This Indian Ground Might Host 2026 T20 World Cup Final

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India is set to co-host the Men's T20 World Cup 2026 along with Sri Lanka.

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The showpiece T20 tournament is likely to be held between March and April next year.

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According to NDTV sources, the BCCI has sent a proposed schedule for the tournament to the ICC.

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Another major development is that a five-city proposal has been made.

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The final is likely to take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

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Notably, Ahmedabad has previously hosted several IPL finals as well as the 2023 Men's ODI World Cup final.

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India are the current T20 world champions with a win over South Africa in the 2024 final.

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