The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will begin on February 7 with Pakistan taking on the Netherlands in Colombo. The tournament is being co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Defending champions India are among the favorites this year. India will start their campaign against the USA at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium. A grand opening ceremony will take place before India’s first match.

The opening ceremony will be held in Mumbai ahead of the India vs. USA clash. It will officially mark the start of the tournament. ICC Chairman Jay Shah and former India captain Rohit Sharma will be present. The T20 World Cup trophy will be unveiled during the event. Children representing all participating nations will also take part.

Fans can expect exciting performances from popular artists. Singer and rapper Badshah will headline the ceremony with a live music act. Dancer and actress Nora Fatehi will follow with a high-energy dance performance. Both stars will come together for a grand finale. The show aims to match the fast-paced nature of T20 cricket.

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The ceremony will feature impressive visuals and stage design. The cricket field will transform into a performance arena. The official T20 World Cup logo will be at the center of the stage. Special effects and pyrotechnics will add to the spectacle. The event will end just before the match begins.

Only fans with tickets for the India vs. USA match can watch the ceremony live at the stadium. Spectators are advised to arrive early to avoid missing the show. There will be no separate live telecast or streaming of the ceremony. The match will begin at 7 PM IST after the event. The opening ceremony is expected to set an energetic tone for the tournament.

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