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The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 is being co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. This shortest format of cricket reaches its peak of excitement when played on the subcontinent. A total of eight venues have been selected for this tournament, each known for its unique identity and history.
Let's take a detailed look at all these stadiums.
Indian venues for the T20 World Cup 2026
1. Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
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Located on the banks of the Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad, this stadium is the world's largest cricket stadium. Formerly known as the 'Motera Stadium', it was completely renovated and modernized in 2021. It has a seating capacity of 132,000. This is the same ground where the 2023 ODI World Cup final was held, and the 2026 T20 World Cup final is also scheduled to be played here.
Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch here is made of both red and black soil. The red soil pitch offers extra bounce to fast bowlers, while the black soil pitch assists spinners.
Narendra Modi Stadium T20 International Stats
| Stat Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 11 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 7 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 4 |
| Average First Innings Score | 166 |
| Highest Total | 234/4 (India vs NZ) |
| Lowest Total | 66/10 (NZ vs India) |
2. Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
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Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium has witnessed some of the most memorable moments in Indian cricket. Built in 1974, the stadium has a capacity of approximately 33,000. MS Dhoni's historic six in the 2011 World Cup final was hit on this ground. Its proximity to the sea means the winds here assist fast bowlers.
Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report
The Wankhede pitch is considered a "batsman's paradise." Due to the red soil, the ball comes onto the bat very well. The boundaries here are short, leading to a flurry of sixes. In night matches, dew is a major factor, making batting easier in the later innings.
Wankhede Stadium T20 International Stats
| Stat Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 13 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 6 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 7 |
| Average First Innings Score | 178 |
| Highest Score | 247/9 (India vs England) |
| Highest Score Chased | 230/8 (England vs SA) |
3. Eden Gardens, Kolkata
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Kolkata's Eden Gardens is India's oldest cricket stadium, established in 1864. It is also known as the "Colosseum of Cricket." It has a capacity of approximately 68,000 spectators. The atmosphere here and the crowd noise are enough to put pressure on any team.
Eden Gardens Pitch Report
Traditionally, this pitch was considered good for spinners, but in recent years it has become a high-scoring ground. The outfield is lightning fast, allowing balls hit into the gaps to go straight to the boundary.Eden Gardens T20 International Stats
| Stat Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 13 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 5 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 8 |
| Average First Innings Score | 153 |
| Highest Score | 201/5 (Pakistan vs Bangladesh) |
| Lowest Score | 70/10 (Bangladesh vs NZ) |
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4. MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
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Chennai's 'Chepauk' stadium was built in 1916. It has a capacity of 50,000. This ground is famous for its intense heat and spin-friendly wicket.
MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch here is slow, and as the game progresses, the ball stays low and turns. In T20s, rotating the strike is crucial here as hitting big shots is not easy.
MA Chidambaram Stadium T20 International Stats
| Stat Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 10 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 6 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 3 |
| Average First Innings Score | 151 |
| Highest Score | 189/4 (SA Women vs India Women) |
| Lowest Score Defended | 103/8 (WI Women vs Pak Women) |
5. Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
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Established in 1883, this stadium was also known as the Feroz Shah Kotla Ground in Delhi. It has a capacity of 35,000. The boundaries here are quite short.
Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch in Delhi is usually dry. In recent years, quite high scores have been seen here. Spinners might get some assistance in the middle overs here.
Arun Jaitley Stadium T20 International Stats
| Stat Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 14 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 5 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 9 |
| Average First Innings Score | 145 |
| Highest Score | 221/9 (India vs Bangladesh) |
| Highest Score Chased | 212/3 (SA vs India) |
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Sri Lanka venues for the T20 World Cup 2026
6. R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
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This is the largest stadium in Sri Lanka, with a capacity of 35,000. It is considered the home of 'Sinhalese cricket'.
R. Premadasa Stadium Report
The pitch here is considered helpful to spinners, but it also offers ample opportunities for batsmen. There is very little assistance for fast bowlers.
R. Premadasa Stadium T20 International Stats
| Stat Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 59 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 23 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 35 |
| Average First Innings Score | 142 |
| Highest Total | 215/5 (Bangladesh vs SL) |
| Lowest Score Defended | 115/6 (SA vs SL) |
7. Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy
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Built in 2009, this stadium is known for its natural beauty. It has a capacity of 35,000. Kandy's cool climate provides relief to the players during the match.
Pallekele Stadium Pitch Report
The Pallekele pitch is considered excellent for batting. The soil and humidity here provide an early swing for fast bowlers.
Pallekele Stadium T20 International Stats
| Stat Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 29 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 14 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 12 |
| Average First Innings Score | 167 |
| Highest Score | 263/3 (Australia vs SL) |
| Lowest Score | 88/10 (NZ vs SL) |
8. Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo (SSC)
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SSC is one of the oldest and most prestigious clubs in Sri Lanka. It has a capacity of around 10,000.
Sinhalese Sports Club Pitch Report
The SSC pitch is usually very flat. The outfield is fast and the ball comes onto the bat well. High scores are easily achievable here.
Sinhalese Sports Club T20 International Stats
| Stat Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 9 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 3 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 5 |
| Average First Innings Score | 118 |
| Highest Total | 176/3 (Canada vs Ireland) |
| Lowest Score Defended | 113/6 (Pakistan Women vs SLW) |
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