The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced key details for the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup, scheduled to take place in India. This prestigious event will showcase several significant matches, including clashes between powerhouse teams in the Super 8 stage.
Media Opportunities for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
On Sunday, March 1, 2026, fans and media can anticipate an exciting day of cricket. The highlights include:
Match Schedule
- New Delhi: Zimbabwe vs. South Africa
- Date: March 1, 2026
- Time: 15:00 local time
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium
- Kolkata: India vs. West Indies
- Date: March 1, 2026
- Time: 19:00 local time
- Venue: Eden Gardens
Post-Match Media Interactions
Following both matches, media opportunities will be available. The losing team will engage with reporters first, typically around 15 minutes after the match concludes, followed by the winning team.
Media Guidelines
Media representatives should note the following:
- Press boxes at each venue open two hours before the match.
- Accredited Non-Rights Holders (NRH) can film pre-match press conferences, but filming during match days is restricted.
- All media footage is limited to editorial use; social media platforms like YouTube are excluded.
Media Contacts
For further inquiries, here are key media contacts for Kolkata and New Delhi:
Kolkata Contacts
- Rajshekhar Rao: [email protected]; +91 98101 98143
- Moulin Parikh: [email protected]; +91 98202 53149
- Aritra Chowdhury: +91 74393 49575
New Delhi Contacts
- Barny Read: [email protected]; +971 56 1776424
- Anant Kaur: [email protected]; +91 96508 69640
- Arun Kumar: [email protected]; +91 89500 45636
Additional Information for Photographers
Photographers must adhere to strict guidelines:
- Wear bibs at all times and remain within designated areas.
- Arrive one hour before the toss for position assignments.
- NRH photographers will not have access to press conferences or matchday accreditation.
The ICC will provide unedited media conference clips on the Online Media Zone, along with a Daily Event stats pack for access to vital statistics during the tournament.
