3–18 October 2026 · Season 3WCL 2026 Schedule — Fixtures, Dates & Results
24 matches. Seven nations. Two UAE venues. Follow every fixture from the opening double-header on 3 October to the grand final in Sharjah on 18 October 2026.
Countdown to the opening match
The full 24-match schedule is announced. WCL Season 3 runs from 3–18 October 2026 in Sharjah and Dubai. The league stage ends on 14 October, both semi-finals are on 16 October, and the final is on 18 October.
India face Australia in the opener at 3:30 PM UAE / 5:00 PM IST, followed by Pakistan against debutants Bangladesh at 7:30 PM UAE / 9:00 PM IST. Defending champions South Africa begin against West Indies on 4 October.
Your matchday, at a glance
Filter by team, venue or stage below. Times default to UAE (UTC+4); switch to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, the UK or your local timezone. Rest days: 8, 15 and 17 October.
FixturesWCL 2026 fixtures, live scores and results
Every league match, both semi-finals and the grand final, in date order. All teams are Champion sides.
24 matches
Times shown in UAE · UTC+4Saturday03 Oct2026
Sunday04 Oct2026
Monday05 Oct2026
Tuesday06 Oct2026
Wednesday07 Oct2026
Friday09 Oct2026
Saturday10 Oct2026
Sunday11 Oct2026
Monday12 Oct2026
Tuesday13 Oct2026
Wednesday14 Oct2026
Friday16 Oct2026
Sunday18 Oct2026
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FormatHow the WCL 2026 schedule is structured
21 league matches lead into two semi-finals and the final.
- 01League stage · 3–14 October
Seven teams play each other once: six fixtures per team and 21 league matches across Sharjah and Dubai.
- 02Semi-finals · 16 October
Both semi-finals take place in Sharjah, at 3:30 PM and 7:30 PM UAE. The participating teams will be confirmed after the league stage.
- 03Grand final · 18 October
The two semi-final winners meet at Sharjah Cricket Stadium at 3:30 PM UAE / 5:00 PM IST.
Afternoon: 3:30 PM UAE / 5:00 PM IST. Evening: 7:30 PM UAE / 9:00 PM IST. There is one evening match on 12 October, and one afternoon final on 18 October.
The line-upWho is playing in WCL 2026
Seven Champion nations. Tap any side for the full squad, last season’s numbers and its fixtures.
South Africa Champions
Defending champions- 4W–1L2025
- 8Pts
Pakistan Champions
League leaders, 2025- 4W–0L2025
- 9Pts
India Champions
Champions, 2024- 1W–3L2025
- 3Pts
Australia Champions
David Warner joins for 2026- 3W–1L2025
- 5Pts
England Champions
Moeen Ali returns for 2026- 1W–3L2025
- 3Pts
West Indies Champions
Gayle, Bravo & Pollard- 1W–4L2025
- 2Pts
Bangladesh Champions
New for Season 3- 2026Debut
HistoryPrevious WCL schedules and results
How the first two editions were scheduled, and how they finished.
WCL 2025 — Season 2
18 July – 2 August 2025 · EnglandSix teams, 18 matches, four English grounds. South Africa Champions chased 196 in 16.5 overs to beat Pakistan Champions by nine wickets in the final at Edgbaston on 2 August. AB de Villiers made 120* from 60 balls and took Player of the Tournament with 431 runs at 143.67. The tournament opened with England Champions against Pakistan on 18 July.
WCL 2024 — Season 1
July 2024 · EnglandThe inaugural edition, won by India Champions, who beat Pakistan Champions by five wickets in the final. Yusuf Pathan was named Player of the Tournament. Australia Champions struck the most team sixes with 68, and Dan Christian led all batters with 20.
VenuesThe two WCL 2026 venues
WCL 2026 will be played in the United Arab Emirates at Sharjah Cricket Stadium and Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Sharjah hosts 18 matches, including both semi-finals and the final; Dubai hosts six matches on 9–11 October.
Where the title is decided.
Sharjah Cricket Stadium
- Opening double-header · 3 October
- League dates · 3–7 & 12–14 October
- Both semi-finals · 16 October
- Grand final · 18 October
Three days. Six big clashes.
Dubai International Cricket Stadium
- Three double-headers · 9–11 October
- India vs Pakistan · 10 October
- Afternoon start · 3:30 PM UAE
- Evening start · 7:30 PM UAE
WatchingHow to follow WCL 2026
Broadcast partners for Season 3 have not been announced. The 2025 edition was carried by Star Sports and FanCode in India, with SuperSport, TNT Sports and Willow covering other territories. Once Season 3 rights are confirmed we will list them on the broadcast guide.
Live scores for every match run in the fixture grid above, and the points table updates through the league stage.
AnswersWCL 2026 schedule — frequently asked questions
Has the full WCL 2026 schedule been announced?
The full 24-match schedule is announced. WCL Season 3 runs from 3–18 October 2026 in Sharjah and Dubai. The league stage ends on 14 October, both semi-finals are on 16 October, and the final is on 18 October.
What are the WCL 2026 dates?
The third season runs from 3 October to 18 October 2026. The final is on 18 October.
Where will WCL 2026 be played?
WCL 2026 will be played in the United Arab Emirates at Sharjah Cricket Stadium and Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Sharjah hosts 18 matches, including both semi-finals and the final; Dubai hosts six matches on 9–11 October.
Which teams play in WCL 2026?
Seven Champion nations: India, Pakistan, England, Australia, South Africa, West Indies and, new for this season, Bangladesh Champions.
Will India play Pakistan in WCL 2026?
India Champions play Pakistan Champions on Saturday, 10 October 2026 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, starting at 7:30 PM UAE / 9:00 PM IST.
How many matches are in the WCL 2026 schedule?
There are 24 matches: 21 league fixtures, two semi-finals and one final. Sharjah hosts 18 matches and Dubai hosts six.
Who won the last World Championship of Legends?
South Africa Champions won the 2025 title, beating Pakistan Champions by nine wickets in the final at Edgbaston on 2 August 2025. India Champions won the inaugural 2024 edition.
Which players are confirmed for WCL 2026?
Confirmed names include David Warner, Yuvraj Singh, AB de Villiers, Dwayne Bravo, Shahid Afridi, Moeen Ali, Mahmudullah Riyad and Mohammad Ashraful. Full squads follow closer to the tournament.
When do WCL 2026 tickets go on sale?
The schedule confirms Sharjah and Dubai as the host venues. Ticket prices and booking details are not included in the schedule announcement; check the organisers’ official channels for ticket releases.
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