World T20 Continent Cup: Teams, Captains, Squads and Match Schedule

The World T20 Continent Cup gathers cricket teams from various continents to compete for a prestigious title. Teams from Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America will battle it out in thrilling matches featuring strong batting, sharp bowling, and nail-biting finishes at some stunning cricket grounds.

Players get the chance to display their talent while striving to lead their sides to victory. For those following the event closely, this guide details the tournament schedule, participating teams, their squads, and captains.

Teams and Captains

Four teams representing different continents bring a blend of experienced players and cricket legends aiming for continental pride. Each team banks on its batting power, bowling skills, and leadership from their captains:

• Asia Warriors (Asia) - Captain: Shikhar Dhawan
• Europe Champions (Europe) - Captain: Shaun Marsh
• Africa Lions (Africa) - Captain: Graeme Cremer
• North America Eagles (America) - Captain: Dwane Smith

Proposed Tournament Schedule

The official dates and timings are yet to be confirmed, but the tournament is expected around mid-December 2026. The format includes nine matches: six league games, two semi-finals, and a final. Each team faces every other once during the group stage before advancing to knockouts.

• Match 1: Asia Warriors vs Europe Champions - League Stage - Kowloon Cricket Club, Hong Kong
• Match 2: Africa Lions vs North America Eagles - League Stage - Kowloon Cricket Club, Hong Kong
• Match 3: Asia Warriors vs Africa Lions - League Stage - Kowloon Cricket Club, Hong Kong
• Match 4: Europe Champions vs North America Eagles - League Stage - Kowloon Cricket Club, Hong Kong
• Match 5: Asia Warriors vs North America Eagles - League Stage - Kowloon Cricket Club, Hong Kong
• Match 6: Europe Champions vs Africa Lions - League Stage - Kowloon Cricket Club, Hong Kong
• Match 7: 1st Place vs 4th Place - Semi-Final 1 - Kowloon Cricket Club, Hong Kong
• Match 8: 2nd Place vs 3rd Place - Semi-Final 2 - Kowloon Cricket Club, Hong Kong
• Match 9: Winner Semi-Final 1 vs Winner Semi-Final 2 - Final - Kowloon Cricket Club, Hong Kong

Note that the venue is proposed as Kowloon Cricket Club in Hong Kong, but exact details are still pending.

Squads by Team

The squads mix seasoned international cricketers and promising regional talents. Asia Warriors, Africa Lions, and North America Eagles have revealed their lineups; Europe Champions' squad remains unannounced.

• Asia Warriors: Upul Tharanga, Dimuth Karunaratne, Dilhara Lokuhettige, Nishala Gamage, Lahiru Thirimanne, Rubel Hossain, Mahmudullah Riyad, Imrul Kayes, Muhammad Imran Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Sohaib Maqsood, Samiullah Shinwari, Suraj Kumar, Abhimanyu Mithun, Shikhar Dhawan, Rahul Sharma, Gurkeerat Singh Mann
• Africa Lions: Graeme Cremer, Cameron Delport, Ayavuya Myoli, GC Viljoen, George Worker, Migael Pretorius, Neil Broom, Neil Wagner, Richard Levi, Sean Williams, Shaun von Berg, Elton Chigumbura, Michael Rippon, Colin de Grandhomme
• North America Eagles: Chadwick Walton, Dwayne Smith, Gajanand Singh, Jahmar Hamilton, Jaskaran Malhotra, Jeremiah Louis, Jonathan Carter, Kieran Powell, Rahkeem Cornwall, Raymon Reifer, Jon-Russ Jaggesar, Xavier Marshall, Steven Taylor, Kesrick Williams, Nkrumah Bonner, Ashley Nurse, Shannon Gabriel, Jerome Taylor
• Europe Champions: To Be Announced

FAQs

• When does the World T20 Continent Cup start? It is set to kick off in December 2026 in Hong Kong.
• Where can I find squad updates? Official rosters and news will be available on the World T20 Continent Cup website and their Instagram handle.