Where will the Scotland vs West Indies T20 World Cup 2026 match be played?

The match will be held at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

When is the Scotland vs West Indies ICC T20 World Cup 2026 match?

The match will take place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, starting at 3 PM IST.

Which players might boost the West Indies squad for the T20 World Cup 2026?

Dangerous batter Shimron Hetmyer's arrival in India, pending visa issues, could strengthen the West Indies team.

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West Indies Face Scotland in Kolkata T20 Opener

7 Feb

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Summary

West Indies begin T20 World Cup 2026 campaign against Scotland.
Match takes place at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday.
West Indies won 2016 T20 World Cup title at the same venue.

West Indies Face Scotland in Kolkata T20 Opener

The T20 World Cup 2026 campaign for two-time champions West Indies commences on Saturday, February 7th, against Scotland at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Scotland joins the tournament as a late replacement.

This match holds significant historical resonance as the West Indies clinched their 2016 T20 World Cup title at this very ground. They will aim to replicate that success, though they may be wary of Scotland, who previously defeated them in the 2022 T20 World Cup.

The West Indies team is set to be bolstered by the potential return of batsman Shimron Hetmyer, pending visa clearance. If unavailable, Johnson Charles is expected to step in at number three. The bowling lineup might see Shamar Joseph competing for a new ball spot against Jayden Seales and Matthew Forde.