T20 World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch & Everything You Need To Know

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will kick off with a high-energy Opening Ceremony at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium on Saturday evening, setting the stage for an action-packed tournament before hosts India face the USA.

Starting at 6 pm IST, the ceremony will transform the stadium into an immersive stage, featuring live music and large-scale choreography, followed by the arrival of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Trophy.

Who Is Performing At ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony?

The show will begin with a powerful musical medley from Rishab Sharma and Shivamani. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Trophy will then make a spectacular entrance, carried into the stadium by a jetpack performer, creating a moment to captivate fans inside Wankhede Stadium.

The trophy will be welcomed by ICC Chairman Jay Shah and former

India captain Rohit Sharma, who led the defending champions to victory in 2024. Accompanied by 20 children representing each participating country, they will formally declare the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 open.

Following the trophy’s arrival, fans will enjoy headline performances. Chart-topping star Badshah will deliver a high-energy live performance, followed by Nora Fatehi’s dynamic dance spectacular, supported by a large cast of dancers. The ceremony will culminate in a grand finale with both artists performing together.

Designed to reflect the pace and energy of T20 cricket, the ceremony will use the field of play as a visual canvas, with the official tournament logo as the main performance stage. The show will conclude with a stunning pyrotechnic display before the match between India and the USA, which gets underway at 7 pm IST.

When is T20 World Cup Opening Ceremony?

The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony will take place on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

Where is ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony?

The T20 World Cup Opening Ceremony will be held on Saturday, February 7. The venue of the opening ceremony is Wankhede Stadium. Only ticket holders for the India vs USA match can attend.

What time does ICC T20 World Cup Opening Ceremony start?

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony will begin at 6 pm IST on Saturday.

Which TV channels will broadcast ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony?

The T20 World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony will be broadcast on Star Sports Network.

How to watch online live streaming of ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony?

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar app and website.