The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up matches produced exciting performances and key practice games for teams ahead of the main tournament. These warm-up matches help teams test combinations, batters and bowlers in real game situations before the official start of the World Cup. On February 4, 2026, several important games took place with thrilling results.
India played their only warm-up match against South Africa at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. India chose to bat first and scored a huge 240 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in 20 overs. The Indian batters were strong from the start. Ishan Kishan was the star of the innings, scoring a quick 53 runs from just 20 balls, with many sixes and fours. Tilak Varma also played well, scoring 45 runs. The big total put pressure on South Africa.
South Africa tried to chase the target but could only score 210 runs for 7 wickets in their 20 overs. Tristan Stubbs remained not out with 45 runs, and Ryan Rickelton scored 44 runs, but it was not enough to beat India. In the end, India won the match by 30 runs, giving them confidence before the World Cup begins.
In another warm-up game, Namibia played against Scotland in Bengaluru. Namibia batted first and made a strong total of 226 runs for 4 wickets in their 20 overs. Jan Frylinck was the top scorer with 88 runs, and Louren Steenkamp hit a solid 51 runs. Scotland fought back well, led by Brandon McMullen, who scored a powerful 95 runs.
However, Namibia held their nerve and defended the total successfully. Scotland finished with 220 runs for 5 wickets, and the match ended with Namibia winning by just 6 runs. This was a close and exciting game for both teams.
In the third game, Afghanistan faced West Indies. Afghanistan posted a challenging total of 182 runs for 6 wickets. Both Ibrahim Zadran (51) and Rahmanullah Gurbaz (43) scored well in the top order. West Indies tried to chase the target but struggled after losing early wickets. They managed 159 runs for 7 wickets, and Afghanistan won the match by 23 runs.
These warm-up matches gave all teams valuable preparation before the T20 World Cup starts.
Key Points
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India defeated South Africa by 30 runs in warm-up match.
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Ishan Kishan starred with a fast 53 runs for India.
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Namibia beat Scotland by 6 runs in a close contest.
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Brandon McMullen scored 95 runs for Scotland.
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Afghanistan beat West Indies by 23 runs.
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Warm-up games helped teams prepare for the main World Cup.
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🏏 T20 World Cup Warm-Up Match Scores
India vs South Africa
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India: 240/6 (20 overs)
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South Africa: 210/7 (20 overs)
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Result: India won by 30 runs
Namibia vs Scotland
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Namibia: 226/4 (20 overs)
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Scotland: 220/5 (20 overs)
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Result: Namibia won by 6 runs
Afghanistan vs West Indies
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Afghanistan: 182/6 (20 overs)
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West Indies: 159/7 (20 overs)
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Result: Afghanistan won by 23 runs
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