Before the T20 World Cup 2026, which begins on February 7, all qualified teams will play warm-up matches. Main ICC teams like South Africa, India, England, and Sri Lanka will each play just one warm-up game. On the opening day, Afghanistan faces Scotland, while India A takes on the USA.
Cut to Monday, February 2, 2026, India A and the USA will go head to head at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai.
Fans are excited for this warm-up, especially since it features young Indian players, as the two-month tournament requires experienced stars to rest, refine strategies, and improve their game.
Keeping these warm-ups in mind, Team India T20Is skipper Suryakumar Yadav will likely consider bold team changes that could prove crucial for the World Cup, a standout performance from a youngster here might earn them a spot in India’s playing XI.
Where to watch T20 World Cup 2026 Warm-up Matches?
All ICC T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up matches live streaming will be available on JioHotstar.
| Match | Date | Time (IST) | Streaming |
|---|---|---|---|
 Afghanistan vs  Scotland |
02 Feb 2026 | 03:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
 USA vs  India A |
02 Feb 2026 | 05:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
 Canada vs  Italy |
02 Feb 2026 | 07:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
 Oman vs  Sri Lanka A |
03 Feb 2026 | 01:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
 Netherlands vs  Zimbabwe |
03 Feb 2026 | 03:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
 Nepal vs  United Arab Emirates |
03 Feb 2026 | 05:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
Scotland vs  Namibia |
04 Feb 2026 | 01:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
Afghanistan vs  West Indies |
04 Feb 2026 | 03:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
 Pakistan vs  Ireland |
04 Feb 2026 | 05:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
India vs  South Africa |
04 Feb 2026 | 07:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
| Zimbabwe vs Oman |
05 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | Jio Hotstar |
| Nepal vs Canada |
05 Feb 2026 | 01:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
 Australia vs Netherlands |
05 Feb 2026 | 05:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
 New Zealand vs USA |
05 Feb 2026 | 07:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
| Italy vs United Arab Emirates |
06 Feb 2026 | 03:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
| Namibia vs India A |
06 Feb 2026 | 05:00 PM | Jio Hotstar |
India A vs USA warm-up match live streaming: Where to watch
The warm-up match between India A and the USA will be played at DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai, with live broadcasting starting at 5:00 PM. Fans can watch it on the JioHotstar and Star Sports Network. Those without a Jio Hotstar subscription can follow the scorecard, team details, player stats, ground info, and pitch analysis on ESPNcricinfo.
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How many T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up matches will be played?
A total of 16 warm-up matches will be played from 2 to 6 February, involving 18 teams along with India A team and Sri Lanka A team.
The warm-up matches will be played at four venues in India including BCCI Centre of Excellence Grounds 1 & 2 in Bengaluru, DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai and M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, and three in Sri Lanka, Colombo Cricket Club Ground, R. Premadasa Stadium and SSC Cricket Ground in Colombo.
Sri Lanka and England will instead play a 3-match T20I series from 30 January to 3 February at Pallekele Cricket Stadium in Kandy as preparation for the World Cup.
| Date | Time (IST) | Session | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Feb 2026 | 03:00 PM | Day | Afghanistan vs Scotland | BCCI Centre of Excellence 1, Bengaluru |
| 02 Feb 2026 | 05:00 PM | Evening | USA vs India A | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai |
| 02 Feb 2026 | 07:00 PM | Night | Canada vs Italy | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 03 Feb 2026 | 01:00 PM | Day | Oman vs Sri Lanka A | Colombo Cricket Club Ground, Colombo |
| 03 Feb 2026 | 03:00 PM | Day | Netherlands vs Zimbabwe | R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| 03 Feb 2026 | 05:00 PM | Evening | Nepal vs United Arab Emirates | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 04 Feb 2026 | 01:00 PM | Day | Scotland vs Namibia | BCCI Centre of Excellence 2, Bengaluru |
| 04 Feb 2026 | 03:00 PM | Day | Afghanistan vs West Indies | BCCI Centre of Excellence 1, Bengaluru |
| 04 Feb 2026 | 05:00 PM | Evening | Pakistan vs Ireland | Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo |
| 04 Feb 2026 | 07:00 PM | Night | India vs South Africa | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai |
| 05 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM | Morning | Zimbabwe vs Oman | Colombo Cricket Club Ground, Colombo |
| 05 Feb 2026 | 01:00 PM | Day | Nepal vs Canada | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 05 Feb 2026 | 05:00 PM | Evening | Australia vs Netherlands | R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| 05 Feb 2026 | 07:00 PM | Night | New Zealand vs USA | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai |
| 06 Feb 2026 | 03:00 PM | Day | Italy vs United Arab Emirates | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 06 Feb 2026 | 05:00 PM | Evening | Namibia vs India A | BCCI Centre of Excellence 1, Bengaluru |
FAQ’s
For how many days will the warm up matches be played?
The ICC men’s T20 World Cup warm-up matches 2026 will be played from 2 February to 6 February 2026.
Will fans come to the stadium, to watch the warm up match?
As we mention fans will be able to get tickets at very affordable prices on the e-ticketing website, through this offer, the chances of fans coming to the stadium to watch the match live are quite high.
Why are the warm-up matches being played by the young Indian players?
The young Indian players are playing the warm-up matches, so that the main player can get more rest and avoid any problems during the tournament.
