From Dinesh Karthik to Wasim Akram: Full list for commentators for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled an elite and diverse commentary lineup for the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to begin on February 7 across India and Sri Lanka.

The ICC confirmed that icc.tv will deliver a unified world feed to broadcast partners across all markets, ensuring consistent presentation, expert analysis and immersive storytelling across the tournament’s 55 matches. The coverage will include dedicated pre-match shows, innings interval programmes, post-match wrap-ups and daily highlights as the competition builds toward the final on March 8.

With matches spread across iconic venues in India and Sri Lanka, the commentary team will play a crucial role in enhancing the global viewing experience for fans tuning in from around the world.

Some of the most respected voices in world cricket will headline the broadcast. Wasim Akram, Ravi Shastri, Nasser Hussain, Ian Smith and Ian Bishop form the backbone of the panel, bringing decades of experience, tactical insight and narrative depth to the tournament.

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

Adding to the star power are several former T20 World Cup champions who know exactly what it takes to succeed on the biggest stage. The 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, offering viewers a unique perspective shaped by their own World Cup triumphs.

In a notable inclusion, current international players will also feature on commentary. South Africa captain Temba Bavuma, who recently led his side to an ICC World Test Championship (WTC) title, will share insights during the tournament. Sri Lanka stalwart Angelo Mathews, a member of the island nation’s 2014 T20 World Cup-winning squad, also joins the panel.

The ICC has also assembled a wide-ranging broadcast team that reflects the tournament’s global reach. Popular voices such as Harsha Bhogle, Danny Morrison, Natalie Germanos, Katey Martin, Mpumelelo Mbangwa, Ian Ward, Nick Knight, Athar Ali Khan and Kass Naidoo will feature across different segments and regional feeds.

Their presence ensures inclusivity, cultural representation and fan engagement across continents as cricket’s shortest format takes centre stage.

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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, 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, Angelo Mathews and Temba Bavuma.

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