T20 World Cup Begins: India to Face USA Today

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, will begin on Saturday, February 7, with an action-packed opening day featuring three exciting matches. The tournament opener will see Pakistan take on the Netherlands at 10 AM, setting the tone for the global cricket spectacle. This will be followed by West Indies clashing with Scotland at 2 PM in what promises to be an entertaining contest.

The highlight of the day will be the evening blockbuster at 6 PM, where India will face the USA in a highly anticipated encounter. With top teams and emerging nations sharing the spotlight on the very first day, the World Cup is expected to deliver thrilling moments from the outset, much to the delight of cricket fans worldwide.