Italy qualify for T20 World Cup 2026, set to be hosted in India and Sri Lanka

The Italian team created history as they booked their place for the T20 World Cup 2026, set to be hosted by India and Sri Lanka. This is the first time Italy have qualifed for an ICC event. Italy booked their place for the tournament next year despite losing to the Netherlands on Friday, July 11.

The Italian team were beaten by 9 wickets by the Netherlands at The Hague on Friday, but they were still able to qualify after finishing in the top two. The Netherlands also booked their



place for next year's tournament with win as Jersey were knocked out. They had beaten Scotland on Friday and looked to be in contention, after finishing with 5 points.

However, Italy's superior net run-rate helped them make it to the T20 World Cup.

Teams who have qualified for T20 World Cup 2026

India, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, England, South Africa, West Indies, USA, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, Pakistan, Netherlands, and Italy.