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International Cricket Council (ICC) of men T20 World Cup 2026 India and Sri Lanka have unveiled an excellent and diverse commentary line-up for the event, which is set to begin on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka.

Voices for global coverage of T20 World Cup 2026

The ICC has confirmed that icc.tv will provide a unified world feed for broadcast partners across all markets, ensuring consistent presentation, expert analysis and rich storytelling across 55 matches across the tournament. Coverage will include dedicated pre-match shows, innings interval programmes, post-match finale and daily highlights as the competition moves towards the final on March 8.

With matches spread across iconic venues in India and Sri Lanka, the commentary team will play a vital role in enhancing the global viewing experience for viewers from across the globe.

Wasim Akram, Ravi Shastri in key commentary lineup

Some of the most respected voices in world cricket will lead the broadcast. Wasim Akram, Ravi ShastriNasser Hussain, Ian Smith and Ian Bishop form the backbone of the panel, bringing decades of experience, strategic insight and depth of story.

His presence ensures a balance between sharp analysis and engaging storytelling, especially during high-stakes encounters in the Super 8 and knockout stages.

Former T20 World Cup winners provide first-hand insight

Adding to the star power, there are several former T20 World Cup champions included who know what it takes to succeed on the biggest stage. This list includes Aaron Finch, Dinesh Karthik, Kumar Sangakkara, Samuel Badree, Robin Uthappa and Carlos Brathwaite.

These former players bring first-hand knowledge of pressure situations, match-winning moments and modern T20 strategies, giving viewers a unique perspective shaped by their own World Cup triumphs.

Current stars and recent champions at the microphone

In an important inclusion, current international players will also join the commentary. South Africa captain Temba Bavuma, who recently led his team to the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) title, will share insights during the tournament. Sri Lanka stalwart Angelo Mathews, who was a member of the 2014 T20 World Cup-winning team, will also join the panel.

Diverse broadcast team reflects tournament’s global appeal

The ICC has also built an extensive broadcast team that reflects the global reach of the tournament. Popular voices such as Harsha Bhogle, Danny Morrison, Natalie Germanos, Katie Martin, Mpumelelo Mbangwa, Ian Ward, Nick Knight, Athar Ali Khan and Kais Naidoo will join the various segments and regional feeds.

Their presence ensures inclusivity, cultural representation and fan engagement, as the shortest format of cricket takes center stage.

Complete list of commentators for T20 World Cup 2026

Ravi Shastri, Nasser Hussain, Ian Smith, Ian Bishop, Aaron Finch, Dinesh Karthik, Kumar Sangakkara, Samuel Badree, Robin Uthappa, Carlos Brathwaite, Eoin Morgan, Wasim Akram, Sunil Gavaskar, Matthew Hayden, Ramiz Raja, Dale Steyn, Michael Atherton, Waqar Younis, Simon Doull, Shaun Pollock, Katie Martin, Harsha Bhogle, Mpumelelo Mbangwa, Natalie Germanos, Danny Morrison, Alan Wilkins, Ian Ward, Mark Howard, Nick Knight, Athar Ali Khan, Kais Nayudu, Bajid Khan, Raunaq Kapoor, Niall O’Brien. Preston Momsen, Andrew Leonard, Russell Arnold, Roshan Abeysinghe, Angelo Matthews and Temba Bavuma.