The ICC has revealed a star-studded lineup of commentators who will bring the action to life during the T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Cricket fans around the world can look forward to hearing some legendary voices as they guide viewers through all 55 matches of the tournament.
An impressive group of former greats and current stars will be part of the commentary panel for this World Cup. As ICC.TV delivers a world feed to broadcasters, fans will receive top-quality coverage across all markets.
ICC World Cup 2026 Commentary Panel
Ravi Shastri, Nasser Hussain, Ian Smith, and Ian Bishop will lead the commentary team. These four broadcasters are among the most recognized voices in cricket today.
The panel will also include former T20 World Cup champions who know what it takes to win the tournament. Aaron Finch lifted the trophy with Australia in 2021 and brings valuable insights from his playing days. Other World Cup winners joining the team are Dinesh Karthik, Kumar Sangakkara, Samuel Badree, Robin Uthappa, and Carlos Brathwaite.
Adding more experience to the lineup are former winners of ICC global events. Eoin Morgan, Wasim Akram, Sunil Gavaskar, Matthew Hayden, and Ramiz Raja all tasted World Cup glory during their careers. They will share their knowledge throughout the tournament.
Several other cricket legends complete the commentary roster. Dale Steyn, Michael Atherton, Waqar Younis, Simon Doull, Shaun Pollock, and Katey Martin will provide expert analysis during matches.
Popular commentators Harsha Bhogle, Akash Chopra, Jatin Sapru, Mpumelelo Mbangwa, Natalie Germanos, Danny Morrison, Alan Wilkins, Ian Ward, Mark Howard, Nick Knight, Athar Ali Khan, Kass Naidoo, Bazid Khan, Raunak Kapoor, and Niall O’Brien will also be part of the team.
Two notable names will make their ICC TV commentary debut at this tournament. Angelo Mathews, who won the 2014 T20 World Cup with Sri Lanka, steps into the commentary box for the first time. Current South African captain Temba Bavuma, who recently led his team to World Test Championship victory in 2025, will also be heard on commentary.
Conclusion: T20 World Cup 2026 Starts From 7th February
The T20 World Cup 2026 kicks off on February 7 with Pakistan taking on the Netherlands in Colombo. ICC TV will provide comprehensive coverage of every match, including pre-match shows, innings intervals, post-match analysis, and daily highlights. Six production crews operating across eight venues in India and Sri Lanka will ensure fans have the best possible viewing experience.
With this talented group behind the microphone, cricket supporters can expect expert insights and exciting commentary throughout the tournament.
