The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has informed that Team India’s preliminary roster for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 would be unveiled on Saturday, December 20. India will also co-host the premier twenty-team competition with Sri Lanka, making it both countries’ second home T20 World Cups.
Suryakumar Yadav is expected to lead India, as Men’s Senior Selection Committee chief Ajit Agarkar will read out the names of the players who will compete in the world tournament, which will take place between February 7 and March 8. The team announcement is likely to take place around 1:30 PM (Indian Standard Time) on Saturday, when Agarkar and the Indian captain will face the media from the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai.
The squad announcement will be followed by a public news conference, during which the chief selector will read out the names of the players who will represent the Men in Blue in the global biannual competition. Those who are unable to attend the conference at the BCCI headquarters will be able to watch the action live on their screens, as the event will be broadcast and live-streamed.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the squad announcement for India T20 World Cup 2026 start?
India’s squad announcement and the press conference for the T20 World Cup will start on Saturday, December 20 at 1:30 PM (Indian Standard Time).
Which TV Channels will broadcast India squad announcement for T20 World Cup 2026?
The announcement of the Indian team’s squad for the T20 World Cup 2026 will be broadcast in India live via the JioStar (formerly Star Sports) Network Channels.
Will the India squad announcement for T20 World Cup 2026 be live-streamed?
Yes, the live-streaming will be accessible for India’s squad announcement for the T20 World Cup 2026.
Which platform will be live-streaming India squad announcement for the T20 World Cup 2026?
The live-streaming of the Indian team’s squad announcement for the T20 World Cup 2026 will be done via JioHotstar (Mobile App & Website)
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