February 2026 is set to be one of the busiest months in the cricket calendar, primarily due to the 10th edition of the ICC Men’s T20I World Cup taking place in India and Sri Lanka.
However, several other international commitments for men’s teams occur during the first week of the month, serving as the final preparations for this global event.
Pakistan vs. Australia T20I Series
Before the World Cup begins, Pakistan hosts Australia for a high-intensity three-match T20I series. The final match of this tour is scheduled for February 1, 2026, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
This series is a vital “dress rehearsal” for both nations, allowing them to finalize their squads and strategies in subcontinent conditions just days before the official tournament kickoff.
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England Tour of Sri Lanka
England’s white-ball tour of Sri Lanka also concludes in early February. The two nations are scheduled to play the final fixtures of their ODI and T20I series by February 3, 2026.
Because Sri Lanka is a co-host for the upcoming World Cup, this series provides England with invaluable time to adapt to the local pitches and humidity levels in Colombo and Kandy.
ICC Men’s T20I World Cup 2026
The marquee event of cricket, the ICC Men’s T20I World Cup, officially begins on February 7, 2026. The opening day features three massive clashes: Pakistan vs. Netherlands in Colombo, West Indies vs. Bangladesh in Kolkata, and India vs. USA in Mumbai.
This 20-team tournament dominates the schedule for the rest of the month. Key group stage highlights include the historic India vs. Pakistan rivalry on February 15 in Colombo, and Australia vs. Sri Lanka on February 16 in Kandy.
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ICC Men’s U19 ODI World Cup
Simultaneously, the ICC Men’s U19 ODI World Cup concludes in Zimbabwe and Namibia. This cricket tournament to reach its climax in the first week of February, with the Grand Final scheduled for February 6 in Harare.
This event ensures that while the senior teams are battling in the T20I format, the future stars of cricket are crowned in the 50-over format.