The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially announced the match officials for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Final. Defending champions India will face New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, March 8. The cricket body has selected experienced names from the Emirates ICC Elite Panel to oversee this high-pressure game.
Full List of Match Officials
English umpires Richard Illingworth and Alex Wharf have been named as the on-field umpires for the summit clash. This marks a significant milestone for Alex Wharf, as it will be his first appearance as an on-field umpire in a senior Men’s ICC World Cup Final. On the other hand, Richard Illingworth brings vast experience, officiating his second consecutive T20 World Cup final.
- On-field Umpires: Richard Illingworth and Alex Wharf
- Third Umpire: Allahuddien Paleker
- Fourth Umpire: Adrian Holdstock
- Match Referee: Andy Pycroft
Match Schedule and Key Details
The final match is set to begin at 7:00 PM IST on Sunday, with the toss scheduled for 6:30 PM IST. To ensure a result, the ICC has kept Monday, March 9, as a reserve day in case weather interruptions occur. The stadium in Ahmedabad is expected to be packed as fans wait to see if India can retain the trophy against a strong New Zealand side.
