juxtaposed with Scotland’s tenacious cricketing spirit could turn this into an exciting match. The day’s biggest spectacle is set to be hosted at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, where host nation India battles against the United States (USA). India’s home-ground advantage is anticipated to set the tone for the entire tournament.
When will India face Pakistan?
The most awaited ICC T20 World Cup 2026 clash will see India take on Pakistan. This electrifying encounter is scheduled for February 15 in Colombo. An India-Pakistan match is considered the fiercest rivalry in cricket, and the entire globe's eyes will be glued to it. This year's duel holds even greater significance. The backdrop of off-field tensions, recent controversies, and political undercurrents add layers of thrill and pressure to this game, making it the subject of extensive discussion throughout the tournament.
With Scotland’s inclusion, the excitement in Group-C at the T20 World Cup 2026 has intensified. This associate team is seizing a golden chance to prove itself on the global stage once more. This ICC decision enriches the tournament with stiffer competition and heightened interest. With major matches, a packed schedule, and high-voltage encounters in the Super-8 phase, the T20 World Cup 2026 is expected to be a supreme celebration of thrilling, skill-packed, and dramatic cricket.
Scotland’s Group Matches in the T20 World Cup 2026
February 7 – versus West Indies, KolkataFebruary 9 – versus Italy, KolkataFebruary 14 – versus England, KolkataFebruary 17 – versus Nepal, Mumbai
Complete T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule
February 7, 2026. 11:00 AM. Pakistan vs Netherlands. SSC, ColomboFebruary 7, 2026. 3:00 PM. West Indies vs Scotland. KolkataFebruary 7, 2026. 7:00 PM. India vs USA. MumbaiFebruary 8, 2026. 11:00 AM. New Zealand vs Afghanistan. ChennaiFebruary 8, 2026. 3:00 PM. England vs Nepal. MumbaiFebruary 8, 2026. 7:00 PM. Sri Lanka vs Ireland. Premadasa, ColomboFebruary 9, 2026. 11:00 AM. Scotland vs Italy. KolkataFebruary 9, 2026. 3:00 PM. Zimbabwe vs Oman. SSC, ColomboFebruary 9, 2026. 7:00 PM. South Africa vs Canada. AhmedabadFebruary 10, 2026. 11:00 AM. Netherlands vs Namibia. DelhiFebruary 10, 2026. 3:00 PM. New Zealand vs UAE. ChennaiFebruary 10, 2026. 7:00 PM. Pakistan vs USA. SSC, ColomboFebruary 11, 2026. 11:00 AM. South Africa vs Afghanistan. AhmedabadFebruary 11, 2026. 3:00 PM. Australia vs Ireland. Premadasa, ColomboFebruary 11, 2026. 7:00 PM. England vs West Indies. MumbaiFebruary 12, 2026. 11:00 AM. Sri Lanka vs Oman. KandyFebruary 12, 2026. 3:00 PM. Nepal vs Italy. MumbaiFebruary 12, 2026. 7:00 PM. India vs Namibia. DelhiFebruary 13, 2026. 11:00 AM. Australia vs Zimbabwe. Premadasa, ColomboFebruary 13, 2026. 3:00 PM. Canada vs UAE. DelhiFebruary 13, 2026. 7:00 PM. USA vs Netherlands. ChennaiFebruary 14, 2026. 11:00 AM. Ireland vs Oman. SSC, ColomboFebruary 14, 2026. 3:00 PM. England vs Scotland. KolkataFebruary 14, 2026. 7:00 PM. New Zealand vs South Africa. AhmedabadFebruary 15, 2026. 11:00 AM. West Indies vs Nepal. MumbaiFebruary 15, 2026. 3:00 PM. USA vs Namibia. ChennaiFebruary 15, 2026. 7:00 PM. India vs Pakistan. Premadasa, ColomboFebruary 16, 2026. 11:00 AM. Afghanistan vs UAE. DelhiFebruary 16, 2026. 3:00 PM. England vs Italy. KolkataFebruary 16, 2026. 7:00 PM. Australia vs Sri Lanka. KandyFebruary 17, 2026. 11:00 AM. New Zealand vs Canada. ChennaiFebruary 17, 2026. 3:00 PM. Ireland vs Zimbabwe. KandyFebruary 17, 2026. 7:00 PM. Scotland vs Nepal. MumbaiFebruary 18, 2026. 11:00 AM. South Africa vs UAE. DelhiFebruary 18, 2026. 3:00 PM. Pakistan vs Namibia. SSC, ColomboFebruary 18, 2026. 7:00 PM. India vs Netherlands. AhmedabadFebruary 19, 2026. 11:00 AM. West Indies vs Italy. KolkataFebruary 19, 2026. 3:00 PM. Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe. Premadasa, ColomboFebruary 19, 2026. 7:00 PM. Afghanistan vs Canada. ChennaiFebruary 20, 2026. 7:00 PM. Australia vs Oman. KandyThen, Super 8, semi-finals, and finals will follow.
