The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially revealed India’s new jersey for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. The launch took place during the innings break of the 2nd ODI between India and South Africa at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur on 3 December 2025.
Top BCCI officials, including Rajiv Shukla, Devajit Saikia, and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia, attended the unveiling ceremony, making the moment even more special for Indian cricket fans. The tournament will be hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka from 7 February to 8 March 2026.
A Fresh, Modern Look for Team India
India’s new T20 World Cup jersey brings a bold and refreshing design, keeping the iconic blue colour as the base but adding modern triangular patterns and vibrant highlights. Designed by Adidas, the kit uses HEAT.RDY technology, a breathable and eco-friendly material aimed at keeping players cool in warm conditions.
The jersey features:
- A brighter blue base
- Triangular modern patterns
- Classic tricolour stripes
- Prominent BCCI crest
- Apollo Tyres as the new main chest sponsor (replacing Dream11)
Presence of Key Officials
While India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav could not attend due to SMAT commitments, BCCI top leadership ensured a grand reveal. Chief selector Ajit Agrawal was monitoring domestic matches and missed the event. Vice-captain Shubman Gill is recovering from injury and was also not present.
India Group and Schedule for T20 World Cup 2026
India has been placed in Group A, which includes Pakistan, USA, Netherlands, and Namibia. India will play their group-stage matches in India and Sri Lanka.
India T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule
| Match | Date | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|
| India vs USA | February 8 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | Group |
| India vs Namibia | February 12 | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | Group |
| India vs Pakistan | February 15 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | Group |
| India vs Netherlands | February 18 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | Group |
T20 World Cup 2026 – All Groups
| Group | Teams |
|---|---|
| A | India, Pakistan, Netherlands, Namibia, USA |
| B | Sri Lanka, Australia, Zimbabwe, Ireland, Oman |
| C | England, West Indies, Bangladesh, Nepal, Italy |
| D | South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan, UAE, Canada |
Tournament Venues
India Venues
- Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Sri Lanka Venues
- R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy
- Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo
India will enter the tournament as the defending champions, aiming for their third T20 World Cup title. Former captain Rohit Sharma has been named the tournament’s official ambassador, increasing excitement among fans. The jersey launch has created a wave of enthusiasm across social media, with #IndiaJersey2026 trending nationwide.
The unveiling of India’s T20 World Cup 2026 jersey marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter. With a stylish new kit, home-ground advantage, and a powerful squad led by Suryakumar Yadav, India is all set for a strong campaign in February 2026. Fans now eagerly wait to see their favourite stars shine in the new colours on cricket’s biggest stage.
