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10th edition ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium kicked off with stunning glitz and grit. On the evening of February 7, 2026, the cricket world turned its attention to the showdown between the defending champions of Group A India and USA. The atmosphere was electric even before the first ball was bowled, blending the high-octane energy of Bollywood with the rising stakes of international cricket.
Badshah and Nora Fatehi give powerful performances at T20 World Cup 2026 opening ceremony
The opening ceremony was a visual masterpiece. The evening kicked off with a soulful and powerful neoclassical medley composed by sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma and legendary percussionist Sivamani, bridging the gap between traditional Indian sounds and the modern T20 era. The spectacle reached its peak when the T20 World Cup trophy was dramatically carried onto the field by jetpack performers, a moment that wowed the 60,000 spectators.
ICC President Jay Shah and brand ambassadors officially announced the end of the tournament Rohit Sharmathe stage is given to the popular person. rapper badshah His set of high-energy chart-topping songs set the stadium on fire, turning the Wankhede into a massive concert venue. only if Nora Fetentan Taking over, she delivered a powerful dance performance with her signature precision and flair. The two eventually team up for a grand finale that prepares viewers for the sporting battle to come.
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Nora Fatehi performs at the T20 World Cup opening ceremony at Wankhade Stadium. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/DcCNUH5ins
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Nora Fatehi set the stage on fire with her performance at the opening ceremony of the T20 World Cup. 🔥🥵 pic.twitter.com/JqLggIocli
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T20 World Cup brand ambassador Rohit Sharma walked onto the ground of the Wankhede Stadium holding the trophy. 🙌🔥 pic.twitter.com/9kAYjWb6mD
— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) February 7, 2026
Stars light up a dazzling night at Wankhede ahead of India opening #T20World Cup Opening game against Team USA⚡️
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Captain Suryakumar Yadav’s knock saves India after early defeat against USA
While the entertainment went off without a hitch, the same could not be said for Team India’s start on the field. After Captain America Monank Patel Winning the toss and electing to field, the Indian top order faced a nightmare start against a disciplined American bowling attack. Abhishek Sharma In the second round, he earned a golden duck in the second round despite scoring a short and easy 25 points. Tilak Varmaat the end of the Powerplay, the Men in Blue found themselves at 46/4.
The middle order offers little respite, as Shivam Dubey fall in love with a duck and Hardik Pandya Only 5 runs were scored, leaving India gasping for air at 77/6 in the 13th over. However, Mumbai’s own Suryakumar Yadav Standing like a rock among the ruins.
The “SKY” show really starts with the death round. Suryakumar scored 84 off 49 balls and single-handedly took the score past the 150-mark. He was especially ruthless against America’s top pacers, Saurabh Netrawalkarended up with expensive figures of 0/65. For the United States, Shadley of Schalvik Was a hero with the ball, broke through the lineup, and got 4/25. Despite some initial jitters, India ended the match with a fighting total of 161/9, setting up an exciting chase against the United States under the lights of Mumbai.
