T20 World Cup 2026: Dates, past winners and prize money

January 28, 2026 3:56 PM

T20 World Cup 2026: Dates, past winners and prize money

Tournament co-hosts India will be out to defend their Twenty20 World Cup title in familiar home conditions next month. The following outlines the schedule, venues and prize money for the 20-team tournament in India and Sri Lanka, as well as a list of past winners of the tournament which begins on February 7. DATES * The tenth edition of the 20-overs global showpiece event will run from February 7 to March 8. * It begins with Pakistan taking on the Netherlands. TEAMS * The tournament will f...

Sri Lanka appoints Vikram Rathour as batting coach ahead of T20 WC 2026

January 8, 2026 5:06 PM

Sri Lanka appoints Vikram Rathour as batting coach ahead of T20 WC 2026

Sri Lanka Cricket Board has appointed Vikram Rathour as their batting coach as they step up their preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup, which will start on 7 February. Rathour previously served as India’s batting coach from 2019 to 2024. Under his tenure, the team performed well in ICC tournaments, including winning the T20 World Cup in 2024. After his exit from the Indian setup, Rathour joined Rajasthan Royals as batting and assistant coach. "He has been appointed on a consultancy b...