Dubai: Nineteen of the twenty teams have finalized their squads for the highly anticipated ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, which will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. As the deadline approached, Australia announced that two key players, Pat Cummins and Matthew Short, will not be participating due to injuries. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka has yet to release its official squad lineup.

According to International Cricket Council, the confirmed lineups include a mix of seasoned players and emerging talents, with national teams gearing up for the tournament's competitive landscape. Among the notable squads, India will be led by Suryakumar Yadav, while the USA, making strides in international cricket, will have Monank Patel as their captain.

Australia's squad is captained by Mitchell Marsh, and several cricketing powerhouses like England, Pakistan, and South Africa have also released strong squads with well-known names in the cricketing circuit. Despite the absence of Cummins and Short, Australia remains a formidable contender.

The event promises to feature intense rivalries and showcase cricketing prowess on the global stage, with teams from regions including Europe, Africa, and the Americas. The World Cup is set to draw significant attention from cricket fans worldwide, eager to witness the diverse playing styles and strategies that each team will bring to the tournament.