The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 has commenced with its opening match between Pakistan and the Netherlands, where the Netherlands set a target of 148 runs for Pakistan. According to Daily Qudrat, the match took place in Colombo, with Pakistan's captain Salman Ali Agha winning the toss and opting to field first. This tournament is being co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, featuring 20 teams competing across eight venues, as reported by Express News. The event, described as one of the most competitive in cricket history, will span a month, culminating in the final on March 8, 2026, in either Ahmedabad or Colombo.