T20 World Cup 2026 Matches at Wankhede Stadium: Schedule, stats, records, teams, pitch report

Wankhede Stadium (Source:X)

Fans across the world will turn their attention to the Indian subcontinent as the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 gets underway on February 7. Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the marquee tournament will run for a month and conclude with the final on March 8. 

This will be the 10th edition of the T20 World Cup and will feature the 20 teams battling it out for the coveted title.

The ICC has confirmed that five stadiums in India and three in Sri Lanka will host the tournament. While venues for almost all matches have been announced, the semifinal 1 venue and the final venue are to be officially confirmed. 

As per the current plan, if India qualify for the semifinals, they will play the second semifinal at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. On the other hand, if Pakistan make it to the last four, their semifinal will be held at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on March 4.

India will host matches in Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai, and New Delhi. Sri Lanka’s matches will take place at R Premadasa Stadium and the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo, along with the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy. 

Among these venues, the Wankhede Stadium is expected to be one of the most exciting grounds. 

So, in this article, let's take a look at how many matches will take place at the Wankhede Stadium and the kind of pitches the teams can expect in the T20 World Cup 2026.

T20 World Cup 2026 matches at Wankhede Stadium

• In the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026, six group-stage matches will be played at this venue. On February 7, India will go against the USA. England will face Nepal on February 8 and play the West Indies on February 11.
• On February 12, Nepal will cross swords against Italy, and next Nepal will face the West Indies on February 15. In the last group-stage match at this venue, Scotland will face Nepal on February 17.
• According to ESPNcricinfo, India has played a total of 6 T20I matches at this iconic venue, of which it has won 4. England have played 4 T20I matches, winning 2. 
• The West Indies have played a total of 3 matches, out of which they have won 2. On the other hand, it is important to mention that Italy and Nepal played no matches at this stadium.

Wankhede Stadium T20I record

(Data by Howstat)

• Taking a look at the stats mentioned above, 9 matches played at this venue. Out of these matches, the team batting first won 4 times, while the team bowling first won 5 times, which means chasing the target was slightly more successful. 
• The average score in the first innings was 197, so teams usually scored around that total. The highest score ever recorded here was 247 runs for 9 wickets, made by India against England in 2025.

How the pitch at the Wankhede Stadium will play out?

The pitch at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is traditionally known for producing thrilling T20 matches. Situated close to the Arabian Sea, the ground often experiences a sea breeze, which plays a major role in match conditions. 

Early in the game, fast bowlers can get some movement with the new ball, both in the air and off the pitch. This can make the opening overs challenging for batters.

However, as the match progresses, especially under lights, the pitch becomes more batting-friendly. 

The true bounce and pace of the surface allow batters to play their shots freely. With short boundaries and a fast outfield, run-scoring becomes easier, making high-scoring chases a common sight at this venue.

Spinners may come into play during the middle overs, as the pitch can offer some grip and turn. While they may not dominate the game, smart use of variations can bring wickets. 

Overall, the Wankhede pitch offers a balanced contest, providing something for both batters and bowlers.