The International Cricket Council (ICC) presented a range of elite and diverse interpretations for men T20 World Cup 2026It will start on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka.
Global voices to power global coverage of T20 World Cup 2026
The ICC has confirmed that icc.tv will provide a single world feed to its broadcast partners in all markets, providing consistent presentation, expert analysis and immersive storytelling across all 55 matches of the tournament. As the competition builds towards the final on March 8, coverage will include pre-match specials, innings interval programmes, post-match recaps and daily highlights.
With matches spread across popular venues in India and Sri Lanka, the commentary team will be instrumental in enhancing the global viewing experience for fans from around the world.
Some of the most respected voices in world cricket will headline the broadcast. Wasim Akram, Ravi ShastriNasser Hussain, Ian Smith and Ian Bishop form the backbone of the panel, bringing decades of experience, tactical insight and narrative depth to the tournament.
Their presence provides a balance between sharp analysis and engaging storytelling, especially during high-stakes encounters in the Super 8s and knockout stages.
Former T20 World Cup winners add first-hand insight
Adding to the star power are a few former T20 World Cup champions who know exactly what it takes to succeed on the biggest stage. The list includes Aaron Finch, Dinesh Karthik, Kumar Sangakkara, Samuel Badree, Robin Uthappa and Carlos Brathwaite.
These former players bring first-hand knowledge of pressure situations, match-winning moments and modern T20 strategies, offering viewers a unique perspective shaped by their World Cup victories.
Current stars and past champions join the mic
As a notable addition, current international players will also participate in the commentary. South Africa captain Temba Bavuma, who recently led his team to the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) title, will share his thoughts during the tournament. Sri Lankan all-rounder Angelo Mathews, a member of the island nation’s 2014 T20 World Cup-winning team, also joins the panel.
A diverse broadcast team reflects the tournament’s global appeal
The ICC has also assembled an extensive broadcast team to reflect the global reach of the tournament. Popular voices such as Harsha Bhogle, Danny Morrison, Natalie Germanos, Katey Martin, Mpumelelo Mbangwa, Ian Ward, Nick Knight, Athar Ali Khan and Kass Naidoo will appear in various segments and regional tapes.
Their presence ensures inclusivity, cultural representation and fan engagement across continents as cricket’s shortest format takes center stage.
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Ravi Shastri, Nasser Hussain, Ian Smith, Ian Bishop, Aaron Finch, Dinesh Karthik, Kumar Sangakkara, Samuel Badree, Robin Uthappa, Carlos Brathwaite, Eoin Morgan, Wasim Akram, Sunil Gavaskar, Matthew Hayden, Ramiz Raja, Alesulton, Stephen Wagar, Daleuls Shaun Pollock, Katie Martin, Harsha Bhogle, Mpumelelo Mbangwa, Natalie Germanos, Danny Morrison, Alan Wilkins, Ian Ward, Mark Howard, Nick Knight, Athar Ali Khan, Cass Naidoo, Bazid Khan, Raunak Kapoor, Niall O’Brien. Preston Mommsen, Andrew Leonard, Russel Arnold, Roshan Abeysinghe, Angelo Mathews and Temba Bavuma.
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