ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Expert Commentators Announced
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled an impressive commentary panel for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. This tournament will kick off on February 7, featuring matches in India and Sri Lanka. With a lineup of 55 matches, the event will conclude with the final on March 8.
Expert Commentary for ICC T20 World Cup 2026
The ICC aims to deliver a “world-class viewing experience” through its expert commentary team. This year, fans can expect a mix of renowned cricketing voices, including:
- Ravi Shastri
- Nasser Hussain
- Ian Smith
- Ian Bishop
- Aaron Finch
- Dinesh Karthik
- Kumar Sangakkara
- Samuel Badree
- Robin Uthappa
- Carlos Brathwaite
- Temba Bavuma
- Angelo Mathews
Comprehensive Broadcasting Approach
The commentary will be accessible through ICC.TV, which promises a robust broadcast service. Key features include:
- Pre-match shows
- Innings interval programming
- Post-match analysis
- Daily highlights
These broadcasts are designed to capture all the action leading up to and including the knockout stages of the tournament.
Celebrity Commentators Joining the Line-Up
In addition to the aforementioned experts, several prominent figures will join the commentary team:
- Eoin Morgan
- Wasim Akram
- Sunil Gavaskar
- Matthew Hayden
- Ramiz Raja
- Dale Steyn
- Michael Atherton
- Waqar Younis
- Simon Doull
- Shaun Pollock
- Katey Martin
- Harsha Bhogle
- Mpumelelo Mbangwa
- Natalie Germanos
- Danny Morrison
- Alan Wilkins
- Ian Ward
- Mark Howard
- Nick Knight
- Athar Ali Khan
- Kass Naidoo
- Bazid Khan
- Raunak Kapoor
- Niall O’Brien
- Preston Mommsen
- Andrew Leonard
- Russel Arnold
- Roshan Abeysinghe
The ICC emphasizes that this diverse commentary team reflects the global essence of the T20 World Cup. Their involvement is expected to significantly enhance the cricket-watching experience for fans around the world.
