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T20 WC: 'They battle for crown over 55 exciting matches', ICC chief Jay Shah extends best wishes for all teams

IANS | February 07, 2026 11:13 AM

NEW DELHI: Jay Shah, chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), extended his wishes for all the participating sides of the Men’s T20 World Cup as the tournament gets underway on Saturday with the first match between Pakistan and the Netherlands.

Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the 2026 tournament will include 20 teams and 55 matches, promising a month of incredible cricket.

“Six different champions already in nine editions of the @ICC Men’s @T20WorldCup. Wishing the teams the very best of luck as they battle for the crown over 55 exciting matches in India and Sri Lanka!” Shah wrote on X.

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