Rohit Sharma named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Ambassador, tournament to be held in India and Sri Lanka

Rohit Sharma has been appointed ambassador for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, announced as being co‑hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The decision signals ICC’s trust in his iconic legacy.

Mumbai, 26 November 2025: In a major announcement by the International Cricket Council (ICC), Rohit Sharma has been named the official Ambassador for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The declaration was made by ICC Chair Jay Shah during the launch event in Mumbai on Tuesday.

The 2026 T20 World Cup will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, with matches scheduled between 7 February and 8 March

Rohit Sharma, a veteran of all previous T20 World Cups since the format’s inception in 2007, was instrumental in leading India to the 2024 World Cup title before retiring from T20 Internationals. His career T20I tally includes 4231 runs at an average of 32.01 and a strike‑rate of 140.89  statistics that underscore his enduring impact on the game.

On being appointed ambassador, Rohit expressed gratitude and pride: “It’s a huge honour to be named ambassador for this World Cup,” he said, acknowledging the trust placed in him despite stepping away from the T20 format.

As ambassador, Rohit is expected to play a key role in promoting the tournament, engaging with cricket fans worldwide, and supporting ICC initiatives aimed at growing the sport. His involvement also adds a powerful legacy element to the 2026 World Cup, linking past glories with future aspirations.

With the World Cup returning to India and Sri Lanka, Rohit’s association is likely to boost fan excitement and stir anticipation across cricketing nations.

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