Overview
- BCCI has shortlisted Ahmedabad, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai and Mumbai, with each venue expected to stage at least six matches.
- ICC planning indicates two to three Sri Lankan venues, with Colombo set for a semi-final if Sri Lanka qualifies and as a neutral option for a Pakistan-involved final.
- India–Pakistan league games are to be played in Colombo under a prior agreement keeping their fixtures at neutral sites.
- Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium is likely to miss out pending safety clearances after a June stampede, with uncertainty extending to IPL hosting.
- The 2026 event is expected to feature 20 teams using the 2024 format, with a likely February start and a formal schedule release soon.