The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 reaches a fever pitch today, 15 February, with three pivotal group-stage fixtures scheduled across India and Sri Lanka. The day is headlined by the long-awaited Blockbuster encounter between arch-rivals India and Pakistan at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. With qualification for the Super 8 stage hanging in the balance, fans can also look forward to high-stakes action as the West Indies take on Nepal in Mumbai, followed by a crucial Associate clash between the USA and Namibia in Chennai. IND vs PAK T20 World Cup 2026 Preview: Suryakumar Yadav and Co Go Up Against Salman Ali Agha’s Men As India-Pakistan Rivalry Returns to Colombo.

Today's T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule: February 15

Match No. Fixture Group Venue Time (IST)
25 West Indies vs Nepal C Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai 11:00
26 USA vs Namibia A M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai 15:00
27 India vs Pakistan A R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo 19:00

Morning Clash in Mumbai: West Indies vs Nepal (Group C)

Venue: Wankhede Stadium

Time: 11:00 IST (05:30 GMT)

The morning session kicks off at the batting-friendly Wankhede Stadium, where the West Indies look to consolidate their top spot in Group C. Having already secured back-to-back wins, the Windies are heavy favourites. However, Nepal—who famously challenged the Caribbean side in late 2025—will be desperate for an upset to keep their tournament hopes alive following a difficult start to their campaign. ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table With Net Run-Rate (NRR).

Afternoon Clash in Chennai: USA vs Namibia (Group A)

Venue: M.A. Chidambaram Stadium

Time: 15:00 IST (09:30 GMT)

The afternoon slot moves to Chennai, featuring a battle between two teams fighting to stay in the hunt for a Super 8 berth. Both the USA and Namibia have shown flashes of brilliance but need a victory today to avoid falling behind the group leaders. The spin-friendly conditions at Chepauk are expected to play a decisive role in this encounter.

Evening Clash in Colombo: India vs Pakistan (Group A)

Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium

Time: 19:00 IST (13:30 GMT)

The crown jewel of the group stage takes place this evening as defending champions India face Pakistan. Both sides enter with a perfect 2-0 record. India have been boosted by the return of world number one batter Abhishek Sharma, while Pakistan aims to unleash their new "mystery" spinner, Usman Tariq. Although afternoon rain is forecast in Colombo, local experts expect the skies to clear by the 18:30 IST toss.

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